MKL96018EA - Silver Streak Flat Metal Marker Refills - 25 Pack

Superior Visibility Under the Hood

For professional welders, the ability to see your line while the arc is struck is the difference between a perfect bead and a rework. The Markal Silver Streak Flat Refills (25 Pack) are designed specifically to address the limitations of traditional soapstone. While soapstone is a staple in the industry, it has significant drawbacks: it rubs off easily, blows away with compressed air, and often disappears under the intense glare of the welding arc. Markal's Silver Streak refills solve these problems with a unique reflective lead that actually illuminates when cutting or welding, allowing you to track your path through the filter lens of your helmet with ease.

Welding preparation often involves dealing with less-than-ideal metal conditions. Steel coming into the shop might be covered in mill scale, oil, or rust. Wet conditions in the field can also wreak havoc on standard marking tools. These refills are formulated to bite through oily and wet surfaces, leaving a crisp, silver line that doesn't skip. This ensures that your layout remains precise regardless of the material condition. The marks are also fire-resistant; they won't burn off when the torch gets close, meaning you won't lose your guide line halfway through a cut or a weld pass.

The flat profile of these refills is a favorite among pipe welders and fabricators. Unlike round pencils that roll off the pipe or table the moment you set them down, the flat shape stays put. Additionally, the flat lead can be sharpened to a fine edge for intricate layout work or used broad for clear instructions written directly on the steel. This 25-pack ensures you have plenty of leads on hand, so you aren't scrambling for a marker when the hood is down and the sparks are flying.

Investing in high-quality marking consumables like the Silver Streak refills improves overall efficiency. There is no need to constantly re-mark lines that have faded or rubbed off. The durability of the mark means you measure once and mark once. Whether you are laying out complex patterns on stainless steel or marking cut lines on heavy structural beams, these refills provide the reliability professional welders demand. Upgrade from soapstone and experience the difference a reflective, persistent mark makes in your daily fabrication workflow.