Stainless steel tip 18RT
- Stock: In Stock
- Estimated delivery time: Thursday, 23.04.2026
- Product code: 372151
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Description
The tips are made of stainless steel, premium quality.
It is safe and easy to clean or sterilize.
Tip type Round-round shape.
Compatible with needles: RL and RS
The 18RT stainless steel tip is the largest round tip in the range, manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, designed for 18-needle round groupings, producing the thickest possible lines with a round configuration. This is an ultra-specialized size exclusively intended for experienced artists working large-scale pieces in styles such as massive tribal, extreme blackwork, monumental ornamental, and Japanese tattoos on very large surfaces. The maximum-size round opening accommodates the 18 needles in a compact but wide formation, allowing impressive ink volume deposition with each pass, creating lines with unmatched thickness and visual presence. Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, the tip withstands unlimited autoclave sterilization cycles at 134 degrees Celsius, maintaining structural integrity and dimensional precision. The CNC-machined interior with premium finish ensures optimal ink flow even through this wide needle configuration. Working with the 18RT tip is a significant technical challenge: it requires a tattoo machine with maximum torque, a powerful supply, and impeccable pressure and speed technique. Only artists with years of experience and perfected control should use this size. Compatible with standard tube systems, but use with 35mm grips is imperatively recommended for maximum stability. The 18RT tip is a rare, specialized piece completing the arsenal of artists dedicated to bold styles at maximum scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should use the 18RT tip?
The 18RT tip is exclusively intended for very experienced artists with years of lining practice. It is an ultra-specialized size requiring perfected control of pressure, speed, and technique. Beginners and intermediate artists should avoid this size and work with 7RT-9RT.
What tattoo machine is needed for 18 needles?
For 18 needles, a machine with maximum torque is needed: powerful coil machines with appropriate springs or direct drive rotary machines with high-power motors. Standard pen machines and medium-power rotary machines cannot efficiently handle this configuration. The power supply must deliver sufficient current.
How often is the 18RT tip used in practice?
The 18RT tip is very rarely used and is considered an extreme specialty piece. Most artists use it only a few times per year for specific projects requiring maximum line thickness. It is a collector's piece in the artist's arsenal, not a daily consumable.
What types of work require lines this thick?
Lines of the thickness produced by the 18RT are used in massive tribal on large surfaces (full back, chest), blackwork with dramatic outlines, monumental ornamental tattoos, and certain full-scale Japanese styles. These lines create visual impact that cannot be replicated with smaller sizes.
Does the 18RT tip consume much more ink?
Yes, ink consumption with 18 needles is substantial. Each pass deposits a significant volume of ink into the skin. Prepare large ink cups and have sufficient stock. Consumption can be 3-4 times higher than working with a 7RT on the same line length.
How is the 18RT tip sterilized?
Sterilization follows the standard protocol: ultrasonic cleaning followed by autoclaving at 134 degrees Celsius. The advantage of the 18RT tip is that the wide opening facilitates interior cleaning. Carefully inspect the interior after cleaning, as ink residue can accumulate in the wider spaces.
What grip is recommended for the 18RT tip?
For the 18RT tip, a 35mm or larger grip is imperatively recommended for maximum stability and control. The weight and force needed to work with 18 needles require a firm, comfortable hold. A grip that is too thin will make control extremely difficult and accelerate hand fatigue.
Is there a quality difference between 18RT tips?
Yes, at large sizes like 18RT, manufacturing quality is critical. Lower quality tips may have uneven interiors that disrupt ink flow and cause unequal deposition. The 18RT tip from tatuat.ro is made from surgical stainless steel with precision CNC finishing.
Can I use the 18RT tip for quick filling?
While 18 round needles can deposit a lot of ink, the round shape is not optimal for filling. Large flat tips (FT) are much more efficient for fills due to their flat configuration covering wide skin bands. The 18RT tip excels at creating thick lines, not fills.
Is the 18RT tip available in a disposable variant?
The 18RT size is relatively rare and is predominantly available in the reusable stainless steel variant. Disposable tips in this size are difficult to find on the market. The stainless steel variant is actually preferable for such a specialized size, as the investment amortizes over time.
Return Policy
THIS PRODUCT IS EXCEPTED FROM RETURN, ACCORDING TO GEO 34/2014 REGARDING CONSUMER RIGHTS.
According to ART. 16- The following are exempted from the right of withdrawal regarding the distance contracts:
- the supply of sealed products which cannot be returned for reasons of health protection or for reasons of hygiene
