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tattoosbybill
11-21-2011, 03:24 PM
just received my new Centri machines and got to say these things are amazing the updated housing ( to aircraft aluminum ) the throw adjuster and all the little tweeking that was done make these a complete joy to use..... I've only had for a week so I'm going to run them a little longer before posting a complete review with pics... but at this point I have no complaints these things are butter...check out Centritattoo.com for tech and specs...... I have also opened the machine with the builders permission and was impressed by the simplicity and how that transfers to amazing yet almost effortless work.... if you need to know buy one but it could be the future of rotaries who knows...... i know i wont be selling mine anytime soon I have numbers 4,5 and was the only person in the world using them for about a week as a test ...youn wont be disappointed

OwlsDen
11-21-2011, 04:32 PM
I look forward to your full review

tugg
11-21-2011, 04:51 PM
yeah ,Id like to here what you think of it, how it lines ,shades and colours. have you took it apart yet;)

Inkslingers
11-21-2011, 05:15 PM
I'll also have a full review up in a few weeks. I'd like to be able to post pictures of a completed tattoo, then it healed, etc.

As far as taking them apart...I've opened one of mine. Out of respect for Mike (Centri), all I'd say is that it's not anything close to what I was thinking it would be! Put out the $$$ for one and you'll be able to see for yourself!

OwlsDen
11-21-2011, 05:39 PM
I'll also have a full review up in a few weeks. I'd like to be able to post pictures of a completed tattoo, then it healed, etc.

As far as taking them apart...I've opened one of mine. Out of respect for Mike (Centri), all I'd say is that it's not anything close to what I was thinking it would be! Put out the $$$ for one and you'll be able to see for yourself!

Man I am so curious, I hope it is different from everything else. But I'd also like to say good for you. I hope for it to stay a secret for him and only the owners.

Ta2GeezerUK
11-21-2011, 05:47 PM
Hey Mike!! ... If a chinese Guy called 'Dum Fuk' contacts ya wantin to buy 1 tell him to go screw himself! Otherwise it will end up like that 1 I posted!

Cyberitual
11-21-2011, 06:14 PM
Thanks guys, note no sale to dum fuks lol. I appreciate the respect for no real discussion as to its internal workings. Between owners is fine but definatly no pics. Should be a few more members in here gettings theres today. Hope to hear more from you guys, I need all the feed back possible. This system is only a year old so...
Thanks again for the support.

clint morrison
11-23-2011, 10:16 AM
I got my Centri a couple of days ago and I have to say, it really lives up to the hype. I ran some line work and black and gray with it so far. It lined like butter and shaded beautifully. Layed the ink in so easily. I ran it on the shop apprentice. He's usually a bit of a whiner but he didn't let out a peep while I was using the Centri. Did about 2 and half hours of work on him. Said it felt like a cat scratch. He says it feels really good and is healing great already (2 days later)....I haven't seen it in person yet. I will post pics once it's complete. I also had a problem with the way the machine was running and Mike called me back immediately and talked to me for a good half hour to get it resolved. He really stands behind his product. It also has surprisingly good balance. I will have to use it more, but so far I really LOVE this machine. I'm no Josh Carlton or anything. I'm more on the other spectrum of tattooers....but it works great for me. I will post more after I have some pics.

turnrock
11-23-2011, 12:55 PM
i know this is an old issue and its been shrunk down from that first version but im still waiting to see it next to some other rotarys for comparison.you guys feel like the size is good now?

Cyberitual
11-23-2011, 02:05 PM
This picture is pretty good at explaining its balance. I will take a picture of it next to some other rotary's today at work so you guys and get a better idea of its size. 5683

Inkslingers
11-23-2011, 02:54 PM
i know this is an old issue and its been shrunk down from that first version but im still waiting to see it next to some other rotarys for comparison.you guys feel like the size is good now?

I for one thought the first version was too big...not that it made that much of a difference running with it because the weight was so light, felt like a King Size sharpie in your hand...but as far as the 2nd gen goes, I think the size is perfect now. I have coil machines that sit at the same height.

tattoosbybill
11-23-2011, 06:12 PM
i know this is an old issue and its been shrunk down from that first version but im still waiting to see it next to some other rotarys for comparison.you guys feel like the size is good now? the size is perfect and the balance is just as good.... i owned 2 of the original prototypes and these are by far better from the size to it being aluminum now to the throw adjuster.... the machine is top notch and the service from Mike is second to none he will promptly answer any questions and get you on the right track if there are issues with the machine I highly recommend you try one out

tattoosbybill
11-23-2011, 06:15 PM
After the holiday drama is over anyone who would like to bring a client to my shop to try one out will be more than welcome...... i know this isnt easy for everyone .... so we'll be at the Philly Baltimore And Hampton Va conventions if you would like to see or try one out....... i would be posting some pics but this is proving to be difficult i get them uploaded then nothing so please be patient I'll figure this shit out soon

