Pencil Lead Refill 2mm – XH-528
XH-528 2mm Pencil Lead Refill
A pencil lead is a slender, cylindrical core inside a pencil that leaves marks on paper when applied with pressure. Despite the name, pencil “lead” is not made of the toxic substance lead but is primarily composed of a mixture of graphite and clay.
The core of a pencil, often referred to as the “lead,” is composed of a combination of graphite and clay. The ratio of graphite to clay determines the hardness or softness of the pencil. Higher graphite content results in softer leads suitable for dark, smooth lines, while a higher clay content produces harder leads for lighter, more controlled markings.
Pencil leads can come in various colors, though the most common color is grey or black. The color is derived from graphite, a form of carbon. Pencils are graded on a scale from “H” (hard) to “B” (soft), with “HB” being a middle point. The hardness or softness of the lead affects the darkness and texture of the marks it makes on paper.
Pencil marks are often erasable, making them a preferred choice for draft work. Pencil erasers, typically attached to the end of the pencil, are made of a soft, rubbery material that effectively removes graphite marks from paper.
In summary, a pencil lead is a combination of graphite and clay. to make pencil, this lead is encased in wood, providing a practical and versatile tool for various writing and drawing purposes.
Ideally, the raw pencil lead is used as the core writing material in the mechanical pencil.
This is a 2mm diameter pencil lead which is to be used in conjunction with the relevant mechanical pencil. The XH-528 pencil lead is rated HB and come in a plastic container box, inside which have 9 pieces of the pencil lead.
Technical Data:
- Grade: HB graphite lead
- Specs: 2 mm x 91 mm
- Contents: 9 pcs / packet
- Encase in a plastic container
- Suitable for technical mechanical pencil
- Packing: 60 pkts / box; 1920 pkts / ctn
$0.60




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