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Scriber Block for Parallel Lines Pica Scriber Block – 55805 Pica Scriber Block 55805 is an accessory for the Pica Dry and Pica Fine Dry automatic pencils that lets you draw parallel lines at a fixed distance from the wall. The manufacturer describes it as a tool for accurate fitting work that is faster, safer and more precise than freehand drawing, while remaining compact and handy for everyday use. 8 distances from 9 to 25 mm The block offers 8 distance settings in the range from 9 to 25 mm. The manufacturer's official images show the values 9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20, 24 and 25 mm along the edges of the body. The same distance from the wall can therefore be repeated line after line without measuring again. For Pica Dry and Pica Fine Dry The block suits both the Pica Dry – Pica's professional construction marker that works on almost all surfaces – and the Pica Fine Dry with a lead of just 0.9 mm for fine and precise marking. Interchangeable adapters for both pencils are included. The pencils are not part of item 55805 and are sold separately. Applications Pica recommends the block for fitting work in flooring, drywall and carpentry, as well as similar tasks where a line has to follow the wall at an exact distance. Set with a pencil The manufacturer also offers the block together with a Pica Dry pencil as the Scriber Block Set. Item 55805 is the stand-alone block for those who already own a Pica Dry or Pica Fine Dry. The Scriber Block is a new item in Pica's range – the manufacturer announces availability from April–May 2026. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker (PICA) Item number55805 TypeScriber block for parallel lines PurposeParallel lines at a fixed distance from the wall CompatibilityPica Dry and Pica Fine Dry AdaptersInterchangeable, included Number of settings8 Distance range9-25 mm Values on the body9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20, 24, 25 mm (per manufacturer images) ApplicationsFlooring, drywall, carpentry PencilNot included Questions and Answers Which pencils does the block work with? With the Pica Dry and Pica Fine Dry automatic pencils. The manufacturer states that the block is suitable for both models. Which distances can be set? The block has 8 settings in the range from 9 to 25 mm. The manufacturer's images show the values 9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20, 24 and 25 mm on the body. Is a pencil included? No. Item 55805 is the stand-alone block. Pica separately offers the Scriber Block Set – the block together with a Pica Dry pencil. Do I need separate adapters for Pica Fine Dry? No. The interchangeable adapters for Pica Dry and Pica Fine Dry are included with the block. Which jobs is the block suitable for? Pica recommends it for fitting work in flooring, drywall and carpentry, and for similar tasks where marking is done at a set distance from the wall. What is the advantage over drawing freehand? According to the manufacturer, marking with the block is faster, safer and more precise than drawing freehand. Is it easy to carry? Pica describes the block as compact and handy for everyday use. ..

Pica Dry Carbide Scriber Needle, Ø2.8 x 30 mm - 55804 Pica 55804 is a carbide scriber needle that goes into the Pica Dry automatic pencil in place of a graphite lead. This turns the pencil you normally mark with in graphite into a scriber for precise scribing on metal. The needle is 2.8 mm in diameter and 30 mm long and comes in a self-service pack. A carbide needle that does not wear out According to the manufacturer the needle is made of tungsten carbide and is extremely robust - it does not wear out even after long periods of use. Pica recommends it for scribing metal surfaces where a very precise and long-lasting marking is needed. Pica describes the combination of a Pica Dry and such a needle as "the ultimate upgrade" for anyone working with metal. Compatibility with the Pica Dry The needle is an accessory for the Pica Dry Longlife Automatic Pencil (article 3030) - Pica's automatic pencil that takes 2.8 mm leads. To protect the pencil mechanism and keep it intact in the long term, the manufacturer stresses that the metal needle must be inserted from behind. The Pica Dry itself has a push mechanism feeding through a stainless steel tube, a holster with a clip for one-hand operation and dust and moisture protection. Tube for safe storage The needle comes in a practical plastic tube in which the pointed metal tip is stored safely when not in use. Set with pencil If you do not have a Pica Dry yet, the manufacturer also offers the same needle in the Pica Dry Metal Set (30800) - a Pica Dry automatic pencil with a grey cap, a standard 2B graphite lead and a scriber needle in a tube. The single needle 55804 is suitable as a spare or as an addition to a Pica Dry you already own. