In this section, the FURFUR editors disassemble into its constituent elements and examine in detail not just things worthy of attention, but objects that have become cult in the full sense of the word. In the last issue of "Male Showdown" we took apart, and now it's time to find out what tattoo machines are made of. By clicking on the link from the image, you can open the assembly diagram in high resolution.
1. Tips 2. Derzhak 3. backstam 4. Needle 5. Coil soldering with two terminals 6. Contact group (contact post and contact screw) 7. Grommets 8. Striker 9. contact spring 10. Bandage elastic bands 11. Frame 12. rear spring 13. Puck made from a coin 14. Rear stand. The remaining parts of the structure - gaskets, washers and bolts - fix the listed elements on the frame in six blocks, as shown in the diagram.
As an example of a tattoo machine in this material, we took the machine of the Russian master Vlad Blad, whom we would like to thank for his help in preparing the article. The FURFUR editors also express their gratitude to the masters of the studio
There are several types of tattoo machines with different power and functions: induction for coloring, contouring, shadows and rotary. Each type of work requires its own equipment, so professionals use different models.
First you need to buy several tube holders: while you are working with one, the second will be sterilized. Instruments intended for skin contact should only be metal or disposable. It is necessary to purchase a power supply and a clip-cord, a metal pedal, needles for contouring and coloring, pigments, caps, disposable spouts and gloves, anesthesia, petroleum jelly. It is important to conveniently equip the workplace, buy a table, a chair with adjustable height, a couch for clients.
For beginners, in order to save money, it is better to purchase a rotary tattoo machine with a complete set. Train on fruit peel or lard, using vegetable paints and gradually switch to high-quality pigments, using special artificial leather as a canvas.
Components of an induction tattoo machine:
You should pay attention to the power of the machine, you can buy from 5 to 9 volts, but the higher this figure, the smoother the equipment will work. To use a more powerful device, you need a lot of experience, otherwise you can injure the skin.
Best suited for professional tattooing induction machines with a powerful power supply and smooth adjustment. They are needed for more complex tattoos, they work effectively on problem areas of the skin. For beginners, this is a difficult tool: the strong vibration of the needle will not allow the amateur to make a clear contour. I recommend purchasing all three induction machines over time.
Contour - the needle moves with a slight pressure, the paint under the skin does not spread and a clear line is obtained.
Painting - the needle, while in the epidermis, goes forward a little so that the paint has time to disperse. Less effort should be put into work.
The shadow machine is designed to draw shadows.
For beginners, I would recommend rotary tattoo machines, the setting of which usually does not cause problems, vibration and noise are absent, which allows you to make accurate contours of the picture and work at home. They have an adjustable hardness of impact, which reduces the likelihood of damage to the skin. A conventional motor from 1.5 to 6 watts is suitable for this type of machine. Over time, it will become clear which equipment is more convenient to work with.
For high-quality and safe work, you should carefully study the instructions:
To connect the clip cord, pay attention to the polarity. Mostly in cars there are polar condensates, so the cord is connected with a plus to the back bandage and a minus to the frame. In rotary machines, the voltage affects the speed of rotation, and the force remains constant, in induction machines, on the contrary. During operation, this should be taken into account, otherwise parts of the machine will break off, they will wear out quickly and the condensate will fail. The more the equipment is operated, the more often it is necessary to screw in the contact screw. For beginners, it is better to turn to an experienced craftsman, since it is not recommended to tighten the screw tightly. Beginners with rotary machines will be easier to handle.
The most popular colors are black, red, yellow and white, they need to be bought more than the rest. Each color is better to take two shades: dark and light, to make a smooth transition or mix colors. I do not recommend mixing fluorescent pigments. You should not take too cheap or expensive, it is better to consider options in the region of 8-15 dollars. Do not buy used paints, without labels and seals, they can be diluted or used. What should be the quality paint?
Distilled water, ethyl alcohol, glycerin are used as diluents, but I prefer sorbitol most of all. Pay attention to the composition of the paint, the presence of methylated spirits, aldehydes or surfactants is dangerous for the health of your customers! Red paint may contain red mercury, cadmium, or ocher, which can cause allergic reactions.
Some of the best colors
To the question "Where to buy tattoo ink?" they usually answer the same way - in specialized online stores. Many masters with good client flows order in bulk from Europe, which is not particularly expensive than in Moscow or any other city, although it still takes much longer to wait for delivery.
