Markal Marker Range — Quick Reference by Application
Markal is the industry standard for industrial marking — used by welders, pipe fitters, QC inspectors and maintenance crews worldwide. Selection turns on the SURFACE (clean metal vs hot/oily) and the MARK DURATION (temporary vs permanent vs heat-resistant). AIMS stocks the workshop-essential Markal range.
| Markal Type | Surface Best For | Mark Properties | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paint Markers (Pro-Line HP) | Clean metal, plastic, wood | Quick-dry oil-based paint, weather-resistant, ~6 months outdoor | QC marking, layout, identification — workshop default |
| Paintstik (Solid Paint Crayon) | Hot, oily, dirty, wet surfaces | Solid paint mark — works where ink won't, heat-resistant variants up to 200°C | Welder marks on hot steel, pre-weld marks, oily plate identification |
| Paintstik B (Heat-Resistant) | Surfaces up to 1500°C | Marks survive welding pre-heat, induction heating | Foundry, weld marking that survives the welding process itself |
| Dura-Ink Permanent Marker | Smooth metal, plastic, glass | Fine-point permanent ink, fade-resistant | Detail work, parts marking, fine layout, inspection annotation |
| Silver-Streak / Red-Riter Lead | Bare steel, primed surfaces | Soft metal marker with no scribe damage | Layout on precision fabrication — alternative to scribers |
| Removable / Temporary Markers | Finished surfaces requiring no residue | Wipes off with water or solvent | QC checks, temporary identification, finished-product marking |
| Pipe Pen / Pipe Marker | Pipe surfaces — round geometry | Designed grip for pipework marking | Pipefitter layout, weld mark on pipe |
For surface compatibility: hot/oily/wet = Paintstik; clean metal long-term = Pro-Line HP paint marker; fine detail = Dura-Ink. Companion ranges: marking tools, industrial paint markers, welding accessories.
Markal Paint Markers, Paintstik Markers, Dura-Ink Pens & Metal Markers
Markal has been the professional standard for industrial marking tools for decades, trusted by welders, pipe fitters, quality control teams, and maintenance crews worldwide. The Markal range includes oil-based paint markers for metal and rough surfaces, solid Paintstik markers for hot or oily surfaces, Dura-Ink permanent markers for fine detail work, and metal holders with silver-streak leads for precision scribe-free marking.
Pro-Line Paint Markers & Dura-Ink Permanent Markers
Markal's valve-action Pro-Line paint markers offer reliable marking on metal, concrete, and industrial surfaces with quick-drying oil-based ink. The Dura-Ink range provides alcohol-based permanent marking for labelling, inspection, and traceability work on boxes, components, and finished goods. Both ranges deliver vibrant colour, fast drying, and resistance to water, grease, and weathering.
- Markal Paint Marker Pro-Line HP: Valve-action paint marker with 3mm bullet tip, suitable for most industrial surfaces.
- Markal Paint Marker Pro-Line WP: Water-resistant Pro-Line marker for outdoor and wet-surface marking.
- Markal Paint Marker Pro-Line Fine and Micro Tip: Fine-tip version for detailed markings on pipes, cables, and small components.
- Markal Paint Marker Pro-Wash D: Water-washable paint marker for temporary marking on smooth surfaces.
- Markal Pro-Line HT: High-temperature paint marker suitable for marking hot surfaces and welds.
- Markal Dura-Ink 55: Permanent alcohol-based marker with dual tip (fine/chisel) for box labelling and inspection.
- Markal Dura-Ink 200: Large-capacity permanent marker with 7mm chisel tip for high-visibility marking.
- Markal Dura-Ink 5: Fine-tip 1mm permanent marker for detailed inspection markings and small labels.
Paintstik Solid Markers, Metal Markers & Trades Markers
Markal's solid marker portfolio includes the iconic Paintstik for marking oily, wet, and hot metal surfaces without tip clogging, specialised variants for galvanizing work, and traditional grease pencils and metal markers for precision work on non-ferrous surfaces. The Welder Pencil and Trades Marker round out the range for application-specific marking in HVAC, electrical, and fabrication work.
- Markal Paintstik B: Solid paint marker in a twist-up stick form, marks on oily, wet, and hot surfaces.
- Markal Paintstik M White 12-Pack: White solid marker for marking dark metals, pipes, and structural steel.
- Markal Paintstik P Galvanizer White: Galvanizer-grade Paintstik that leaves no residue harmful to galvanizing processes.
- Markal Quik Stik Twist Up Paint Marker: Fast-loading twist-up paint stick for marking concrete, metal, and lumber.
- Markal Silver-Streak Metal Marker With Pocket Clip: Silver graphite pencil for precise marking on metal without damaging the surface.
- Markal Trades Marker Mechanical Grease Pencil: Retractable grease pencil for marking glass, ceramics, plastics, and coated surfaces.
- Markal Welder Pencil: Heat-resistant marking pencil designed specifically for pre-weld line marking.
Shop Markal paint markers, Paintstiks & industrial marking tools at AIMS Industrial alongside our Workshop Supplies, Safety & PPE, and Hand Tools collections. Order online or contact our team for volume pricing and expert advice.
People Also Ask — Markal Industrial Markers
Q: What is Markal?
Markal (LA-CO Industries) is an American manufacturer of industrial markers and paint sticks (since 1907). Their range covers paint markers (Pro-Line, Trades-Marker, Valve Action), solid paint sticks (B Paintstik, Trades-Marker dry), permanent markers (Dura-Ink, Bullet), and welder's markers (Pro-Line HP). Markal is the industrial marking standard for steel fabrication, pipe identification, valve tagging, welding layout, and any application where the marker must perform on industrial substrates.
Q: Markal paint marker vs permanent marker — which?
Paint marker (Pro-Line, Valve Action): liquid paint pumped through a felt tip — works on rough/oily/wet surfaces, longer-lasting marks, marks visible on dark materials. Permanent marker (Dura-Ink): solvent-based ink in fibre tip — works on smooth surfaces, faster to write, finer line. For steel fabrication and pipe marking, paint markers are the workshop standard. For paperwork and finished surfaces, permanent markers.
Q: Markal B Paintstik vs paint marker?
B Paintstik: solid paint-stick (like a crayon) — works on any surface, hot or cold or oily, no drying time, marks visible immediately. Use on hot steel (up to 538°C), underwater, on rough castings. Paint marker (Valve Action): liquid paint in a pump-action marker — finer line, more controllable, suited to text and layout work. For welder's layout and hot-pipe identification, B Paintstik is the workshop favourite. For valve tagging and inspection marking, paint markers.
Q: Are Markal markers safe near food contact?
No — standard Markal industrial markers are NOT food-grade. For food-contact-adjacent marking (food processing equipment, packaging), use Markal's certified food-grade range (Pro-Line FG, Trades-Marker FG) which carry FDA and AS food-contact certification. For general industrial use (mining, structural fabrication, construction), standard Markal is the workshop choice. Always confirm food-grade certification before specifying for food industry applications.
Q: How do I remove Markal marker?
Paint markers: solvent (acetone, MEK, or commercial paint thinner). Permanent markers (Dura-Ink): alcohol or solvent. B Paintstik: wipe with solvent before set, or scrape/sand after set. For accidental marks on finished surfaces, test removal on a hidden area first — solvents can damage some finishes. Markal sells dedicated remover wipes for their products that won't damage most steel and aluminium surfaces.