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker (PICA) Article55804 RangePica Dry accessories TypeScriber needle MaterialCarbide (tungsten carbide) Diameter2.8 mm Length30 mm CompatibilityPica Dry automatic pencil (3030) InsertionFrom behind StoragePlastic tube PackagingSelf-service pack Questions and Answers Which pencil does the needle work with? The needle is an accessory for the Pica Dry automatic pencil (article 3030), which takes 2.8 mm leads. The manufacturer lists it as compatible with the Pica Dry. What is the needle made of? Pica states that the needle is made of carbide (tungsten carbide). According to the manufacturer it is extremely robust and does not wear out even after long periods of use. How is the needle inserted into the pencil? The manufacturer stresses that the metal needle must be inserted from behind. This protects the pencil mechanism and keeps it intact in the long term. What are the needle's dimensions? The needle is 2.8 mm in diameter and 30 mm long. The diameter matches the 2.8 mm leads that the Pica Dry pencil takes. Is there a storage case? Yes, the needle comes in a plastic tube in which the pointed metal tip is stored safely when not in use. What is it used for? For precise scribing on metal. Pica recommends it for marking metal surfaces where an accurate and long-lasting line is needed. Is it available as a set with a pencil? Yes, Pica offers the same needle in the Pica Dry Metal Set (30800) together with a Pica Dry pencil with a grey cap and a 2B graphite lead. ..

Pica Classic 560 Jumbo Sharpener for Thick Pencils and Crayons - 560-12 Pica Classic 560-12 is a special Jumbo sharpener for all thick wooden pencils and crayons, whatever their shape. According to the manufacturer's pictogram it takes pencils and crayons up to 16 mm in diameter. The price is for 1 sharpener. Design The sharpener has a body with a large round opening and a metal blade held by a screw, as the manufacturer's photo shows. Pica includes it in its Classic Line as an accessory for its wooden pencils and marking crayons and supplies it to dealers in packs of 12. In its product sheet the German manufacturer lists it for building and underground construction, locksmiths, mechanics, plumbing, tiling and woodwork. Which pencils and crayons In its product sheet Pica links the sharpener to its thick pencils - the carpenter pencil, the Classic 541 stonemason pencil, the ANILINE special pencil, the FOR ALL and FOR ALL Black&White universal pencils, the dry&wet pencil and the two-colour DOUBLE pencil - and to its lumber and industrial marking crayons and the luminescent crayon PRO. On the Classic 541 stonemason pencil page the manufacturer again names the Jumbo 560-12 as the matching sharpener. Alternative As a more convenient alternative to sharpeners Pica recommends the Pica Pocket from its Innovative Line - a pencil holster with a built-in blade, in which the pencil is both carried and sharpened. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker Article560-12 RangePica Classic TypeSpecial Jumbo sharpener Max. diameterØ 16 mm Intended forThick wooden pencils and crayons of any shape BladeMetal, held by a screw EAN4260056157400 Manufacturer's pack12 pieces Quantity1 sharpener Questions and Answers What is the maximum diameter the sharpener takes? According to the manufacturer's pictogram the sharpener takes pencils and crayons up to 16 mm in diameter. Does it work for carpenter pencils of unusual shape? Pica offers it for all thick wooden pencils and crayons, whatever their shape, and links it to its carpenter pencil. The pencil must fit the 16 mm opening. Can crayons be sharpened too? Yes, the manufacturer lists the sharpener for crayons as well, including Pica's lumber and industrial marking crayons. What is the blade like? The blade is metal and held by a screw, as the manufacturer's photo shows. How many sharpeners do I get? The price is for 1 sharpener. The manufacturer supplies the sharpeners to dealers in packs of 12. Is it suitable for the Pica Classic 541 stonemason pencil? Yes, on the Classic 541 page Pica names precisely the Jumbo 560-12 sharpener. Is there a more convenient alternative? Pica recommends the Pica Pocket - a pencil holster with a built-in blade, in which the pencil is both carried and sharpened. ..

