Cracked My Noodlers Bottle Cap. What Can I Do?

[fmfisdead]

Such a short fall but there is a crack along the side of the cap and ink leaks out. I don't want the ink to dry out on me. Can I fix it or should I buy an empty bottle or another ink well?

 

Edit: can I do anything in the meantime to minimize evaporation?

Edited April 20, 2014 by fmfisdead

[KBeezie]

Best option if you're concerned is another inkwell/empty-bottle.

 

Otherwise I'd say maybe an epoxy resin on the outside and make sure it dries before putting it back onto the lid.

 

Depending on how much ink you have left, you could even transfer them into sample vials... 6ml at a time lol. (that's what I did with a leaky bottle of Caran d'Ache Electric Orange)

Edited April 20, 2014 by KBeezie

[fmfisdead]

Best option if you're concerned is another inkwell/empty-bottle.

 

Otherwise I'd say maybe an epoxy resin on the outside and make sure it dries before putting it back onto the lid.

 

Depending on how much ink you have left, you could even transfer them into sample vials... 6ml at a time lol. (that's what I did with a leaky bottle of Caran d'Ache Electric Orange)

I considered the vial plan but I have so much left it's ridiculous! So there is almost no way. I don't mind getting another bottle but I guess it feels like this one is now wasted so that kind of bums me out. I'd love to be able to find another use for it but I sort of can't imagine what that might be.

[fmfisdead]

So far what I've done is double duct taped around the sides and top of the cap. I did a little shake test and it actually seemed to do okay. Not sure how long that would actually hold up. Then I took a plastic bag and wrapped it around it and squeezed as much air out as I could. I think for now that should do the trick until I can order something in. I feel slightly proud of my ingenuity here....

[KBeezie]

So far what I've done is double duct taped around the sides and top of the cap. I did a little shake test and it actually seemed to do okay. Not sure how long that would actually hold up. Then I took a plastic bag and wrapped it around it and squeezed as much air out as I could. I think for now that should do the trick until I can order something in. I feel slightly proud of my ingenuity here....

 

 

Since your'e in the US, It's 95 cents to get another Noodler's 90ml bottle. Then something like maybe $3 for the first class shipping.

 

http://www.gouletpens.com/Empty_Noodler_s_3oz_Bottle_p/emptybottlenood3oz-d.htm

 

Can just take the lid from that (unless there's an exact size lid known, since I measure mine to be about 1.5" wide, just under 0.5" tall, 3.4cm wide, 1.1cm tall).

Edited April 20, 2014 by KBeezie

[irrigger]

Cling wrap around the mouth of the bottle will help seal it temporarily as well.

[KBeezie]

Cling wrap around the mouth of the bottle will help seal it temporarily as well.

 

+1 since not like you're moving it around until you get something to replace the lid or move the ink, lot less hassle than taping it up.

[fmfisdead]

 

+1 since not like you're moving it around until you get something to replace the lid or move the ink, lot less hassle than taping it up.

Well... That seems like a no brainer tip right there that I did not think of. I will totally remember that if it ever happens again. I'm normally super careful with this sort of thing. It actually landed on a padded surface but I'm just assuming the bottle is pretty sturdy compared to the cap so that contributed to it breaking.

 

I'll order another bottle. I had wanted to make an order soon anyways but I'll just move that up for now.

 

Maybe I can repurpose the empty bottle to hold like Q tips or some other supply that doesn't need to be air tight.

[mbradley]

If there is a "Container Store" nearby you can find Nalgene bottles of various sizes that may work for you. I use them instead of drawing ink directly from the Glass Bottle when I refill my pens. I believe it helps to keep bottled ink uncontaminated. Just a thought.

 

Michael

[KBeezie]

If there is a "Container Store" nearby you can find Nalgene bottles of various sizes that may work for you. I use them instead of drawing ink directly from the Glass Bottle when I refill my pens. I believe it helps to keep bottled ink uncontaminated. Just a thought.

 

Michael

 

This is why I like sample vials, I may keep the bulk of the ink in the bottle, but I'll usually have a vial filled for filling pens or spare to have with me outside of the house. Plus a sample vial in a little plastic baggy is probably a little safer to throw in a jacket, briefcase, backpack or camera bag than glass containers. (but they're not the steadiest containers when filling compared to glass which has more weight to it.)

[mbradley]

 

This is why I like sample vials, I may keep the bulk of the ink in the bottle, but I'll usually have a vial filled for filling pens or spare to have with me outside of the house. Plus a sample vial in a little plastic baggy is probably a little safer to throw in a jacket, briefcase, backpack or camera bag than glass containers. (but they're not the steadiest containers when filling compared to glass which has more weight to it.)

I believe the Nalgene bottles that I purchased hold about one fluid ounce, they were designed to comply with Air Transportation Safety Regulations. The bottles are fairly steady and work well for me. They are comparatively inexpensive as well.

 

Michael

[fmfisdead]

I believe the Nalgene bottles that I purchased hold about one fluid ounce, they were designed to comply with Air Transportation Safety Regulations. The bottles are fairly steady and work well for me. They are comparatively inexpensive as well.

 

Michael

I've actually heard a lot about these bottles. I think getting another bottle and cap works for me. As for on the go backup ink... That might be a very good option.

[Drone]

I've had a couple of bum caps over the years. Just put a small plastic bag over the top and seal it with a rubber band. The rubber band makes the seal air and ink tight. To remove the plastic just pull on it, the rubber band pops free.

Edited April 20, 2014 by Drone

[Paddler]

There was a post on this subject a while ago. Someone said that the lid is a standard size and easily replaced. I don't remember the particulars. A search should turn it up.

[Ike Levens]

Buy some chips and salsa, invite some friends over, watch a baseball game (or whatever other sport) and eat the chips and salsa. Then, just wash out the salsa jar and put the ink in it. Total cost is like $6, and you and your friends have fun.

[dneal]

Buy a bottle of Caran d'Ache Chromatics, dump the ink and put your Noodlers in there. Guaranteed you won't break the CdA cap.