Cyberitual
11-25-2011, 01:33 PM
so most of my clients are recieving the Centri and having issues with only having a short stroke, I wanted to post on here for any future referrence that the Centri is assembled but only tested for 20 min. then packaged and shipped. There is a instruction sheet with the Centri that says let the machine run for about 5 min. to mature the internal components at 7.5. We are finding out that its not long enough. I suggest they run now for about 30-45 min for maturing. Unfortunaly these machines do not like being cold and have attitudes when they are. The Centri only needs to mature for that long out of the box, every use from that point on the Centri will be fine. the plastic version never had this issue because it wouldnt substain cold temperatures unlike the aluminum ones. I find it amazing how little metal changes size from its temperature but how largely it can effect the internal workings of the Centri. Im going to work on a video this weekend so it will be much easier to understand the birth of the machines. Sorry for any inconviences it may caused from the get go. Im also going to change the fact that it says does not need oil to its safe to oil if need be. What little oil may be required is to reduce the friction when its in a cold state. Every machine that leaves here from now on will have oil on its pivot points to reduce the maturing factor. I want to thank everyone for there feedback and please feel free contact me 24-7 if you have any questions.

peter clements
11-25-2011, 03:14 PM
Im also going to change the fact that it says does not need oil to its safe to oil if need be. What little oil may be required is to reduce the friction when its in a cold state.

Where abouts on the machine would you apply the oil Mike?

JCarlton
11-28-2011, 03:23 AM
I have had the new version for about a week now, I have not had a lot of time with it as I am smack in the middle of building a new studio here in Oregon. From the little I have used it I have had 0 issues with it, without a set up the throw is very long like longer than you would ever want. once you get the weight of a needle bar attached its a very nice long throw that has a strong consistent hit. It has a really nice confident punchy feel to it, like you know the ink is saturated even before wiping. The new more compact size is perfect and the weight feels like a real machine and not a toy. Mike has always gone out of his way to answer any question even texting me making sure I was pleased with the machine. As soon as I get the doors open I have a feeling this will get used a lot. Thanks Mike!

Cyberitual
11-28-2011, 07:38 PM
Thank you Joshua, I want to thank all of you that have purchased the Centri, I hope it brings a new sensation to our industy. All of you hold the Centri's future in your hand!

throwhammers
11-29-2011, 04:39 PM
Got mine today. I'm off tomorrow, so I won't get to use it till thursday, but I'll post my thoughts about it after I've had some time with it.

First impression: Looks and feels like a solid, quality machine. Initially the shape is off putting, but I put a tube in it and it feels really nice in the hand. Good balance, and lighter than I thought it would be.
I've been looking forward to this machine for months. I can't wait to use it!

Inkslingers
11-29-2011, 07:04 PM
5802Here's the Centri up against one of my coils. Looks big compared? Because of the machines balance and weight (or lack of) you don't feel it. It's like having a king size sharpie in your hand.

There was a large thread started awhile back about the Centri...for whatever reason members were all over this machine, questioning how it would run, last, even questioning what their customer service would be like, if they would stand behind their product, etc. I've only had the Centri for a short time, so I'm going to hold off on posting how the machine runs (I'd like to post pictures). As for their customer service? I've dealt with Mike (owner of Centri) a few times now. I think he might regret saying that he'd be available 24-7, but so far it's been just that. He more then made himself available to me in answering any question(s) that I've had. Sometimes people get confused with a builder being nice, and them having a nice product...but in the case of Centri it's both.

I wasn't happy with the way you had to put rubber bands on the machine. Was taking me way too long to set up. After playing with it though, I found if you clip your bands on first (from the RCA jack, threw the vice and onto the thumb screw) it's not a problem.

Will be posting more as I have time with them...

Cyberitual
11-30-2011, 02:17 AM
Here is a video for now on the Centri and its funtions.
http://youtu.be/41sahY6tVZw

Sage Oz
11-30-2011, 03:06 AM
Good video. Cool to know ill have another use for my electrical lube lol. Really really looking forward to getting one or six...

Inkslingers
11-30-2011, 11:23 AM
Here is a video for now on the Centri and its funtions.
http://youtu.be/41sahY6tVZw

Watched the video, ...it's actually a little "deceiving" (not sure if that's the right word?), anyway...looking at the video you might get the feeling that the Centri hits too light, but it's not like that. The machine has a punch! I got something from Lyle Tuttle about machines..."a good machine should throw ink in the skin". That's what you're doing with the Centri, but without the trauma.

Cyberitual
11-30-2011, 01:31 PM
Well so far every machine that has been on a plane has arrived with a studder. With the help of our clients, together we discovered it has to be the extreme enviroment it travels through to its destination that is causing this issue as i singled out every other possibility. In the video i talk about running and loosining the internal components for a while if the machine has been sitting for a while. Specially over a week, like it does going over seas. So in the video i show you how to apply a oil to it. That is your answer to this issue. It solved every one of them. I must say that was a right hook i didnt see coming, But im glad we have found the issue, the reason, and the solution so i can focus on eliminating this factor all together. I wonder if any other types of machines from others builders have had simular issues do to this reason.

throwhammers
12-01-2011, 05:24 AM
I had that issue with mine. Just a touch of oil and its perfect now.

