Syringe Filling

[sirgrunthos]

I hate to bother you with this. I tried to find an answer searching through the archives, but it got tedious so . . . I'll risk embarrassment instead.

 

I know a lot of FP users refill via syringe, but I haven't seen a lot about procuring the equipment. Some people use blunt needles, one post I read involved an IV catheter, maybe there's other possibilities as well.

 

Since the government hasn't yet seen fit to supply free, blunt needle syringes to FP addicts, what are you using and how did you acquire it? You didn't have to look for a guy in a trench-coat lurking outside your favorite pen shop did you?

 

Jerry

[alvarez57]

QUOTE (sirgrunthos @ Mar 10 2007, 08:34 PM)

I hate to bother you with this.  I tried to find an answer searching through the archives, but it got tedious so . . . I'll risk embarrassment instead. I know a lot of FP users refill via syringe, but I haven't seen a lot about procuring the equipment.  Some people use blunt needles, one post I read involved an IV catheter, maybe there's other possibilities as well. Since the government hasn't yet seen fit to supply free, blunt needle syringes to FP addicts, what are you using and how did you acquire it?  You didn't have to look for a guy in a trench-coat lurking outside your favorite pen shop did you? Jerry

Try a Pharmacy, one they know you. Insulin syringes are adequate.

Edited March 10, 2007 by alvarez57

[Catsmelt]

At your pharmacy, you might be able to buy a dental irrigator -- mine is a 3 cc syringe with a plastic irrigation tube (in place of a needle) for getting in between teeth. This is great for injecting ink into a cartridge without the fear of stabbing oneself.

 

Although... it would be interesting to take note of the subcutaneous feathering qualities of Noodlers.

 

 

[belfast-popeye]

I have vintage glass syringes and box of long needles, all nicely washable Procured from my place of work (hospital), no longer used

[cowboyjack]

Being a country boy myself...

 

Your friendly local feed store should have a reasonable selection of syringes to be used in the application of antibiotics on unsuspecting young animals.

 

I spent the whopping price of 25 cents each for two 3cc syringes just for fountain pen cartridge refilling the other day.

 

I am also 90% sure you can mail order 'em from animal supply stores off the internet as well.

[lmederos]

Try Pear Tree Pens

 

https://shop.peartreepens.com/displayProduc...36&categoryId=9

 

 

This kit has a syringe and 2 different needles; it is $7 and works great; I just ordered a second one.

 

 

[cowboyjack]

Just double checked online with one of the local feed stores I frequent:

 

www.animalhealthexpress.com

 

 

These are the ones I just picked up:

 

http://www.animalhealthexpress.com/catalog...roducts_id=2787

 

 

I trust that there are no illicit drug users lurking about the list that would misuse these, though.

[Bill D]

I got mine from a hardware store to use with glue or epoxy.

 

Bill

[Maja]

QUOTE (alvarez57 @ Mar 10 2007, 12:42 PM)

QUOTE (sirgrunthos @ Mar 10 2007, 08:34 PM) I hate to bother you with this.  I tried to find an answer searching through the archives, but it got tedious so . . . I'll risk embarrassment instead. I know a lot of FP users refill via syringe, but I haven't seen a lot about procuring the equipment.  Some people use blunt needles, one post I read involved an IV catheter, maybe there's other possibilities as well. Since the government hasn't yet seen fit to supply free, blunt needle syringes to FP addicts, what are you using and how did you acquire it?  You didn't have to look for a guy in a trench-coat lurking outside your favorite pen shop did you? Jerry Try a Pharmacy, one they know you. Insulin syringes are adequate. They work well...but they only hold up to 1.0mL I believe (ex-pharmacist here)   For refilling cartridges, I use the syringes meant for larger volumes (such as the 2mL, 3mL or 5ml syringes) and buy the needles separately (they screw on/off). That way, I can choose which length needle I want on a particular syrninge---I use the longer needles for getting the last drop of ink out of a long (eg. Parker) cartridge and the shorter needles for International cartridges.   Plastic irrigation tubes are safer to use, but there's nothing quite like a needle to remove the very last drop of ink that is stuck at the end of an empty ink cartridge! Mind you, if all you want to do is *fill* a cartridge with ink, then go for whatever method suits you best and is safest for you to use. I don't have a lot of cartridges so I re-use mine and refill with different inks, thus my obsession with removing old ink...