Classification and characteristics:
For beginners, it is better to choose RS, RL and Magnum, the rest of the needles are for professionals.
Needles for tattoo machines with conical sharpening and “under the bullet” are chosen by experienced craftsmen, it is better for beginners to use rounded ones. Thin needles are for contouring, thick needles are for shading. There are normal and textured:
It is convenient for them to work with dense paints, especially in problem areas - on the back of the head, lower back, since more paint collects at the ends of the needles. The only negative is that it is impossible to knock out shadows. In the process of work, more blood is released, but it does not affect the healing time of wounds. For beginners, it is better not to use them, as you can plow the skin.
In the process of stuffing the pattern, you can insert the needle too deeply and damage the epidermis, after which inflammatory processes and infections occur. For training, there is silicone skin for tattoo practice, which resembles a real one. There are several variations: leather with and without a pattern, 3D leather that can be worn on the arm.
I would recommend training on the skin of a young pig (only from the belly). It can be purchased for a penny at meat markets. Do not pay attention to minor flaws, as this cannot be avoided on artificial leather. The more you train and delve into the nuances, analyze the mistakes, the faster you will learn. Remember to use petroleum jelly and soapy water, otherwise the excess paint will smear all over the skin and the work done will not be visible.
The set of tattoo machines for beginner tattooists includes:
Professional tattoo kits are more expensive, starting from 16000 rubles. The kit includes an improved illuminated power supply, vitamin repair cream, dual-tipped markers, a wide range of different needles, transfer gel and more.
For beginners, it is better to buy a set with a rotary machine. Over time, induction equipment can be purchased. Consumables are best selected individually, to your liking. You should buy only in certified stores.
Tattoo equipment must be approached consciously and scrupulously, because this is not only the key to success, but also the health of your customers. Skill is gained over the years, but with bad tools you can cripple not only the client, but also yourself.
Industry. Aluminum brand 7075-T6, created for the production of aircraft and rockets, has recently come in handy in underwear painting salons. On the basis of a super-light alloy, they created the Al 13 FKI machine. The last three letters of the name are the brand name.
The device weighs only 128 grams. For 2015, this is the lightest model in the world. However, they distinguish tattoo machines not only by weight. The main classification is according to the type of engine operation. Allocate rotary, induction and pneumatic models. Let's start with none.
"Rotor" is a Latin word. Translation - "vortex", or "rotation". The latter underlies the operation of rotary machines. Rotation sets a pair of motor-eccentric. The received energy is converted into rotational-translational motion of the needle.
You can adjust the impact force and the speed of punctures. This is convenient for beginners. They usually strive buy a tattoo machine the rotary type.
Rotary models are good for drawing thin, clear lines. There is no vibration. Therefore, tattoo parlors cannot do without rotary machines. But, there is a downside. The technique does not show high speeds. Hit slowly.
One and the same area of the skin has to be walked several times. Hence the pain when applying paint. Tattoo artists, for example, are offered to anesthetize the work area.
Induction tattoo machine It works on the principle of the relationship between current and magnetic flux. The mechanism has two magnets. They are under tension. A magnetic field is created. It attracts the striker of the machine. But, there is a powerful spring that breaks the connection between the needle and the magnets.
Moving up and down, the striker drives the paint into the skin. The movements of the needle are uniform, the force of impacts is adjusted, there are modes and their frequencies. Pain is minimized. Minus - strong vibration. Because of it, the procedure time may be extended and the quality of the tattoo will decrease.
induction tattoo machines, video they demonstrate three types of models. Some are designed to create contours, others - to fill them. There are also universal devices, however, as well as hybrids of rotary and induction machines. Universal models save money, but work at an average level, like everything that does not have a clear specialization.
Pneumatics - undressed physics, the doctrine of air, which arose in ancient Greece. The category machines work by supplying air, which is why they are called pneumatic. The first model was invented by Carson Hill. This is a tattoo artist and California. His equipment conquers with ease and noiselessness of the course.
A trial copy was released in 2000. In Russia, pneumatic machines are still rare. Just order online. True, the prices bite. In addition, you will need a low-noise compressor for 8 atmospheres, no less.
