Pentel Mark Sheet Mechanical Pencil 1.3mm

Pentel Mark Sheet Mechanical Pencil 1.3mm

The Pentel Mark Sheet Mechanical Pencil 1.3mm is specially engineered for test-takers, students, and professionals who demand fast, flawless shading on standardized exam bubble sheets and optical mark recognition (OMR) forms. Equipped with extra-thick 1.3mm high-density graphite lead, this specialized mechanical pencil fills multiple-choice bubbles in fewer strokes without tearing paper or snapping under pressure. Designed with a lightweight, comfortable barrel, it ensures fatigue-free performance during long examinations and daily sketching.

Key Features

• Optimized 1.3mm Broad Lead: Extra-wide lead diameter allows you to fill standardized test answer sheets and bubble circles rapidly with minimal strokes.
• Break-Resistant High-Density Graphite: Specially formulated lead delivers dark, clean, and easily scanned marks without snapping under firm exam pressure.
• Lightweight Ergonomic Barrel: Designed for hours of comfortable testing and writing, minimizing hand strain during critical timed exams.
• Convenient Built-In Eraser: Features a protective top cap housing a high-quality eraser for swift, clean corrections without smudging.
• No Sharpening Required: Reliable click mechanism ensures a consistent, broad lead point ready whenever you need it.

Specifications

• Brand: Pentel
• Model: Mark Sheet Mechanical Pencil (AM13)
• Lead Diameter: 1.3mm
• Available Lead Grades: HB, B
• Dimensions: 10mm diameter x 140mm length
• Weight: 10g
• Barrel Material: Lightweight durable polymer
• Country of Origin: Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why use a 1.3mm mechanical pencil for standardized tests? Standard 0.5mm or 0.7mm leads require multiple back-and-forth strokes to fill an exam bubble, whereas a 1.3mm broad lead fills bubbles in just two to three quick passes, saving valuable test time.
• Are the pencil marks readable by computerized exam scanners? Yes, the high-purity graphite formulation produces deep, uniform marks fully compatible with Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) grading machines.
• How do I refill the lead in this pencil? Remove the top eraser cap, pull out the eraser plug, insert standard 1.3mm pencil leads into the barrel chamber, and reinsert the eraser firmly.
• What refills are compatible with this pencil? It accepts Pentel Mark Sheet 1.3mm refill leads (such as CM13) as well as any standard 1.3mm mechanical pencil leads.
• Can this pencil also be used for sketching and drafting? Yes, artists and woodworkers frequently use 1.3mm mechanical pencils for quick gesture sketching, shading, and marking measurements.