What setting should a tattoo gun be on?

Set the speed of the tattoo machine for line work. Some machines display a readout of voltage. Six volts is appropriate for lining. Most tattoo artists adjust voltage by listening carefully to the sound of the gun--it should produce a steady buzz or a hum.

Does a tattoo gun run on AC or DC?

A tattoo gun power supplys job is to transfer electricity to your equipment. It reduces the voltage levels of 110V or 220V AC to 2 – 18 Volts of Direct Current (DC), which would be suitable to operate your machine. A tattoo DC power supply can be of two (2) types – rotary and coil.

Can you plug a tattoo machine into an extension cord?

Yes, make sure you plug the AC adapter directly into a main outlet or direct power source. Plugging it into an extension cord or power strip is not recommended due to the likelihood of an overload.

Why is my tattoo power supply not working?

This usually happens when the wiring in the cord loses connectivity due to wear and tear. For example, the Hildbrandt pre-Spartan had a detached wire that was supposed to be attached to the voltage switch, this likely happened from someone yanking on the cord or unit when it was still attached to the wall.

How do you know if youre tattooing too deep?

The tip of the needle should not be sticking out anymore than 2mm and no less than 1mm. Keep in mind that every persons skin type is different and there is no exact measure. If during your tattoo there are excessive amounts of blood, it is obviously going in too deep.

How far should my tattoo needle stick out?

The tip of the needle should not be sticking out anymore than 2mm and no less than 1mm. Keep in mind that every persons skin type is different and there is no exact measure. If during your tattoo there are excessive amounts of blood, it is obviously going in too deep.