Individual Digits for Aluminium Tattoo Pliers, "0"–"9",40 mm, Kerbl

Individual Kerbl tattoo digits (0–9) are interchangeable components designed for professional aluminium tattoo pliers. They eliminate the need to purchase complete digit sets when a single character becomes lost or worn, while allowing users to create any identification number required for livestock registration and breeding records.

Application

The digits are used in daily livestock management and veterinary practice for tattooing:

• ear tissue of piglets, calves, and sheep;
• animals requiring permanent identification numbers;
• livestock enrolled in breeding and performance recording programs.

Designed for demanding farm environments, the digits are resistant to moisture and organic contamination.

How It Works

Each individual digit is installed in the head of a compatible aluminium clamp-style tattoo plier. Every character features a set of sharp steel needles arranged in the shape of the selected number. When the pliers are closed on the animal's ear, the needles puncture the skin, creating channels into which tattoo ink is applied. The rigid base ensures even pressure across all needles, producing a sharp, consistent, and clearly legible tattoo.

In Practice

• High marking precision: Sharp, hardened steel needles create clean punctures, minimizing animal stress while improving pigment penetration.
• Perfect compatibility: The digits are precisely engineered to fit Kerbl aluminium tattoo pliers, preventing movement or misalignment during tattooing.
• Long service life: Manufactured from corrosion-resistant metal alloys, the digits withstand repeated chemical sterilization, supporting high biosecurity standards on the farm.
• Flexible configuration: Individual digits can be purchased separately, making it easy to replace missing numbers and assemble the most commonly used identification combinations.