How do you connect the power supply to a tattoo gun?
- Plug in the power supply.
- Plug the foot pedal into the tattoo power supply.
- Attach the clip cord to the face of the tattoo power supply unit.
- Attach the prongs of the clip cord to the upper and lower binding posts of the tattoo gun, near the coils.
- Press the foot pedal to test the machine.
What can I use to power my tattoo machine?
A tattoo gun power supply’s 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.
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 does a power supply affect a tattoo machine?
Learning how to connect a tattoo machine properly and adjust the power of the machine is one of the first steps in a successful tattoo apprenticeship. The power supply controls the speed of the needle, which in turn affects the speed of the work as ink is implanted underneath the skin.
Where do you attach a power cord to a tattoo gun?
There will be an area for the clip cord to be attached near the power settings for the machine. Attach the prongs of the clip cord to the upper and lower binding posts of the tattoo gun, near the coils. The prongs should attach securely and not come unhooked when the machine is moved.
What should gap be between power supply and front spring on tattoo machine?
Over time, vibration can cause those screws to loosen, which causes faulty running of the machine. You should have a gap of about a dime’s width between the machine contact screw and front spring. Finally (and this is a preference if mine), before you set up, take some emery cloth and go over your contact screw a few times.
Do you need a footswitch for a tattoo machine?
Most tattoo power supplies will have a regulated control for the amount of fuse and power going into your tattoo machine. Some of the cheaper models don’t have this feature. Acquire a footswitch and a clip cord. If your power supply doesn’t come with a footswitch, you’ll need to buy one.