Markal B Paintstik White Solid Paint Marker 80220

Reliable Layout and Identification for Fabricators: Markal B Paintstik

For welders and metal fabricators, clear and durable markings are the foundation of accurate work. The Markal B Paintstik White (SKU: 80220) is the industry's go-to solution for marking up steel, aluminum, and iron, regardless of the surface condition. In a fabrication shop, metal often arrives covered in mill scale, rust, oil, or cutting fluids—conditions that render standard ink markers useless. The B Paintstik cuts right through these contaminants, laying down a bright, opaque white line that is easy to see through a welding helmet lens or in low-light shop corners.

This solid paint marker is essential for layout work, identifying cut lines, and labeling parts for assembly. Unlike soapstone, which can rub off easily or become invisible on bright metal, the B Paintstik leaves a permanent paint mark that resists abrasion and handling. This ensures that your measurements and part numbers stay put from the cutting table to the final weld. The marker is also ideal for identifying "drops" and scrap material, ensuring efficient inventory management in the shop. Its "bleed through" capability (often referring to its ability to mark through surface contaminants) ensures that the line remains bonded to the base metal even if the surface is oily or wet.

The Markal B Paintstik is designed for the rough-and-tumble environment of a welding rig or job site. It won't break easily like chalk, and it doesn't require a delicate touch. You can use it on rough castings, rusty pipe, and structural beams without destroying the tip. For welders working in the field, the wide temperature range means this marker works just as well on a freezing pipeline in winter as it does on sun-baked steel in summer. Compatible with standard paint stick holders, it allows for maximum usage of the marker while keeping gloves clean and preventing breakage.

Fabrication Benefits

• Superior Visibility: High-contrast white marks are easily seen on dark steel and iron.
• Contaminant Penetration: Writes directly over oil, grease, and rust without skipping.
• Durability: Marks withstand dragging, stacking, and weather exposure.
• Versatility: Works on all metals including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.