Electrosex And E-stim Electrode Position Guide
Some Inspirational E-stim Masturbation Techniques
First of all, this article is a little bit naughtier than my usual ones, and it depicts explicit visual demonstrations of electrode positioning on both penis owners and vulva owners so before you scroll down, please make sure it is safe and wise to do so where you are.
If you don't know what e-stim or electrosex is then check out my beginners guide to e-stim. It is a fantastic way to masturbate, that can lead to a hands-free e-stim orgasm.
Yes, it is possible to achieve true hands-free orgasms while stimming, but it does take a bit to trial and error to find out what works best for you and let's face it just doing that is a good excuse to dust off the e-stim control box and to start experimenting.
Safety First
Make sure that your e-stim equipment is serviceable and has passed any relevant standards such as the CE mark in Europe. Examine cables for damage especially near to the plugs and remember to attach electrodes with the control unit switched off to prevent any nasty surprise shocks.
Always think safety when you play with electrosex equipment as let's face it you want to be achieving hands-free orgasms for a long time to come.
Safety Note: Trimming Pad Style Monopole Electrodes
Recently I have been made aware of two instances of pad style monopole electrodes cauing problems in the form of arcing.
The first was when as small 25mm pad-style electrode that wasn't very sticky that touched a metal electrode causing a huge drop in resistance with caused the edge of the pad to actually start to heat up, smolder and then catch fire. The image below shows that pad. The moral of this one is keep your electrodes seperated.
"Well - yesterday I was worried that the magic smoke may have escaped from my transformers or amp ... but everything seems fine (coil resistance seems right, no evidence of overheated or failed components, power supply voltage correct).
Experienced E-Stim User
But I heard a crackle and smelt the acrid smoke of fried electronics. Of course, emergency power off! Just about to test things again today, when I noticed the smoking gun! These 25mm pads are not very sticky, and this must have shifted to short against my cage/common terminal.
No sign of injury, and I didn't feel anything. But if I had been restrained, so I couldn't cut the power....?"
The second what when a pad that had been cut down arced and caught fire while fitted to the user's glans (eek). It looks like too much of the conductive wire was trimmed away, so please ensure that when trimming pads, you don't trim off too much. The user was using the pad with Tensive Conductive Adhesive, suggesting it wasn't too sticky either.
"It arced right where the black dot is on the left
Experienced E-Stim User
the next closest wire or electrode was several inches away
4+
This was head common
the only other electrodes was a CR loop at the base and a CR loop around balls
I watched it arc to itself
bright flash and then immediate flames
I clearly cut through the strands of wire at the end, it's hard to take a picture of though cause black on black"
I urge everyone when using new equipment or altering equipment to be very wary when using especially for the first few times. Ensure that you can quickly remove the power and have a damp cloth to hand to cool things down quickly if something goes wrong.
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E-Stim FAQ
I often get asked general e-stim questions and I have put them together into an E-stim FAQ section so if you have a general question about e-stim then check out my E-Stim FAQ page.
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E-Stim Diary
Finding the right combination of electrodes, positions for them, routines and settings on your control box can require a lot of trial and error (its a good excuse for some kinky fun though). I strongly recommend that you keep a stimming diary to record positions and settings so that it is easy to see what you have tried in the past and what worked and didn't.
When you find the sweet combinations that result in amazing hands-free orgasms record the positions and settings so that you can easily recreate them at a later date. Trust me this is good advice and will make the process of learning how to use your equipment much faster.
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Penis Cock Ring Electrode Positioning Guide
I also have a seperate guide to penis stimulation using cock loops that focuses on the Dorsal and Perineal nerves.
Electrosex Penis Play Guide For Hands Free Orgasms
Did You Know I Make DIY Electrodes?
On the DIY equipment side of my hobby, I have designed a 3D printable cock ring guide and insulator that helps you focus on both the Dorsal and Perineal nerves.
