The Welker Impala Shader is a solid, well-engineered machine. True tattoo artists’ love the smooth performance. The Impala is an excellent all-around shader and appreciated for packing color. Welker is a recognized leader in the tattoo industry. Here are some the special features and industry innovations on the Impala shader:

• The Impala frame is precision, CNC machined from a single piece of 1018 cold-rolled steel
• The frame, armature bar and coil core are full vacuum sealed to increase power and reduce magnetic memory. This is an additional process unique to Welker machines
• Fitted with the Welker Quick-Release vise
• The Welker Impact Dampener produces a quieter, smoother running machine
• Wear-resistant black oxide finish on frame
• Solid brass binding post and contact screw
• Includes standard clip cord connection but a RCA set-up can be requested if preferred
• Medium running speed with a long throw and hard hit
• Ideal for 5’s - 13’s needles
• One inch, 10 wrap black coils with a 22uf capacitor
• Shader machines: 0.18 front spring and rear spring
• Color machines: 0.18 front spring, 0.20 rear spring
• Free running speed: 110-115 CPS|Hz
• Weight: 7.0 oz.

To ensure your new Welker machine runs perfect right out of the box, your Impala will be hand-tuned the day it is shipped! Every Welker machine is individually made at our Brighton, Michigan facility with parts MADE IN THE USA.