Kerbl Aluminum Tattoo Pliers, Various Sizes

Kerbl Aluminum Tattoo Pliers are professional livestock identification tools designed for permanent and highly legible animal marking. They solve the challenge of reliable herd identification by enabling the application of identification numbers that comply with veterinary and breeding record requirements. Manufactured from a lightweight aluminum alloy, the pliers combine excellent mechanical strength with low weight, making them ideal for marking large numbers of animals.

Application

The tool is widely used in cattle, pig, and small ruminant farming. It is designed for:

• Ear tattooing of calves, piglets, and lambs.
• Permanent identification of breeding animals.
• Animal marking within livestock recording and performance monitoring systems.

The pliers are suitable for use in demanding agricultural environments, including milking parlors and pig houses, where resistance to organic contamination is essential.

How It Works

The tattoo pliers operate using a clamping mechanism. A selected combination of numbers or letters is inserted into the tool head. When the handles are squeezed, the characters puncture the animal's ear. The resulting micro-punctures are then filled with a specialized tattoo ink (such as Raidex Black Tattoo Ink), which penetrates the puncture channels and, after healing, forms a permanent, tamper-resistant identification mark.

In Practice

• Lightweight construction: The aluminum body significantly reduces operator fatigue compared with steel models while maintaining the same marking force.
• Precision locking mechanism: Securely holds the characters in the head, preventing movement or accidental release during use.
• Excellent hygiene: The smooth, corrosion-resistant aluminum surface is easy to clean and disinfect after use.
• Available in multiple sizes: Different head sizes (e.g. 7 mm and 10 mm) allow the tool to be matched to the age of the animal and the required identification number format.