DIY Estim Penis Play Conductive Rubber Cock Loop Insulator
Electrode Positioning
As penis and vulva owners are different physiologically in our genital regions, some options work best for and not the other. For instance, as vulva owners do not have a prostate, they feel anal stimming in a different way to penis owners.
Now I am not saying that vulva owners don't enjoy anal estim action, perish the thought. I love a little backdoor, estim action. All I am saying is that sensations can widely differ from sex to sex and also from person to person.
With that in mind check out all of the positions highlighted here and try whichever ones you fancy. You may find that some don't work well for you, but you may just manage to find the position that sends you into a state of orgasmic bliss in no time at all.
To that end I have broken down the electrode positions into different areas - Penis & Vulva Owners (no surprises there I guess). There is a good deal of cross over between the two, together with a separate section for Tri-Phase electrode positions. So without further ado, here are my recommended estim electrode positions.
Quick Links
Use the links below to quickly jump to the relevant section of this article for the information that you are looking for:
- - Vulva Owners Electrode Positions (7 Suggestions).
- - Penis Owners Electrode Positions (11 Suggestions).
- - Penis & Vulva Owners Tri-Phase Electrode Positions (4 Suggestions).
- - Precautionary note about pad style electrodes.
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Vulva Owners Electrode Positions
Position 1 - Two Monopole Adhesive Pad Electrodes - Vulva
Place one either side of your vulva about inline with your clitoris for the best sensations. This setup requires a single channel so it is again good for entry level kits with only one output channel.
The current flows from one pad to the other through your clitoris and the surrounding tissue and this can feel incredible on low power settings and also at higher settings.
It has the benefit of leaving good access to your clitoris and vagina so that you are free to use a finger, a dildo or a vibrator for added stimulation.
If you are really feeling adventurous try asking your partner to stimulate you orally whilst in this position.
Experiment with the positions of the pads to see what works best for you. You can even move them further apart and place them on the inside of your thighs for different sensations.
Position 2 - Two Monopole Adhesive Pad Electrodes - Buttocks
Place one either side of your bum cheeks, this setup requires a single channel so it is again good for entry level kits with only one output channel.
The current flows from one pad to the other through your bum cheeks causing your muscles to tighten in time with the current pulses. It can be a lot of fun when having sex as it tightens everything up and your partner will definitely appreciate the added sensations.
Again it leaves you with good access so that you can play with yourself with your fingers or a toy whilst enjoying the pulses.
Experiment with the positions of the pads to see what works best for you. You can even more the pads closer to your anus for more pronounced sensations.
Position 3 - Two Monopole Adhesive Pad Electrodes - Vulva To Buttocks
Place one adhesive pad electrode above your clitoris on your vulva and the second one between your butt cheeks close to your anus. This setup requires a single channel so it is again good for entry level kits with only one output channel.
The current flows from one pad to the other through your vulva and clitoris as well as your anus causing your muscles to tighten in time with the current pulses. Again this one can be a lot of fun when having sex as it tightens everything up and your partner will definitely appreciate the added sensations.
This position also leaves you with good access so that you can play with yourself with your fingers or a toy whilst enjoying the pulses.
Position 4 - One Bipolar Electrode - Inserted Into The Vagina
This setup still only uses one channel so it's good for any control box. It feels incredible and can also be used for kegel muscle training which can aid in bladder control and sexual performance.
Depending on the design of the electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the vaginal tract producing some incredible sensations I like to term the phrase "ghost fucking" when I do this as it does feel like you are getting a good seeing to on higher power levels.
This position means that you can't insert anything else vaginally but there is always your anus if you are feeling adventurous and of course your fingers or a vibrator can also be used on your clitoris for added stimulation.
Position 5 - One Bipolar Electrode - Inserted Into The Rectum
This setup still only uses one channel so it's good for any control box. It feels very nice and the current flow will cause your muscles to tighten and this can be incredible if you are riding your partner as they will benefit from it as well.
Depending on the design of the electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the rectum producing some incredible sensation.
This position means that you can't insert anything else anally but you can of course use your fingers a dildo or a vibrator on your pussy for added stimulation.
