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Compact. Compatible. Built to adapt.
The ACUS C2 is a lightweight, modular rotary machine designed for artists who want maximum flexibility without being locked into proprietary systems. Built around standard RCA connectivity, C2 lets artists choose their power source, stroke, and cartridges, keeping setups affordable, adaptable, and future-proof.
Standard RCA Compatibility
Works with any RCA battery pack, giving artists more options and avoiding forced upgrades into proprietary battery systems.
Universal Cartridge Support
Compatible with all cartridge brands, so artists can keep using what already works for them.
Interchangeable Stroke System
Switch strokes in seconds. Compatible with all ACUS strokes and grips, making it easy to adapt the machine to different techniques and styles.
Compact, Ergonomic Design
The ultra-compact body and balanced grip options support long sessions with reduced hand fatigue.
One Machine. Any Style.
The C2 is an easy entry point into the ACUS ecosystem, offering modular flexibility without sacrificing performance. Whether lining, shading, or packing, artists can dial in the machine to match their workflow—without unnecessary complexity.
Machine Weight134 g (with Standard Grip)162 g (with Grip Plus)
SizeLength: 84 mmGrip Diameter: 33 mm (Standard) | 40 mm (Grip Plus)Total Package Weight: 0.53 kgPackage Dimensions: 18 × 18 × 6.9 cm
Choose from a wide range of strokes to match your technique:
The following webchart is a quick reference guide for standard body jewelry measurements and how to measure basic body jewelry. Please print this webchart to help measure your body jewelry accurately.
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Visit our PainfulPleasures Infocenter for additional body jewelry information. There, you will find detailed articles on standard body jewelry sizes, how to measure body jewelry, basic body jewelry, and more.
Ensure compatibility between standard (non-custom) PainfulPleasures body jewelry parts using the tables below. More information on threading, including custom thread patterns, can be found in our Threading Infocenter article.
Internally threaded jewelry has a threaded post on the top and/or end, which is then inserted into a threaded hole in the barbell shaft.
Gauge
18g, 16g
14g, 12g
10g–00g
Internal Thread Pattern
0.8mm or 0.9mm
1.2mm
2.0mm
Externally threaded jewelry has a threaded post on the barbell shaft, which is then inserted into a threaded hole in the top and/or end.
14g, 12g, 10g
External Thread Pattern
1.6mm
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