Cheyenne Craft Cartridge Needle MAGNUM SOFT EDGE (RM)

Cartridge needles Cheyenne Craft needles have the highest quality needles. The patented safety membrane prevents the penetration of blood and ink into the handle. The tightness of the safety membrane complies with all the requirements of the European standard EN 17169. The cartridges are available in 19 needle configurations, suitable for most tattooing techniques. Material: Stainless steel The needles are single-use and sterile packaged The price is per piece Cheyenne Craft Cartridges MAGNUM SOFT EDGE (RM) brings the Round Magnum configuration to Cheyenne's accessible Craft line, delivering smooth shading and gradients at a friendly price. The RM configuration arranges needles with rounded edges — progressively shorter outer needles create an arched profile enabling seamless transitions without hard edges. This geometry, combined with the Craft safety membrane and quality surgical steel, makes Craft RM an excellent option for artists wanting soft shading capability without the premium investment of Safety or Capillary. Standard #12 gauge (0.35mm) and medium taper ensure versatility — from delicate shading to color packing with soft edges. Universal compatibility with all pen-style machines. Compared to Cheyenne Safety RM, Craft RM loses on ink flow and consistency but wins massively on price. Against Big Wasp X RM, performance is comparable with the Cheyenne brand advantage. Against Kwadron RM, Craft RM is technically inferior but more accessible. Available from 7RM through 15RM. Box of 20 EO-sterilized cartridges, CE compliant. The smart choice for intermediate and professional artists wanting Cheyenne soft shading at a controlled budget. Frequently Asked Questions Does Cheyenne Craft RM produce gradients as good as Safety RM? Not at the same level, but the difference is smaller than one might expect. Craft RM delivers good gradients for most applications — neo-traditional, semi-realism, and general shading. Safety RM wins at ultra-fine gradients needed for photorealistic portraits and competitive realism, where the advanced membrane ensures perfectly constant flow. For 80% of soft shading work, Craft RM delivers results that clients will be satisfied with. The difference becomes visible only at the highest level of demand. What voltage should I run Cheyenne Craft RM at? Optimal voltage for Cheyenne Craft RM: 7-8.5V. For delicate soft shading: 7-7.5V. For standard shading: 7.5-8V. For color packing with soft edges: 8-8.5V. The Craft membrane requires 0.3-0.5V higher voltages than Safety for the same results. If you notice harder edges than desired, reduce voltage and slow hand movement — RM works best with slow passes and progressive tone building. What Craft RM sizes are most popular? Most popular are 9RM (most versatile, suitable for 80% of soft shading needs) and 11RM (ideal for medium-large surfaces). 7RM is used for small areas and details. 13RM and 15RM for extensive work. If ordering for the first time, 9RM is the safe choice. For a complete stock, combine 7RM + 9RM + 11RM. Practical rule: if the work area fits under a cartridge of 3 finger widths, use 7RM; if larger, move to 9RM or 11RM. Can I use Cheyenne Craft RM for neo-traditional? Absolutely, Cheyenne Craft RM is an excellent choice for neo-traditional. Neo-traditional style extensively uses shading with soft edges and color packing with smooth transitions — exactly what the RM configuration offers. Craft RM at voltages of 7.5-8.5V with vibrant inks (World Famous Ink, Eternal Ink) produces colored fills with natural transitions specific to the style. Combine with Craft RL for outlines and you have a complete Cheyenne setup for neo-traditional at a controlled price. Is Cheyenne Craft RM good for cover-ups? Cheyenne Craft RM can be used for cover-ups, but with limitations. Cover-up requires dense ink deposition over the existing tattoo — for this, M1 is usually more efficient than RM. RM with soft edges can leave peripheral areas insufficiently covered over the old tattoo. Recommendation: use Craft M1 for the main cover-up packing, then Craft RM only for transitions and gradients at the edges. For complex cover-ups, invest in Safety M1 for optimal results. How does Cheyenne Craft RM compare to Hummingbird RM? Hummingbird RM is a direct competitor in the mid-range segment. Hummingbird offers lower pricing and very good value for money. Cheyenne Craft RM wins on consistency, brand reputation, and post-sale support. Hummingbird wins on price and ink flow (Hummingbird membrane is surprisingly efficient). In practice, both are solid choices. If brand matters to you (client perception, marketing), Cheyenne Craft. If performance per RON invested is the priority, Hummingbird. Does Cheyenne Craft RM work on Bishop Fantom? Yes, Cheyenne Craft RM works perfectly on Bishop Fantom. The cartridge mounts without issues in the standard grip. On Fantom with 3.0mm stroke, Craft RM delivers controlled shading at 7.5-8.5V. Fantom's fixed stroke is suitable for RM, though an adjustable stroke (as Sol Nova Unlimited offers) would provide more flexibility. The Fantom + Craft RM combination is popular among artists wanting Cheyenne quality on non-Cheyenne machines. What taper does Cheyenne Craft RM have? Cheyenne Craft RM has medium taper, with exposure length of approximately 4.5-5mm. This differs from Safety RM which has optimized medium-long taper, and Capillary RM which has long taper dedicated to soft shading. Craft RM's medium taper provides versatility — works well for both soft shading and packing with soft edges, but does not excel at either extreme. For ultra-delicate soft shading, Safety or Capillary with longer taper are superior. How much does Cheyenne Craft RM cost in Romania? Cheyenne Craft RM sits between 80-120 RON for a box of 20 cartridges on the Romanian market. Comparatively: Safety RM costs 150-200 RON, Capillary RM 190-260 RON, Big Wasp X RM 55-80 RON, and Kwadron RM 90-130 RON. Craft RM offers an intermediate price point combining accessibility with the Cheyenne brand. For studios processing large volumes, the cost difference versus Safety becomes significant long-term. Is Cheyenne Craft RM suitable for watercolor tattoos? Yes, Cheyenne Craft RM in 7RM-9RM sizes works well for watercolor technique. The soft edges of the RM configuration create exactly the type of diffuse transitions specific to the watercolor style. Use diluted ink at 1:2 or 1:3 ratio, at moderate voltages (7-7.5V), with wide fluid movements. Craft RM at reduced voltage with diluted ink produces the wet brush effect highly valued in watercolor tattoo. For larger color splashes, alternate between Craft RM and Craft M1.