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product_id: 644872669
title: "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)"
brand: "dykem"
price: "£54.89"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Dykem"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/644872669-layout-fluid-blue-8-oz-can-and-brush-in-cap
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# 8 oz precision coating dries in minutes glare-free, sharp scribe visibility 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)

**Brand:** dykem
**Price:** £54.89
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔵 Mark with confidence, work with precision – the pro’s choice in machinist dye!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 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) by dykem
- **How much does it cost?** £54.89 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/644872669-layout-fluid-blue-8-oz-can-and-brush-in-cap)

## Best For

- dykem enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Durable Thin Film:** Applies a crack- and chip-resistant layer for reliable layout work
- • **Flawless Visibility:** Glare-free finish ensures every scribe is crisp and unmistakable
- • **Rapid Dry Technology:** Dries quickly to keep your workflow seamless and efficient
- • **Multi-Surface Utility:** Reveals defects and gear tooth patterns beyond just metal
- • **Precision Blue Coating:** 8 oz of vibrant, uniform blue fluid for flawless metal marking

## Overview

Dykem Layout Fluid Blue is an 8 oz machinist marking dye designed for metal layout work. It provides a glare-free, uniform blue coating that dries quickly to reveal sharp, clear scribes. Ideal for metal and other surfaces, it helps detect defects and gear tooth contact patterns with a durable, thin film that resists cracking and chipping.

## Description

Layout fluids are ideal for laying out dies, templates, jig and fixture parts and any other metal parts where layout is required. Other colors available as special order and must be purchased in cases. Please call for price and delivery.

Review: Tried and true! - I use Dykem constantly in my home shop for laying out knife patterns on steel. Tried and true product, that is for sure!
Review: Very good - Covers well and stays on. Scribe lines show up great

## Features

- Used to coat metal to provide a glare-free; uniform color so scribes appear clear and sharp
- Can also be used on other surfaces to reveal defects or pinholes; or view gear tooth contact pattern
- Provides a thin film without cracking or chipping and dries in minutes for convenience
- Bottle containing 8 oz of fluid

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002SLGAIA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #36,147 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #20 in Construction Marking Tools |
| Brand | Dykem |
| Brand Name | Dykem |
| Color | Blue |
| Colour | Blue |
| Compatible Material | Metal |
| Compatible material | Metal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 964 Reviews |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Weight | 0.22 Kilograms |
| Item form | Liquid |
| Item weight | 0.22 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Dykem |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DX-100-8 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 8.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Unit count | 8.0 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dykem
- **Colour:** Blue
- **Compatible material:** Metal
- **Item form:** Liquid
- **Item weight:** 0.22 Kilograms

## Images

![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) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bdV4h5C5L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why Red and Blue, is there an advantage using either?**
A: 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.

**Q: What is the solvent/thinner in the dye ? Thanks**
A: The solvent/thinner in Dykem Layout Fluid Blue is typically a volatile organic compound (VOC) such as xylene or toluene.

**Q: Does this penetrate sanding scratches? Say if I sanded a surface to 220, then went to 400, would it show any remaining 220 marks?**
A: Yes, it would show any marks not abraded by the current grit sandpaper/grinder

**Q: where is this item made?**
A: Hello,

This item is made in the US

Thank You,
Reid Supply

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tried and true!
*by D***G on 22 September 2026*

I use Dykem constantly in my home shop for laying out knife patterns on steel. Tried and true product, that is for sure!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good
*by J***T on 1 October 2023*

Covers well and stays on. Scribe lines show up great

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comme mentionné
*by C***Y on 6 July 2023*

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

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*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-10-02*