Abstract: An adapter for use with a tattoo machine is disclosed. The adapter may enable a tattoo machine configured with a wireless battery pack to switch to a wired configuration by removing the wireless battery pack and replacing it with the adapter. One end of the adapter may be affixed to a portion of the tattoo machine so that the adapter may deliver power to the componentry of the tattoo machine to facilitate the operation of the tattoo machine. The other end of the adapter may include a connector for enabling connection of the adapter to a power supply or power source so that power may be delivered from the power supply or power source through the adapter and to the tattoo machine. When the tattoo machine is powered, the motor of the tattoo machine may reciprocate a needle included in a needle cartridge affixed to the tattoo machine.

Abstract: A wirelessly powered tattoo machine is disclosed, which has a substantially radially symmetric exterior shape for optimal manipulability by a user, and integrated controls for on-device configuration and operation. The power supply component of the machine may be removed, and multiple battery packs may be utilized with a single machine for continuous use. The machine may also be powered by wire and simultaneously operate the machine while charging a connected battery pack. The machine may further include wireless communication with one or more separate devices to operate the machine or control the machine's settings, such as a foot pedal or mobile phone.

Abstract: An adapter for use with a tattoo machine is disclosed. The adapter may enable a tattoo machine configured with a wireless battery pack to switch to a wired configuration by removing the wireless battery pack and replacing it with the adapter. One end of the adapter may be affixed to a portion of the tattoo machine so that the adapter may deliver power to the componentry of the tattoo machine to facilitate the operation of the tattoo machine. The other end of the adapter may include a connector for enabling connection of the adapter to a power supply or power source so that power may be delivered from the power supply or power source through the adapter and to the tattoo machine. When the tattoo machine is powered, the motor of the tattoo machine may reciprocate a needle included in a needle cartridge affixed to the tattoo machine.

Abstract: An adapter for use with a tattoo machine is disclosed. The adapter may enable a tattoo machine configured with a wireless battery pack to switch to a wired configuration by removing the wireless battery pack and replacing it with the adapter. One end of the adapter may be affixed to a portion of the tattoo machine so that the adapter may deliver power to the componentry of the tattoo machine to facilitate the operation of the tattoo machine. The other end of the adapter may include a connector for enabling connection of the adapter to a power supply or power source so that power may be delivered from the power supply or power source through the adapter and to the tattoo machine. When the tattoo machine is powered, the motor of the tattoo machine may reciprocate a needle included in a needle cartridge affixed to the tattoo machine.

Abstract: A tattoo machine apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a grip adjuster, a grip guide, and a ratchet disc. The components are arranged so that the grip adjuster houses a cartridge receiver and allows for needle depth adjustment while the grip guide ensures that the needle cartridge maintains its orientation and accepts the ratchet disc which provides positive stop adjustment and prevents unwanted rotation and thus accidental adjustment of the needle depth. In use, a backstem portion of a tattoo machine grip is inserted into the receiving portion of a tattoo machine. The tattoo machine is tightened down onto the backstem of the tattoo machine grip and holds it in place.

Abstract: A magnetically driven tattoo machine is disclosed, which has a substantially radially symmetric exterior shape and be driven by a sensor-controlled electromagnetic coil. The machine has no oscillating mechanical components, and thus reduces or eliminates vibration. The machine may include a housing mechanically isolated from a needle cartridge or subcomponents that can be disassembled and sterilized. The electromagnet may be controlled by a sensor integral with the coil, housed within the machine, or within an external power supply. The machine may be powered by internal battery or by an external power source. The machine may also be controlled wirelessly.

Abstract: An adapter for use with a tattoo machine is disclosed. The adapter may enable a tattoo machine configured with a wireless battery pack to switch to a wired configuration by removing the wireless battery pack and replacing it with the adapter. One end of the adapter may be affixed to a portion of the tattoo machine so that the adapter may deliver power to the componentry of the tattoo machine to facilitate the operation of the tattoo machine. The other end of the adapter may include a connector for enabling connection of the adapter to a power supply or power source so that power may be delivered from the power supply or power source through the adapter and to the tattoo machine. When the tattoo machine is powered, the motor of the tattoo machine may reciprocate a needle included in a needle cartridge affixed to the tattoo machine.

