Sidewinder 46er

The Sidewinder 46er is the evolution of Dan Kubin’s V4–V6 Sidewinders—remastered and engineered for next-level performance. Designed as a strong, precise, off-the-tip rotary liner, the 46er also handles shading, color packing, and single needle work with ease thanks to its wide stroke adjustment range and dynamic power delivery.

  • Key Features

  • Technical Specifications

  • RCA Battery Compatibility

Key Features

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  • Wide stroke range: ~2mm–4mm (true Sidewinder-style response)
  • Large hardened steel stroke wheel with preset stroke range & timing marks
  • Rear-positioned hardened alloy steel impact pin for improved sound and performance
  • Forward weight distribution for better balance and control
  • Precise cam timing for advanced stroke and impact alignment
  • Smooth clamping tube vice
  • Mabuchi motor for long-term consistency and reliability
  • Built-in O-ring groove for quieter operation (with optional performance tradeoff)

Technical Specifications

  • Recommended voltage: 4.0v – 6.5v

  • Weight (Without Battery):

    Brass: 6.04 oz

    Featherweight Aluminum: 4.4 oz

     

    Weight with battery (Approx.): 

    Featherweight + Critical Shorty: 5.77 oz

    Brass + Critical Shorty: 7.4 oz

    Featherweight + Standard Critical Battery: 6.37 oz

    Brass + Standard Critical Battery: 8 oz

  • Polarity:

    Positive up (clockwise motor spin): Sharper, harder hit – ideal for bold lining

    Positive down (counterclockwise): Softer hit – ideal for shading and fine line work

  • Built and verified by Dan Kubin for authentic performance

Battery Info

Designed around the Critical Universal Battery Pack

Also compatible with MusotokuInk ClawPapa, and most right-angle RCA cords

Balances like a pen with forward-weighted battery position

Runtime example: ~3 hours on Critical Shorty Battery

 

46er Overview & Setup

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