This is a new and convenient way to use standard needles with a metal grip to maintain the rigid feel and counterweight of a steel tube. If setup correctly, this system allows for a proper barrier from cross contamination without use of an autoclave. It is still recommended to wipe the grip with a sterilant between uses as you would your work station.
Quick and easy setup for standard needle on bar use with much less vibration than standard disposable tubes. Less vibration means less harm to your hands, tendons, and overall body stress for greater longevity and health.
Utilizing a metal grip and small click in plastic tips, this system creates much less waste...about 95% less plastic than most disposable grips!
This is a bag that serves as a barrier on your Swifftip grip.
Simply slide over the grip, and snap the tip in over the bag.
This allows for a proper barrier from cross contamination.
It is recommended to still wipe the grip off with a sterilant as you would your work station or armrest.
The offset helps put the machine over the top of the user’s hand, making it more ergonomic and easier to keep the machine upright when pulling those large square looking lines.
TWO Versions Available:
Heavy Weight 1.25" BRASS Grip and Stainless Steel backstem (8oz)
Feather Weight 1.25" ALUMINUM Grip and Stainless Steel backstem (2.75oz)
Brass is heavier but absorbs vibration more and offsets the pull of a clip cord and or any ass end tattoo machine weight, balancing more over the hand
Aluminum is much lighter and pairs well with use of a battery to reduce overall weight. Balance is a bit better with the Brass version, but it is a trade off for weight.
Offset for better balance and visibility
Made of naturally anti-microbial Brass
Please cover with barrier film for extra protection!
Made in the USA by Dan Kubin
Better tools to make better tattoos.
Workhorse Irons
Holiday Sale SOBA Speedballer Liner - Ferarri Red
Regular price$450.00 USD
December is an expensive month, as a thanks for your continued business and support all items on the Holiday Sale page are 20% OFF the lowest listed price!
20% OFF DISCOUNT APPLIES IN CART! No Code Needed. Sale goes through the end of the year.
Order by 12 pm Noon December 20th with Next Day Air shipping method to receive by Christmas!
Limited Edition SOBA Speedballer Liner
OG CNC Cut Iron Speedballer Frame
Ferrari Red HD Powder Coat Finish
Deluxe Blackened Hardware
Custom 1" 8 Wrap Reflective Coils with Custom SOBA Washers
Medium Speed with a Solid Hit
Pushing 3's to 11's no problem
Running 130 Hz @ 6.5 V Unloaded
Weighs in at 6 oz
MADE IN THE USA
Workhorse Irons
Workhorse Deluxe Tattoo Power Supply V3
Regular price$450.00 USD
NEW Deluxe Workhorse V3 Power Supply w/ Internal Battery and Metered Readouts!
We have been working on this new metered power supply with internal battery for a few years now, dialing it in and testing multiple versions to get it just right. After years of research and testing, we are very excited to release our new and improved, better than ever, Deluxe Metered Tattoo Power Supply! Industrial and basic on the outside, modern and high tech on the inside with all the proper components needed for clean and consistent power with accurate metered readouts.
Specs:
Clean and Consistent Power fed through an internal rechargeable battery
10-12 Hour Battery Runtime
Runs off battery power or corded power
Usable while charging with built in smart charge programming
Large Volt Readout with smaller Hertz, Duty, and Amp Readouts
Constant ON Option (simply push the silver button in the logo)
On/Off Switch on Side
Heavy Duty Female Plugs to Securely hold CC and Footswitch Cords in Place
Will work with all Coil and Rotary Machines
2 to 14 Volt Output
5 Amp Max Peak Output at 50% Duty
110 V US electrical plug or 220V EU electrical plug
4-cell lithium ion battery with a 47 Watt hour rating (2800mAh at 16.8V)
Comes with 4 Powerful Quarter Sized Magnets, Feet, and optional Stand
Weighing in at 1.25 Pound
HD Black Powdercoat finish
4.5" x 3.6" x 1.5" Aluminum Body
1 Year Warranty covers any manufacturer defects leading to product failure. Warranty does not cover excessive abuse or damage, but if you decide to throw it across the shop against the wall and then hit it with a hammer, we will still try to help repair the supply for you.
Mounting Options:
Side Mount - use included 3m adhesive to attach magnets in a row on the right side of power supply, then magnet supply to side or cart or tool chest
Flat Mount - use either the included feet and attach to bottom of power supply or included 3m adhesive to attach magnets to bottom of power supply
No corners were cut and no expenses spared, these power supplies are made of the highest quality parts and components. Built to last and MADE IN THE USA.
**Obviously does not include clip cord, foot switch, or tattoo machine. We do have numerous options of each of these items if you are in need of one or all of the above. Thanks for looking!