Pica Classic 541 Stonemason Pencil, Graphite 10H, 30 cm - 541/30-100 Pica Classic 541 is a stonemason pencil with an oval cross-section and a graphite lead in the special hardness 10H. The manufacturer Pica-Marker offers it in professional quality for marking stone, concrete and brick. Article 541/30-100 is the 30 cm version. The photo shows the Classic 541 pencil, which the manufacturer offers in 24 and 30 cm lengths. Wood and graphite The body is made of easy-to-sharpen wood from sustainably managed forests. The graphite lead is high-quality and robust, with high breaking strength. The 10H grade is a special hardness that Pica also uses for the stonemason leads of its BIG Dry automatic pencil. Which surfaces it marks Pica lists brick, stone, concrete and wood as suitable. In its earlier product sheet the manufacturer rates the pencil as ideal for stone and concrete and acceptable on processed and raw wood and on metal. For wood Pica has a separate carpenter pencil - the Classic 540. The product sheet lists the pencil for building and underground construction. What 541/30-100 means At Pica the designation 541/30-100 stands for a display box of 100 pencils of the Classic 541 in 30 cm, while 541/30-10 is a hangable box of 10. The pencil is also made in 24 cm - articles 541/24-100 and 541/24-10. The shop price is for 1 pencil. Sharpening and carrying For sharpening thick wooden pencils Pica recommends the Jumbo 560-12 sharpener, and for carrying and sharpening in one the Pica Pocket holster with built-in blade, which according to the manufacturer suits thick wooden pencils of all kinds. As an alternative to the wooden pencil Pica also offers BIG Dry - a carpenter pencil with automatic lead feed at the push of a button, for which there are 10H stonemason leads (6055). Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker Article541/30-100 RangePica Classic 541 TypeStonemason pencil Length30 cm Cross-sectionOval Lead hardness10H BodyEasy-to-sharpen wood; green SurfacesBrick, stone, concrete, wood Manufacturer's packDisplay box of 100 pencils Quantity1 pencil Questions and Answers What is the lead hardness? The lead is in the special hardness 10H. The manufacturer describes it as high-quality, robust and with high breaking strength. Which materials is the pencil suited to? Pica lists brick, stone, concrete and wood. According to the manufacturer it works best on stone and concrete. What does 541/30-100 mean? It is Pica's designation for a display box of 100 Classic 541 pencils in 30 cm. The shop price is for 1 pencil. Is there a shorter version? Yes, Pica also makes the Classic 541 in 24 cm - in a display box of 100 (541/24-100) and in a box of 10 (541/24-10). What should I sharpen the pencil with? Pica recommends the Jumbo 560-12 sharpener, made for thick wooden pencils and crayons. Another option is the Pica Pocket holster with built-in blade. What shape is the pencil? The pencil has an oval cross-section, and the body is made of easy-to-sharpen wood from sustainably managed forests. Is it suitable for marking wood? Pica lists wood as a suitable surface, but its earlier product sheet rates the result on wood as acceptable. For wood the manufacturer has a separate carpenter pencil, the Classic 540. ..

Pica BIG Dry Stonemason Refill Leads, Graphite 10H, 12 pcs - 6055 Pica 6055 is a pack of 12 stonemason leads in the special hardness 10H for the Pica BIG Dry automatic construction pencil. The manufacturer intends them for stone and concrete - for dry, rough brickwork and concrete surfaces. 10H graphite These are standard graphite refills in the special hardness 10H. On the pack Pica describes them as extremely hard and sturdy and extra long - 150 mm. The cross-section is rectangular, 2 x 5 mm, as with the other BIG Dry leads, so they fit the same pencil. Pack The twelve leads come in a sturdy plastic box with two opening wings, which keeps the spare leads safe until they are needed. The box carries the article number 6055, the barcode and the words Pica Germany, and the description is in German, English, French and Dutch. The manufacturer also offers the same leads on a 6055/SB blister card. The Pica BIG Dry pencil Pica BIG Dry is a carpenter pencil with automatic lead feed at the push of a button, which the manufacturer presents as its world premiere. The leads in the box are meant for refilling or exchange, and in its product sheet Pica lists the stonemason leads for building and underground construction. Surfaces In its product sheet Pica rates the stonemason leads as ideal for stone and concrete and acceptable on processed and dry raw wood. For wood the manufacturer offers separate carpenter leads 2H (6050), and for almost all materials the universal FOR ALL 2B leads (6030), which are water-soluble. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker Article6055 RangePica BIG Dry TypeStonemason refill leads CompatibilityPica BIG Dry Hardness10H Profile2 x 5 mm Length150 mm Quantity12 Intended forStone and concrete, dry and rough brickwork EAN4260056155390 PackPlastic box with two wings Questions and Answers Which pencil are the leads for? The leads are for the Pica BIG Dry automatic construction pencil, which uses rectangular 2 x 5 mm leads. What is the lead hardness? The leads are in the special hardness 10H. On the pack the manufacturer describes them as extremely hard and sturdy. Which materials are they suited to? Pica intends them for stone and concrete - for dry and rough brickwork. On processed and dry raw wood the result is acceptable according to the manufacturer. How many leads are there and what size are they? The box holds 12 leads with a 2 x 5 mm profile and a length of 150 mm. Are they suitable for marking wood? According to Pica the result on wood is only acceptable. For wood the manufacturer offers the carpenter leads 2H (6050). How do they differ from the universal FOR ALL leads? FOR ALL 2B leads (6030) are water-soluble and made for almost all materials. The 10H stonemason leads are much harder and intended for stone and concrete. How are the spare leads stored? The leads come in a sturdy plastic box with two opening wings, which keeps them until they are needed. ..

