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Tattoo Cartridge Manufacturing | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 10

Posted on: 20 May 2024

Insights into Tattoo Cartridge Manufacturing – How Cartridges Are Made Tattoo cartridge manufacturing isn’t simple. What looks like a small piece of plastic with a needle inside is actually the result of multiple supply chains, specialized processes, and strict quality control. Depending on the company, some steps happen in-house while others get outsourced to suppliers. […]

Birth Of REBEL Cartridges | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 9

Posted on: 20 Apr 2024

From Underground to Precision: The Birth of REBEL Tattoo Cartridges Where My Journey Began My name is Caesar The Hun. The Birth of REBEL Tattoo Cartridges is rooted in my story as a tattoo artist. I’ve been tattooing for more than 25 years, starting in the early ’90s in Hungary, when tattooing was still underground […]

Tattoo Cartridge | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 8

Posted on: 20 Feb 2024

Tattoo Needles vs. Tattoo Cartridges: What is the Difference? In earlier chapters, we explored how tattoo needles were soldered onto bars to form the basic categories and variations. These tools shaped tattooing for decades. By the late 2000s, however, a new innovation disrupted tattooing entirely: the tattoo cartridge. During tattooing, the artist dips the cartridge […]

Tattoo Needle Manufacturing | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 7

Posted on: 20 Jan 2024

Tattoo Needle Manufacturing Tattoo Needle Manufacturing: From Raw Wire to Needle Gauges Industrial tattoo needles are mass produced with high-precision machinery. Tattoo needle manufacturers purchase these 1.5 mm diameter wires on spools from the steel factory. They must draw the material multi-stage drawing process to create the fine gauges used in tattooing: Medical-grade stainless steel […]

Curved Magnum Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 6

Posted on: 20 Nov 2023

Curved Magnum Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained Curved Magnum Tattoo Needle Configurations represent the next step in the Tattoo Equipment Evolution series. From the earliest needle types to today’s precision-driven tools, tattoo needles have continually advanced in design and performance. In earlier installments, we explored how liners create crisp outlines, round shaders provide smooth shading, and […]

Magnum Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 5

Posted on: 20 Oct 2023

Magnum Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained Magnum tattoo needle configurations mark a major step in the evolution of tattoo equipment. Tattoo needles first appeared in simple hand-soldered bundles, then developed into different types and groupings that defined how artists worked. Liners brought crisp outlines, while round shaders allowed smooth gradients and soft fills. Building on this […]

Round Shader Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 4

Posted on: 20 Sep 2023

Guide to Round Shader Tattoo Needle Configurations Round shader tattoo needle configurations were among the first tattoo needle categories in history, appearing even before magnums. In fact, they have been present since the earliest days of tattooing. Just like how painters rely on round brushes for smooth shading and color blending, tattoo artists use round […]

Liner Tattoo Needle Configurations Explained | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 3

Posted on: 20 Aug 2023

Understanding Liner Tattoo Needle Configurations Liner tattoo needle configurations form a key foundation of precision tattooing. In Part 1 of the Tattoo Equipment Evolution Series, we explored how tattoo needles evolved — from hand-soldered bundles to modern cartridges. Then, in Part 2, we examined different needle types and how their groupings affect performance. Now, in […]

Taper vs. Bugpin: What is the Difference?

Posted on: 20 Jul 2023

Understanding Taper vs. Bugpin Tattoo Needles Taper vs Bugpin Tattoo Needles are often misunderstood in the tattoo industry. Although both are essential aspects of tattoo equipment, many artists confuse the two terms. It is crucial for professionals to know the difference. Therefore, in this article, we’ll walk through their features step by step to clear […]

Tattoo Needle Types Explained | Tattoo Equipment Evolution Pt. 2

Posted on: 20 Jun 2023

Understanding Tattoo Needle Types Tattoo needles are the foundation of every tattoo. Over time, they evolved from sharpened bone and stone tools to handcrafted steel and, eventually, today’s precision cartridges. While tattoo machines may have stolen the spotlight in Part 1, the truth is that it’s the needle that defines line quality, shading, and artistry. […]