---
product_id: 57037300
title: "Faber-Castell 0.5mm 2B Mechanical Pencil Refills (96 Leads, 4 Tubes of 24 Leads Each)"
brand: "faber-castell"
price: "R256"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Faber Castell"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/57037300-faber-castell-0-5mm-2b-mechanical-pencil-refills-96-leads
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 96 leads in bulk pack 2B intense black lines 0.5mm precision lead Faber-Castell 0.5mm 2B Mechanical Pencil Refills (96 Leads, 4 Tubes of 24 Leads Each)

**Brand:** faber-castell
**Price:** R256
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✏️ Write Bold, Break Less, Impress More!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Faber-Castell 0.5mm 2B Mechanical Pencil Refills (96 Leads, 4 Tubes of 24 Leads Each) by faber-castell
- **How much does it cost?** R256 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/57037300-faber-castell-0-5mm-2b-mechanical-pencil-refills-96-leads)

## Best For

- faber-castell enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted faber-castell brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Erases Cleanly:** Smooth erasable leads that leave no trace behind.
- • **Bulk Value Pack:** 4 tubes with 96 leads to keep you stocked and ready.
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Break-resistant leads that keep your flow uninterrupted.
- • **Bold & Smooth Writing:** Rich 2B black leads for sharp, expressive lines every time.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits all 0.5mm mechanical pencils for seamless use.

## Overview

Faber-Castell 0.5mm 2B Mechanical Pencil Refills deliver premium, break-resistant leads that produce intense black lines with smooth, erasable performance. Compatible with any 0.5mm mechanical pencil, this bulk pack of 96 leads ensures you stay stocked for all your writing and drawing needs without compromise.

## Description

Great value to buy in bulks. Good quality products. It is always your perfect choice.

Review: Excellent, best leads I've bought online ever. - Long story short. These are fantastic. Definitely glad I bought these. Long story long : ~ I had bought like 20 packages of lesser quality leads... "S&E teachers edition". Ridiculously fragile. These cheap leads broke the second I touched the paper with the lead more than 65% of the time. And when they did "work" right-ish, it wasn't long before I had to chamber a new lead that would break. So my hand hurt a lot, cramped from trying to not break the lead. And my drawing and writting was REALLY negatively affected by it. I even opened multiple packages and this was the same cheap quality throught with all the S&E leads I opened. I went through hundreds of leads in only a few short months. If I drew or wrote for a living, I'd have been out of leads within a month probly. And there was over 2000 leads in the package I got. I try not to harp on brands, but I really didn't enjoy using S&E teachers edition leads at all due to their extreme fragility. ~ When I got these Faber-Castel leads in the mail, even though I wasn't getting my hopes up, I immediately opened them up, loaded the new leads and recorded myself writing and doodling. That's the video I added and pictures. I pressed hard, so the reason it broke at all, was because I was trying to break it as many times as possible. I could only break it once within normal standards for how I personally write and draw, plus a little added pressure. This is a HUGE relief & difference for me, my wrist didn't hurt trying to hold my pencils so tight to avoid applying too much pressure. I was able to draw and write with ease without pressing too firmly, or having to press ridiculously lightly to protect the lead like I experienced with the S&E brand. ~ These may seem to be on the spendy side to some, but the fact that they don't break easily at all,( or cause your hand to cramp from gripping to tight tl protect the lead) saves A LOT of money and pain. And the frustration I'm now saving is worth every penny. ~ They write well and draw well. They don't smear like most mechanical pencil leads do when used to draw. I like this feature. Yet they are dark, yet soft enough to do well with shading. ~ If you are a heavy handed writer or drawer, these pencil leads will definitely withstand it to a higher degree than any other mechanical 0.5 sized lead I have used before, and not cause you to have to press even harder to get dadker lines. I've used about about 8-10 different brands. ~ I was worried they would get fragile from bouncing around in the mail, or the heat outside (92°) making them fragile while sitting on my porch after delivery. Nope! They were fantastic all around. Works best in my "papermate" -clear point- mechanical pencil. Did good in my NicPro, but I prefer the papermate. I have better grip and control. ~ I will be using these in my artwork for Christ. John 3:16 Jesus wants to be yours and for you to be His so He can care for you and give you rest and peace.
Review: Best quality lead - My son loves these. He has tried other brands but now only wants Faber-Castell. He said they don't break easily, have a nice glide, and show up well against the paper.

