Aurora Ipsilon Issues

[NathanGrimaud]

I bought an Aurora Ipsilon roughly a week ago and i used it maybe two or three times with a bit of skipping but nothing to really be concerned about, then it progressed to the point where there was no flow at ALL and i could not write with the pen. I removed the ink, flushed the pen, and inked it again. Still had a little skipping and starting issues at first, but as i progressed writing the skipping almost disappeared and we were in business again! Until today i went to use it again and it started completely fine however it is now completely not writing at ALL again. I flushed the pen before it's first use to make sure I rid the pen of whatever gunk may have been in the feed/nib. I bought it from eBay, and am considering paying the return postage, returning it, and getting my money back.. has anyone had any similar issues? Does anyone have any ideas as to whether it could be my user error or do you think there is a problem with the pen? Could it potentially be that there is still gunk of some kind possibly blocking the feed?

Edited January 24, 2017 by NathG

[jar]

Before doing anything more switch to an Aurora cartridge and see if the problem goes away. Let us know if that solves the issue and we can move on to fixing the problem when using the converter.

[corgicoupe]

If jar's suggestion eliminates the problem, indicating you need to replace the converter, I found that a Parker converter works quite well in my Ipsilon.

[NathanGrimaud]

Before doing anything more switch to an Aurora cartridge and see if the problem goes away. Let us know if that solves the issue and we can move on to fixing the problem when using the converter.

Okay, i don't have any cartridges though

[NathanGrimaud]

If jar's suggestion eliminates the problem, indicating you need to replace the converter, I found that a Parker converter works quite well in my Ipsilon.

What could the problem with the converter be?

[jar]

Okay, i don't have any cartridges though

Then use a Parker cartridge but it is essential that you give that a try. Parker and Aurora (and older ST Dupont pens) all use the same standard when it comes to cartridges and converters.

 

The likely cause of your problem is surface tension creating an air bubble at the mouth of your converter. But it can also be a blocked air channel or a blocked ink channel or other more difficult issue.

 

Switching to a cartridge that has a different wall surface makeup will help eliminate all of the feed and mechanical issues.

Edited January 25, 2017 by jar

[woleizihan]

I think it's surface tension. I have the same issue with both my Style and Ipsilon. There's no ball/spring in the converter and I need to twist the piston a little forward once in a while.

[NathanGrimaud]

Then use a Parker cartridge but it is essential that you give that a try. Parker and Aurora (and older ST Dupont pens) all use the same standard when it comes to cartridges and converters.

 

The likely cause of your problem is surface tension creating an air bubble at the mouth of your converter. But it can also be a blocked air channel or a blocked ink channel or other more difficult issue.

 

Switching to a cartridge that has a different wall surface makeup will help eliminate all of the feed and mechanical issues.

Thank you so much for your knowledge, ill give it a try

[NathanGrimaud]

I think it's surface tension. I have the same issue with both my Style and Ipsilon. There's no ball/spring in the converter and I need to twist the piston a little forward once in a while.

Alright, thanks heaps

[Mrpink]

There could be a crack in the feed system somewhere. I don't suggest pulling it apart unless you know what you are doing but thats what I have had in the past. Pen writes then stops after some time. I pulled it apart and there was a crack in there. It can be so small and hard to see too.

[NathanGrimaud]

Before doing anything more switch to an Aurora cartridge and see if the problem goes away. Let us know if that solves the issue and we can move on to fixing the problem when using the converter.

I actually switched to a Lamy converter because i found that it fit, the problem is solved. How would i progress to fix the Aurora converter? Thanks a bunch for your help i am so relieved that it isn't a large issue

[jar]

I actually switched to a Lamy converter because i found that it fit, the problem is solved. How would i progress to fix the Aurora converter? Thanks a bunch for your help i am so relieved that it isn't a large issue

The Lamy converter will almost certainly leak. You need a Parker, Aurora or early ST Dupont converter.

[NathanGrimaud]

The Lamy converter will almost certainly leak. You need a Parker, Aurora or early ST Dupont converter

You're definitely not wrong, its leaking. I'll buy a Parker one and give that i try, ill update you when i get it and let you know how it goes.

[jar]

You're definitely not wrong, its leaking. I'll buy a Parker one and give that i try, ill update you when i get it and let you know how it goes.

Before buying a new converter try this.

 

First fully clean your pen inside and out and let the pieces parts dry.

 

Once all is ready fill a large glass of water and then add one drop of dish washer detergent. Don't stir; you don't want bubbles. BIG glass, lots of water, very little detergent.

 

Reassemble the pen using the original converter. Fill from the glass of water and then empty.

 

Fill with your ink of choice and see if the problem is resolved.

[NathanGrimaud]

If jar's suggestion eliminates the problem, indicating you need to replace the converter, I found that a Parker converter works quite well in my Ipsilon.

Parker converters, i have noticed, look very similar to the Aurora ones. Almost identical actually from the photos that I have seen. You are certain that the Parker one works fine in your Ipsilon? (I don't mean to question you I am purely being cautious)

[NathanGrimaud]

Before buying a new converter try this.

 

First fully clean your pen inside and out and let the pieces parts dry.

 

Once all is ready fill a large glass of water and then add one drop of dish washer detergent. Don't stir; you don't want bubbles. BIG glass, lots of water, very little detergent.

 

Reassemble the pen using the original converter. Fill from the glass of water and then empty.

 

Fill with your ink of choice and see if the problem is resolved.

I will try this thank you! I'll update you on if it works or not.

[corgicoupe]

Parker converters, i have noticed, look very similar to the Aurora ones. Almost identical actually from the photos that I have seen. You are certain that the Parker one works fine in your Ipsilon? (I don't mean to question you I am purely being cautious)

I bought the Ipsilon at the Atlanta pen show at the Aurora table. It was an excellent price because it was a salesman's sample and was missing the converter. I was told to find a Parker converter, which I did at another table. It has worked fine since then.

[jar]

Parker converters, i have noticed, look very similar to the Aurora ones. Almost identical actually from the photos that I have seen. You are certain that the Parker one works fine in your Ipsilon? (I don't mean to question you I am purely being cautious)

Parker, Aurora and the early ST Dupont converters are interchangeable.

 

The issue is with very early Aurora cartridge/converter pens when Aurora used a standard that is closer to the modern Platinum cartridge/converters.

Edited February 4, 2017 by jar

[NathanGrimaud]

I bought the Ipsilon at the Atlanta pen show at the Aurora table. It was an excellent price because it was a salesman's sample and was missing the converter. I was told to find a Parker converter, which I did at another table. It has worked fine since then.

Okay, i'm about to buy one to see if that fixes the problem!

[NathanGrimaud]

Parker, Aurora and the early ST Dupont converters are interchangeable.

 

The issue is with very early Aurora cartridge/converter pens when Aurora used a standard that is closer to the modern Platinum cartridge/converters.

I think that the problem is solved now, it hasn't had any issues with skipping or drying up since i bought the new converter. Thank you so much for your help!