Abstract: A switch or footswitch for use with a tattoo machine is disclosed. The switch or footswitch may include a housing configured to protect and house a plurality of components of the switch or footswitch. The housing may include an accelerometer that may be utilized to detect an acceleration associated with the switch or footswitch, such as a tap made on the housing itself. Upon detection of an acceleration associated with the switch or footswitch, the accelerometer may generate a signal and transmit the signal to a communication device of the switch or footswitch. The communication device may then transmit the signal to the tattoo machine to activate the tattoo machine, deactivate the tattoo machine, adjust a setting of the tattoo machine, or control operative functionality of the tattoo machine. The switch or footswitch may also include a radio frequency ground plate and overlay membrane to enhance radio frequency reception.

Abstract: A magnetically driven tattoo machine is disclosed, which has a substantially radially symmetric exterior shape and be driven by a sensor-controlled electromagnetic coil. The machine has no oscillating mechanical components, and thus reduces or eliminates vibration. The machine may include a housing mechanically isolated from a needle cartridge or subcomponents that can be disassembled and sterilized. The electromagnet may be controlled by a sensor integral with the coil, housed within the machine, or within an external power supply. The machine may be powered by internal battery or by an external power source. The machine may also be controlled wirelessly.

Abstract: A system for facilitating control of and interaction with a tattoo machine and associated accessories is disclosed. In particular, the system includes a software application, which may be utilized to scan for devices within a communication range of a device executing the software application. Devices that are detected by the device and application may be wirelessly paired and/or synchronized with the application and with each other using any suitable communications technology. The detected devices, for example, may include wireless tattoo machines and associated tattoo machine accessories. Once the detected devices and/or application are wirelessly paired with each other, the system may enable a user to control the tattoo machine, the tattoo machine accessory, or both by utilizing the application. For example, the system may utilize the application to adjust settings of the tattoo machine, record tattoo machine usage, schedule tattoo sessions, and conduct a variety of other actions.

Abstract: A microneedling machine for tattooing is disclosed, which has a substantially radially symmetric exterior shape and may include subcomponents that can be disassembled and sterilized. The machine may include an adjustment mechanism for configuring the impact of the microneedle into skin. The machine may also include a motion translation device adapted to change rotational motion of the drive shaft or motor into linear reciprocating motion of the microneedle.

Abstract: A microneedling machine for tattooing is disclosed, which has a substantially radially symmetric exterior shape and may include subcomponents that can be disassembled and sterilized. The machine may include an adjustment mechanism for configuring the impact of the microneedle into skin. The machine may also include a motion translation device adapted to change rotational motion of the drive shaft or motor into linear reciprocating motion of the microneedle.

Abstract: An independently operable offset wireless tattoo machine battery pack is disclosed. The battery pack is offset relative to a tattoo machine power interface such that the center of gravity of the battery pack is longitudinally closer to the center of gravity of the tattoo machine than is the power interface. The offset wireless tattoo machine battery pack may include electronic circuitry that controls and operates a tattoo machine independent of any separate control unit, providing a unified wireless standalone tattoo machine.

Abstract: An electronically power-adjusted tattoo machine, power supply, and methods for controlling needle reciprocation are disclosed. The dynamic power adjustment controls needle impact force of a tattoo machine through electronic circuitry which establishes a baseline current of a tattoo machine motor, monitors current drawn by the motor, and increases or decreases the voltage provided to the motor as the current changes. The rate and degree of voltage adjustment may be varied by user-defined settings.

Abstract: A grip apparatus or kit, and methods of use thereof, that includes a grip housing having a cartridge receiving portion and a motor housing mating portion at opposite ends. The cartridge receiving end having dimensioned to receive a needle cartridge. The opposite end dimensioned to receive a motor drive pin of a needling device. The grip apparatus including a resilient barrier within the grip housing, positioned between the cartridge receiving portion and the motor housing mating portion. The resilient barrier comprising a flexible portion that may include alignment structures having concave, convex, stepped configurations, or a combination thereof.