Forever Wave Transition Ethergraf® – 3D Nylon design stylus with maple wood base

Pininfarina Wave Transition Ethergraf®

Essential, sculptural, contemporary.
Pininfarina Wave Transition Ethergraf® transforms writing into a design gesture, combining formal research, technology, and Italian manufacturing.

The 3D-printed PA12 Nylon body features a perforated, three-dimensional structure that is light in appearance but solid in use. The fluid silhouette of the Transition series meets the maple wood base, creating an elegant contrast between technical innovation and natural materiality.

The special Ethergraf® tip writes without ink or refills, leaving a subtle, permanent stroke on paper through a slight oxidation of the surface.

Available in Black and Grey finishes.

Key features

• Pininfarina Design
  A fluid and three-dimensional silhouette inspired by movement.

• Ethergraf® Technology
  Writes without ink, graphite, or refills.

• 3D-printed PA12 Nylon
  Lightweight, durable, and suitable for complex geometries.

• Parametric perforated structure
  The open pattern creates a refined interplay of solids, voids, light, and shadow.

• Maple wood base
  Enhances the stylus as a true desk accessory.

• Two finishes available
  Black and Grey.

• Made in Italy
  An expression of Italian design and manufacturing culture.

Description

Wave Transition Ethergraf® is born from the meeting of parametric design, additive manufacturing, and material research.

3D printing allows for the creation of a complex and perfectly balanced structure, characterized by a perforated surface that visually lightens the stylus and accentuates its contemporary character.

The Ethergraf® tip represents the technological heart of the product. It uses neither ink nor graphite: the contact of the metal alloy with the paper generates a slight oxidation that produces a fine, discreet, and permanent mark.

It is particularly suitable for sketches, drafts, short notes, and creative ideas, offering a different experience compared to a traditional ink pen.

The maple wood base completes the project and transforms Wave Transition into a design element intended to be used, kept, and displayed on the desk.

Why buy it?

• It is a writing instrument and a design object
• Writes without ink and without refills
• Combines 3D printing and natural wood
• Has an instantly recognizable shape
• Is ideal as a premium gift
• Is Made in Italy

Technical specifications

• Body: 3D-printed PA12 Nylon
• Tip: Ethergraf® metal alloy
• Writing: without ink or refills
• Base: maple wood
• Colors: Black, Grey
• Production: Made in Italy

Technical note
For the best results, it is recommended to use it on common untreated paper. Coated, plasticized, or paper containing specific additives may reduce the visibility of the stroke.

Package contents

• 1 Pininfarina Wave Transition Ethergraf®
• 1 maple wood base
• Premium Pininfarina packaging

Frequently asked questions

How does Pininfarina Wave Transition Ethergraf® work?
It uses a special Ethergraf® metal alloy tip that, upon contact with paper, generates a slight oxidation and leaves a subtle, permanent mark without using ink.

Does Wave Transition Ethergraf® use ink or refills?
No. The Ethergraf® version writes without ink, cartridges, or refills.

What kind of stroke does Ethergraf® produce?
It produces a fine and discreet stroke, visually similar to that of a light pencil.

What is Wave Transition Ethergraf® recommended for?
It is particularly suitable for sketches, drafts, short notes, and creative activities. It is not intended as a replacement for an ink pen for intensive writing.

On what paper does Ethergraf® work best?
It works best on common untreated paper. Highly coated, plasticized, or additive-rich paper may reduce the visibility of the mark.

Does the Ethergraf® tip need to be replaced?
No. It does not run out like an ink pen and does not require periodic refills.

What is the difference between Wave Transition Ethergraf® and Wave Transition INK?
The Ethergraf® version writes without ink using a metal alloy tip. The INK version uses a traditional ballpoint tip with ink, which is more suitable for daily writing.

Is the wooden base included?
Yes. Wave Transition Ethergraf® comes with a maple wood base.

What colors is it available in?
Pininfarina Wave Transition Ethergraf® is available in Black and Grey finishes.

Is it a Made in Italy product?
Yes. Wave Transition Ethergraf® is a Made in Italy product.

Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. The Pininfarina design, Ethergraf® technology, wooden base, and premium packaging make it particularly suitable as a gift for professionals, creatives, and design enthusiasts.