Tattoo Equipment - Have The Necessary Tools On Hand

If you are planning on becoming an apprentice tattoo artist

, you'll need to purchase your own tattoo equipment. While tattoo guns use needles that need to be disposed or sterilized after every use, you'll need your own equipment to practice on. Aside from finding the right equipment, you'll also need to know what you need and what you could do without. A tattoo gun uses needles and ink to apply the tattoo, but it also gets its power from an amp. A tattoo amp is plugged into an electrical outlet and adjusted to control the speed and depth that needles go into the skin. Tattoo ink is specifically made to be used on human skin, comes in an endless array of colors and may be mixed for custom colors.

When you first start shopping for tattoo equipment, look at the weight of the tattoo gun and power of the amplifier. If you are a beginner, a lighter tattoo gun will probably be best because it will put less of a strain on your arm. The amplifier doesn't need to be very powerful as you'll not be tattooing in long sessions. Getting a few packs of needles and pig's skin to practice with will also be needed.

Believe it or not, but most tattoo parlors don't sell tattoo equipment. You will need to locate a tattoo supply retailer before being able to buy equipment. If you cannot find a tattoo store locally, look for one over the internet. Look up the specifications for weight and power as well as look up the manufacturer before making a purchase. See if the tattoo gun comes with a warranty as you might change your mind after you utilize it a few times. Eventually you'll become more cozy using a heavier tattoo gun, but apprentices often spend years training before needing heavier professional equipment.

While using tattoo equipment, you'll have to take careful safety precautions. All equipment, including the needles, tattoo gun and attachments ought to be cleaned thoroughly. You'll need to wash you hands, placed on disposable gloves and take care not to stab yourself with the tattoo gun needles. After the tattoo gun is turned off, it's best to unplug the amp and properly dispose of the needles. It is extremely dangerous to keep used needles in a tattoo gun when not in use. Even if the tattoo needles are clean, they could still pose a threat if the tattoo gun isn't carefully stored.

Shopping for tattoo equipment ought to be a quickly venture as there are actually only a few specifications it is best to consider before buying. Be sure that the weight of the tattoo gun is light enough to use for several hours at a time. Get an amp that has a steady power supply and adequate voltage, and check to see if the power cords are included. Purchase a small bottle of ink and some pig skin for practicing, as well as some disposable gloves and antibacterial soap for sanitizing your hands. Keep the warranties and return policies of equipment invested in in mind in case you wind up not liking the products. After a view years practicing on your newly acquired equipment you will probably be able to get licensed as a professional tattoo artist.

by: Mark Sloan.

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