[Maja]

I've never had a problem buying these kind of products in person at pharmacies here in Canada, but I suspect things may be a bit different in the U.S.A....

[sirgrunthos]

QUOTE (Catsmelt @ Mar 10 2007, 12:50 PM)

Although... it would be interesting to take note of the subcutaneous feathering qualities of Noodlers.

Nice; a new forum: Tattoo you!

 

Jerry

[playpen]

They are available at any pharmacy as insulin syringes. They are perfect for the job. When I bought mine, I brought a pen along and showed them what I was using it for but that was not necessary...I just felt better about it for me.

Naturally, the teen behind the counter looked at me as though I had just landed from Mars..but I'm used to that!

[jsonewald]

Animal health or farm supply stores are best for syringes. They also have needles, but sharp ones. The best blunt needles I have came in ink jet cartridge refill kits. I found a kit at a chain dollar store that had an extremely long blunt tip needle in it.

[SallyLyn]

Got mine from my vet. My state won't sell them via the pharmacy without a prescription.

[MYU]

QUOTE (lmederos @ Mar 10 2007, 04:14 PM)

Try Pear Tree Pens https://shop.peartreepens.com/displayProduc...36&categoryId=9 This kit has a syringe and 2 different needles; it is $7 and works great; I just ordered a second one.

Great idea--thanks for the link! This is a nice alternative to using surgical needles.

 

I bought a vintage glass syringe with glass plunger that works well without having to install the supplied needle unit, but I'd rather use something plastic. This kit from Pear Tree Pens looks like a great cost effective solution.

[Blorgy]

QUOTE (lmederos @ Mar 10 2007, 09:14 PM)

Try Pear Tree Pens https://shop.peartreepens.com/displayProduc...36&categoryId=9 This kit has a syringe and 2 different needles; it is $7 and works great; I just ordered a second one.

From the photo, my guess is a green 21 gauge needle, and a pink 20 gauge cannula. The needle's tip looks blunt, like a drawing up needle. I have only seen 18 gauge drawing up needles before.

[lallin]

QUOTE (sirgrunthos @ Mar 10 2007, 08:34 PM)

I hate to bother you with this. I tried to find an answer searching through the archives, but it got tedious so . . . I'll risk embarrassment instead. I know a lot of FP users refill via syringe, but I haven't seen a lot about procuring the equipment. Some people use blunt needles, one post I read involved an IV catheter, maybe there's other possibilities as well. Since the government hasn't yet seen fit to supply free, blunt needle syringes to FP addicts, what are you using and how did you acquire it? You didn't have to look for a guy in a trench-coat lurking outside your favorite pen shop did you? Jerry

Charles Draper came up with a kit to take the guesswork and hunting for components out of cartridge refilling. His kits are reasonably priced and have been well received. They are available on his website, The Write Fill

[jhazelwood]

A friend of mine is a nurse and she gave me 3 syringes with 14 gauge needles, new of course! I took the needles out and clamped heat sinks too them and used a Dremel to make them blunt. It took about 10 seconds each since I made sure not to melt the plastic. Work's great but it can be messy.

[anniemac]

My syringes come courtesy of husband at hospital. Shhhh!

[Mugsy]

Hi, I was just wondering about the same thing, since I hate the mess of refilling via the conventional method. I haven't tried the syringe method yet, but it sounds very clever. You could get one of those plastic ones online for $1.50. I just found this on the web (NOT AFFILIATED) at www.johnnealbooks.com. Hope this helps.

 

Edited March 11, 2007 by Mugsy