converter vs cartridge? What is a converter vs cartridge?
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Cartridges come with ink in them and simply snap in the pen. Once it is empty, you could either refill by usage of a syringe or snap another cartridge in. Converters replace cartridges and in the long run, save you money as they are reusable...not disposable. To refill, draw the piston of the converter down by twisting counterclockwise on the converter. Then, dip the entire nib into your ink and slowly fill up the converter by twisting clockwise. Once filled, draw out a drop of ink to remove any possible air bubbles that might cause skipping during writing.
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I used a converter, but I've learn that this pen is not designed for converter, due to the complicated feed system at at the front of the pen, that ink will get trap in place that's not design to hold ink and thu might cause stain, I would recommend using a syringe to refill either your cartridge or converter.
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Yes you can. The converter can be removed. Just make sure you get the correct cartridges.
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Cartridges that come with the pen are disposable but refillable converter cartridges are also available for sale separately
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Let me know how it turns out!Chloe, I'm using this converter in the Parker Urban. Most of these are standard in size and shape. I've seen the Vector but I'm not familiar with it. It looks like it uses cartridges that are about 3" long and they are about the same length as the converter. I buy from Goulet Pens all the time and they are a Parker dealer with GREAT customer service. Try their question page or call them on the number shown. http://www.gouletpens.com/articles.asp?ID=83 - I just emailed Brian, the owner with your question and I'll let you know what he says, or try the link. Main page link: http://www.gouletpens.com/Default.asp Hope this helps! Bert Let me know how it turns out!Chloe, I'm using this converter in the Parker Urban. Most of these are standard in size and shape. I've seen the Vector but I'm not familiar with it. It looks like it uses cartridges that are about 3" long and they are about the same length as the converter. I buy from Goulet Pens all the time and they are a Parker dealer with GREAT customer service. Try their question page or call them on the number shown. http://www.gouletpens.com/articles.asp?ID=83 - I just emailed Brian, the owner with your question and I'll let you know what he says, or try... » Read More Let me know how it turns out!Chloe, I'm using this converter in the Parker Urban. Most of these are standard in size and shape. I've seen the Vector but I'm not familiar with it. It looks like it uses cartridges that are about 3" long and they are about the same length as the converter. I buy from Goulet Pens all the time and they are a Parker dealer with GREAT customer service. Try their question page or call them on the number shown. http://www.gouletpens.com/articles.asp?ID=83 - I just emailed Brian, the owner with your question and I'll let you know what he says, or try the link. Main page link: http://www.gouletpens.com/Default.asp Hope this helps! Bert « Show Less
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Yes, it comes with a converter and also a cartridge, you can use either. I have had this pen since Feb/Mar, 2013, and I wanted to use it immediately so I used the cartridge. That cartridge is still in the pen. I don't use the pen everyday, but at least once a week. It has not dried out and still writes like a dream. The gold nib just glides across the page. Great pen!
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Ink converter should work but I never tried it myself. Do not know anything about warranty. -- The way my kids treat them, it would not apply.
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Shaffer no nonsense fountain pen takes cartridge or converter. We can sell you cartridges. For your information: the pen comes with 2 cartridges
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What cartridge do you change. Or do you change a filter? Where can I buy them?
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You can use either. It requires proprietary Lamy cartridges or converters. It comes with one or two cartridges. If you have your own bottled ink, a converter has to be purchased separately. It can handle either of the two current converters that Lamy makes.
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A converter is a piston device that allows you to use any ink you want in your pen. You can buy a $9.00 bottle of ink (1 - 3ounce bottle) and fill your pen repeatedly. A cartridge is prefilled allowing you to just take the old one out and put in a new one. I believe cost per cartridge is higher than the converter and multiple refills. Also the ink seems to evaporate quicker in the cartridge.
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Broader side of M, I think, though it has been several years since I've been able to use the ones I own, because I left them in the car one hot day and their converter cartridges warped in the heat and became forever unusable. I haven't been able to find replacements. Some "universal" converters I bought and tried didn't work, and I've never found a source of Bulow pen supplies or a way to communicate with the company.
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Ink cartridges are filled and sealed by the manufacturer and discarded after the ink runs out. The converter allows you to use ink from a bottle and is meant to be refilled many times.
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I don't think there is any difference between what ink goes into the cartridge. It is just a better value to pay for only ONE cartridge and get twice the ink , rather than the equivalent of 2 cartridges to get the same ink. Better cost/value.
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From the Cross website, they only have two converters. This one, which works for most (as I recall) and the other one which works for a few.
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Hello,I don't understand the question. Please be more specific.I only know about 2x converter - it is the only I have.
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I have used a Cross converter not specified for the Cross model I have. I have three different Cross fountain pens with converters and they all work far better tha Parkers and Sheaffers.If I were you I would give any of the many converters that resemble the one pictured--the same type as in my Cross pens.