Different types of machines according to each tattoo style

Coil machines: 

These machines use electromagnets and springs to move the needles up and down. Coil machines are heavier and noisier than rotary machines, but offer greater power and control over the needles. This makes them ideal for the following tattooing styles: 

- Sharp, detailed lines: coil machines allow tattoo artists to create precise, detailed lines with ease. 

- Traditional and neo-traditional styles: coil machines are popular with tattoo artists who specialize in traditional and neo-traditional styles, such as sailor tattoos, Japanese style tattoos and rose tattoos.

- Black tattoos: coil machines can be most effective for creating solid and opaque black tattoos. 

We have a wide variety of coil machines on our WEB.

Rotary machines:

These machines use a motor to move the needles up and down. They are lighter and quieter than coil machines, but can also be more expensive. Rotary machines are ideal for the following tattooing styles:

- Shading and color: rotary machines are excellent for creating soft, subtle shadows and color blends.

- Realism and portrait tattoos: rotary machines are popular with tattoo artists who specialize in realism and portrait tattoos, as they allow for greater control and precision in creating fine details.

- Watercolor style tattoos: rotary machines are ideal for creating the watercolor effect in tattoos, as they allow for a smooth and diffuse blending of colors.

These are the rotary machines we have available in our WEB.

Pen machines: 

Pen tattoo machines are a variation of rotary machines and are named that because of their pen or pencil shape. These machines have a motor inside the housing and a direct needle drive, which means there are no rods or springs to move the needle up and down as in coil machines. Instead, the motor in the pen housing rotates a shaft that pushes and pulls the needle up and down. 

Pen tattoo machines have several advantages over coil machines and traditional rotary machines: 

- They are lighter and easier to handle, which can reduce artist fatigue during extended tattooing sessions.

- They provide greater precision and control in creating fine lines and detailed details. 

- They allow tattoo artists to work closer to the skin, which can make the tattooing process more comfortable and less painful for the client.

- They are quieter than traditional coil machines and rotary machines. 

Pen tattoo machines are ideal for a wide variety of tattoo styles, from fine line tattoos to realistic tattoos and portraits. As with any tattoo machine, the skill and technique of the artist is essential to achieve a quality result. 

We have a wide range of pen machines on our website such as Cheyenne Sol Nova, Cheyenne Sol Nova Unlimited, Cheyenne Hawk Pen Unio, Bishop Wand, FK Irons Spektra Flux, FK Irons Exo, Fk Irons Spektra Flux Max, and so on. For more, you can have a look at our WEB.

What is the best tattoo machine?

There is no single answer to the question of what is the best tattoo machine, as every tattooist has different preferences and needs. What works well for one tattooist may not work for another.

In general, rotary machines are more popular with tattooers because of their ability to work with different needle configurations and smoothness on the skin. They are also easier to adjust and maintain compared to coil machines. 

However, some people prefer coil machines for their ability to create sharper and more vibrant lines, especially in traditional tattoo styles.

When choosing a tattoo machine, it is important to consider aspects such as the tattoo style you want to create, the comfort and grip of the machine, ease of adjustment and maintenance, and the budget. It is advisable to try different types of machines to determine which one works best for your personal needs and preferences.