How to use a fountain pen converter

Learning to use a fountain pen converter can be one of the most rewarding writing experiences that one can have. A new realm of possibilities is opened to the user through the availability of ink colours which are not present in ink cartridges, not to mention the simple pleasure of manually drawing ink into a pen. An ink converter is not included standard with all fountain pens. The majority of fountain pens (with ink cartridges) can be transformed with the right ink converters. The fun part is choosing ink colours and filling the chamber, but first we must buy the appropriate ink converter as there are several sizes available. If one isn’t sure which size is needed for a fountain pen, its best to call or email the knowledgeable staff at Pen Heaven. Now that you have your fountain pen converter (and a tissue to clean off extra ink), follow these easy steps to put it to use! [caption id="attachment_566" align="alignnone" width="590"]

Displace the fountain pen’s cap, unscrew the barrel and remove the ink cartridge.

You will need your fountain pen, a converter, ink and a tissue.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_567" align="alignnone" width="590"]

Displace the fountain pen’s cap, unscrew the barrel and remove the ink cartridge.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_568" align="alignnone" width="590"]

Turn the top screw of the converter counter-clockwise all the way to the bottom to remove any unnecessary air.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_569" align="alignnone" width="590"]

While inserting the converter into the nib section of the pen, be sure that it is tightened securely.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_570" align="alignnone" width="590"]

Now submerge the nib into the ink bottle. To draw ink into the reservoir, rotate the threaded part of the converter in a clockwise manner.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_571" align="alignnone" width="590"]

To clear the chamber of air; with the nib pointing up, once again turn the threaded section of the converter anticlockwise. You’ll be able to fill the chamber to its capacity if done right.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_570" align="alignnone" width="590"]

Place the nib back into the bottle of ink and repeat the filling process which was described earlier to fill the chamber to its capacity.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_572" align="alignnone" width="590"]