Bold shading. Solid fills. A classic choice for timeless results.

The #12 Classic Round Shader is designed for artists who prefer a traditional feel with maximum saturation. Featuring a larger 0.35 mm grouping, this cartridge lays down more ink per pass, making it ideal for bold fills, rich color packing, and classic shading styles. Built with the same medical-device precision as the rest of the XACTneedleâ„¢ line, each cartridge uses precision-ground Japanese stainless steel and our custom-engineered mould for stable, consistent performance. The result: strong shading and solid coverage with a smooth, reliable hand feel.

Why artists choose #12 RS Classic

#12 (â‰ˆ0.35 mm) "Standard" diameterÂ delivers a bolder mark and heavier ink load.
Round Shader configurationÂ provides soft edges with more saturation per stroke.
Custom-engineered mouldÂ improves grouping stability for smooth shading flow.
Proprietary membraneÂ prevents backflow into grip/machine.
Clear tip designÂ enhances needle visibility during bold color passes.
EO-gas sterilized; lot & expiry clearly printed on each sterile blister pack.

Dial it in for:Â bold color fills Â· traditional shading Â· neo-traditional and Japanese work Â· rich black & grey saturation.

How it fits the lineup:Â TheÂ #12 Classic RSÂ delivers a bolder, more traditional feel with higher ink flow. ChooseÂ #10 Precision RSÂ for balanced, versatile shading.

Technical details

Configuration:Â Round Shader (#12 / â‰ˆ0.35 mm)
Steel:Â Precision-ground Japanese stainless
Housing:Â Clear, medical-grade polymer with beveled visibility window
Sterilization:Â EO gas Â· single-use Â· sterile blister
Quality:Â Manufactured under rigorous medical-device standards with multi-point QC

Precision born from medical manufacturing. Built for tattooing.

XACTneedle Round Shaders

XACTneedle Round Shaders