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Pica - marking tools for trades and industry
Markers, pencils and crayons for dry, wet, oily and hot surfaces
Pica is a family business from Kirchehrenbach in Upper Franconia, Germany, that develops and manufactures marking tools for industry and the trades. The company is the inventor of the deep hole marker.
The range covers construction and deep hole markers from the DRY, BIG DRY and INK lines, VISOR permanent markers and GEL signal markers, carpenter's and stonemason's pencils, forester's chalk and soapstone chalk. Matching refill leads, quivers, Master Sets and sales displays complete the programme.
Inventor of the deep hole markerPica INK deep hole markers mark inside bores, recesses and hard-to-reach spots.
Dust and moisture protectedThe Pica DRY protects its mechanism with a cap button and a sealing ring on the barrel.
Heat resistant to approx. 1000 °CThe GEL signal marker marks wet, oily and rusty surfaces, even under water.
For wet timberForester's chalk PRO leaves permanent marks on dry and wet wood.Pica best sellers
Master Sets starter pack with step display, 4 each Joiner, Plumber, Carpenter - Pica 55050
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CLASSIC marker display with 24 compartments and 281 permanent, paint and special markers - Pica 66520
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Fine-Dry counter display "Basic" with 0.9 mm mechanical pencils and refill leads - Pica 7020
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Sales display Basic with 20 Pica DRY Longlife Automatic Pens and 10 refill lead cases - Pica 3020
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MIXED counter display "Graphite" with Pica INK and DRY markers, filled - Pica 66325
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ANILINE copying pencil 24 cm for marking wet timber, box of 100 - Pica 544/24-100
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FOR ALL universal marking pencil graphite 23 cm for smooth and wet surfaces, display box of 100 - Pica 545/24-100
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dry&wet pencil and copying pencil 24 cm for dry and wet timber, box of 100 - Pica 547/24-100
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The Pica product lines
Construction and deep hole markersPica DRY, BIG DRY and Fine-Dry with lead feed plus INK deep hole markers for bores.168 products →
Permanent and signal markersVISOR with wax marking crayon and GEL signal markers for wet, oily and hot surfaces.168 products →
Carpenter's and special pencilsCLASSIC pencils with 2H graphite, 10H stonemason lead, ANILINE copying lead and FOR ALL lead.168 products →
Crayons and chalksForester's chalk PRO, luminescent crayon for optical sensors and soapstone chalk for welding.168 products →
Refill leads and accessoriesRefill leads for DRY and BIG DRY, Pocket quivers with sharpener and chalk holders.168 products →
Master Sets and displaysTrade-specific sets in nylon cases and filled counter displays for retailers.168 products →
Markers and crayons for every surface
GEL signal marker white for wet, oily and rusty surfaces, heat resistant to 1000 °C - Pica 8080
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VISOR permanent marker fluorescent orange with wax marking crayon for almost any surface - Pica 990/054
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BIG DRY construction marker with automatic lead feed and lead sharpener, graphite, blister - Pica 6060/SB
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Construction marker with graphite lead, dust and moisture protected, refillable, blister pack - Pica 3030/SB
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Forester's chalk PRO green, hexagonal 12 x 120 mm, for dry and wet wood, box of 12 - Pica 590/36
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Soapstone chalk for welding, square 10 x 10 x 100 mm, heat resistant, 50 pieces - Pica 571-50
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Luminescent crayon PRO fluo orange, Ø 12 x 120 mm, for optical reading sensors, box of 12 - Pica 592/054
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Fine-Dry fine-lead mechanical pencil 0.9 mm with eraser and clip, graphite, blister - Pica 7070/SB
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Choosing the right Pica marking tool
Choose by surface
The surface to be marked is what matters most:
- Dry and wet timber: carpenter's pencil 2H graphite, ANILINE copying pencil or dry&wet 547, forester's chalk PRO.
- Stone and concrete: stonemason's pencil with 10H graphite lead or 10H stonemason refills for the BIG DRY.
- Smooth, oily or rusty surfaces: FOR ALL universal marking pencil, VISOR permanent or GEL signal marker.
- Bores and recesses: Pica INK deep hole marker.
Heat and welding
For marks next to welds and cutting kerfs, soapstone chalk 571 is heat resistant up to 2000 °C. The GEL signal marker withstands temperatures up to approx. 1000 °C.
Lead instead of wooden pencil
DRY and BIG DRY use an automatic lead feed and are refilled instead of sharpened. The BIG DRY takes 2 x 5 mm rectangular leads such as FOR ALL in graphite, red and white, carpenter 2H, stonemason 10H, ANILINE 2.0 or SUMMER HEAT up to 70 °C. For fine scribing, the Fine-Dry with 0.9 mm lead is the right choice.
Sets for each trade
The Master Sets for joiners, plumbers and carpenters bundle the matching markers and refill leads in a nylon case with hook-and-loop closure.
Which Pica line fits?
| Criterion | DRY / BIG DRY | VISOR permanent | GEL signal marker | Forester's chalk PRO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Graphite lead, BIG DRY rectangular lead 2 x 5 mm | MULTI-USE wax marking crayon | Gel lead | Marking crayon Ø 12 x 120 mm |
| Mechanism | Automatic lead feed by push button | Patented twist mechanism | Twist mechanism | None, optional chalk holder 588 |
| Surface | Almost all, dry or damp | Almost all, incl. dusty, damp, oily | Wet, oily, rusty, even under water | Dry and wet wood, metal, stone |
| Special feature | Dust and moisture protection | One lead replaces up to five markers | Heat resistant to approx. 1000 °C, line 2 to 8 mm | High pigmentation, break resistant |
| Refillable | Yes, refill leads | Yes | Yes, refill leads | No |
Pica at a glance
Frequently asked questions about Pica
Who is Pica?
Pica-Marker is a family business based in Kirchehrenbach in Upper Franconia, Germany. It develops and produces marking tools for industry and the trades and is the inventor of the deep hole marker.
What is a deep hole marker?
A deep hole marker such as the Pica INK has a long, slim tip and marks inside bores, recesses and hard-to-reach spots where a normal marker cannot go.
Which Pica marker is suitable for wet or oily surfaces?
The VISOR permanent with wax marking crayon marks almost any surface, including dusty, damp or oily ones. The GEL signal marker marks wet, oily and rusty materials, even under water, and is heat resistant up to approx. 1000 °C.
Which refill leads fit the BIG DRY?
The BIG DRY takes 2 x 5 mm rectangular leads: FOR ALL in graphite, red and white, carpenter graphite 2H, stonemason graphite 10H, ANILINE 2.0 for wet timber and SUMMER HEAT, waterproof up to 70 °C.
What do you use for marking when welding?
For welding work, Pica soapstone chalk 571 in the square 10 x 10 x 100 mm format is the right choice. It is heat resistant up to 2000 °C and leaves a white, high-contrast line on steel.
Need advice or a professional price?
Our team will help you choose the right Pica marking tool for your trade and prepare a quotation for you.
