Sakura Pigma Microns
SAKURA - Pigma Micron Fineliner Sets (Two Sets Combined)
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Quick Specs 🏷️
Type: Fineliner Pens (Pigma pigment-based ink)
Tips/Nibs: Set A - Multi-tip (assorted sizes) | Set B - 05 tip (0.45mm), all pens
Set Size: 26 pens total (Set A: 10 pens + Set B: 16 pens)
Purchase Info (Set A): Amazon | Purchased: June 2024 | Price: $20.02 USD
Purchase Info (Set B): Amazon | Purchased: June 2024 | Price: $34.85 USD
Official Product Highlights
- Pigma pigment-based ink - waterproof, chemical-resistant, fade-resistant, bleed-free, quick-drying, and pH neutral.
- Archival quality - single-pigment colors for consistency; acid-free for preservation.
- Smooth, skip-free writing with consistent line widths; no smearing, feathering, or bleeding through most papers.
- Japanese quality - industry standard fineliner used by comic artists, illustrators, watercolorists, archivists, and lab professionals.
- AP certified non-toxic - approved by ACMI toxicologists.
Set A Details (Black Ink Multi-tip Set)
- 10 pens, all black ink
- Assorted tip sizes (typical Pigma Micron range: 005, 01, 02, 03, 05, 08, etc. - exact sizes not listed)
- Perfect for varied line weights in one ink color
Set B Details (16-Piece Cube Collection)
- 16 pens, assorted colors (colors may vary per cube)
- All pens have 05 tip size (0.45mm line width)
- Cube packaging for easy storage/display
Additional Specs
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Consistency | Fluid pigment ink |
| Finish | Matte / Opaque (color-dependent) |
| Drying Time | Quick-drying (seconds) |
| Water Resistance | Yes (waterproof when dry) |
| Pigment Type | Pigma pigment-based (single-pigment for color consistency) |
| Lightfastness | Fade-resistant (archival quality) |
| Intermixability | Can be layered with other media (watercolor, marker, etc.) |
| Non-clogging | Replace cap after use; capillary action design maintains flow |
Color Gallery
Colored Fineliners
Ohuhu Double-Sided Marker Paper
Overall Strengths & Weaknesses
Rating: ★★★☆☆
I primarily use microns when I’m working in Canson XL Mixed Media Paper or Canson Graduate Mixed Media Paper. They just seem better together.
What works well
- Great dark, rich color.
- Consistent line.
- Lots of great sizes.
- Comes in colors too.
- Water and alcohol proof once dry.
What doesn't
- On most other paper, looks less black that some other fine liners.
- Tends to feather more on other paper.
Tips
- Let fully dry before working with wet media.