Pica Classic 575 Tube Marker, Blue, 50 ml - 575/41 Pica Classic 575/41 is a tube marker filled with blue marking paste, 50 ml. The manufacturer offers it for marking on all materials, but above all on extremely rough and difficult-to-mark surfaces - such as oily or rusty metal. The marking is permanent, abrasion-resistant and waterproof, and according to Pica it stays visible even after exposure to extreme temperatures. Stainless steel ball tip, 3 mm The paste is applied through a tip with a 3 mm stainless steel ball, which the manufacturer describes as virtually corrosion-free. The line width is 2-4 mm. Pica groups the tube among the industrial markers of its Classic Line. Which surfaces it marks For the 575 marker the manufacturer lists the following surfaces: metal, wood, wet wood, glass, tiles, brick, plastic, rubber and wet rubber. Its main purpose according to the manufacturer, though, remains extremely rough and difficult-to-mark surfaces - oily or rusty metal - where the marking has to be permanent and must not wash off with water. Where it works best In its earlier product sheet Pica groups the materials into three tiers. The marker is ideal for metal. It is also suitable for tiles and ceramics, stone and concrete, processed wood, glass and raw wood - dry and wet. It gives an acceptable result on rubber - dry and wet - and on plastic. On plastic and rubber parts it is therefore worth testing the marking on an inconspicuous spot first. Colours in the range The Pica Classic 575 tube marker comes in six colours: green (575/36), red (575/40), blue (575/41), yellow (575/44), black (575/46) and white (575/52). This page is for the blue variant 575/41. The manufacturer ships the tubes in trade boxes of 10, while the shop price is for 1 tube. An alternative from the Innovative Line For more frequent work Pica offers the Pica-Gel signal marker as a more convenient development of the tubes. It uses a twist mechanism, so the paste does not have to be squeezed out by hand and marking is quicker. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker Article575/41 RangePica Classic 575 TypeTube marker with marking paste ColourBlue Contents50 ml TipStainless steel ball, Ø 3 mm Line width2-4 mm MarkingPermanent, abrasion-resistant, waterproof SurfacesMetal, wood, wet wood, glass, tiles, brick, plastic, rubber, wet rubber Best resultsMetal (ideal); tiles, stone, concrete, wood, glass (suitable); rubber, plastic (acceptable) Quantity1 tube (manufacturer's trade box: 10 tubes) Questions and Answers How much paste does the tube contain? The tube contains 50 ml of blue marking paste. The shop price is for 1 tube, although the manufacturer ships the tubes in boxes of 10. Is it suitable for rusty or oily metal? Yes, the manufacturer recommends it precisely for extremely rough and difficult-to-mark surfaces such as oily or rusty metal. The marking is permanent, abrasion-resistant and waterproof. How wide is the line? The tip carries a 3 mm stainless steel ball, and according to the manufacturer the line width is 2-4 mm. According to the manufacturer the ball itself is virtually corrosion-free. Does the marking withstand high temperatures? Pica states that the marking stays visible even after exposure to extreme temperatures. The manufacturer gives no specific temperature limit, so test it first in a critical application. Which materials does the marker write on? The manufacturer lists metal, wood, wet wood, glass, tiles, brick, plastic, rubber and wet rubber. Its main purpose is rough and contaminated metal surfaces. Which colours does the 575 range come in? Six colours: green 575/36, red 575/40, blue 575/41, yellow 575/44, black 575/46 and white 575/52. This item is the blue variant. Is there a more convenient alternative to the tube? Pica offers the Pica-Gel signal marker as a more convenient development of the tubes. It uses a twist mechanism, so the paste does not have to be squeezed out by hand. ..