Cyberitual
12-07-2011, 01:41 PM
Santa claus has agreed to distribrute, Clock is ticking though!

Administrator
12-07-2011, 01:55 PM
Well so far every machine that has been on a plane has arrived with a studder. With the help of our clients, together we discovered it has to be the extreme enviroment it travels through to its destination that is causing this issue as i singled out every other possibility. In the video i talk about running and loosining the internal components for a while if the machine has been sitting for a while. Specially over a week, like it does going over seas. So in the video i show you how to apply a oil to it. That is your answer to this issue. It solved every one of them. I must say that was a right hook i didnt see coming, But im glad we have found the issue, the reason, and the solution so i can focus on eliminating this factor all together. I wonder if any other types of machines from others builders have had simular issues do to this reason.

Growing pains, it happens. Glad you got these bugs addressed and worked out :)

Cyberitual
12-07-2011, 03:16 PM
Yes it was a important discovery, More positive then negative because now they are running much better at a lower voltage.

JohnnyChaos
12-07-2011, 06:17 PM
Watched the video, ...it's actually a little "deceiving" (not sure if that's the right word?), anyway...looking at the video you might get the feeling that the Centri hits too light, but it's not like that. The machine has a punch! I got something from Lyle Tuttle about machines..."a good machine should throw ink in the skin". That's what you're doing with the Centri, but without the trauma.
I did think that actually. Can u adjust the hit?
Really fancy one. Cant by owt till after santaday tho.

Cyberitual
12-09-2011, 12:14 AM
I did think that actually. Can u adjust the hit?
Really fancy one. Cant by owt till after santaday tho.Simply raise or lower your voltage.

Inkslingers
12-10-2011, 11:16 AM
Got my first "complaint" about work that was done with the Centri yesterday...several months ago I started a tattoo(s) going up the backs of this chicks legs. This was my first time doing a tattoo on this woman. We did a session on Saturday, nothing major...just the building of some dark tones off the line work I had done in the first session, getting it ready for some color. So a few days ago I get a call from her saying that she was going to stop in and have me look at the tattoo because she thought it was healing "funky". As she was telling me this my heart starts racing...what the fuck? You could hear how apprehensive she was in her voice. I didn't even want to ask what she meant! Thought back to doing the tattoo and the work I had done? Everything seemed to have gone in sweet, smooth as glass when she left, but all I could think about was new machine just maybe there was something to this? I remembered hanging out a little more needle then I normally do, I had flew through session..REALLY pushing the amount of layers compared to what I normally lay in for just shadowing. She comes in yesterday and I pull her back to my room, fearing for the worse...she drops her pants and asks, "is it suppose to be doing this?'....Doing what was my thought? The tattoo was completely healed, not a flake one. Her "complaint" was that the tattoo never flaked, because there were no skin cells coming off the tattoo she was afraid that it was done "wrong". There were a few spots behind her knee that you could see still had some skin cells on the surface, but not even a hint of anything, any where! So after getting over the sudden overwhelming urge to start a game of 20 questions with her about her childhood, "Were you a crack baby?".."been dropped on her head a lot?"...anything that could explain her having an IQ that would have to borderline on the retarded...I just laughed it off and had her schedule another session.

Cyberitual
12-10-2011, 12:02 PM
Lol you think your funny making me experience your emotions this lady made you go through huh! Lol good one! You had my heart beat speed up all the way till the end!

Inkslingers
12-10-2011, 12:33 PM
Lol you think your funny making me experience your emotions this lady made you go through huh! Lol good one! You had my heart beat speed up all the way till the end!

You? lol..retarded b*tch!...she had MY heart going..she did manage to put herself on the top ten list of the idiots I've put ink on though, so it wasn't for nothing. Not wanting to turn this thread into a whole back and forth of people trying to best who inked the biggest retard...nope, on second thought I'll just start another thread in rants because I see that happening!

ace1204
12-13-2011, 01:31 PM
Showed this to a couple guys at the shop wanting to add rotary to their arsenal. When do you expect to have alternate colors out?

Cyberitual
12-13-2011, 01:47 PM
I only have black right now. I wont have the colors available till march of next year.

ace1204
12-13-2011, 09:24 PM
nonetheless, great work. Impressive machine.

Cyberitual
12-13-2011, 10:38 PM
Thank you Ace!

Dreviltattoo
12-13-2011, 11:50 PM
This picture is pretty good at explaining its balance. I will take a picture of it next to some other rotary's today at work so you guys and get a better idea of its size. 5683that shit is sexy. what kind of problems did he have? any chance of a pneumatic model?