Workhorse Irons
Dan Kubin Sidewinder 46er - Black x Black
Regular price$985.00 USD
Dan Kubin's Newest Sidewinder, the V46er!
The 46er is a culmination of my versions 4-6 Sidewinders, remastered and enhanced to perfection. This machine features a very large stroke adjustment range that can suite single needle work, all the way up to the largest liners and mag shaders.
This machine is very strong off the tip with a great follow-through. It's number one purpose is as a strong, precise, off the tip liner; though It has proven to be much more capable.
BLACK HD POWDER COATED FINISH 🖤
Features include:
Wider springs for more durability.
Large, easy to turn, hardened steel stroke wheel. Pre-set stroke range and middle timing mark to prevent the machine from getting too far out of tune when experimenting.
Hardened alloy steel impact pin. Positioned towards the rear of the frame to help with noise
Large cam with precise timing mark. Allows for easier, and more precise impact alignment checks
Smooth, easy clamping tube vice.
Forward weight distribution for better ergonomics.
Beautiful brass armature bar, perfectly balanced for a strong, confident, and consistent hit.
O-ring groove in the bar allows for a more silent option (though will reduce performance as well)
Reliable Mabuchi motor. -because they run forever without losing consistency.
Weight:
Standard (brass frame construction): 6oz
Featherweight (7075 aluminum frame): 4.4 oz
Recommended voltage range: 4 - 6.5 volts
Approximate stroke range: 2 - 4mm (keep in mind the stoke goes up more due to the springs. The stroke of a Sidewinder cannot be compared to other rotaries as the hit is completely different)
Polarity: Positive up - spins motor clockwise - slaps harder, ideal for large grouping liners
Positive down - spins motor counterclockwise -slightly passive hit, ideal for shading and fine line
Dan Kubin V3/24 Sidewinder - Green Apple x Nickel CC
Regular price$850.00 USD
NEW Dan Kubin V3/24 Sidewinder!
The most significant update to the V3/24 Sidewinder is the added (and optional) Needle Bar Tensioner. This added tensioner eliminates the need to use a Rubber Band, improving all around machine performance and results. Tensioner reduces spitting and increases power. These machines can be used with or without the Tensioner, it is detached by simply removing the thumbscrew and taking it off the machine.
Aside from the added Needle Bar Tensioner, this new version of remastered V3 Sidewinder is dialed in and updated with various improvements to increase machine longevity and consistency.
The V3/24 follows the same concept as the past V3r, but with a focus on what makes a Sidewinder a Sidewinder. Hard hitting, effortless, and zippy. -Intended for experienced artists who don’t want to mess around.
Machine Specs:
HD Green Apple Powder Coated Brass Frame with Nickel Plated Hardware and Motor Cover
DK Thumbscrew, new Armature Bar, and updated Stroke Wheel for improved performance
The renowned rotary liner. Effortlessly sink any size line by just grazing the skin.
The motor is the same as the V2-V4 and V7 Sidewinder, which has proven the test of time. It has been a favorite of the long time Sidewinder collectors.
Vice-Lock that easily tightens on nearly any tube
Great for all varieties of Line Work or as a Fast Shader/Packer
Timing mark on the cam and frame for setting the impact screw. (Just like the V5 and V6)
Marked stroke dial so you can easily play with the stroke without fear of losing that sweet spot. You can’t make it too long or too short
Machine Setup:
Standard Needle on Bar:
Needle Bar Tensioner - when setting up your needle and tube, position needle tensioner in desired position depending on the amount of tension you want to add to the needle bar. Adjust position by loosening the thumbscrew and then tightening when you reach desired tension.
Rubber Band alternative setup - Loosen / remove thumbscrew to take the needle tensioner off. Then when setting up the machine, wrap a thick rubber band around the motor cap and across the front of the machine to add needle bar tension. It is recommended that you use Thick Rubber Bands and Dan's Perfect Nipples.
Cartridges: wrap a rubber band around the motor cap and over the top of the armature bar to counteract the cartridge's upward tension. Thick or standard rubber bands both work, it will just depend on the tension of the cartridge membrane or band to determine with rubber band provides the proper counter resistance.
V3R and V3/23 Sidewinders are engineered, designed, and tested by Dan, milled in his most trusted machine shop in Kansas City, then built by DK certified trained technicians at the Workhorse facility in Michigan. All other models are built by Dan and his team in Kansas City. V3/23s go through rigorous QC checks and are all ran through our testing machine to lightly break in. One year warranty on all models. V3R and V3/23 are serviced by Workhorse, all others are serviced by Dan or one of his certified technicians found on his website.