Pica Classic 546 FOR ALL Black & White Universal Pencil - 546/24-50 Pica Classic 546 FOR ALL Black & White is a universal marking pencil for light and dark surfaces. One half has a thick 2B graphite lead and the other a thick white colour lead, so one pencil marks both light and dark materials. Article 546/24-50 is the designation under which Pica supplies the pencil in a display box of 50. The photo shows the pencil itself. Black half and white half The black half writes with a high-quality universal 2B graphite, the white half with a high-quality universal white colour lead. The pencil is sharpened on both ends, so it is ready to use with either colour. Its shape is triangular. For smooth and wet surfaces In its product sheet Pica names the pencil for marking on all glossy surfaces - metal, glass, plastic, tiles, ceramics, laminate. The lines are rich even on wet surfaces, and the marking is easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth. The manufacturer lists metal, wood, wet wood, plastic, tiles, brick, paper, rubber, wet rubber and glass as suitable surfaces. Ratings by material and trades In the material ratings of its earlier product sheet Pica rates the pencil as ideal for metal, processed wood, raw wood (dry and wet), plastic, tiles and ceramics, suitable for stone and concrete, and acceptable on rubber (dry and wet), glass and leather. The manufacturer names it for building construction, locksmithing, mechanics, plumbing and sanitary work, tiling, underground construction and woodwork. Length and packs On its current page Pica gives the pencil length as 23 cm; its earlier product sheet lists the same pencil as 24 cm. The manufacturer offers it in two packs: a display box of 50 (546/24-50) measuring 132 x 183 x 255 mm and a hangable box of 10 (546/24-10). Sharpening and carrying For sharpening Pica recommends the Jumbo 560-12 sharpener for thick pencils, and for carrying the Pica Pocket holster, which according to the manufacturer is ideal in combination with thick wooden pencils of all kinds. In the Classic range Pica also offers the For All 545 universal pencil. Technical specifications ManufacturerPica-Marker (PICA) Article546/24-50 RangePica Classic 546 FOR ALL Black & White TypeUniversal marking pencil, two-colour LeadsGraphite 2B (black half) and white colour lead (white half) ShapeTriangular, sharpened on both ends Length23 cm (Pica's current page); 24 cm in the earlier product sheet MarkingRich even on wet surfaces; wipes clean with a damp cloth SurfacesMetal, wood, wet wood, plastic, tiles, brick, paper, rubber, wet rubber, glass Manufacturer's packDisplay box of 50, 132 x 183 x 255 mm Recommended sharpenerPica Classic 560 Jumbo (560-12) Questions and Answers Why is the pencil half black and half white? The black half has a 2B graphite lead and the white half a white colour lead, which is why Pica calls it a universal pencil for light and dark surfaces. The pencil is sharpened on both ends, so both colours are ready to use. Does it write on wet surfaces? Yes. Pica states that the lines are rich even on wet surfaces, and the listed materials include wet wood and wet rubber. Is it suitable for glass, tiles and metal? Yes, the manufacturer recommends it for marking glossy surfaces such as metal, glass, plastic, tiles, ceramics and laminate. Can the marking be cleaned off? According to Pica the marking is easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth. How long is the pencil? Pica's current page gives 23 cm, while its earlier product sheet lists the same pencil as 24 cm. What does 546/24-50 mean? It is Pica's designation for the Classic 546 Black & White pencil in a display box of 50. The manufacturer also has a hangable box of 10 under article 546/24-10. What should I sharpen the pencil with? Pica recommends the Jumbo 560-12 sharpener for thick pencils. The pencil is sharpened on both ends - for the graphite and for the white lead. ..