The old school trick of the trade was the dime gap liner
nickel gap shader. Take the armature bar assembly and
press down on the armature bar’s nipple (the spot where
the needle bar’s loop attaches to the grommet and then
to the armature bar) and press down on it until the bottom
of the armature bar hits the top of the front coil (the
one closest to the frame’s tube vise). You will notice a
gap in between the contact screw’s point and the front
spring. This is the gap that you would essentially stick
the coin (either a nickel or a dime) into. This is not really
a solid way to measure and or adjust the speed of your
machine, but it has been the time honored tradition for
some time. Some artists will tell you to use the same
technique, but stick the coin under the armature bar (in
between the front coil and the a-bar) and use that as the
measurement. Whether you are measuring point gap or
air gap with your coins, you can see the general jumping
off point, and like everything else: the proof is in the skin.
Dime / Nickel – Tuning
feel free to drop us a line [email protected]
-
Apprentice Tattoo Supply
, Uncategorized, apprentice tattoo supply, list of tattoo suppliers, tattoo supplies, 0
http://apprenticetattoosupply.com/
-
Artist Responsibility in the Studio
, Uncategorized, responsibility, safety, serilization, 0
Sometimes it is hard for artists to remain vigilant in regards to disease and infection prevention. That is why...
-
Eikon Clip Cord Covers
, Uncategorized, barrier protection, clip cord, eikon, 0
A new Review is Posted on TattooRadar.com "Eikon device has their own clip cord sleeves that are available...
-
TattooRadar.com
, Uncategorized, gear reviews, professional tattoo equipment, reviews, tattoo equipment, tattooradar, 0
Tattoo Radar (tattooRadar.com) is a website for professional tattoo artist gear reviews
-
Stroke Length
, Uncategorized, machine, needle, stroke, tuning, 0
There are a few factors involved in the stroke length or the “throw” of the tattoo needle. The throw...
-
Tattoo Pigment
, Uncategorized, color, ink, pigment, tattoo pigment, 0
A tattoo artist’s inks or pigments are the best kept secret in the tattoo industry, aside from the tattoo...
-
Digital Power Supply – metered
, Uncategorized, power, power supply, tuning, voltage, 0
A prime example of technology making an impact on the tuning abilities of the artists is that of the...
-
Tattoo PPE
, Uncategorized, eye pro, gloves, PPE, tattoo gown, 0
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): • Hand hygiene (soap and water method as well as alcoholbased hand rub) • Gloves...
Recent Comments