is there any way to unclog any white gel pen that clogs? why don't any of the manufacturers come up with a solution? is it, they don't want to?
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I think I have heard to use rubbing alcohol...I tried heat...like from a match...dont do that! doesnt work. But seems like the pens that are the ones with japanese writing on them work way better then the ones that do not...I have had no trouble with clogging with them, the others...always!
1189919
I had the exact same problem. I finally broke down and bought some extra tips. Supposedly you can soak them in acetone to clean the tips.(I think it needs to soak for 24 hrs.
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There is a "nose-cone" tip that unscrews. ... Just stupid simple ... There is a tension spring but the insert (refill cartridge) does not retract ... It is just covered by the cap. ... The cap (with the ring monunted on it) snaps on (does not screw on) ... I read that some people lost their pen because the cap did not retain the main body of the pen ... I bought it anyway ... I lost mine, within a week ... This is a fairly short pen ... The cartrige does not use the PARKER Compatability extension adapter, that comes with each refill, because this is not a full length pen (but is long enough for normal, comfort and control). There is a "nose-cone" tip that unscrews. ... Just stupid simple ... There is a tension spring but the insert (refill cartridge) does not retract ... It is just covered by the cap. ... The cap (with the ring monunted on it) snaps on (does not screw on) ... I read that some people lost their pen because the cap did not retain the main body of the pen ... I bought it anyway ... I lost mine, within a week ... This is a fairly short pen ... The cartrige does not use the PARKER Compatability extension adapter, that comes with each refill, because this is not a full length pen (but is... » Read More There is a "nose-cone" tip that unscrews. ... Just stupid simple ... There is a tension spring but the insert (refill cartridge) does not retract ... It is just covered by the cap. ... The cap (with the ring monunted on it) snaps on (does not screw on) ... I read that some people lost their pen because the cap did not retain the main body of the pen ... I bought it anyway ... I lost mine, within a week ... This is a fairly short pen ... The cartrige does not use the PARKER Compatability extension adapter, that comes with each refill, because this is not a full length pen (but is long enough for normal, comfort and control). « Show Less
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Same issues. Some vendors seem to sell counterfeit Wacom pen. It's my second and it's worst then the first one. Ended up buying locally from Best Buy and that's the real thing.
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Run lacquer thinner , mineral spirits or water thru it depending on the paint you used. If not sure use thinner ...it doesn't clog quickly but you can buy replacements. I have not had to...it also should remove and clean with the bristle brush...haven't had to do that either but have painted a lot with no problems.
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I believe new insert, mine broke. The threads are week they sent me a new one and the same thing happened. Nice pen when working.
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REAL good question!! I am in love with this pen but worry if there is a replacement tip so I have looked and am sorry to report thru my search if it wears out we are S.O.L. If you find one PLEASE let me know
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Make sure you have the correct pens. I bought extra pens that i thought would work.. and NOPE they didnt. With the pens that came with the box, sometimes i would have to wet them a little and pump and pump hard and then they would work. Good luck. :)
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have you tried pushing a sewing needle to through the hole in the wand to see if that will unclog it. Sometimes the wand can get clogged with milk remaining within it. Try this before writing this I checked mine and used a medium sized safety pin....I pushed the needle part into the exit part of the wand and it clears out any residue.
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Good question. I just gave up on my pen and put it in the recycling bucket. I got it to work for about a day but that was it. No amount of tinkering, cleaning, swearing could make it work. It is a piece of junk. My suggestion: get rid of it and get a pen not made in China.
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Pen is no exactly the best, I had the same problem, onece I finaly had ink coming out, it leaked all over, pen does not work at all!.
1729809
Wish I had an answer for you, but I have yet to replace the cartridge. Really like this pen on my keychain, though, a convenience any number of times.
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Sounds more like a problem with the printer. Mine is still working fine and I'm happy to say I haven't even had a clogged nozzle.
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You can replace the nib. Jinhao sells them but its easier to replace the entire tip. Many alternative sellers make nibs and tips that fit the barrel. Have you tried flushing your pen with alcohol? I Periodically have to hold mine under warm running water to unclog it. Sometimes have to take the pen apart and soak it (after long periods of not using the ink will dry inside) good luck. Ive been using my (ugly gold) pen for over a year.
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I have this problem as well and I used a paper clip to unclog the hollow needle and it works. Since then, I tried to wash it by running warm water without a K-cup once a week and it hasn't clog again. You will know if it clog when you put in a brand new K-cup and only water or something looks like water comes out.
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I'm sorry I'm not any help. This seems to be a problem with these pens. Along with the limited color choices.
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Hrm... we haven't had this happen to us, but my husband is hard-core about cleaning it after every use, especially since most of our uses involve kid or pet messes. Their website suggests using a paperclip to clean out the spray tip in case of a clog. There appears to be more suggestions here: www.bissell.com/FAQDetail.aspx?id=1191