Dreviltattoo
12-13-2011, 11:56 PM
Got my first "complaint" about work that was done with the Centri yesterday...several months ago I started a tattoo(s) going up the backs of this chicks legs. This was my first time doing a tattoo on this woman. We did a session on Saturday, nothing major...just the building of some dark tones off the line work I had done in the first session, getting it ready for some color. So a few days ago I get a call from her saying that she was going to stop in and have me look at the tattoo because she thought it was healing "funky". As she was telling me this my heart starts racing...what the fuck? You could hear how apprehensive she was in her voice. I didn't even want to ask what she meant! Thought back to doing the tattoo and the work I had done? Everything seemed to have gone in sweet, smooth as glass when she left, but all I could think about was new machine just maybe there was something to this? I remembered hanging out a little more needle then I normally do, I had flew through session..REALLY pushing the amount of layers compared to what I normally lay in for just shadowing. She comes in yesterday and I pull her back to my room, fearing for the worse...she drops her pants and asks, "is it suppose to be doing this?'....Doing what was my thought? The tattoo was completely healed, not a flake one. Her "complaint" was that the tattoo never flaked, because there were no skin cells coming off the tattoo she was afraid that it was done "wrong". There were a few spots behind her knee that you could see still had some skin cells on the surface, but not even a hint of anything, any where! So after getting over the sudden overwhelming urge to start a game of 20 questions with her about her childhood, "Were you a crack baby?".."been dropped on her head a lot?"...anything that could explain her having an IQ that would have to borderline on the retarded...I just laughed it off and had her schedule another session.i thought this was turning into a porn story...lol just tell her thats how u roll...and ur super expensive machines set u apart from other artists in ur area..lol

tattoosbybill
12-14-2011, 12:59 AM
What a dick lol. All three of mine are running like butter trying to get some better pics before I post them...... I have had the same experience with the healing just without the complaining great story though

hendricksonart.com
12-14-2011, 01:49 AM
Really interested in this machine, my only concern is having an effect similar to the nuema 2s. They lacked the punch to put the ink in deep enough. The tattoos always seemed to look under saturated within a year or so, regardless of who is doing the tattoo. This is just from what ive seen and yes even some of the bigger named artist that used them. I run my coils really hard almost no give, so just wondering if this can emulate that. Im pretty keen on getting it in there fast with minimal passes. I love the idea of this machine and definetly think your into something. Just wondering if you can make them hit really hard.

Cyberitual
12-14-2011, 02:24 AM
Ive engraved wood, stone, and steel with it. The needle was smashed but it works great as a engraver aswell... I think thats hard enough...lol

hendricksonart.com
12-14-2011, 03:16 AM
sounds good to me

No Iron Machines
12-14-2011, 12:07 PM
HELLO

the machine look awesome man, compliments, look like perform same as the first NEUMA, the GIVE in this machine is adjustable ? is possible regulate more hard or soft, or is standard GIVE ?

also what kinnd of motor u use here, MABUCHI, MAXON, FAULHABER, or some other brand ?

COMPLIMENTS AGAIN...

Cyberitual
12-14-2011, 02:41 PM
You adjust the softness or hardness by rasing or lowering your voltage. The stroke length is adjustable on the machine. So you can personalize the hit and stroke.The motor is made by Faulhaber. The Centri uses a centrifugal system, A pressurized air flow supply could generate the g forces needed but it really wouldnt present itself as a easier machine to use just because of the required components you would need to run a pneumatic system. But if there is a large market for people who are anal about claving there machines, a pneumatic Centri is feasible.

No Iron Machines
12-15-2011, 12:02 PM
COOL MAN, FAULHABER is a very good motor, GERMAN QUALITY
about STROKE adjustable on ROTARY is not the same as COILS, becouse the motor always run at same RPM with SHORT or LONG STROKE.
COILS machines more long is the stroke more slow and punchy is the machines, more short the stroke, more fast are, on ROTARY is not to much different this, the only thing change on ROTARY with LONG STROKE, the needle gonna grab more ink inside the TIPS, that's all, but have exactly the same SPEED and HARD HITT of a SHORT STROKE, is just little bit different LONG or SHORT stroke on ROTARY , u cannot feel the difference same as COILS, more STROKE on ROTARY create more vibration,sure

your machine look like have a loot of GIVE, like NEUMA first version, how about for done LINE ? no problem ? becouse one of the BAD things of the NEUMA is line with them

GREETS...

Cyberitual
12-15-2011, 01:28 PM
The centrifugal force system is best descibed as a coil like performing machine provided by a brushless dc motor. This machine is not easily defined in words. It's definatly a force you have to feel in your hands to fully understand its performance values. Completely unique and Incomparable

Inkslingers
12-15-2011, 03:59 PM
COOL MAN, FAULHABER is a very good motor, GERMAN QUALITY
about STROKE adjustable on ROTARY is not the same as COILS, becouse the motor always run at same RPM with SHORT or LONG STROKE.
COILS machines more long is the stroke more slow and punchy is the machines, more short the stroke, more fast are, on ROTARY is not to much different this, the only thing change on ROTARY with LONG STROKE, the needle gonna grab more ink inside the TIPS, that's all, but have exactly the same SPEED and HARD HITT of a SHORT STROKE, is just little bit different LONG or SHORT stroke on ROTARY , u cannot feel the difference same as COILS, more STROKE on ROTARY create more vibration,sure

your machine look like have a loot of GIVE, like NEUMA first version, how about for done LINE ? no problem ? becouse one of the BAD things of the NEUMA is line with them



GREETS...