Buying innovative equipment is not for everyone. To keep costs to a minimum, machines are made at home. You can't create pneumatics here. Induction samples are collected only by those who know how to solder and on "you" with metal. You will need to make a case from it. The simplest answer to the question how to make a tattoo machine rotary type. Secrets of skill, further.
Tattoo machine at home made from: an electric motor, a string, a handle and a rod, a wine cork, a small plate of metal. The motor will fit from a toy, and the string from a guitar. You will also need electrical tape, scissors and a knife.
First take apart the handle. It is necessary to rinse its rod and free it from the ball. After that, the pen is collected and driven along the sandpaper. So grind the ball until it is completely erased. A hole will remain on the rod, suitable for freely placing a guitar string in it. But, before inserting it, we disassemble the handle again. We cut off the upper part from both its body and the rod. This is waste.
You can throw out most of the cork. All you need is a small circle. It needs to be cut out. After that, it remains to prepare the motor. Remove the motor from the toy carefully. Often the connection wires between the motor of the toy and its control panel deteriorate. For creating DIY tattoo machines you will need everything except the body.
The preparation stage has been completed. Let's start assembling. Insert the rod into the handle. We fasten the motor with electrical tape to a curved metal plate and place it on the handle. We put a cork circle on the motor shaft. A string is also attached to the motor. But, first, it is threaded into the pen. Then, the free end of the wire is bent and stuck into the plug on the shaft.
The string should protrude from the rod by one and a half to two millimeters. Surplus is removed. The remaining wire is sharpened to the state of a needle. It remains to wrap the motor with the final layer of electrical tape. The equipment is ready to go. I wonder how the world's first machine was assembled? We offer a brief excursion into history.
The first homemade tattoo machine- the handiwork of ORailly. This American made the apparatus on the basis of an already existing novelty of technology - an electric pen. It was used in the field of copying documents. There was only one needle in the machine.
The engine pushed her. With a reciprocating motion, the needle pierced the paper. There was a pattern, text. This is how we got the stencil. They poured paint on it and rolled it with a roller. There was an imprint on the bottom sheet - a copy of the document.
ORailly had only to take a photocopying machine, attach an ink tank to it and supply not a single needle, but a bunch of them. In 1891, an American received a patent for his invention. The master worked with his hands. In the modern world, you can create a tattoo machine without it. It is interesting that again a photocopying technique will be required. The secret of the method, next.
The breakthrough of the 21st century in the production of cars was made even by FKI designers, who reduced the weight of the device to 120 grams. Mark Sheeran was a true innovator. This is a tattoo artist from Austria. In 2015, he made the world's first typewriter without touching it. The designer only drove the design of the device into a 3D printer.
As a result, the first "xeroxed" model was born. It is induction, has already been tested - it works flawlessly. The device was printed in 3 hours. The only thing that could not be created on the printer was fasteners and spools. They were bought and put to work.
But, in the coming years, they promise to print all the details of the machines. The main thing is that there is a demand. These are the proposals of contemporaries. However, the developments of the past decades do not lose their relevance. What to use? The choice is yours.
BASKET IS EMPTY
If you have at least once thought about getting a tattoo, you have probably been interested in the tools with which the drawing will appear on your skin. Chief among them is the tattoo machine. Understanding the variety of shapes and types of tattoo machines on the market of the tattoo industry and in our store is quite simple.
How it all started
The inventor of the tattoo machine is the tattoo artist Samuel O'Reilly. Unexpectedly, Thomas Edison became an "accomplice" in the invention of the tattoo machine - based on his "electric pen" created for automatically copying documents, O'Reilly created the first induction tattoo machine. this is in 1891.
The appearance of rotary tattoo machines is associated with progress in the production of DC electric motors - it is a miniature, high-speed motor that is the basis of the “rotor”. Since the development of compact electric drives continues at a rapid pace, progress in rotary machines can be called the most dynamic among all types of tattoo equipment .
To our time, the design of tattoo machines has not undergone significant changes - the details have been improved, the design and approaches to production have changed, the dimensions have decreased, but the principle of operation has remained the original.
The general line of development of tattoo machines comes down to the following principles:
increasing the security of the master and the client;
reduction of weight, noise and vibration;
reduction of pain sensations.