An anal electrode is often associated with BDSM play and indeed electrosex can make for an amazing scene for those who practice that sort of play.
Note: Anal electrodes shouldn't be inserted into the vagina after use unless you are 100% certain that you can sterilise it properly.
Position 6 - Two Bipolar Electrodes - Inserted Into The Vagina & Rectum
With this you get the benefit of being very full and a top of the range control box can do miracles with their pulsations bouncing from one electrode to the other.
Depending on the design of the electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the rectum and vagina producing some incredible sensations.
This position means that you can't insert anything else but you can of course use your fingers a dildo or a vibrator on your clitoris for added stimulation.
This sort of electrode configuration is for people who are used to multiple penetrations as it can take some practice to be able to take both electrodes.
Position 7 - One Bipolar Electrode & Two Adhesive Pads - Inserted Into The Vagina & Pads On Vulva
A dual channel control box really ups the game and they can produce amazing sensations in different parts of your body at the same time.
Depending on the design of the electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the vaginal canal producing some incredible sensations whilst the current from the pads pass through and around the clitoris.
This position will have you shuddering and really enjoying yourself, you could of course take the bipolar electrode anally instead of vaginally.
This sort of electrode configuration is very intense and ideal for any BDSM scene or simply when pleasuring yourself.
Penis Owners Electrode Positions
Position 1 - Two Monopole Cock Loops - Cock and/or Balls
Great sensations can be had, if using cock loops make sure that you use plenty of electrolube to make sure that you don't get hot spots and you can a good electrical connection.
You should experiment with the position of the loops in order to find what works best for you. This set up also forms the basis of a number of very interesting electrode combinations such as using a cock loop and an anal electrode to send the current deep inside yourself through your prostate.
This set up only requires one channel and so it can be enjoyed with any e-stim control box.
Position 2 - One Monopole Cock Loop & One Adhesive Pad - Cock and Perinium
Use plenty of electrolube on the cock loops but don't put any on the adhesive pad as if you do it will not stick. It's a good idea to shave the area that you are sticking the pad to as the adhesive is strong on a good quality pad - ouchie.
You should experiment with the position of the loop in order to find what works best for you. You can move the cock loop down the penis or even exchange it for a penis plug.
This set up only requires one channel and so it can be enjoyed with any e-stim control box and the electrical pulses travel all the way up your penis with this set up.
Position 3 - One Bipolar Electrode - Inserted Into The Rectum
This setup still only uses one channel so it's good for any control box. It feels very nice and the current flow will cause your muscles to tighten and this can be incredible especially on higher settings.
Depending on the design of the electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the rectum producing some incredible sensations.
This position means that you can't insert anything else anally but you can of course still masturbate as usual whilst enjoying the pulses.
Using an insertable bipolar electrode is pretty much a no brainer as its obviously going to go up your butt but check out the next positions for some twists on this fun use of an electrode.
Position 4 - One Bipolar Electrode & One Cock Loop - Inserted Anally With A Cock Loop Around The Testicles
This setup still only uses one channel so it's good for any control box. You insert a bipolar electrode anally and attach one cable to the center socket (for the head of the electrode) and then place a cock loop around the testicles tightly.
The current will flow from the head of the bipolar electrode through your prostate and on to your testicles and this can be a very intense feeling.
This position means that you are free to masturbate as usual whilst enjoying the pulses and you also get the added pleasure of having your testicles bound.
Try using a wand style vibrator on your frenulum (banjo string) to really kick things into high gear.
Position 5 - One Bipolar Electrode & Two Cock Loops
This setup uses two channels so it will only work with a control box that has dual channels. You get to enjoy the best of the two most common penis masturbation configurations together for some amazing sensations.
Depending on the design of the bipolar electrode the current will either flow from side to side or up and down the rectum producing some incredible sensations whilst the current on the second channel will pass from one cock loop through your penis to the other.
This position means that you can't insert anything else anally but you can of course still masturbate as usual if you are careful not to dislodge the loops, throw in a vibrator for an incredible combination.
