770090 - Hobart Round Soapstone Refills - 1/4 Inch Diameter - 10 Pack

Precision Layout with Hobart Round Soapstone

When you are under the hood or setting up a complex fit-up, the last thing you want is for your layout lines to disappear the moment the heat is applied. The Hobart Round Soapstone Refills (770090) are built to withstand the intense heat of the arc and the torch. Made from natural mined soapstone, these markers put down a solid, bright white line that stands out clearly against dark mild steel, rusted plate, and even aluminum. Unlike wax-based markers that can contaminate your weld or paint markers that burn off, soapstone leaves a residue-free mark that stays visible until you wipe it away, ensuring your cuts and beads land exactly where you planned them.

The round 1/4-inch design offers distinct advantages over flat soapstone for many welders. It fits securely in standard round holders, allowing for better control and less breakage in your pocket. More importantly, the round shape can be easily spun against a grinding wheel or abrasive cloth to create a needle-sharp point. This allows for extremely precise layout lines, which is crucial when you are working off blueprints that demand tight tolerances. Whether you are marking cope cuts on pipe or laying out bolt hole centers on a flange, the ability to get a fine line makes all the difference in the final fit-up.

This package comes with 10 refills, so you aren't constantly hunting for a new piece when you drop one or use it down to the nub. Natural soapstone has a smooth feel that glides over mill scale without skipping, yet it's hard enough not to crumble under pressure. It is an essential part of your everyday carry, right next to your chipping hammer and tape measure. With Hobart's reputation for quality, you know these refills are consistent, free of hard spots, and ready to work as hard as you do.