new rotary ! Spekra

[Tommy]

I have one question for you Gaston...


WHEN?

[slicksteel]

Gaston/Fk Irons could you please describe/ explane how your new rotary machine works(internals that make it different then then the Rapiers, Dragon flys, Stigmas and how the hit/needle grouping penatration is(ie- forward needle velocity speed/power ,back pull speed),How does it perform for lining, shading and color packing is(per common needles sizes?).

[fkirons]

The cylindrical designed slider is the main highlight as well as
the weight and size of the piston and overall slider weight.
It has a spring that simulates the tension of an 18g with a 3.5mm stroke (standard stroke wheel)
Optional springs available (16g and 20g)
The back off limit is around 2.5mm

The set screw, stainless steel piston and stainless steel abar gives the slider a nice weight that assists in penetration.
This is the main feature I looked for because I always had trouble outlining
with rotaries and I think I have achieved it. It really shoves the pigment with ease.

The slider has also grooves around it's diameter design to trap the grease and not expel it distributing good lubrication while machine is running. The design of the slider provides motion with minimal Friction, stability and noiseless performance.
It also has an up state spring that remains always hidden,
It's in the front.

As far as needle grouping it pushes mags and rounds with ease, big or small.
The tensioner is on the side making it easier to operate. (debating wether to include it or not)
I have protos with and without. (suggestions are welcome)

The frame is smooth all around which it and the material has been kept to the minimal.
The machine weights around 3oz.

We are testing an option with the motor attached to the RCA cap to make the release of it easier
and cableless.

Other than that is not a magical machine and it's still requires a talented artist to tattoo with it.
Regarding comparisons. I think this machine is just as good as most quality made rotaries.
Each artist will have a different opinion.

[Zapp]

This i will call modesty and makes you more to a great machine builder and artist !

[Cyberitual]

Hey Gaston, what is the frame or housing made of, I found that to be the most expensive process in building a machine.

[Tommy]

As a dragonfly user, I really like the tensioner. Its a huge selling point for me.

[peter clements]

Agreed, definitly include the tensioner, and yours looks great set on the side, and please include an option for those of us who prefer clipcord. Gaston, are you sentimental about some of your earlier machines (weeping during the night, wishing you had them back) ? I have an early Zen you sold me #18 from your own stash I believe, set up as a color packer. I'll swap you it back for the new rotary if you like........plus a Tee shirt

[slicksteel]

Thanks for the enfo gaston! ,i say leave the tension device but make it easy remove if the artists does not dig it, the motor and wireless rca sounds great that way you could also do a clipcord one for those folks. I like the idea of the piston weight as I have found that rotary that are to light for large groups need to be pushed in which kind of defeats the purpose of being light in the first place.
Looks to be a winner!

[jeffcovell]

Looks like a very sweet machine.

[fkirons]

Frame is made out aluminum. and yes and it is the most complicated and expensive part of the machine, unless you do die cast, graphite cast or investment casting and for that you have to justify quantities.
Tensioner will stay.