Electrum Premium Tattoo Supply
We are committed to providing tattoo artists with the best selection of top-quality tattoo products to enhance the craft. Our extensive inventory of tattoo supplies includes premium tattoo inks, tattoo needles, tattoo machines, and cartridge tattoo needles, ensuring you have the essential tools for exceptional artistry. We also offer a range of medical supplies, such as tattoo anesthetics and ointments, to support safe and comfortable tattooing experiences.
With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Electrum Supply is your trusted partner in the tattoo industry, indlucing tattoo wholesale. Explore our diverse product lineup today, including Electrum Ink, and discover why professionals choose us for their tattoo supply needs.
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We Have Moved
We’ve moved our warehouse and storefront from CR 45 to 1527 W. Wilden Ave.
Thank you for your patience and for being part of the Electrum family.
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Start Playing with Fire
- Safe AF - Industry standard internal membrane
- Stable AF - Featuring the FIRST Double Stabilization Technology (Patent Pending) - Say good bye to needle wobble
- Sharp AF - Crafted with the sharpest 316 Surgical Steel to stay sharp for even the LONGEST sessions
- Affordable AF - Stop paying the premium prices for cartridges - FIRE Cartridges are the same quality as brands like Peak Stellar and Kwadron, but without the excessive pricing.
We're OFFICIALLY changing the meaning of AF to (As Fire)
Use code TRYME20 for 20% off your first order. Use code DISRUPT30 on any Electrum cartridge orders over $500 (FIRE, Gold Standard & PMU) to save 30% every time you order
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We are committed to providing tattoo artists with the best selection of top-quality tattoo products to enhance the craft. Our extensive inventory of tattoo supplies includes premium tattoo inks, tattoo needles, tattoo machines, and cartridge tattoo needles, ensuring you have the essential tools for exceptional artistry.
We also offer a range of medical supplies, such as tattoo anesthetics and ointments, to support safe and comfortable tattooing experiences.
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Blog posts
The Business of Tattooing - Hidden Costs in Your Tattoo Setup You’re Not Tracking (But Definitely Should Be)
You know your machine cost $1,200. You probably track your ink, cartridges, and PPE. But there’s a good chance you’re still bleeding money through the little things—and we’re not talking plasma. These hidden costs quietly eat your profits and make it harder to scale, save, or even just breathe as an artist.
Read moreNeedle Depth 101: How to Hit the Dermis Without Guessing
Needle depth is one of the most intimidating parts of tattooing. Too shallow = patchy. Too deep = blowouts and trauma. But hitting the dermis isn’t guesswork — it’s a system. 1. Know the Layers You need to understand where you’re aiming: • Epidermis – thin outer layer• Dermis – where tattoos live• Subcutaneous – fat layer (do NOT tattoo here) The dermis is about 1–2mm deep depending on body area. 2. Use Proper Needle Hang Your needle should hang out of your cartridge enough that you can see it hit the skin without burying the tip. Too little hang = inconsistenciesToo much = digging Fire cartridges have consistent membrane tension, which helps stabilize how the needle rides — especially for beginners. 3. Listen to the Skin Proper depth sounds and feels: • crisp• smooth• non-scratchy• consistent Too shallow = scratchy and thinToo deep = loud, punchy, too much vibration 4. Watch the Ink Flow A good line leaves clean, steady ink.If the ink looks faint or skips → shallow.If it spreads under the skin → too deep. 5. Control Your Angle Most lining is done between 45–60 degrees. Too flat → shallowToo upright → blowouts 6. Keep the Skin Tight Loose skin absorbs the needle like a sponge, making you go deeper than intended. Triangle stretch = flat canvas = perfect depth. 7. Use Body Position, Not Wrist Guessing Move your entire upper body to maintain consistent depth.Do not “wrist-drive” depth into the skin. 8. Test on Different Skin Types Depth varies by: • ribs• stomach• wrists• ankles• thighs• upper arm Some areas are naturally thinner, needing a lighter depth. 9. Slow Down (But Not Too Slow) Speed controls how long the needle sits in the skin. Too slow: blowoutsToo fast: shallow Find a tempo where your hand speed matches your machine speed. 10. The Beginner-Friendly Rule of Thumb When using high-quality cartridges like Fire: 1–2mm penetration + solid stretch + consistent angle = dermis 90% of the time. Master this formula and depth becomes predictable instead of terrifying.
Read moreThe Business of Tattooing - Tattooing Is Still a Trade. Treating It Like One Matters.
Tattooing is creative.It’s expressive.It’s cultural. But it is still a trade. It relies on: Physical skill developed over time Specialized tools Repetition and refinement Knowledge passed through practice, not shortcuts When tattooing is treated like a hobby instead of a trade, problems follow quickly. Underpricing becomes normal.Overworking feels expected.Reinvesting in tools feels optional instead of necessary. Trades survive because they respect systems.Reliable tools. Repeatable processes. Standards that protect the worker. Professionalism isn’t selling out.It’s how trades stay alive. Social media has blurred the line between visibility and stability. A large following doesn’t guarantee sustainable income. Viral attention doesn’t protect your hands, your back, or your nervous system. Treating tattooing like a trade means: Pricing your labor realistically Choosing tools that perform consistently Building workflows that don’t rely on constant exhaustion The goal isn’t to look successful online.It’s to still be tattooing years from now. That’s trade thinking.And it matters.
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