Discontinued VRIPtech Heating Wand

^^^Will keep an eye open for that,
As for the cloud, I didnt get on the list till June so it'll be a long while till I ever get my email,
plus I dont even remeber which addy i signed up with lol.
Besides I've never been much of a fan boy for anything, I'll probably just wait till its widely available before I pick mine up.

Right on Family thanks for the love and driving the vapor knowledge---the screen issue is an ongoing one...can't tell you how many times I've typed out the technique options. We cannot put the indents in the bowls like LSV does to hold the screen in there because it will screw up the tolerances that are required to enable the upper intake to fit right (great idea though!). We have experimented with a few glass and ceramic screen designs and this is the long term vision, but unfortunately have not figured out a solution that scales to production. Our production partner is HiSi and they have some pretty cool glass screen designs we've used in one-off protos, but it simply doesn't work for production---costs would be through the roof. And to be honest I really want a design that is removable for cleaning. I've used the honeycomb glass screens on recommendation of a customer and they do work well, but are a pain in the you know what since they won't stay put well at all (way worse than even a brand new stainless screen) and basically come out and have to be repacked with each bowl---that said they collect more heat than the stainless screens do and enable a slightly deeper melt before needing to stir which is nice---for OCD single users it might be worth it...for multi user sessions or anyone in a hurry defnitely a drag. Once seasoned a bit or if you snip the edges flat it shouldn't be an issue to get the stainless screens working good enough to enable delivery of the broadest spectrum, most aromatically dense vapor currently possible. Not a bad payoff for the effort IMHO!

i agree with shadowvape. once you get the bowl a bit seasoned.. no more problems wit the screen poppin out of place. Here is a vid of me enjoying my VHW.

Happy 420 to all FC! especially to the VHW community

Damn Hotboxvapebongin that MGW is a sweet piece....I love it when the pieces taper at the top always more condensed vapor and easier pull that way it seems. Happy 4/20 Vrip Family....hope you're enjoying the aromatic blessings like I am...and have been...and will be....

hell yea dude!! i just uploaded another vid i think its better lighting this time. im so in love with vaping. like the beginning of a new relationship wit a girl that you haven't noticed her flaws yet. except in this case wit the VHW there are no flaws!! =D

a belated happy 420 to all, hey The Keeper once the screen is properly placed using the above techniques and a lil finesse it pops into place under a little groove it does not flip and will not move until forcibly removed by poking it from the underside with a skewer etc. Once you get that sorted it is no longer an issue. now put down that heatgun, head over to www.vriptech.com and get one! Super tasty thick greasy fog will be yours!!! And no more force feeding or bronchial violation from the gun! Sip that silly steam! Dont forget to get a shorty upper if you're already rockin the vcb setup with the steinel, the tall upper works but ya gotta crank the temp cos your further away from the goods, id go the diffuser stem too because that lil bit of extra resistance on the draw lets the goods bathe in the heat a bit slower meaning you can lower the temp a bit which could be good for longeivity of the element. Sorry for the ramble, 420 coincided with day 56 of a 56 day cycle! Thanks and Praise Jah! Peace

TheKeeper said:

Excellent videos Hotbox - very helpful! I'm either buying a Vriptech or Life Saber. Do you see any other issues with the Vriptech besides the frustration of the screen constantly flipping around?

Best,

TheKeeper

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the only issue is how fragile it is. you need to have a really safe spot for your VHW. setup a "ritual" as where to put it after each rip/use. if you do things correctly and are protective of your VHW, you should never have any problems breaking it.. the version 3 of the VHW has a really long lasting heating element.. if vaping is what you are looking to do from now on, id go for it.

also i just wanted to say that the only time i complained about the screen flipping on me, was when i was low on weed and the screen/bowl was completely clean... once you rip a gram through it, it wont flip or have problem.

That definitley wasn't my experience with the screen flipping after a gram, and was mostly the reason the unit turned me off. When you say long lasting heating element, how long are we talking here based on somewhat moderate use?

i couldnt give you an exact amount of time, and neither can ANYONE for that matter. If you know anything about ceramic cores then you know that they are built to last. they usually only fuck up from physical damage. honestly i had problems a while with the bowl flipping, i just figured it out and it has never gave me problems since. takes a little tinkering. my way of thinking was im not going to be defeated by a stainless steel screen. if you want that fucker to stay you'l get it to stay . just my 2 cents.

I posted this in the LSV forum but wanted some input from the Vriptech users so I posted here as well. I'm close to buying the LSV - it will cost me right at $300 US with the various extra attachments. I'm just skeptical that a soldering iron type device will give me the vape power that I'm accustomed to with the Steinel heat gun - but I sincerely hope I'm wrong. I've narrowed it down to the LSV and Vriptech as I enjoy vaping with my Zob mini bubbler and these 2 models accomplish this (apparently with good results) without all the bulk & noise of the heat gun. Any input is greatly appreciated.

Best!

there is 91 pages of discussion of the VHW.

Hotboxvapebongin said:

there is 91 pages of discussion of the VHW.

