Armature Bar - Shader (Steel)

Name: Armature Bar - Shader (Steel)
Brand: Lucky MFG
SKU: ABS1.700ST
Price: 6.25 USD
Availability: InStock

$6.25

SKU: ABS1.700ST

About this item

The Armature Bar – Shader (Steel) is a key moving component in traditional coil tattoo machines, designed to provide the slower, heavier hit that shader setups rely on. As the coils energize, the magnetic field pulls the armature bar downward; when the circuit breaks, the springs return it upward—creating the oscillating motion that drives the needle bar.

These shader bars are made from 1018 steel, chosen for its strong magnetic response and durability in coil machine setups. Each bar measures 3/8″ wide and comes in multiple overall length options, allowing machine builders to tune the weight and balance of their shader machines. They’re available in black oxide, nickel-plated, or raw steel finishes and are made in the USA by Lucky Supply MFG.

Features
• Material: 1018 steel
• Width: 3/8″
• Available overall lengths:
• 2.097″ (1.85″ bar / 0.25″ nipple)
• 1.925″ (1.70″ bar / 0.225″ nipple)
• 1.875″ (1.63″ bar / 0.245″ nipple)
• 1.780″ (1.55″ bar / 0.23″ nipple)
• 1.700″ (1.45″ bar / 0.225″ nipple)
• Available finishes: Black oxide, nickel plated, or raw steel
• Designed for shader coil tattoo machines
• Qty: 1 piece
• Made in the USA by Lucky Supply MFG

Balanced weight. Smooth machine cycle. Built for shader setups.

Tattoo Machine Armature Bars

Lucky Supply manufactures precision tattoo machine armature bars for professional coil machines. Our armature bars are machined from high-quality 1018 steel and designed for consistent machine tuning and long service life.

Available options include:

• Liner Armature Bars – built for fast-running liner setups
• Shader Armature Bars – balanced for smooth shading performance

All Lucky armature bars are made in the USA by Lucky Supply Manufacturing.

Looking for a liner setup?
Check out our Steel Liner Armature Bars for Coil Tattoo Machines.