Peak

What Is Peak? A Quick Brand Overview

Peak professional tattoo supplies are built with artists in mind. For nearly a decade, they've pushed quality and innovation in their lineup of tattoo machinesOpens a new window, needle cartridgesOpens a new window, and permanent makeup suppliesOpens a new window. All tested by artists to meet the high standards clients deserve.

Peak Tattoo Machines

Peak tattoo machines are crafted for ease of use and high performance. You can deliver consistent quality whether you're lining, shading, or color packing. Pen-style rotary machines include both adjustable-stroke machines, like the Solice Pro 3Opens a new window, and fixed-stroke machines, like the Solice ErgoOpens a new window

Peak Tattoo Needles

Peak needle cartridges help artists create their best work, with needles that are ready to perform out of the box. Their lineup includes StellarOpens a new window, TritonOpens a new window, Quartz, and Blood, each designed with unique features and a variety of configurations to produce stability and precision with every stroke. 

Peak Power & Batteries

Complete your setup with battery packs, power supplies, and foot switches for your Peak needles tattoo machine—everything you need to keep your session going. 

Peak Needle Lines at a Glance

Peak is known for high-quality tattoo needles that artists around the globe have come to trust. Peak offers a lineup of cartridges to cover every aspect of a session (line, shading, and coloring), all with the precision and stability needed to create a lasting piece of art. 

With three Peak needle cartridge lines to choose from, and in a variety of configurations, you can easily match the right needle to your needs:

  • StellarOpens a new window: Made of 304 stainless steel, offers enhanced stability, contains a high durometer membrane to prevent fluid leakage, and comes in 175 different configurations.

  • TritonOpens a new window: Features U.S.-patented linear technology with a plunger ball stabilizer to create crisp lines and easily pack in color. It comes in 115 configurations. 

  • QuartzOpens a new window: The Quartz needles include a safety membrane to prevent ink backflow and an inner stabilizer to prevent wobbling. 

  • BloodOpens a new window: Blood needles are excellent for beginner tattoo artists and everyday use delivering smooth, steady hits with the help of a tension-assisting inner rubber band.

Peak Machines and PMU Options

Peak rotary tattoo machines pair perfectly with their needle cartridges. The company's lineup includes pen-style machines that offer comfort, precision, and the latest technology for every session.


The Solice Pro line features an adjustable stroke range, so you don't have to worry about needless downtime as you switch from lining to shading or coloring. All three models also come with a removable battery and an RCA connection to power you through the day. If you prefer a fixed stroke, turn to the Peak Solice ErgoOpens a new window, SoliceOpens a new window, or S1MPOpens a new window


For those who need a Peak PMU machineOpens a new window, the Peak AstraOpens a new window is a lightweight option that offers the flexibility and stability you need for permanent makeup. Both come with interchangeable cams to adjust the stroke and comfortable ergonomic grips. You can also find compatible Peak needles designed for PMU.  


Shop the full Peak lineup of needles, machines, and PMU supplies at Painful Pleasures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tattoo needle lines does Peak make?

There are three Peak tattoo needle lines, plus the Cerus cartridge needles for PMU machines. The tattoo cartridge needles include:

What separates Peak needles from other tattoo needles?

Each Peak tattoo needleOpens a new window cartridge line offers a different internal design and taper lengths, so you can find a configuration that matches your specific needs. Some of their needles come in unique configurations as well. The Peak Triton needles come in a super-tight round liner, while the Peak Quartz needles come in a tight round shader and a whipshading stipple magnum. The Triton needles also feature a patented linear technology to eliminate needle wobbling. 

Does Peak make PMU machines and cartridges?

Yes, Peak makes PMU machinesOpens a new window and compatible cartridges. The Peak Astra is a wireless PMU machine with an additional RCA setup, if needed. You have the option of three stroke lengths, so you can easily switch between soft shading and linework. Pair the PMU machine with the Cerus cartridge needlesOpens a new window, available in liners, round shaders, flats, and slope. 

What is the difference between Peak Triton and Peak Stellar needles?

The Peak Triton needles are equipped with patented linear technology to stabilize the needle and prevent wobbling, which makes these needles good for high detail and fine lines. They're available in three diameters and tapers, with over 100 possible configurations. Peak Stellar needles are also manufactured to promote stability and are best for linework and dot work. They're available in four diameters and tapers, with 175 possible configurations. 

What is Peak's most popular product?

Peak has several popular products. The Peak Solice Pro series features an adjustable stroke that you can change without powering the machine down. This makes the pen-style tattoo machine quite versatile and easy to use during long tattoo sessions. Peak needle cartridges are also popular, specifically the Stellar, Triton, and Quartz lines. All offer over 100 different configurations and have a membrane to reduce ink and blood backflow.