Fineliner pen Sakura Pigma Micron 08 red — 0.5 mm tip, archival permanent ink

Sakura Pigma Micron 08 fineliner in red features a 0.5 mm fiber tip and archival-quality permanent ink formulated to resist fading, water and pigments. Designed for technical drawing, illustration and precise note-taking, this pen produces consistent, precise lines on paper and other compatible surfaces. The pen's dye-free ink is engineered for long-term stability, making it suitable for work that requires permanent, smudge-resistant marks.

Advantages

The fineliner delivers a steady 0.5 mm line width that supports detailed line work and legible handwriting. Its archival permanent ink is water-resistant, fade-resistant and pigment-stable, which helps preserve drawings, documents and records over time. The fiber tip offers reliable control and consistent ink flow without blotting, enabling crisp edges and uniform strokes for technical illustrations and graphic work.

Suitable for

• Technical drawing and architectural sketches
• Illustration, ink rendering and line art
• Hand-lettering and clear note-taking
• Archival documents, scrapbooking and record-keeping
• Overlays and tracing on paper, vellum and drafting films

When it may not be suitable

This fineliner is intended primarily for use on paper and similar porous surfaces; performance on non-porous surfaces such as plastics or glossy coatings may be unpredictable and adhesion may be limited. The 0.5 mm tip provides medium-fine lines but may be too narrow for bold fills or heavy coverage work; for thicker strokes a broader nib or marker would be more efficient.

Key specifications

• Tip type: fiber (fineliner)
• Tip width: approximately 0.5 mm
• Ink characteristics: archival-quality, dye-free, permanent, water-resistant, fade-resistant, pigment-stable
• Color: red
• Typical applications: drawing, illustration, technical drafting, note-taking, archival marking

How to use

Shake is not required; remove the cap and allow the ink to flow with normal writing pressure. Hold the pen at a comfortable angle and use light, steady strokes for the most consistent line quality. For tracing or layering, allow the first layer to dry fully before applying additional lines to avoid any potential smudging. Replace the cap after use to prevent the tip from drying out.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended surface — best results on paper, vellum and other porous drafting materials
• Line width — 0.5 mm produces medium-fine lines suitable for detail but not for broad fills
• Archival needs — dye-free, permanent ink suited for records and archival work
• Color choice — red for emphasis, corrections, annotations or colored illustrations

Usage recommendations

For best archival results, test the pen on a scrap of the intended paper to confirm absorption and line appearance. Use light pressure for uniform lines and store horizontally or with cap on to maintain tip life and ink flow.