This machine can't be compared to the Neuma, or a coil, or any other rotary for that matter.

No Iron Machines
12-18-2011, 12:20 AM
COOL, look very interest your machine...

hendricksonart.com
12-19-2011, 02:26 PM
So Ive used this machine a little not enough for a full review, but I will say it hits more like a coil then my coils. For what ever reason the hit feels similar to a soba pilot but easier to control. Its seems suited to those that like to work bogged down only with more push in the back end of the stroke. I like my coils to almost work like a rotary so this ones a bit different then what im used to. I also may just need to turn the machine up a bit. Its new so I was kinda hesitant to go to passed what was suggested voltages. When using my thumb and comparing my coils running at the volts i like and this, It seems i should perhaps use more volts then what i have been using. The machine seems to hit a little less hard in first contact then my coils but when pushed back into a bogged down position is has this tiny small amount of push where my coils at that point have much less. I will aslo add that after using rotarys for the passed nine months I have pretty much gobe back to coils in the last month or so while only using rotarys for large mag use. I would have loved to have tried this when i was really on fire to try rotarys. The machine works well and i think this technology could really do some changing in the industry, especially those that really need or like a light machine. I was having some troubles with some of my heavier machines but now just dig a couple of 6-7 oz coils that I have. Ill be tattooing again with this today and tommorow and will add more feedback then. At this point I havnt used it much yet to give a real good assessment. As far as just running it and what my thumb is telling me it works great.

Cyberitual
12-19-2011, 03:17 PM
Go ahead and raise the voltage to your liking. I know you wont go past its danger point. Unless your tattooing a alligator lol.

rowdy
12-20-2011, 12:31 AM
cant wait to receive mine Christmas is going to be awesome for me cant wait.. just seeing this machine work in person was my selling point its truly like no other machine i have seen its got this give that cant be described and shape and balance in hand that i haven't found anywhere. great work Centri for putting a machine out there that's not just your run of the mill its truly unique in every way

rowdy
12-27-2011, 08:29 PM
just got the centri opened her up and used it for the first time the client loved me lol he swears it hurts less this is a plus for me. so in my opinion hold this machine use it and then make your decision mine is i am going to buy another one :) i cant wait to talk to the client and see how his tattoo healed thanks centri tattoo machine my life is officially easier

Inkslingers
12-30-2011, 03:30 PM
I was on the fence about using the Centri for lining...took some playing around with rubber band tension to get it down, but this fucker rocks an outline! Seemed that putting the added tension of an extra band makes all the difference (for me).

Mr.Taboo
12-30-2011, 04:06 PM
OMG the fonts keep getting bigger ! :D

Administrator
12-30-2011, 04:37 PM
I am seriously considering hitting the switch to lock the font choices on here. Its getting stupid.

Mr.Taboo
12-30-2011, 05:19 PM
Sorry Admin I was kiddin' , just seemed for a bit there each subsequent post got larger and larger.

Cyberitual
12-30-2011, 07:43 PM
It happens when you get excited.

Mr.Taboo
12-30-2011, 07:56 PM
It happens when you get excited.
Push the red button. (http://instantrimshot.com/classic/?sound=rimshot)

peter clements
12-30-2011, 09:08 PM
OMG the fonts keep getting bigger ! :D

and therefore the
tattooist is older thus BLINDER maybe that's the reason,it could be said for the old Twat that's writing this ME.

tattoosbybill
12-31-2011, 10:35 PM
I wish I could post pics from my iPad but I'm either incapable or it's not possible ... But in any case I have 3 centri machines and have been using them as daily drivers for about a month now and have to say after a few hiccups in the beginning these things are amazing .."I've done everything from simple and complex lettering, to portraits, to large color coverups without issue..... Anybody who may on the fence about buying one, all I can say is it changed my tattooing and my attitude towards it for the better....Mike the owner is the shit when it comes to customer service and from what I've seen right on par with the best builders on this forum....do something for yourself for 2012 check out the future of tattooing.... I will have these machines at the Philly, Hampton road Virginia, and Baltimore conventions if anyone wishes to check them out

asA
01-06-2012, 10:52 PM
Got my centri today. Mike was awesome following up making sure everything went smooth. The machine lines real nice, I did a large rib piece this morning and it was a dream. Nice and punchy for that squishy skin. Set it up for my next appointment and used it pack color and had great results there too. I've got a busy busy month of tattooing, I'm excited to see how it performs on different areas doing different tasks.

Cyberitual
01-10-2012, 12:29 AM
Hey guys i have a refurbished Centri listed on Ebay if your interested.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120841183395

Sage Oz
01-10-2012, 06:57 AM
I just bid on it, been looking forward to a centri for ages.....crossing fingers I win it.

JohnnyChaos
01-10-2012, 07:39 AM
shame it's US only :(

The Limey
01-10-2012, 10:28 AM
shame it's US only :(

Yeah bit of a bummer to say the least!

STong
01-10-2012, 10:52 AM
guess if your guy really want for US outsider, just ask Mike if he can ship worldwide and add exter ship cost.

