Bugpin tattoo needles

Apr 13, 2022 by Spark Tattoo Cartridges

The term bugpin defines the size of the individual pins rather than the entire needle. Bugpin needles are made in the same layout as a magnum or round needle, but with much thinner pins in the cluster.

They're small and tightly connected so they can hold a lot of ink. The ink is released slowly, which gives you more control for creating intricate details. Bugpin needles are perfect for creating smooth gradients, portraits and photorealistic tattoos.

Bugpin needles are normally between 0.20 millimeters-0.25 millimeters versus a standard needle sizing of 0.30 millimeters-0.35 millimeters. When using a bugpin needle, you will need to size down one or two sizes for the tube. So if you're using a seven grouping, you may need a size five or six tube.