This set up is very good for hands free orgasms and is often used by professional Dominatrix's on their submissive for pain or pleasure.
Position 6 - Two Pad Electrodes On Inner Thighs & Two Cock Loops
This setup uses two channels so it will only work with a control box that has dual channels. Simply set up one channel through a set of adhesive pad electrodes stuck to the inner things and the second channel goes to a pair of cock loops (guess where they go).
This will result in lots of twitching and the inner thigh electrodes can be turned up quite high.
This position means that you are still able to enjoy anal penetration or plugs.
This set up was suggested to me over twitter by BLUF Webmaster @BLUFclub. I love his suggestion - "Can be particularly useful if the penis is in chastity".
Position 7 - One Pad Electrode On Lower Back & One Cock Loop
This setup uses one channel so it will work with any e-stim control box.
Simply attach an adhesive pad electrode to the small of the back and then fit a cock loop just under the head of the penis. One end of the cable from your control box goes to each.
This will cause the current to travel much further than normal so you may need a higher setting than you are used to.
This position means that you are still able to enjoy anal penetration or plugs.
This set up was suggested to me through e-mail by Quido. Thank you for sharing this set up with us all.
Position 8 - Two Cock Loops, Pad At Base Of Balls & Butt Plug
As you can see from the picture, this set up uses two channels with the first going from the cock loop around just under the glans to the adhesive pad electrode at the base of the balls.
The second channel runs from the cock loop which has the top half insulated at the base of the penis to the monopole butt plug.
You can of course use a bi-polar butt plug just attache one cable to it.
This set up requires two channels. A1/A2 stims the dorsal (glans) and perineal nerves while B1/B2 drives current straight through the prostate. Move the pad at A2 around until you find your personal sweet-spot
Position 9 - Four Adhesive Pad Electrodes, Glans, Balls, Bum Cheeks & Perineum
The first pad is placed on or just under the glans on the top of the penis.
The second pad from that channel goes to a pad fixed at the base of the balls.
The second channel goes from a pad on the perineum to a pad fixed between the bum cheeks between the anus and base of the spine. Experiment with its position to get the best out of this one
A1/A2 stims the dorsal (glans) and perineal nerves while B1/B2 applies comfortable, indirect prostate stimulation.
Position 10 - Two Adhesive Pad Electrodes, Perinium & Above Penis Plus Bipolar Butt Plug
It was suggested by piggie who will be in trouble if his keyholder reads this.
The first pad is placed on the perinium area under the balls with the second placed above the cock this sends current through the base of the penis and the balls.
The Bipolar butt plug is used on the second channel in the anus.
He uses microfoam tape to hold the pads in place as he finds the tape has much better glue.
It's also meant to peal off easily so it doesn't hurt coming off - bonus.
Position 11 - Bipolar Anal Electrode And Two Cock Loops
It is for two channel control boxes and the A channel runs A1 to the head of the inserted bipolar electrode and A2 goes to a cock loop with the upper surface insulated, that runs around the base of the penis and balls.
The second channel runs B1 to the base of the inserted anal electrode and B2 goes to a second cock loop placed just under the glans. These two channels will effectively stimulate the Dorsal amd Perineal nerves as well as the sphincter muscles.
You can swap the plugs around on the B channel to spice things up a bit.
Thank you for taking the time to submit this configuration Ron.
Tri-Phase Suggested Positions
Position 1 - Monopole Cock Loop Around Balls, With Pad or Loop Around Cock & Monopole Butt Plug
As you can see from the picture cables are joined at the loop of conductive rubber around the balls and base of the penis. This may require you to hack your e-stim electrode cable or you can buy adaptors to link the cables for you. At the glans end of the penis you can use a TENS pad cut to 3/4" square with rounded corners (do not remove too much of the conductive filament from the pads) placed on the top face of the glans or just under it, a conductive rubber (CR) loop, metal ring or a urethral electrode 1.5" or less in the urethra. This stimulates the Dorsal Nerve.