Cyberitual
01-10-2012, 01:40 PM
I can ship over seas, but it takes atleast 10 days cause i would use usps, its usually under 20 bucks if it goes standard. Ups is a fortune unless you dont mind paying it for overseas. I shipped 8 overseas so far with now issues. Sage lol you made me feel old for a min saying you wanted one for Ages!

Zapp
01-10-2012, 02:51 PM
I can ship over seas, but it takes atleast 10 days cause i would use usps, its usually under 20 bucks if it goes standard. Ups is a fortune unless you dont mind paying it for overseas. I shipped 8 overseas so far with now issues. Sage lol you made me feel old for a min saying you wanted one for Ages!

Why you send a 600 Dollar machine with shipping under 20 dollar ! For me that make no sense !

The Limey
01-10-2012, 02:51 PM
You can't always complete checkout from overseas if its US only.

peter clements
01-10-2012, 03:10 PM
You can't always complete checkout from overseas if its US only.

Yeah! what then happens is the seller has to alter things and make an exception, or totally redo the listing.

Cyberitual
01-10-2012, 03:28 PM
Why you send a 600 Dollar machine with shipping under 20 dollar ! For me that make no sense !On the web site it states that if you purchase from overseas you will pay more for shipping. The buyer has the right to choose how they receive it at there cost but they normaly just choose standard mail.

Zapp
01-10-2012, 04:57 PM
On the web site it states that if you purchase from overseas you will pay more for shipping. The buyer has the right to choose how they receive it at there cost but they normaly just choose standard mail.

Good to know !

Cyberitual
01-16-2012, 08:18 PM
68056804Robert Atkinson test drove his Centri today and was amazed and impressed. It took him a few minutes to get use to it but after that he couldn't put it down. It was very nice experience watching him use it like he owned it for years. He wants to engrave a few for me, so if anyone is Interested in a engraved Centri by Robert Atkinson let me know. As for the price of them I have no idea yet, im going to let him price them each I think.

rjdadio
01-16-2012, 09:50 PM
Hey Mike, Good job!

I have been away from the forum for awhile due to things in life, and I get back on and see all kinds of good said about your machine. So I went to check out the video and I must say I'm impressed!
I even went on ebay....I would almost like to buy it to have one because it looks soooo cool!

Yah, I would like to see what's going on inside, but not to copy....just for curiosity. I have respect for your idea and would not cross that line.....like some others.

I wish you much success with your new machine! Hope to meet you at a show in the future.

-Ray

Dan Kubin
01-16-2012, 11:12 PM
I must say, I am intrigued by this machine..
I did some playing around, and if you use a needle runner and no rubber band and no grommet, you get a complete give setup...it feels just like a coil, but more consistent.
I haven't tried using it yet, but thought it was interesting..makes me think there is a similar thing with these..

rjdadio
01-16-2012, 11:55 PM
Hey Dan, It's good to see you are doing good things in the rotary machine world too! I know we go back a few years and I always had a hunch you would do well.
Keep the faith.....and keep inventing

Dan Kubin
01-17-2012, 09:05 AM
Thanks Ray!
You definitely got me going in the right direction...when I first started tattooing!

rjdadio
01-17-2012, 11:56 AM
Thanks man!
The true way to this art is sharing and helping....I sure owe alot to those who helped me.


Thanks Ray!
You definitely got me going in the right direction...when I first started tattooing!

spoonertattoos
01-18-2012, 01:59 AM
I was on the fence about using the Centri for lining...took some playing around with rubber band tension to get it down, but this fucker rocks an outline! Seemed that putting the added tension of an extra band makes all the difference (for me).


HMMM.... I had a rough time outlining but I did have pretty weak tension. So far the shading and coloring has taken over as my primary machine. (which sucks since I spent so much on all my gen 7s haha) Im gonna give it another go for lining. What are guys running yours at voltage wises?

Inkslingers
01-18-2012, 10:39 AM
HMMM.... I had a rough time outlining but I did have pretty weak tension. So far the shading and coloring has taken over as my primary machine. (which sucks since I spent so much on all my gen 7s haha) Im gonna give it another go for lining. What are guys running yours at voltage wises?

I run them between 6 and 7 volts, depending on what I'm doing. (Keep im mind that my hand movements are very fast, which includes the way I line) As far as lining goes, I didn't dig it till I added the extra tension...now it's a beast. I'll put 2 (13's) over the needle and back around to the RCA, but the difference came when I added another band using the side slots...the extra tension brought everything together for me. Try it before you write the machine off as a liner!

Cyberitual
01-23-2012, 12:28 PM
So I had put a rebuilt Centri up on Ebay 2 weeks ago, It sold for $430. The buyer has yet to pay for it. Im giving him till this Wed.25th to pay if not it will be relisted if you guys are interrested. #0011

Inkslingers
01-24-2012, 04:01 PM
Why you send a 600 Dollar machine with shipping under 20 dollar ! For me that make no sense !

What makes no sense about it?

Sage Oz
01-24-2012, 04:18 PM
Hey Cyber I pm'ed ya an offer on that machine...

