STAEDTLER Lumocolor 318 — permanent universal pen F, box of 8 colours
8 coloursF · approx. 0.6 mmPermanent · waterproofRefillable
The STAEDTLER Lumocolor 318 WP8 is a stand-up STAEDTLER box of eight permanent universal pens with a fine tip (line width approx. 0.6 mm) in assorted colours, for labelling and marking on almost any surface — film, glass, plastic, metal and paper — in offices, workshops, labs and classrooms.
The ink is permanent, low-odour, smudge-proof and waterproof on almost all surfaces, and dries in seconds, which also makes these pens practical for left-handed writers. STAEDTLER's DRY SAFE ink means a pen left uncapped for days will not dry out, and the black pen is lightfast.
What's in the Box
- 8 × STAEDTLER Lumocolor 318 permanent universal pens, line width F (approx. 0.6 mm)
- Colours: yellow, red, blue, orange, green, violet, brown, black
- Stand-up STAEDTLER box that doubles as a pen holder
- Refill station is sold separately
What It Means in Practice
- Label cables, sample tubes, plastic boxes, CDs/DVDs and film with markings that do not smear when handled.
- Dries in seconds, so you can stack, bag or hand over labelled items almost immediately.
- DRY SAFE: a pen left without its cap over a weekend will still write.
- Airplane-safe pressure equalisation — the pens do not leak in hand luggage on flights.
What Will Not Work
- Permanent ink is not designed to be wiped off — do not use these on whiteboards, transparencies you want to reuse, or anything you plan to relabel.
- A F tip (approx. 0.6 mm) is too thin for large signage or carton labels read from a distance — use the M-width 317 or a broad marker.
- These are not paint markers or chalk markers and will not give opaque coverage on dark surfaces.
Key Features
Universal on almost all surfaces
Writes on film, glass, plastic, metal and paper.
Permanent & waterproof
Smudge-proof, waterproof, low-odour ink that dries in seconds.
Airplane-safe
Automatic pressure equalisation prevents leaking on board aircraft.
Refillable, 97% recycled housing
Refill with STAEDTLER refill station 487 17; housing made of 97% recycled plastic.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
318 WP8 |
| EAN / GTIN |
4007817323694 |
| Brand |
STAEDTLER |
| Series |
Lumocolor 318 |
| Pen |
| Type |
Permanent universal pen |
| Line width |
F, approx. 0.6 mm |
| Ink |
Permanent, low-odour, smudge-proof and waterproof on almost all surfaces |
| Drying |
Dries in seconds |
| Cap-off |
DRY SAFE — can be left uncapped for days |
| Airplane-safe |
Yes, automatic pressure equalisation |
| Refill |
STAEDTLER refill station 487 17 |
| Barrel and cap |
Polypropylene (PP); housing 97% recycled plastic |
| Package |
| Pens included |
8 |
| Colours |
yellow, red, blue, orange, green, violet, brown, black |
| Packaging |
Stand-up STAEDTLER box |
| Made in |
Germany |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
The manufacturer does not publish a warranty term for this item — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove the writing later?
The ink is designed to be permanent, smudge-proof and waterproof on almost all surfaces; STAEDTLER does not publish a removal method. Test on a hidden spot if you may need to relabel.
What is the difference between 317 and 318?
Only the tip: 317 is M (approx. 1.0 mm), 318 is F (approx. 0.6 mm). Ink, colours and refill station 487 17 are the same.
Can the pens be refilled?
Yes, with STAEDTLER refill station 487 17, sold separately.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
Lumocolor permanent pens are the standard labelling pens in many labs, IT rooms and workshops because one pen writes on cables, plastic, glass and metal without smearing. The choice is mainly tip width: F (318) for small text on tubes and connectors, M (317) for boxes and cable tags. You will find more writing and office supplies in our
stationery range.
✓ Buy it if you need durable, waterproof labels on plastic, glass, metal or film in several colours.
✕ Skip it if you want to wipe markings off later — choose the non-permanent Lumocolor 315.
→ Also consider Lumocolor 317 WP8 (M, approx. 1.0 mm) for larger lettering.
Supplying a lab, IT room or school? Tell us the surfaces you label and the quantities, and we will recommend the right Lumocolor type.