9H pencil
Q. What is the difference between #1 and #2 pencils?
The hardness of the graphite core is often marked on the pencil — look for a number (such as “2” “2-1/2” or “3”) — and the higher the number, the harder the writing core and the lighter the mark left on the paper. Softer pencils will dull faster than harder leads and require more frequent sharpening.
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Q. What’s so special about number 2 pencils?
Because #2 is equivalent to HB, which means it falls into the middle on the HB scale. A harder graphite means that the line is lighter. A softer graphite means that the line is darker. The HB scale is numeric, so a higher number H means the graphite is harder, and the higher the B means the graphite is softer.
Q. What are number one pencils used for?
1, 2, 2½, 3, and 4 pencils—and sometimes other intermediate numbers. The higher the number, the harder the lead and lighter the markings. (No. 1 pencils produce darker markings, which are sometimes preferred by people working in publishing.)
Q. Is there a number 1 or 3 pencil?
Today, many U.S. companies use a numbering system for general purpose, writing pencils that specifies how hard the lead is. (“F” also indicates a pencil that sharpens to a fine point.) The middle of the scale shows the letters and numbers that correspond to everyday writing utensils: B = No. 1 pencils, HB = No.
Q. Why do teachers prefer Ticonderoga pencils?
Why Teacher Love Ticonderoga Pencils Yes, they sharpen great, but they didn’t write dark enough (like, when there is a powder left behind when writing hard). Besides it says right on the package “The World’s Best Pencil.” Paula: The wood is better quality, the lead doesn’t break as often.
Q. Which is the darkest lead pencil?
B9 is the softest and darkest. 9H is the lightest and hardest graphite pencil. So a B6 is softer and darker than a B2. An 6H is harder and lighter than a 2H and much harder and lighter than a HB or a B pencil.