Cyberitual
01-24-2012, 04:59 PM
Hey sage, I got it. I've had a few pm's about the machine, I'm waiting till Wed to see if the buyer pays, then I will decide on what I will do.

Inkslingers
01-24-2012, 05:01 PM
Hey sage, I got it. I've had a few pm's about the machine, I'm waiting till Wed to see if the buyer pays, then I will decide on what I will do.

Hate when that happens...ties your hands.

Cyberitual
01-24-2012, 05:03 PM
The DeLorean7017

Administrator
01-24-2012, 05:25 PM
The DeLorean7017

http://whatculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/doc-and-marty.jpg

tattoosbybill
01-24-2012, 10:14 PM
I'll take the delorean off your hands if you like

Sage Oz
01-24-2012, 11:35 PM
I literally just saw a delorean pass me 15 minutes ago lol. I like that look a lot. Got a real polish on it, squint yer eyes and it'll look like a Cylon! How long til you do a run of colors, and what colors are you gonna have?

spoonertattoos
01-25-2012, 12:15 AM
Nice, crome!
Ive been using this machine everyday since I got it a week ago and I havent picked up another machine for shading yet! To line I really had to ride the tube, I perfer working off the needle. I havent given up yet.
Still I cant rave enough about this machine. Im still holding out for the generation to see what you have in store. New colors? Smaller (that would be a plus!)
Worth every penny!

Cyberitual
01-25-2012, 01:03 AM
I think I'm only going to make black red and silver. Haven't seen a blue or purple i like yet. I want a lime green too but I have to make a vote thread to see what is in more demand. I took a dremil to my machine and grinded the anodizing to make that delorean, that machine is #0000 and isnt for sale.

Sage Oz
01-25-2012, 05:43 AM
I was hoping for lime green, my favorite color! Purple is awesome too, I've got a lot of 3Dviolet mtb parts from the early 90's, that and turquoise are the most sought after anodized colors.

tugg
02-16-2012, 04:19 PM
I got my hands on a Centri today .I done a quick bit of colouring with a 7mag @ around 6volts .
what voltages are you guys using and how much needle hang do you have when using this machine because I find the first part of the stroke is super soft and as you get into the stroke the pressure gets higher. ?

jboo75
02-16-2012, 04:22 PM
id buy a lime green one for sure hope that choice is available when i get mine.

Administrator
02-16-2012, 04:23 PM
I think I'm only going to make black red and silver. Haven't seen a blue or purple i like yet. I want a lime green too but I have to make a vote thread to see what is in more demand. I took a dremil to my machine and grinded the anodizing to make that delorean, that machine is #0000 and isnt for sale.

I think you need to engrave a flux capacitor in there. ;)

http://shirtoid.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/flux-capacitor.jpg

Cyberitual
02-16-2012, 11:42 PM
I got my hands on a Centri today .I done a quick bit of colouring with a 7mag @ around 6volts .
what voltages are you guys using and how much needle hang do you have when using this machine because I find the first part of the stroke is super soft and as you get into the stroke the pressure gets higher. ?around 6-7 volts, the soft feel at first touch is actually a pretty strong point in the stroke, tgink of it as the end of a whip! The force you feel after pressing into more is pure muscle baby!

e_Bangs
02-17-2012, 02:16 AM
I got my hands on a Centri today .I done a quick bit of colouring with a 7mag @ around 6volts .
what voltages are you guys using and how much needle hang do you have when using this machine because I find the first part of the stroke is super soft and as you get into the stroke the pressure gets higher. ?Broken huh glad you got it and used it my job has been done!

Sage Oz
02-17-2012, 04:28 AM
id buy a lime green one for sure hope that choice is available when i get mine.

DITTO here!

tugg
02-17-2012, 05:36 AM
yeah cheers E bangs.

tugg
02-18-2012, 01:44 PM
I used mine again today on a black and grey piece loaded with a 17bugpin mag . struggled to get it in smooth as it feels punchy and feels kind of like a old school shader. I Also used a dragonfly loaded with an 11 bugpin mag and was getting smoother results also the client said the DF was less painfull.
I'ts probably me I just need to find the right technique and set up with it .

Cyberitual
02-19-2012, 12:29 AM
Hmm maybe send me a video of your setup and settings so i can check it out. By your description it doesnt sound right.

tugg
02-20-2012, 04:27 PM
I used it again today , shortened the throw some more and shaded some lilies and leaves in a sleeve and it was pretty smooth with a 13 #8bugpin mag@ about 6.5v.
1 bummer though, my disposable grips are too short for this machine.

peter clements
02-20-2012, 04:50 PM
I used it again today , shortened the throw some more and shaded some lilies and leaves in a sleeve and it was pretty smooth with a 13 #8bugpin mag@ about 6.5v.
1 bummer though, my disposable grips are too short for this machine.

