E-Stim Systems - ElectroRing - Metal Cock ring

A metal cock ring that can also function as an e-stim electrode: the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing is E-Stim’s modular take on a product that is normally quite simple. Each ring is crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, finished with the signature Satin Finish, and equipped with heavy-duty 4 mm connectors. Choose from no fewer than nine inner diameters ranging from 25 to 65 mm and use the ElectroRing on its own as a metal cock ring, as a monopolar electrode, or as a building block within the more extensive ElectroRing System.
That modular nature is what makes it special. During electroplay, a single ElectroRing forms one electrical contact point. Combine two rings, and you can create a bipolar configuration. Add spacers, a Stacker, or even a Ring Rack, and the initially simple little ring slowly transforms into a technical building set for adults. E-Stim has essentially turned the classic cock ring into a complete ecosystem.

Nine diameters ranging from 25 to 65 mm

The E-Stim ElectroRing is available in nine inner diameters, each in 5-mm increments: These are inner diameters. This distinction is important when determining the correct size. E-Stim Systems also engraves the diameter directly onto the ring, making it easy to tell the different sizes apart.

• 25 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 74 mm
• 30 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 94 mm
• 35 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 110 mm
• 40 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 126 mm
• 45 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 141 mm
• 50 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 157 mm
• 55 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 173 mm
• 60 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 188 mm
• 65 mm: suitable for a circumference of approximately 204 mm

Measuring the Right ElectroRing

A metal cock ring does not stretch. Determining the correct size is therefore considerably more important than with a flexible silicone ring.
Use a flexible measuring tape to measure around the area where you want to wear the ElectroRing. Do this in the condition in which the ring will actually be used. You can then compare the measured circumference with the official size chart.
According to E-Stim, the ring should fit snugly but not too tightly. A ring that’s too small can cause unwanted compression and circulation problems. A ring that’s too loose makes less even skin contact and can actually cause localized electrical hotspots during e-stim.
If you’re unsure between two diameters, remember that a ring that’s too tight is not the goal. E-Stim Systems even sells a special ElectroRing Sizing System for this purpose, complete with trial rings in all nine sizes.

Aircraft-Grade Aluminum with a Satin Finish

Every ElectroRing is manufactured from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy. This combines a sturdy metal construction with a significantly lower weight than if the same ring were made of solid steel.
The surface features the durable Satin Finish that E-Stim Systems also uses for various other premium electrodes. As a result, the ring feels smooth and has an even, silky metallic sheen.
The metal also serves as the conductive surface. When the ElectroRing is used as an electrode, it is therefore the ring itself that makes contact with the skin.

Two 4 mm sockets—but only one electrical contact zone

Each ElectroRing has two heavy-duty 4 mm sockets, one on each side. At first glance, this might suggest that the ring is bipolar, but that is emphatically not the case.
Both connections are located on the same conductive metal ring. The two sockets are positioned so that you can choose which side is most comfortable for the cable.
Therefore, never connect both plugs from the same output channel to the same ElectroRing.Doing so does not create two separate contact points. The entire ring remains a single electrical contact zone.
When using a single ElectroRing, use only one 4 mm connection. The second connection can remain empty.

A single ElectroRing is monopolar

An electrical circuit requires at least two separate contact points. A single ElectroRing forms only one and therefore functions as a monopolar electrode.
For e-stim, you should therefore combine it with a second suitable electrode. This could be a second ElectroRing, for example, but it could also be a Conductive Rubber Loop, an adhesive pad, or another suitable monopolar electrode.
If you use two ElectroRings, one cable connector goes to the first ring and the other to the second. This creates an electrical circuit between the two separate metal contact zones.

From a Standalone Cock Ring to the ElectroRing System

The ElectroRing was originally developed as part of the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing System. In this system, two separate rings are separated from each other by an insulating spacer.
Because both metal rings remain electrically isolated, they form two separate contact points. This creates a true bipolar configuration.
The clever thing about the system is that the diameters don’t have to be the same. For example, you can choose a larger ring to place behind the penis and testicles and a smaller ring for the shaft of the penis. The rings within the system are interchangeable.
However, the individual ElectroRing you’re purchasing here contains one ring. The components of the complete ElectroRing System are not automatically included.

Standard 4 mm Cable or Low Profile

The ElectroRing uses the well-known 4 mm connector from E-Stim Systems. For use with an E-Stim powerbox, you can use the standard 4 mm cable, among other options.
Another interesting option is the 4 mm Low Profile Cable. With this cable, the connector protrudes less, which can be more practical depending on the placement.
If you’re combining an ElectroRing with an electrode that has a 2 mm/TENS connector, E-Stim Systems offers the BiCable for this purpose. This cable combines one 4 mm plug with one 2 mm/TENS connector.
A connection cable is not included as standard with the standalone ElectroRing.

