Are the gel ink rollerball pens on SNILLC genuine brand products?
Yes. Every gel and rollerball pen SNILLC sells is a new, genuine product from Pentel, Pilot, uni-ball, Paper Mate, Zebra, BIC or Sharpie in the manufacturer's original packaging. SNILLC does not sell refurbished, generic or relabeled pens.
Can I buy gel ink pens in bulk or wholesale?
Yes. Business members with a $49 per year membership get wholesale and case-pack pricing on gel pens, usually sold by the box of 12. For 6 or more boxes or pallet quantities, add the items to your cart and choose Request a bulk quote for a custom price.
Which brands of gel ink rollerball pens does SNILLC carry?
SNILLC carries over 700 gel and rollerball pens from Pentel (including EnerGel), Pilot (G2, FriXion, Dr. Grip, Precise), uni-ball (Signo, Vision), Paper Mate InkJoy Gel, Zebra Sarasa, BIC Gel-ocity and Sharpie S-Gel. Pentel and Pilot make up the largest share of the catalog.
Do you ship gel pens nationwide and how fast?
SNILLC ships gel pens anywhere in the United States from its warehouse in Rancho Cordova, California, with tracking on every order. Items marked Ready to ship leave fastest. Delivery time depends on the carrier and your distance from Northern California; West Coast orders usually arrive soonest.
Is there a minimum order for gel pens?
No. Retail shoppers can order a single pen. Shipping is free on retail orders of $60 or more and $9.99 below that. Business members buy by the box or case at wholesale prices, and bulk quotes start at 6 or more packs.
What is the difference between a gel pen and a rollerball pen?
Both use a rolling ball and water-based ink, but a gel pen's ink is a thick pigment gel while a classic rollerball such as the Pilot Precise or uni-ball Vision uses thinner liquid ink. Gel ink gives a more opaque, vivid line and comes in more colors; liquid ink rollerballs write wetter and faster with a finer feel.
Which gel pen tip size should I choose for office use?
The 0.7 mm medium tip is the standard choice for everyday office writing and has the widest refill selection in Pilot G2, Pentel EnerGel and Paper Mate InkJoy. Use 0.5 mm for forms and small handwriting, and 1.0 mm for signatures and bold labels.
Can gel pens be refilled?
Most retractable gel pens from Pilot, Pentel, uni-ball and Zebra accept refills from the same brand. The Pilot G2 refill, Pentel EnerGel LR7 and LRN5 refills and uni-ball Signo refills are stocked in SNILLC's Pen Refills category. Low-cost capped gel pens from BIC and Paper Mate are usually disposable.
Are erasable gel pens good for schools?
Yes. The Pilot FriXion Clicker is the top-selling gel pen on SNILLC and is popular with teachers and students because the thermo-sensitive ink erases cleanly with the pen's own rubber tip. Keep FriXion pens away from heat, since the ink fades above about 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and do not use them on legal documents.
How long do gel pens last in storage?
Sealed gel pens generally store well for two to three years when kept capped or retracted at room temperature, out of direct sun and heat. Store boxes flat or tip down. Pens left uncapped or in a hot vehicle can dry out or skip, so rotate older stock first.
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