Zero Mk2: The World’s Only Card-Sized Pen That Transforms
- Jun 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 24, 2025
All-new & upgraded—54 refined precision-engineered parts transform into a card-sized writing tool that fits perfectly in your pocket.
Tech & Design Spotlight: ZERO MK2 - Portability Meets Functionality
For those seeking a blend of innovation and everyday carry, the ZERO MK2 by Hancept, featured on Kickstarter, offers a unique and transforming solution. This pen, the size of a credit card, transforms from a flat, pocketable form into a functional hexagonal pen, making it a conversation starter and a practical tool.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: ZERO Mk2 - Hancept
What It Is: The ZERO Mk2 is a card-sized pen that transforms from a slim profile to a fully functional writing instrument. It's designed for those who value portability and convenience.
Key Features
Transforms from Card to Pen: 54 precision-engineered parts create a functional pen from a flat card.
Credit Card Size: At just 2mm thick, it fits in a standard wallet card slot.
Hexagonal Grip: Designed for comfortable writing.
Durable Materials: Made from 6000 Series aluminum alloy and 316L stainless steel.
Standard Refills: Uses readily available 0.7mm Staedtler D1 ink cartridges.
Magnetic Closure: Embedded N52 neodymium magnets aid in the transformation and keep the pen securely closed.
Optional Display Stand: A metal stand is available to showcase the pen in either its flat or rolled form.
Optional Engraving: Personalize the pen with a custom engraving.
Rewards
Backer Rewards:
Slim Package: Early Bird - $169
Deluxe Package: Early Bird - $249 (Receive a magnetic stand)
Slim Package x2: One for you and one for someone you like - $329
Slim Package x4: You get a Zero Mk2, you get a Zero Mk2..... - $649
The Idea
Concept: The ZERO MK2 solves the problem of bulky pens by creating a highly portable, card-sized pen that can be easily carried in a wallet or pocket. The innovation is in the transforming mechanism that allows it to be both compact and functional.
Inspiration: Hancept aimed to create a pen that is both a practical writing tool and a conversation piece, easily carried in a wallet.
The ZERO MK2 is a testament to innovative design, offering a practical and stylish solution for everyday writing needs.