This led to a further division of machines into subspecies. The arrival of tattoo art in cosmetology - the emergence of permanent makeup - also influenced the development of machines and their accessories. However, this does not mean that it has become more difficult to understand the abundance of tattoo industry products.
Classical induction
The rotary machine has a number of significant advantages that have made it very popular.
The rotary machine has a higher efficiency - this is directly related to the device and the principle of operation of the electric motor.
There is no shock in the working cycle of the rotary machine, which makes its operation more delicate - quiet and smooth. Often, the rigidity of the “rotor” is forcibly increased, giving it “induction” with an additional spring or special technical solutions in the design. The rotary machine is much quieter and vibrates much less, which only adds to the comfort of work. The speed of the rotary machine can be regulated in a wide range by the voltage applied to it.
This raises a simple question - is the rotor a universal solution, will it replace induction entirely? Rotary machines experienced more than one wave of popularity - but they could not force out the "induction". There are objective reasons for this.
Rotary machines are inferior to a good induction counterpart as circuits, which is explained by the difference in the principles of their operation. The rotary machine is not structurally capable of providing a sharp, quick insertion and removal of the needle - while the induction liner is designed for just that.
In some modes, rotary machines can load the skin significantly more due to the slow withdrawal of the needles when the machine is quickly passed over the skin. This causes a hook on the epidermis, provoking increased trauma.
Rotary machines are inferior to good induction in the amount of pigment applied in one cycle, because due to the lack of impact in the down position and the sharp slowdown of the needles, characteristic of "induction". The “rotor” needle moves smoothly, which reduces the effect of inertia on the pigment when the needle is withdrawn. If the task is to qualitatively and quickly paint over a large area of the picture, an induction shader will be preferable.
Due to the relatively low power, rotary machines are often very inconvenient when working in problem areas, that is, where there are abundant fat deposits or cellulite areas.
The question arises - if rotary machines have so many shortcomings, why are there so many of them? Why are they still present in the arsenal of many tattoo artists? It's simple - rotors have no equal when applying multi-color patterns, and the popularity of such tattoos is only growing. Yes, and tattooing is unthinkable without a rotary machine.
Modular (Cheyenne and analogues)
Strictly speaking, this is a modification of a rotary tattoo machine - but this modification turned out to be so revolutionary that many immediately started talking about the onset of a new generation in the production of tattoo machines. Modular tattoo machines could make the work of a tattoo artist easier, and the tattooing process faster and safer.
A distinctive feature of this type of machine is the design of the holder. It is designed for the use of needle modules - a disposable design that combines a needle and a tip. Due to the design of the needle of the module, such a holder does not require constant thorough cleaning and sterilization - it is enough just to keep it clean. The modular needle is disposable and is disposed of after use.
The modular needle for such machines looks like a tip for a tattoo machine. The difference is that a needle is already mounted inside the tip. At the back, the tip is covered with a membrane that prevents the outflow of pigment and other liquids into the holder. Simple, convenient, practical, clean. The needle in such a machine does not have a direct rigid mechanical connection with the rotor eccentric. The dimensions of the needle and cartridge body are carefully matched to each other. As a result, the needle, regardless of size, moves in a strictly straight line, which ensures the accuracy and clarity of the pattern.
The master only needs to connect the clip-cord, select the module with the needle necessary for work - and you can start working. These tattoo machines allow you to work very productively - if you need to change the needle in the process, just remove the module, replace it with another one and continue to tattoo. This type of machine was to the taste of the masters of permanent make-up and tattooing.
Ancestor of this type of cars was the company Cheyenne - and this name has become a household name. Copies soon followed the original. In addition, a separate class of holders appeared - modular holders. They allow you to use disposable needle modules with any machine - both rotary and induction.
It often happens that similar good undertakings ended in nothing due to the lack of mass production of consumables. Love bought vacuum cleaners with unified dust bags in bulk - but there were no bags themselves. Manufacturers of modular needles did not disappoint, and these days it is easy to purchase needle cartridges of all types and sizes - both original Cheyenne and high-quality analogues.
Which tattoo machine to choose?
The answer is simple. Each tool is good for its task, and trying to get by with universal solutions will only lead to mediocre results. A tattoo artist needs to have both types of induction and rotary machines in his arsenal of tools. It is necessary to learn to understand which typewriter is better to use for what kind of work - and this understanding can only be given by your personal experience, which over time has turned into what is called the author's handwriting.
