{"product_id":"rotring-500-metal-drafting-mechanical-pencil","title":"Rotring 500 Metal Drafting Mechanical Pencil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIconic German Drafting Precision with Ergonomic Metal Balance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rotring 500 Mechanical Pencil combines professional technical drawing precision with a fatigue-free lightweight design. Engineered with a hexagonal resin body and a precision-machined knurled metal grip, it balances center-of-gravity weight toward the tip for steady drafting and intricate sketching. Trusted worldwide by architects, engineers, and illustrators, the Rotring 500 delivers uncompromising German quality for daily studio and classroom use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Precision Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight hexagonal barrel prevents rolling off desks, paired with a solid knurled metal grip for non-slip control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4mm Fixed Guide Sleeve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long stainless steel drafting sleeve offers unobstructed view of guidelines and ruler edges while preventing lead breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Lead Hardness Indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable dial on the cap allows rapid identification of your current lead grade (HB, B, 2B, 2H, H, F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Push-Button Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable brass clutch feeds lead incrementally with precise tactile feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Eraser with Cap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concealed eraser under the push cap provides fast on-the-spot corrections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rotring 500 Drafting Pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e HB (pre-loaded)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knurled metal grip, matte hexagonal resin barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Rotring 500 and Rotring 600?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rotring 500 features a lightweight resin barrel paired with a metal grip section, weighing around 13 grams for reduced fatigue during long writing sessions, whereas the Rotring 600 is an all-metal pencil weighing approximately 23 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 4mm lead sleeve retractable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the Rotring 500 utilizes a rigid fixed 4mm guide pipe designed specifically for precision drafting, ruler alignment, and technical drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use standard 0.5mm lead refills?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the Rotring 500 accepts any standard 0.5mm graphite pencil lead refills, including HB, B, 2B, and technical grades.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rotring","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":47485553082402,"sku":"ROT500-BLU-05","price":25.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":47485553115170,"sku":"ROT500-RED-05","price":25.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":47485553147938,"sku":"ROT500-BLK-05","price":25.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":47485553180706,"sku":"ROT500-GRN-05","price":25.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/3045\/6354\/files\/1773970967737--1869707974.jpg?v=1789008761","url":"https:\/\/www.xypen.com\/products\/rotring-500-metal-drafting-mechanical-pencil","provider":"XYPen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}