Machine Voltage Configurator Documentation
Professional voltage and speed calibration tool for rotary and coil tattoo machines
Overview
The Machine Voltage Configurator is a high-precision engineering tool designed to help professional tattoo artists calibrate their power supplies. By analyzing machine physics, stroke length, and dermal interaction, it provides the optimal voltage range for specific techniques while maintaining dermal integrity.
Key Features
- Dynamic Voltage Dial - Interactive SVG-based visualization of power output with 0.1V adjustment increments
- Machine Type Mapping - Calibration for slider and pen-style rotary motors, plus traditional coil profiles
- Technique-Specific Hertz Engine - Optimized settings for lining, shading, color packing, and stippling
- Technical Analysis Hub - Real-time Volts to Hertz conversion and impact force estimation
How to Use
1. Select Machine Type
Choose between Rotary (slider/pen-style) or Coil (traditional electromagnetic) machines.
2. Set Stroke Length
Configure your machine's stroke length (2.5mm - 4.5mm) for accurate calculations.
3. Choose Technique
Select your intended technique: Lining, Shading, Color Packing, or Stippling.
4. Adjust Voltage
Use the interactive dial to set your voltage and see real-time Hz and impact force calculations.
Machine Parameters
| Machine Type | Base Voltage | Hz Constant |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary | 5.0V | 15 Hz/V |
| Coil | 4.5V | 18 Hz/V |
Stroke Modifiers
| Stroke Length | Voltage Adjustment | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5mm | -0.5V | Reduced mass momentum |
| 3.5mm | +0.5V | Standard equilibrium |
| 4.5mm | +1.5V | High resistance compensation |
Technique Hz Ranges
| Technique | Hz Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lining | 100-140Hz | Fast, sharp retraction |
| Shading | 70-90Hz | Soft impact, low trauma |
| Color Packing | Variable | High-torque saturation |
| Stippling | Variable | Controlled pulse intervals |
Technical Details
The tool uses a multi-variable linear regression model based on standard motor constants and machine physics:
voltage = baseVoltage + strokeModifier[length] + techniqueModifier[tech]
speedHz = voltage × hertzConstant[machineType]
impactForce = f(voltage, techniqueWeight)
Related Tools
- Needle Selector - Find the perfect needle configuration
- Needle Taper Visualizer - Visualize needle geometry
- Equipment Compatibility - Check machine compatibility
Scientific Foundation: This tool is based on the Needle Geometry & Dermal Physics Wiki.