The first model for tattoos was created in 1891.
The machine was assembled by a master from New York. The craftsman's name was Samuel O Riley. He received a patent for a device assembled in the likeness of a device for copying documents.
It was invented in 1876 by Thomas Edison. In his device pierced "".
Types of tattoo machines
Tattoo cars divided according to several principles. The first is constructive, that is, the models are divided according to the type of assembly and action. So, rotary samples work on a conventional motor.
It converts rotational motion into translational. Machines have a lot of power. At the same time, there is no strong noise during operation and vibration.
Convenient operation from a conventional power supply. But, the minus of rotary devices is that for high-quality painting, you have to pass over the same area of skin several times.
In this regard, class models are used mainly for permanent makeup, and small tattoos.
Mouth tattoo machines have competitors - induction devices. They don't run on a motor.
The driving force in the devices is electromagnetic coils. They take turns attracting and repelling the steel striker. It has a needle for drawing a pattern.
Induction tattoo machine requires the use of power supplies. For high-quality work, their power is required at least 2 Amperes.
Pedal and clip cord (silicone wire) are also required. This is how all models of the class, divided into 3 subgroups, work. Samples vary in purpose.
So, contour machines apply the outlines of wearable paintings. Such devices are the lightest of all induction devices. The outline must be clear.
This requires quick and sharp movements of the needle. It is placed into the skin at a speed of at least 110 beats per second.
With this indicator, the paint does not have time to blur in the cells, being fixed in small, saturated droplets.
The second type of induction machines is painting. They color large areas of the skin inside the contour of the tattoo.
Before buy a tattoo machine of the second type, it's good to know that the optimal speed for their operation is only 70 beats per minute.
It is necessary that the pigment spreads in the cover. This will require a minimum of blows to create a picture, and the skin will receive minimal damage.
The blow of the striker of the shading machine is called "sticky". The needle does not come out sharply.
The third type of induction devices is shadow. In underwear patterns, there are often areas that are painted over only slightly, as if casting a shadow from the main image.
For such, models of the 3rd type are used. Such DIY tattoo machine often done with errors.
It is necessary to design an apparatus that drives the needle to a minimum depth, but not just scratching the skin.
Injuries should be reduced to almost nothing. The speeds of shadow devices are average - from 90 to 110 beats per minute. The stroke of the striker is soft, but without sticking, like in painting machines.
The structure of tattoo machines
In any apparatus for tattoos, there are 18 main parts. It is especially necessary to get acquainted with them for those who are interested in how to make a tattoo machine. The basis is a motor, or invector coils. In addition, the device has:
Back and front marks
Rear and front springs
Capacitor
Hammer
The wire
--pad
Contact screw
Needle seat
Bandage
Needle
Tube clamp and tube holder
Tip holder
Tattoo machine at home, usually assembled in 8 "steps". First, a cable is attached to the back panel.
Its opposite end is connected to the outlet. Looking for 2 connectors on the power supply. Cables are inserted into the connectors, the order is not important.
One wire is for the pedal, the second is for the machine. The latter is divided into 2 wires.
The second "step" homemade tattoo machine receives the device hammer stem and nipple connected. So get the place of attachment of the needle.
There is a hole under the hammer. It is for attaching the tube. A screw is inserted into the hole, but not tightly tightened. This is the 3rd step.
4th operation - fastening on the tube holder and its good tightening. Then, home tattoo machine requires placement in the sheath of the needle.
The 6th "step" is the passage of the tube through the appropriate holes. The needle is attached to the nipple and, this time, is tightened.
The mounting screw will help. The tube can be lowered. This regulates the area that closes at the needle.
7th "step" - connecting the power wire branched into 2 parts to the device. This is how almost all homemade ones are made. tattoo machine. Video their assemblies can be easily found in .
The first wire is attached to the contact stamp. It is located on the back of the device.
A little higher there is another stamp for the second wire. It remains to press the pedal. This is the 8th stage at which the machine should earn.
Caring for tattoo machines
It prevents rust formation. Lubrication is carried out at least once a month. All details are processed. Oil is included with purchased machines.
The instructions indicate that it is not so much the time period that is important as the period of work. Processing is necessary every 100 device operations.
