Round Liner
Your weapon for all kinds of lines. The needle tips converge slightly at the end. For pin-sharp lines and dot work.
(illus. 3007 Medium Taper)
Straight Round Liner
Unlike the Round Liner, the needles on the Straight are open and not conically soldered. As a result, the lines are thicker with the same number of needles as with the Round Liner.
(illus. 3509 Medium Taper)
One Off Liner
One-off liners are round needle arrangements where the needle is missing in the middle. On the market, these are also known as standard hollow or empty liners.
(illus. 3007 Long Taper)
Bug Pin
Bug Pin is not a needle arrangement but a special type of taper. BugPin needles, also known as Extreme Long Taper (XLT), are the finest needles on the market and are therefore very suitable for fine line and particularly delicate work. Bug pin needles take their name from entomology (the science of insects), because the same needles are used by anthropologists to fix exoskeletons for their research.
(illus.
2507 Bug Pin Round Liner
)
Round Shader
Round, particularly open soldered needle configurations that are particularly suitable for filling and shading smaller or angled areas.
(illus. 3015 Long Taper)
Soft Edge Round Shader
The needles in the middle are longer than the outer needles. This creates a curve. Soft shading can be achieved from any angle without creating edges.
(illus. 3055 Long Taper)
Magnum
Two offset rows of needles. Ideal for filling or shading large areas. Also known in specialist circles as 'Flat' Magnum.
(illus. 3509 Long Taper)
Soft Edge Magnum
Two offset rows of needles similar to the Flat Magnum. The difference is that the needles are soldered in a slightly semi-circular arrangement. This means that the outer needles are 'shorter' and become 'longer' towards the middle. Ideal for soft shades and soft color gradients.
(illus. 2513 Long Taper)
Magnum Whip Shader
There are three liner configurations arranged next to each other on each needle bar. A 5-piece whip shader therefore consists of 5 side by side, i.e. with 5 x 3 needles. Ideal for pepper shading and dot work.
(illus. 3506 Long Taper)
Taper & Needle Size
The Most Important Questions About Tattoo Needles and Cartridges at a Glance
How do I know if the cartridge fits my tattoo pen?
Tattoo cartridges from Magic Moon are compatible with all common tattoo machines and pens, such as Cheyenne, Neuma, or Critical. Simply plug them in and start tattooing.
What does needle thickness mean?
Needle thickness indicates the diameter of the needle tip in millimeters. It influences how fine or bold the tattooed line appears. Ultra-thin needles like our Lunar series with 0.18 mm are ideal for realistic work, fineline, permanent makeup, and medical tattoos.
What is taper in tattoo needles?
The taper describes the length of the needle tip. Medium and long tapers are most common, while Bug Pin needles have an extra-long taper that allows ultra-fine, precise lines.
What does needle configuration mean?
Needle configuration refers to the type and arrangement of needles, defining their use. For example: Round Liners are used for outlines, Magnums for shading or filling. A complete overview can be found in above in the Needle Knowledge section.
What does the number under “Needles” mean?
The number specifies how many needles are soldered together on the bar. A “3” means that three needles penetrate the skin simultaneously when tattooing.
Which needle or cartridge should I use?
The right choice depends on your tattoo style. For detailed explanations, see above in our Tattoo Needle (Module) Knowledge section. Here you can find our tattoo needles & cartridges.
How do I clean my needles while tattooing?
During tattooing, you can clean needles and cartridges to switch colors. We recommend Cleaning Caps: fill them with water and Oxxolon, run the needle into the sponge, and it will be cleaned within seconds without damage.
Are tattoo needles and cartridges disposable?
Yes. All tattoo needles and cartridges are single-use products and must be disposed of safely in a sharps container after the tattoo session.