Will Copic Multiliners smear under alcohol markers?

The listing says the ink is compatible with Copic Marker Ink, but it makes no smear or no-smear claim, so test on a scrap sheet before coloring over your lines.

Are Copic Multiliners refillable?

The listing does not say. It only says these share the same ink and nib as Copic's Multiliner SP pens.

Are Copic Multiliners waterproof?

Yes. Copic describes the pigment ink as waterproof and archival.

Can I photocopy or scan inked work?

Copic describes the ink as photocopy safe. The listing does not mention scanning.

What is the difference between Multiliner and Multiliner SP?

The listing says they share the same ink and nib. It does not describe how the SP differs.

Best for Copic users

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Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set

Nine black inking pens with pigment-based ink listed as waterproof, archival and photocopy safe, and compatible with Copic marker ink.

Best for: Copic marker users inking line art they want to keep

Pens: 9
Ink: Pigment, archival
Waterproof: Yes
Works with: Copic alcohol markers

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Buy it if

You ink line art and then color it with Copic markers
You scan or photocopy your inked pages
You want nine black inking pens in one set

Skip it if

You need to know the nib sizes before buying. The listing does not give them
You want labeled point sizes. The Sakura Pigma Micron (6-Pack) lists 005 to 08

What the Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set is

The Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set is nine black inking pens from Copic. The pens use a pigment-based ink that Copic describes as waterproof, archival and photocopy safe.

The listing says the ink is compatible with Copic marker ink, and that the pens share the same ink and nib as Copic's Multiliner SP pens.

Key features, explained

Based on the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

Compatible with Copic marker ink
The listing says the ink is compatible with Copic Marker Ink, which matters if you color your line art with Copic markers.
Waterproof and archival
Copic describes the ink as waterproof and archival. Archival ink is made for work you want to keep.
Photocopy safe
Copic describes the ink as photocopy safe, which matters if you copy or print your inked pages.
Pigment-based ink
The listing says the ink is pigment based.
Same ink and nib as the Multiliner SP
The listing says these share the ink and nib of Copic's Multiliner SP pens.

Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set specifications

Pens: 9, black
Ink: Pigment based
Waterproof: Yes
Archival: Yes
Photocopy safe: Yes
Works with: Copic marker ink
Nib sizes: Not listed
Set code: MLB2 (B-2)

Who the Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set suits

Copic marker users. The ink is listed as compatible with Copic marker ink, which is the main reason to pick these pens.
Line art you want to keep. Copic lists the ink as waterproof and archival.
Artists who copy their work. Copic describes the ink as photocopy safe.

Look elsewhere if: you do not use Copic markers and want labeled point sizes. The Sakura Pigma Micron (6-Pack) covers 005 to 08 sizes.

Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set vs similar picks

Spec	Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set	Sakura Pigma Micron (6-Pack)	Staedtler Pigment Liner (6-Pack)
Pens	9	6	6
Ink	Pigment, archival	Pigma pigment, archival	Pigment, archival
Waterproof	Yes	Yes	Yes
Works with	Copic marker ink	Not listed	Not listed
Choose it for	Inking under Copic markers	Six labeled points, 005 to 08	Metal-clad tips from 0.05 mm

Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set
Pens
9
Ink
Pigment, archival
Waterproof
Yes
Works with
Copic marker ink
Choose it for: Inking under Copic markers
Sakura Pigma Micron (6-Pack)
Pens
6
Ink
Pigma pigment, archival
Waterproof
Yes
Works with
Not listed
Choose it for: Six labeled points, 005 to 08
Staedtler Pigment Liner (6-Pack)
Pens
6
Ink
Pigment, archival
Waterproof
Yes
Works with
Not listed
Choose it for: Metal-clad tips from 0.05 mm

Before you buy

The listing does not give the individual nib sizes in this set, so check the pack image if you need specific widths.
The listing does not say whether these pens are refillable.
Let the ink dry before you color over it with markers.

Frequently asked questions about the Copic Multiliner 9-Pen Set

Will Copic Multiliners smear under alcohol markers?: The listing says the ink is compatible with Copic Marker Ink, but it makes no smear or no-smear claim, so test on a scrap sheet before coloring over your lines.
Are Copic Multiliners refillable?: The listing does not say. It only says these share the same ink and nib as Copic's Multiliner SP pens.
Are Copic Multiliners waterproof?: Yes. Copic describes the pigment ink as waterproof and archival.
Can I photocopy or scan inked work?: Copic describes the ink as photocopy safe. The listing does not mention scanning.
What is the difference between Multiliner and Multiliner SP?: The listing says they share the same ink and nib. It does not describe how the SP differs.