The PININFARINA SPACE has been studied as a writing instrument suitable for microgravity environments, such as the I.S.S.The Ethergraf, of which the tip is made, proved to be an excellent material for writing in these physical conditions.The astronauts, can therefore use it in a microgravity condition.
This writing instrument has also been donated to the crew of the International Space Station (ISS) during the last V.I.T.A. mission.
Designed By Pininfarina
100% Made In Italy
Writing Technique 500 Years Old Used By Leonardo Da Vinci During Period Of Renaissance
Writing Doesn't Use Ink , Doesn't Use Graphite , Doesn't Need Refills
Way Of Writing By Paper Oxidation (Reaction Between Metal Tip And Paper During Friction )
Write On Any Paper, Except Laminated Paper
Such Items As Been Used By Astronauts
Key Features
Body material : Diecast Magnesium with steel clips
Basement material: Circular basement in Aluminum
Tip: Ethergraf® metal alloy
Body dimensions : Lenght 157mm — diameter 10mm
Body weight : 15gr
Packaging : Carton box
Overall dimensions : Lenght 145mm — Width 140mm - Height 42mm
Overall weight : 265 gr.