## Features

- Premium Quality: Faber Castell 0.5mm 2B lead refills provide intense black lines and break resistant performance.
- Erasable Ink: The ink is designed to erase cleanly from most surfaces.
- Compatible with 0.5mm Mechanical Pencils: These leads work with any 0.5mm mechanical pencil for versatile use.
- Package of 4 Tubes: Each tube contains 24 leads for a total of 96 leads.
- Durable and Smooth: The leads have a smooth 0.5mm diameter and are hard enough for most writing tasks.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078DTZ13R |
| Additional Features | Erasable |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,739 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #78 in Mechanical Pencil Refills |
| Body Shape | Round |
| Brand | Faber-Castell |
| Brand Name | Faber-Castell |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,065 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Medium |
| Grip Type | standard" or "NA |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hardness | B |
| Included Components | 4 tubes of 0.5mm 2B lead refills, with each tube containing 24 leads |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Color | Black |
| Item Diameter | 0.5 Millimeters |
| Item Dimensions | 3.1 x 0.8 x 0.22 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Line Size | 0.5mm |
| Manufacturer | Faber-Castell |
| Material | Lead |
| Material Type | Lead |
| Model Name | #120502 |
| Model Number | #120502 |
| Pattern | Redrive |
| Style | 2b |
| UPC | 747742780745 |
| Unit Count | 96 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Writing Instrument Form | Multifunction Writing Instruments |
| Writing Technique | pencil lead |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Faber-Castell
- **Color:** Black
- **Ink Color:** Black
- **Writing Instrument Form:** Multifunction Writing Instruments

## Images

![Faber-Castell 0.5mm 2B Mechanical Pencil Refills (96 Leads, 4 Tubes of 24 Leads Each) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811CHM98MVL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent, best leads I've bought online ever.
*by P***S on August 28, 2024*

Long story short. These are fantastic. Definitely glad I bought these. Long story long : ~ I had bought like 20 packages of lesser quality leads... "S&E teachers edition". Ridiculously fragile. These cheap leads broke the second I touched the paper with the lead more than 65% of the time. And when they did "work" right-ish, it wasn't long before I had to chamber a new lead that would break. So my hand hurt a lot, cramped from trying to not break the lead. And my drawing and writting was REALLY negatively affected by it. I even opened multiple packages and this was the same cheap quality throught with all the S&E leads I opened. I went through hundreds of leads in only a few short months. If I drew or wrote for a living, I'd have been out of leads within a month probly. And there was over 2000 leads in the package I got. I try not to harp on brands, but I really didn't enjoy using S&E teachers edition leads at all due to their extreme fragility. ~ When I got these Faber-Castel leads in the mail, even though I wasn't getting my hopes up, I immediately opened them up, loaded the new leads and recorded myself writing and doodling. That's the video I added and pictures. I pressed hard, so the reason it broke at all, was because I was trying to break it as many times as possible. I could only break it once within normal standards for how I personally write and draw, plus a little added pressure. This is a HUGE relief & difference for me, my wrist didn't hurt trying to hold my pencils so tight to avoid applying too much pressure. I was able to draw and write with ease without pressing too firmly, or having to press ridiculously lightly to protect the lead like I experienced with the S&E brand. ~ These may seem to be on the spendy side to some, but the fact that they don't break easily at all,( or cause your hand to cramp from gripping to tight tl protect the lead) saves A LOT of money and pain. And the frustration I'm now saving is worth every penny. ~ They write well and draw well. They don't smear like most mechanical pencil leads do when used to draw. I like this feature. Yet they are dark, yet soft enough to do well with shading. ~ If you are a heavy handed writer or drawer, these pencil leads will definitely withstand it to a higher degree than any other mechanical 0.5 sized lead I have used before, and not cause you to have to press even harder to get dadker lines. I've used about about 8-10 different brands. ~ I was worried they would get fragile from bouncing around in the mail, or the heat outside (92°) making them fragile while sitting on my porch after delivery. Nope! They were fantastic all around. Works best in my "papermate" -clear point- mechanical pencil. Did good in my NicPro, but I prefer the papermate. I have better grip and control. ~ I will be using these in my artwork for Christ. John 3:16 Jesus wants to be yours and for you to be His so He can care for you and give you rest and peace.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best quality lead
*by C***N on May 14, 2026*

My son loves these. He has tried other brands but now only wants Faber-Castell. He said they don't break easily, have a nice glide, and show up well against the paper.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing quality and amazing value
*by M***D on November 28, 2025*

Fantastic lead. I've tried many other leads like Pentel's Ain Stein, uniball lead, and other generic lead. The quality of this lead is on par if not maybe a little under Pentel's Ain Stein lead, however these Faber-Castell are more than half the cost. Honestly one of the best performing leads on the market and for the price the value of these are just unmatched.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-04*