Are STAEDTLER pencils made of lead?

STAEDTLER mechanical pencil leads have been manufactured since 1967 and are made up of over 90% natural raw materials. This means that STAEDTLER, Europe’s largest producer of mechanical pencil leads, is able to operate an environmentally friendly manufacture of these products in Germany.

How do you get lead out of a STAEDTLER?

It is a little counter intuitive. The short cover houses the sharpener. To get the leads out, just unsnap the top of the long part and slide it down toward the short part, bringing the two arrows together. Then the leads will come out the top of the long part if you tip it!

How do you put lead in a Staedtler mechanical pencil?

Refilling pencil leads – It couldn’t be easier! They come in a compact plastic tube with an innovative push-button mechanism and funnel-shaped tip. Simply place the tip in the open end of the pencil you want to refill and add the leads one at a time by pressing the button.

How do you sharpen STAEDTLER pencils?

While it was once common to sharpen graphite and coloured pencils with a knife, we now use specially-designed sharpeners to do the job. They evenly shave away the wooden surface of the pencil using a sharp blade fixed firmly in the case.

Is Staedtler Mars Lumograph graphite?

The Staedtler Mars Lumograph Black is graded in exactly the same way graphite is, however there is only six grades in the Black range starting with HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, 7B and 8B, however this is quite a difference between the Graphite and Lumograph Black.

How do you unjam a pencil lead?

How to Use The Cleaning Rod

1. Removing the eraser and get the rod.
2. Hold the pencil right-side up or upside down. Push the top button down and hold it.
3. Push the clearing rod into the hole where the lead comes out of. Push it all the way in but don’t be too forceful.
4. The insertion of the clearing rod should clear any jams.

How do you dissolve pencil lead?

Get the Lead Out: How to Clean Graphite Stains

1. Erase it! That’s right, try the eraser.
2. Liquid Detergent. If a soft eraser failed to remove the stain, apply a few drops of liquid detergent to the affected area and rub gently with a soft, damp cloth.
3. All Purpose Cleaner.
4. Vegetable Oil.
5. Baby Wipes.
6. Toothpaste.

How do you refill Staedtler pencils?

Refill ink is available in small round containers. Screw the lid off the container and insert the pen tip into the refill station. The pen will be ready to write again in just a few minutes. After 3 to 4 hours it will be completely refilled.

How do you put lead in a Tul mechanical pencil?

Instructions

1. Remove the eraser located at the top of the mechanical pencil. Grip the eraser and pull it straight up and place it to the side.
2. Hold the pencil upside down to remove the old lead. Shake gently to remove any unseen debris.
3. Remove the lead refill from its package.
4. Replace the eraser.

How do you sharpen Staedtler triangular pencils?

It can be sharpened with a standard pencil sharpener as long as it has the right size “hole” in the sharpener, such as the “Berol” brand sharpener. These are triangular, which helps with the grip but they are no problem otherwise.