Water-based gel helps prevent hotspots

E-Stim Systems recommends using a water-based conductive gel, such as its own ElectroGel, during electrical use. A thin layer between the metal and the skin helps distribute the electrical contact more evenly across the surface.
This is especially important with a metal ring. Poor or uneven skin contact can cause the electrical signal to concentrate in a smaller area, potentially creating so-called hotspots.
A proper fit, even skin contact, and a sufficiently conductive water-based gel therefore work together. In electroplay, good contact is more important than brute force.

Can also be used as a regular metal cock ring

No power box connected? According to E-Stim Systems, the ElectroRing can also be worn as a regular metal cock ring.
The electrical connection doesn’t change the fact that you have a sturdy, non-stretchable metal ring. The safety guidelines for a rigid cock ring therefore still apply.
Check blood circulation regularly and remove the ring immediately if you experience pain, numbness, noticeable discoloration, swelling, cold skin, or other unusual symptoms. Because aluminum doesn’t stretch, the correct diameter is essential.

A fully modular system

If you want to expand your setup later, you don’t have to discard the individual ElectroRing. E-Stim Systems has specifically designed the various components within the ElectroRing platform to work together seamlessly.
In addition to the two-ring ElectroRing System, there are various spacers, a longer separator, Stackers, and even a Ring Rack that allows multiple ElectroRings and Conductive Rubber Loops to be combined into a single assembly.
So you can start with a single ring as a monopolar electrode and expand later. A single metal ring is thus more like the first Lego brick than the finished structure.

General Features

• Brand: E-Stim Systems
• Product: ElectroRing
• Type: metal cock ring / monopolar e-stim electrode
• 9 available inner diameters
• Sizes: 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, and 65 mm
• Diameter engraved on each ring
• Material: aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
• Finish: Satin Finish
• Sturdy, non-stretchable construction
• 2 × 4 mm sockets, positioned on opposite sides
• Both sockets belong to the same electrical contact zone
• When used as a standalone electrode, connect only one 4 mm socket
• Monopolar electrode
• Requires a second separate contact point for e-stim
• Can be combined with a second ElectroRing
• Can also be combined with other suitable monopolar electrodes
• Compatible with standard E-Stim 4 mm Cable
• Compatible with E-Stim 4 mm Low Profile Cable
• Compatible with the modular ElectroRing System
• Can also be used as a metal cock ring without e-stim
• Connection cable not included
• Lifetime warranty for the original purchaser according to manufacturer’s terms

Safe Use

Determine the size carefully before using a metal cock ring. The ElectroRing should make sufficient contact with the skin but must not dangerously restrict blood flow. Check the skin regularly during use and remove the ring immediately if you experience pain, numbness, swelling, cold skin, or unusual discoloration.
For e-stim, use one 4 mm connection from the ElectroRing and a second separate electrical contact point. Connect everything while the power box is turned off, set the intensity to minimum, and only then increase it gradually.
E-Stim Systems recommends electroplay below the waist, warns against use around the head and neck, and advises against e-stim during pregnancy, in cases of epilepsy, heart conditions, and with electronic implants such as a pacemaker or insulin pump. Do not use electrodes on damaged or irritated skin, and consult a doctor beforehand if you have any medical concerns.

FAQ

What size E-Stim Systems ElectroRing Metal Cock ring do I need?
The ElectroRing is available in inner diameters ranging from 25 to 65 mm, in 5-mm increments. Use a flexible measuring tape to measure the circumference at the spot where you want to wear the ring and compare it to the size chart. The ring should fit snugly without restricting blood flow too much. Since metal does not stretch, accurate measurement is important.
Is the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing Metal Cock ring bipolar?
No. A single ElectroRing is a monopolar electrode. Although the ring has two 4 mm sockets, both are connected to the same metal ring. For e-stim, you therefore need a second separate contact point, such as a second ElectroRing, a Conductive Rubber Loop, or a suitable pad.
Why does the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing Metal Cock ring have two 4 mm connectors?
The two sockets give you the choice of which side to connect the cable to. They do not form separate poles. Therefore, do not connect both plugs from the same channel to the same ring. When using a single ElectroRing, use one socket and leave the other free.
Can I use the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing Metal Electro Cock ring without e-stim?
Yes. E-Stim Systems designed the ElectroRing so that it can also be used as a regular, sturdy metal cock ring. Keep in mind that aircraft-grade aluminum does not stretch. Therefore, choose the correct diameter carefully and check blood flow regularly during use.
With nine diameters ranging from 25 to 65 mm, the E-Stim Systems ElectroRing can be tailored surprisingly precisely to the wearer. Use it as a metal cock ring, a monopolar electrode, or as the first building block of the extensive ElectroRing System. Your chosen size will be shipped quickly, carefully, and in completely discreet packaging.