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Refill inks Australia — bottled, cartridges & converters

Premium inks, eco refill options and specialist colours for fountain pens, calligraphy and drawing — shipped across Australia from Fitzroy, VIC.

Why refill inks?

Refilling is cost-effective and reduces waste compared to single-use disposable pens. We stock bottled inks, OEM cartridges, universal cartridges, and converters to suit most fountain pens sold in Australia.

  • Bottled inks — wide colour range, calligraphy blends
  • Cartridges — fast swap and clean for travel
  • Converters & syringes — refill any pen safely
  • Eco options — recycled packaging and concentrated inks
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Featured inks — curated for AU pens

Royal blue bottled ink

Royal Blue — 30ml bottled

Pigment-stable, medium dry. Great for daily writing and diaries.

Black cartridge pack

Black Cartridges — pack of 6

Universal short cartridges; convenient for commuting and workshops.

Ink swatch cards

Swatch Cards — 12 colours

Test colours before you commit — ideal for sketchbooks and artists.

How to refill — quick guide

  1. Prepare workspace: tissues, gloves and a small tray.
  2. If using converter: attach to nib section, draw ink slowly by twisting.
  3. For bottled refill: use syringe for cartridges or fill converter directly from bottle.
  4. Wipe nib gently, reassemble, and run a few strokes to stabilise flow.

Need a full step-by-step with photos? Check our Fountain Pen Care page for detailed cleaning and maintenance tutorials.

Refilling a pen with converter

FAQ

Most fountain pens accept bottled ink via converter or syringe. Check manufacturer guidance for vintage or specialty pens before refilling.

Regular cleaning with lukewarm water and occasional flushing prevents clogging; avoid pigmented or shimmering inks in delicate feeds unless specified.

Yes — standard Australia-wide shipping from Fitzroy with tracked options. Some fragile items may require specialist packaging.

Comparison — bottled vs cartridges

TypeBest forCapacityCost (AUD)
Bottled inkArtists, variety & calligraphy30–80ml$12–$45
OEM cartridgesTravel & convenience~1.5–2ml per cartridge$8–$16 (pack)
ConvertersRefillable users, eco~1.5–2ml$6–$18
ConcentratesMinimal packaging, refill-friendlyVariable$10–$28

Customer notes

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Hannah — Melbourne

"Fast shipping and clear swatches. My Lamy runs beautifully on the royal blue refill."

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Marcus — Brisbane

"Picked up converter and a bottle — great advice in-store about ink flow for my stub nib."

Where to buy & visit

Visit our Fitzroy store for hands-on testing and swatches. We advise booking a short appointment for ink testing during busy periods.

45 Smith Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia