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Monday, September 20, 2010

Tattoo Machines Are A Safe Way To Apply Tattoos

By Rian Haswanda

Tattoo guns are the machines that are employed to create and apply tattoos. These guns can also be known as tattoo machines. They are used for years to create stylish and beautiful pieces of body art. Today, tattoo machines are used in shops and parlors worldwide.

The tattoo gun was invented in the 1870s. It was invented by the famous inventor Thomas Edison. But it was not can be used as a tattoo machine. Edison intended the machine for use as an engraving machine. However, in the 1890s another inventor found that Edison's gun could be harnessed for a machine to introduce ink into a person's skin for tattooing. Thus, the first tattoo gun was created.

Since its creation in the late 1800s, tattoo guns already went through a process of modernization. Guns today now use electromagnets. Electromagnets allow the tattoo artist to control the tattoo process. The artist can control the depth of the tattoo needle, the speed of the needle and the force of the tattooing process. They are an effective and precise way to create and apply a tattoo of any size.

Tattoo machines or guns are made in various sizes. Some machines were made to apply one color and other machines enable you to apply multiple colors. Regardless of size and use of a tattoo gun the right care and maintenance is important. Guns that are maintained and cared for properly will produce high quality and beautiful tattoos.

Some people choose to create a tattoo gun at home. A homemade gun can actually be made rather easily. However, unless a tattoo machine is made properly it could be very dangerous. Both tattoo and medical professionals do not recommend the application of a homemade tattoo gun.

Tattoo machines are the modern way to apply tattoos. Before the invention of tattoo machines tattoos were applied by hand. Hand applied tattoos often looked sloppy. The designs were not as accurate as they might have been. Plus, the tattooing process was usually not very safe. Some people who received a tattoo wound up with skin problems or other infections.

Once the tattoo machine was invented incidents of problems related to tattoos decreased tremendously. Tattoo guns created a sterile application process for tattoos, at least when they were used properly. Even today tattooing is not totally safe. Artists should be trained in appropriate sterilization and use of tattoo supplies. Appropriate training will always ensure a safe and healthy tattoo application process.

Tattoo machines can be sold separately and maybe they are often sold in tattoo kits. Guns that are sold in tattoo kits are a good choice for small tattoo shops or beginning artists that are learning the trade and art of tattooing. Tattoo kits often include other items besides guns. These items include inks and other items that an artist needs to successfully operate a tattoo gun and complete the tattooing process.

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