Why Red and Blue, is there an advantage using either?

Not really. Sometimes when your etching measurements on a piece of material you signify your layout with the two different colors. In other words, your drilling holes on one piece at one size and you etch that in blue and the other piece your holes are larger and you use red. Just not to get mixed up . At least that’s what I do. Many uses for two colors. Sometimes for stainless. Sometimes for plain steel.

What is the solvent/thinner in the dye ? Thanks

The solvent/thinner in Dykem Layout Fluid Blue is typically a volatile organic compound (VOC) such as xylene or toluene.

Does this penetrate sanding scratches? Say if I sanded a surface to 220, then went to 400, would it show any remaining 220 marks?

Yes, it would show any marks not abraded by the current grit sandpaper/grinder

where is this item made?

Hello, This item is made in the US Thank You, Reid Supply

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Dykem Layout Fluid Blue, 8 oz. Can and Brush in Cap. Machinist Dye for Metal Layout Work, The Perfect Marking Fluid for Machinist, Metal and Metalworking (1 Each)

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Brand
Dykem
Colour
Blue
Compatible Material
Metal
Item Form
Liquid
Number of Items
1

🔵8 oz precision volume

⏱️dries in minutes

🛠️glare-free uniform coating

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Description

🔵 Mark your metal like a pro—precision meets speed in every stroke!

DURABLE THIN FILM - Resists cracking and chipping, maintaining a perfect layout surface throughout your project.
FLAWLESS VISIBILITY - Glare-free, uniform blue coating ensures scribe lines pop with razor-sharp clarity.
RAPID DRYING FORMULA - Dries in minutes to keep your workflow smooth and interruption-free.
MULTI SURFACE VERSATILITY - Ideal for metal, templates, jigs, and fixtures—plus reveals defects and gear tooth patterns.
PRECISION VOLUME MAXIMUM CONTROL - 8 oz can with built-in brush for effortless, mess-free application every time.

Dykem Layout Fluid Blue is a premium 8 oz machinist dye designed for metal layout work. It provides a glare-free, uniform blue coating that dries quickly without cracking, enhancing scribe line visibility and revealing surface defects. Equipped with a convenient brush cap, it’s perfect for professionals seeking precision and efficiency in metalworking and layout tasks.

Specifications

ASIN	B002SLGAIA
Best Sellers Rank	#113,475 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #157 in Mechanical Lubricants & Oils
Brand	Dykem
Brand Name	Dykem
Colour	Blue
Compatible Material	Metal
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 931 Reviews
Included Components	Brush
Item Form	Liquid
Item Weight	0.22 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Dykem
Manufacturer Part Number	DX-100-8
Number Of Items	1
Number of Items	1

Reviews

A**L

Received 5

Came in exactly as it should. And is what I needed. Good price and a great find.

23.03.2026

J**T

Very good

Covers well and stays on. Scribe lines show up great

1.10.2023

C**Y

Comme mentionné

Item parfait, emballage parfait, transport plus que rapide. Absolument rien de négatif sur cette transaction.

6.07.2023

A**R

works great

what guy would want a product called dycem..........lol

17.04.2026

A**.

This is a great product.

This dries fast, keeps parts from rusting almost as good as paint.

14.03.2026

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