What sort are you using Tugg? The Vortex's that I use fit just right.

tugg
02-20-2012, 05:10 PM
I don't normally use fully disposable. I usually just use a disposable tip but I got a few different types and I did try and use a 9mag disposable from worldwide but it was too short with a ton of needle hang .I measured them against some other disposable tubes I have and they were about the same length.
Could you do me a favour and measure the length of the vortex tubes?
I do seem to have had to make my stainless tubes hang out more .

tugg
02-20-2012, 05:22 PM
by the way Mike , the first tattoo I done with your machine on the wife( solid colour)did not even scab even though she did not use any bepantham or f@~k all. and I thought I hit it hard .

Inkslingers
02-20-2012, 07:02 PM
by the way Mike , the first tattoo I done with your machine on the wife( solid colour)did not even scab even though she did not use any bepantham or f@~k all. and I thought I hit it hard .

When you tried loading a tube in the Centri, did you run it with a needle in the tube, or just push down the a bar to see where it ended up? because the 2 are different animals. loading the Centri is not like a coil, or any other rotary for that matter

tugg
02-21-2012, 11:57 AM
feel such a knob , my disposables do work with this machine in fact I used it with one this morning.

peter clements
02-21-2012, 02:03 PM
feel such a knob , my disposables do work with this machine in fact I used it with one this morning.

There's a learning curve with all machines Tugg and the Centri is different, Mike really should do a tutorial video on all aspects of the machine and how to get the best from it. I measured a Vortex tube ,they're 4 1/4",that's a little longer than some, perfect for the Centri and work well with Needlerunners.

tugg
02-21-2012, 02:42 PM
ok thanks for that . You know how it is when you set your needle , with a coiler I push the a bar down and with rotaries I do the same so when I went to set the centri an found I had about 1" needle hang. I forgot that the a bar in operation doesn't go down that far.
would be nice to have a tutorial video though.
I didn't get any literature with my machine so a video would be nice;)

Cyberitual
02-21-2012, 11:57 PM
I agree i need to make a more simple explanation of how to use the Centri. The video on the website is not up to date and doesnt include some important facts. I will get on it next time my kids lay down for nap. There is a instruction sheet that comes with the Centri but you probably didnt get yours since you bought it off of somebody else.
If you have any questions Tugg feel free to ask i will answer them as soon as possible.

slicksteel
02-21-2012, 11:59 PM
hey cyber are ya going to make any updates on this model any time soon?

Cyberitual
02-22-2012, 12:07 AM
Internally yes, More for me then the consumer though. Just areas that need to be changed in order to assemble easier. I have my next batch already ordered. You wont see any changes in how it looks. The armature bars will be stainless steel instead of aluminum. I will have Red, and Silver available aswell as Black. Still thinking of making like 10 Lime green ones to see how they do. Im thinking this will be the last batch of this model before the next gen comes out.

asA
02-22-2012, 10:42 AM
When the next generation comes out I want one. Lemme know. I'd love to have a raw one, with no color.

Sage Oz
02-22-2012, 02:03 PM
I want dibs on a lime green one!!!!

tugg
02-24-2012, 05:04 PM
I thought I'd try lining with the Centri today.
All I can say is I was very impressed.just wish I had more to do

jboo75
02-24-2012, 05:38 PM
yeah i am super curious about lining with the centri i am torn to order a centri or a inkjecta I want it primarily as a liner and have mixed views.

Cyberitual
02-27-2012, 01:53 AM
Man i cant believe this thread has over 10,000 views! I want to thank everyone for the interest and support!

thebeyond66
02-27-2012, 03:21 AM
Did this machine ever make it back to eBay?

thebeyond66
02-27-2012, 03:23 AM
So I had put a rebuilt Centri up on Ebay 2 weeks ago, It sold for $430. The buyer has yet to pay for it. Im giving him till this Wed.25th to pay if not it will be relisted if you guys are interrested. #0011
Did this machine ever make it back to eBay?

Cyberitual
02-27-2012, 03:29 AM
Yeah that one sold before it made it back to eBay.

thebeyond66
02-27-2012, 03:40 AM
Thanks for the reply, also i'd be interested in one of those lime green machines. Any idea if those will happen?

Sage Oz
02-27-2012, 04:21 AM
I'll pay for a lime one in advance...
Been wanting to buy one for forever, almost did then I heard there was going to be colored ones and lime green is my favoritest color.

peter clements
02-27-2012, 05:00 AM
I'll pay for a lime one in advance...
Been wanting to buy one for forever, almost did then I heard there was going to be colored ones and lime green is my favoritest color.

You're a determined man :) Seeing as lime green is your favorite color, what's the best lime green you've used for a Tattoo?

Sage Oz
02-27-2012, 06:15 AM
I have a couple shades of lime that I mixed from fantasia dark green and lots of dermaglo yellow. Love using it.

Cyberitual
02-27-2012, 12:31 PM
yea i better make this clear now, it would be the color of the inside of the lime not the peel.

Sage Oz
02-27-2012, 01:32 PM
No difference to me I eat my limes whole.
And I'm colorblind ;D

OwlsDen
03-27-2012, 04:39 PM
I sure wish mine was deloreaned out.

Sage Oz
03-28-2012, 03:15 AM
Does the flux capacitor and Mr.Fusion come standard?