MKL96017 - Markal 96017 Silver-Streak Flat Metal Marker Holder

Industrial Grade Layout Marking Solution

The Markal Silver-Streak® Flat Metal Marker Holder (SKU: MKL96017) represents a significant advancement in layout marking technology for the metal fabrication and welding industries. Designed to address the common shortcomings of traditional soapstone, this holder utilizes a specialized silver lead that produces highly reflective marks. These marks are engineered to remain visible under low-light conditions and, crucially, can be seen clearly through welding helmet filters, ensuring precision during the welding process. The chemical composition of the Silver-Streak® lead ensures that marks adhere tenaciously to a variety of metal substrates, including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, even in the presence of surface contaminants such as oil, grease, rust, or moisture.

One of the primary technical benefits of the Markal 96017 is its resistance to thermal degradation. In high-temperature environments typical of oxy-fuel cutting or plasma gouging, traditional soapstone marks often fade or blow away. The Silver-Streak® mark remains stable and legible, preserving the integrity of the layout lines throughout the fabrication process. The holder itself is constructed to withstand the rigors of an industrial MRO environment. Its flat profile is a functional design choice that prevents the tool from rolling off inclined or vibrating work surfaces, a common annoyance with round markers. This ensures the tool remains accessible and reduces replacement costs associated with lost equipment.

The holder features a robust advancement mechanism that securely grips the flat lead, allowing for maximum utilization of the consumable material and minimizing waste. A heavy-duty pocket clip is integrated into the body, allowing technicians to secure the marker to pockets or tool belts easily. For procurement and inventory management, this product is often distributed in packs, ensuring that tool cribs can maintain adequate stock levels for production teams. The Markal Silver-Streak® Flat Holder is an indispensable tool for pipefitters, boilermakers, and structural steel fabricators who demand accuracy and durability in their marking instruments.