The top half of the conductive loop around the balls and penis is insulated so that you get full contact through the perinial area. You can use masking tape or a strip of card to insulte the top half of the loop.
This set up requires two channels that don't share a common base so you will need to check the specifications of your control box.
Position 2 - Two Monopole Cock Loops Around Cock And An Anal Electrode
As you can see from the picture, the cables are joined at the loop under the glans of the cock which takes A1 and B1. A2 is attached to the cock loop around the base of the cock.
B2 is attached to one pole of an anal electrode. This set-up is used for forced milking of the person who told me about it. Their settings on an ET-312 are:
Pwr level: high
Ramp time: 100
Ramp level: 50
Pace: 05
Width: 130
Effect: 05
Freq: 150
Tempo: 01
Depth: 60
Also on the ET-312, in the "Menu/Adjust Advanced" settings the program "Orgasm" was selected and "Multi adjust" set to maximum. Then start the ramp up and set Channel A and B to 50.
This set up requires two channels that don't share a common base so you will need to check the specifications of your control box.
Adhesive Pad Recommendations
Thank you x65125 on Smartstim.com for these recommended pad specifications for the following position:
- Glans pad: 3/4"/1.9cm square with rounded corners.
- Bottom side of shaft pad: 1.5"/3.8cm x 1/2"/1.3cm with rounded corners. The 1.5"/3.8cm dimension should be parallel to the wire entry (this does not apply to the uncommon 4 mm snap pads, which actually are better for cutting down because there is no worry about cutting all the wire strands coming from the TENS jack). The 1.5"/3.8cm dimension is applied perpendicular to penis shaft.
Position 3 - Monopole Cock Loop Around Balls, With Two Pads - The MAX-GLANS
As you can see from the picture, cables are joined at the adhesive pad placed on or just under the glans on the upper face (TENS pad cut to 3/4" square with rounded corners placed on the top face of the glans or just under it). This stimulates the Dorsal Nerve. This may require you to hack your e-stim electrode cable or you can buy adaptors to link the cables for you. At the base of the penis you can use a TENS pad cut to 3/4" square with rounded corners placed on the underside face just above the balls.
The top half of the conductive loop around the balls and penis is insulated so that you get full contact through the perinial area. You can use masking tape or a strip of card to insulte the top half of the loop. The CR ball loop at A1 can also be exchanged for a TENS pad if preferred, positioned at the back of the ball sack (the same area where the CR ball loop would stim). This alternative makes for a quick n' easy 3-pad setup.
This set up requires two channels that don't share a common base so you will need to check the specifications of your control box.
Position 4 - Biploar Vaginal Electrode With Two Pads - The Pussy-Pleaser
As you can see in the image, this is a straightforward and comfortable set-up. You will need an insertable bi-polar electrode to insert into the vagina to act as the base electrode. This electrode has one cable from each channel plugged into it (A2&B2).
You then place two self-adhesive pad style monopole electrodes, one above the clitoris on the vulva (A1) and the other just behind the anus (B1). These have the other two cables attached to them.
I find the Moaner and Flange work well for this electrode configuration, and it also works very well indeed with my DIY 3D printable Didi electrode, which is a monopole electrode that is capable of accepting two plugs.
This set up requires two channels that don't share a common base so you will need to check the specifications of your control box.
What are your favourite positions and electrodes?
I have a new forum where you can discuss your favourites with others - Joannes Kinky Forum, and I would love to have you join me there.
Work In Progress
I'm slowly working on adding to these positions to create a great guide for anyone interested in e-stim. To that end, if you want your favourite electrosex masturbation set-up shown here for everyone to see and benefit from then please let me know. I'd love to hear how you like to masturbate using e-stim equipment. You can either use my forum, the comments form below or by using the contact form on this site. I will then add your advice on here and of course give credit to you.
Additional Info
- Brief Synopsis: I am always being asked what the best positions are for placing electrodes for hands free orgasms. So here is a list of the ways that I like to masturbate using e-stim equipment together with some good advice for the guys reading this.