SOL Drive Unit II 2.5mm
CheyenneSpecifications
- Brand
- Cheyenne
- Stroke
- 2.5 mm
- Needle depth
- 0 - 4.0 mm
- Motor
- BLDC motor
- Frequency
- 25 - 150 Hz
- Dimensions
- 35,5 x 134 mm
- Material
- Premium
- Compatibility
- Sol Nova Unlimited II
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Guide & full description
Complete guide: SOL Drive Unit II 2.5mm
The Drive II unit with 2,5 mm stroke is the modular detachable component that determines the needle stroke on the Cheyenne Sol Nova Unlimited II wireless machine. It offers you the shortest stroke available in the Unlimited II system, designed for precise lining, fine details, dotwork, and single needle, without needing to purchase a second complete machine. It is the right choice for fine line artists, geometric or minimalist work, as well as PMU technicians working on the Sol Nova Unlimited II platform.
How to use
- First check compatibility: the Drive II 2.5mm unit works exclusively with Cheyenne Sol Nova Unlimited II — not with Unlimited I (first generation) nor with the standard corded Sol Nova.
- With sanitized hands and clean gloves, turn off the machine and detach the control unit from the mounted drive: the swap is done in just two clicks, without tools or calibration.
- Insert the Drive II 2.5mm unit and reattach the control unit; it automatically remembers the settings for each stroke, so no need to reconfigure with every swap.
- Adjust the frequency within the available range (25–150 Hz) and needle depth (0–4,0 mm) according to the technique and cartridge used.
- Attach a sterile, disposable needle cartridge (the system is compatible with Cheyenne Safety cartridges and other universal cartridges), then cover the machine with a disposable protective barrier before working on the client.
- Perform a short function test — check needle movement and settings — before starting the session.
- After the session, remove the cartridge and dispose of it in the sharps container, remove the protective barrier, and disinfect the exterior surfaces of the unit.
- Store the unit in the included case in a clean, dry place until next use.
Tips from us
- Use the 2,5 mm stroke where it shines: fine lines, single needle, dotwork, geometric, minimalist, micro-realism, and PMU procedures — the short stroke gives you fine penetration control and reduces skin trauma.
- For shading and color saturation, the modular system allows you to quickly switch to a Drive unit with a longer stroke (the description recommends 3,5 mm or 4,5 mm) — keep both on hand if you work mixed styles.
- Take advantage of the fact that the control unit saves settings per stroke: configure your preferred values once for 2,5 mm and mid-session swaps become almost instant.
- Change the drive only with clean gloves and outside the contaminated work area, so as not to compromise the hygiene chain during the session.
- Do not interchange Drive units between generations: Drive II is designed for Unlimited II and is not compatible with Unlimited I.
- Keep the included case for transport and storage — it protects the precision mechanism from dust and impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Which machines is the Drive II 2.5mm unit compatible with?▾
Exclusively with Cheyenne Sol Nova Unlimited II. It is not compatible with Sol Nova Unlimited I (first generation), with the standard corded Sol Nova, or with other Cheyenne machines. Drives from different generations are not interchangeable, so check exactly which machine model you have before ordering.
Why would I choose the 2,5 mm stroke and not a longer one?▾
The 2,5 mm stroke is the shortest in the Unlimited II system and offers a small needle stroke, thus maximum penetration control. It is optimized for precise lining, fine line, single needle, dotwork, and delicate details, where a long stroke would be too aggressive. If you mainly do shading or color packing, a longer stroke from the system (3,5 mm or 4,5 mm) is more suitable.
Can I use the 2,5 mm unit also for shading?▾
Technically you can, but it is not optimal: the short needle stroke limits impact power and color saturation. The advantage of the Cheyenne modular system is exactly that you can own multiple Drive units and switch in two clicks to the stroke suitable for the technique, without reconfiguration — the settings are memorized for each stroke.
How is the Drive unit changed in practice?▾
In two clicks, without tools and without calibration: detach the control unit, remove the old drive, and insert the new Drive II 2.5mm. The control unit automatically remembers the settings for each stroke, so you don't waste time reconfiguring between swaps.
How do I clean and maintain the Drive unit?▾
Always work with a disposable protective barrier over the machine and change it for each client. After the session, disinfect the exterior surfaces with disinfectant applied on a cloth — do not submerge the unit in liquid and do not autoclave it, as it is an electronic component. Store it in the included case, clean and dry. Needle cartridges are single-use and disposed of appropriately.
What do I receive in the package and what cartridges can I use?▾
The package includes the Drive II 2.5mm unit and a storage case. The unit contains the drive mechanism with a BLDC motor that determines the stroke; the machine's control unit remains the same. The system is compatible with Cheyenne Safety needle cartridges, as well as other universal cartridges, giving you flexibility in choosing consumables.
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