Is this Spirit Classic Thermal paper compatible with any thermal stencil printer?
Yes, Spirit is the most well-known tattoo stencil brand on the market, and its thermal papers are compatible with all thermal printers and thermocopiers used by professional studios and tattoo artists.
Can I use this Spirit Classic Thermal paper to make stencils by hand?
Yes. Although this paper was designed to be used in thermal printers, it can also be successfully used for manual stencil work.
Will a stencil made with Spirit Classic Thermal remain visible throughout the entire tattoo session?
Yes. The high-quality pigments and waxes in the carbon sheet provide outstanding results when transferring the design to the skin. When the proper protocol and recommended products are used, the stencil will last throughout the entire session.
Is Spirit Classic Thermal safe for the skin?
Yes. The Spirit Classic Thermal paper range is vegan and certified for safe use on human skin (“SKIN SAFE”).
Is Spirit Classic Thermal vegan certified?
Yes. Spirit Classic Thermal Tattoo Stencil Paper is vegan certified and does not contain any animal-derived ingredients.
How many sheets come in each Spirit Classic Thermal box?
Each package contains 100 sheets in the long 21.6 × 35.5 cm (8.5“ × 14”) size. Each sheet consists of 1 sheet of carbon paper with vegan pigment, 1 sheet of tracing paper on which the stencil will be printed, and an intermediate sheet of onion paper, which protects the tracing paper from the carbon paper and prevents smudging.
Where is Spirit Classic Thermal paper manufactured?
The product is manufactured in the United States, maintaining the brand’s tradition of quality since 1948, and is the most recognized tattoo stencil paper brand on the market.
What is the difference between Spirit Classic Thermal and other Spirit versions?
The Classic Thermal version is a hectograph paper range designed for printing tattoo stencils using thermal printers or thermocopiers. Although it can be used manually, it belongs to the thermal paper range.
Spirit also offers a separate range of manual and freehand hectograph papers for tattoo artists who prefer creating stencils by hand without using thermal printers.
What is the difference between Spirit Classic Thermal Purple and Spirit Classic Thermal Green?
Both belong to the thermal hectograph paper range, meaning they are designed for printing through thermal printers and thermocopiers for tattoo stencils. The only difference is the pigment color used. The purple version is the classic and most well-known on the market, while the green version is a newer option. Both are manufactured to high-quality standards and are vegan.
Does the Spirit Classic Thermal range come in different sizes? Which one should I choose?
Yes, the Spirit Classic Thermal range is available in various sizes and formats, allowing you to choose according to your needs, the size of the tattoo stencil, or the body area being tattooed.
Available sizes include the Standard size (8.5" × 11"), the Long format (8.5" × 14")—highly sought after for half and long sleeves—and the Roll format, often used for backpieces, frontpieces, and very long designs.
How should I store Spirit Classic Thermal paper to maintain its quality?
It is recommended to store the paper in a dry, clean place, protected from direct light and heat. When stored properly, the product maintains consistent performance.