Q: can it write on laminated paper with no smear?
A: Yes, the Space Pen can write on laminated paper. It will not smear.
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Q: How is it used in space and do people use it in their daily life?
A: The Fisher Space Pen is used in outer space because it can write in zero gravity, can write upside down or at any angle, and can write in extreme temperatures. Regular people can use the Space Pen as they would a regular pen but won't have to worry about writing on an angle or upside down. You can also write over things like grease or fingerprints.
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Q: Does the pen rust/get gunk on it if you leave under the water for prolonged periods of time?
A: Yes, the Space Pen could eventually rust if left in water for extended periods of time.
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Q: Can it work in high temperatures like in an oven?
A: Since we're not interested in baking our arms and hands, we haven't tested this one.
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Q: how does it work
A: The Space Pen's ink cartridge is pressurized with nitrogen so that it does not rely on gravity to make it write.
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Q: can it wright on butter?
A: We doubt that the Fisher Space Pen can write on a stick of butter, but if there was butter smeared on your paper it should write over it. The Space Pen does write "smooth as butter". Niiice.
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Q: Do you get these pens from Dr. Thadius Venture?
A: Are you talking about Dr. Thaddeus Venture from "The Venture Bros." show? No, we do not buy the space pens from a cartoon character.
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Q: I don't seem to find the length of the pen in the above. Can you enlighten me?
A: The Space Pen is 3.75 inches long when closed. When opened and the cap is placed on one end, it is 5.25 inches long.
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Q: Wouldn't it just be easier to use pencils? That's what the Soviets did, instead of spending money to develop a product that solved a problem that could be solved by a common office supply.
A: That's an urban legend. Up until the 1960s, but Americans and Russians used pencils in their space flights. But, a broken tip of the pencil could float into an astronaut's eyes, nose, or screw up an instrument. Also, the wood of the pencil may easily ignite in an oxygen-rich environment. So, Paul Fisher, completely on his own, decided to design a pen that could write in zero gravity and wasn't a danger to the astronauts or their craft. He submitted it to NASA, it passed all of their tests, and has been used on all manned space flights since.
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Q: What happens if you write on your skin/hands? Does it come off?
A: If the ink gets on your skin, you should use some rubbing alcohol before using soap and water. The ink in the Space Pen is more difficult to wash off than your average ink pen.
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Q: Is there any negatives associated with writing on your skin with this pen?
A: The ink is non-toxic, so the only downside is that this ink is more difficult to wash off thank regular ink. To get the ink off of your skin, rub the area with rubbing alcohol before washing with soap and water. There are no other ill effects of writing on your skin with the Space Pen.
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Q: what kind of material does this write on?
A: The Space Pen can write on all kinds of surfaces like paper, cardboard, wood, drywall, skin, and many fabrics. If there is a specific material that you have in mind, please let us know and we'll do our best to find out if the Space Pen will write on it.
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Q: I gave my friend a Fisher Space pen. What paper can she use to prove that it can/does write underwater?
A: The Space Pen can certainly write underwater! She can buy some waterproof paper or all-weather paper.
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Q: will it smear right after writing
A: Although this could depend on the writing surface, the Space Pen should not smear on regular paper, laminated paper, or even underwater.
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Q: if the ink cartridges are pressurized, what happens when you heat it?
A: The manufacturer says that the space pen is intended for use in temperatures between -30 to +250 degrees Fahrenheit. Beyond that, we're not sure, but we don't recommend trying it.
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Q: How long does the ink last? Is it refillable?
A: The ink will remain good indefinitely until it runs out. The Space Pen can write for 12,500 feet! The length of time will depend on how much you use the pen. Yes, the Space Pen is refillable and one refill is included.
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Q: Will the ink in the pen explode like other pens do.
A: The manufacturer has never heard of an ink cartridge from a Bullet Space Pen exploding. However, depending on what environment you'll be using it in or what conditions you'll be exposing it to, it could be possible.
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Q: Can the ink cartridges be replaced or do you have to purchase another pen?
A: Yes, you can purchase Space Pen refills. While we don't carry them, most pen shops, luggage shops, and office supply stores carry a compatible pressurized refill.
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Q: does the space pen write on water etc.?
A: The Space Pen can write underwater.
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Q: How does it work?
A: The Bullet Space Pen is able to work upside down and under water because of its special pressurized ink cartridges.
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Q: Why the heck would you need to be able to write in zero gravity?
A: You never know, man. Always be prepared.
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Q: Can you do us all a favour and make paper that doesn't get terribly destroyed underwater? I mean, just for the sake of the pen...
A: Waterproof paper does exist!
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Q: I was wondering if the gift box can hold the pen strictly enough so it won't come out when you ship the product..
A: Yes, the insert in the gift box is molded so that the pen fits very snugly into place. It should not be displaced during shipping.
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Q: When will you even need to write underwater? Wouldn't the paper get soggy and the ink smear?
A: The average person probably doesn't need to write underwater, but a scuba diver or marine biologist would! Besides, it's just cool to know your Space Pen could write underwater if you wanted it to. Regular paper would indeed get soggy, so you would need waterproof paper. As you can see in the video, the ink did not smear.
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