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Hi Hotbox,

Thanks for the reply. I've read every post on this thread as well as all the posts on the LSV thread. Before spending more cashola on a new vape, I was hoping for some last minute advice from the forum to sway me either way between the two I narrowed it down to.

Best!

word, ive given all i can give.. there is only so much to say about the use of a certain vaporizer.

TheKeeper said:

Before spending more cashola on a new vape, I was hoping for some last minute advice from the forum to sway me either way between the two I narrowed it down to. Best!

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Yo Keeper, I can't really comment on the LSV since I've never used one. As far as the VHW goes, I've owned and been using it for a little over a month now and absolutely love it. Now it's the only vape I use. The only vapes I've used are a VHW, Volcano, SSV, Zephyr Ion, Purple Days, Woodeez, MFLB and glass Vapor Genie, but my personal favorite has been the VripTech so far. I love my SG but hate combusting in it and the VHW delivers the tastiest rips I've ever had. The only negative thing I can say about this wand is how fragile it is and that you MUST have a safe place to set down after using (and those aren't even complaints). It's all glass and very fragile, but everyone knows that before they buy one. You don't hear Toro/SG owners complaining about how easily they're tubes could break after they spent hundreds, if not over a thousand, on those pieces. I'm not doubting your toker experience at all, but vapes like the VHW should only be used by "veterans" who know what they're doing (which has been mentioned several times in this thread).

Ultimately, the decision is yours. If you want a semi-easy to use, quality wand, then this is a great option. If you're more into customization and something more durable, go for the LSV if that's the only other vape you're considering. Just my opinion and good luck on your future purchase.

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nugghuffer said:

Yo Keeper, I can't really comment on the LSV since I've never used one. As far as the VHW goes, I've owned and been using it for a little over a month now and absolutely love it. Now it's the only vape I use. The only vapes I've used are a VHW, Volcano, SSV, Zephyr Ion, Purple Days, Woodeez, MFLB and glass Vapor Genie, but my personal favorite has been the VripTech so far. I love my SG but hate combusting in it and the VHW delivers the tastiest rips I've ever had. The only negative thing I can say about this wand is how fragile it is and that you MUST have a safe place to set down after using (and those aren't even complaints). It's all glass and very fragile, but everyone knows that before they buy one. You don't hear Toro/SG owners complaining about how easily they're tubes could break after they spent hundreds, if not over a thousand, on those pieces. I'm not doubting your toker experience at all, but vapes like the VHW should only be used by "veterans" who know what they're doing (which has been mentioned several times in this thread).

Ultimately, the decision is yours. If you want a semi-easy to use, quality wand, then this is a great option. If you're more into customization and something more durable, go for the LSV if that's the only other vape you're considering. Just my opinion and good luck on your future purchase.

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Thanks for the informative post - nugghuffer. I'm low key, and typically vape alone so I'm not concerned with how fragile the Vriptech is - I'm after vapor quality only.

Best!

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Thanks for the informative post - nugghuffer. I'm low key, and typically vape alone so I'm not concerned with how fragile the Vriptech is - I'm after vapor quality only.

Best!

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Well this will deliver some tasty vrips! Here's my setup BTW, haven't really had a chance to take pictures with a nice camera so the iPhone will have to do for now. Here's the Natty Stemline with gold label and the shorty upper intake and jet-flo bowl attached. I had to get a Pelican 1520 to fit the SG since the base is so big. As much as I love the VHW, I hate to say it but I'll probably be buying new foam for the case so I can fit the Cloud in there when I get my email. Also, I've seen a few members here that have bought the custom Blazemaster bowl for the VHW, can any of you provide a brief review on it (like is it better with or without the silicon ring) please?

I have some renewed interest in the VHW 007 kit + the bub. Can anyone point to the advantages of going this route over the Vapexhale Cloud? I think the heat up times are about the same, 10 mins? Not sure what the Vrip heat retention is like compared to the Cloud. Please don't say they are apples and oranges, simply looking for the pro's over the Cloud, even negatives if you like, such as the fragility.

I'll be using the vape myself only. I used to have the 007 kit but had a few vapes at the time and ending selling to the v2 wand and kept the WTP which I then eventually sold. I REALLY miss that perk, and figured if the wand didn't work out for me, I could sell it or keep it as a backup and use the perk with the Cloud if I went down that route.

Kudos to your website Shadow/Mark.... my renewed interest means i'm going to read this thread from the start and go over your website with a fine tooth comb.

My background are mostly the Arizer family, EQ, E, V tower, and now exclusively the Solo. On my radar are the Cloud, Herborizer, MiniVap, VHW, and to a lesser extent MiVape and Davinci. I wish I could just buy them all, which may eventually happen lol

THANKS!!!!!

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I have some renewed interest in the VHW 007 kit + the bub. Can anyone point to the advantages of going this route over the Vapexhale Cloud? I think the heat up times are about the same, 10 mins? Not sure what the Vrip heat retention is like compared to the Cloud. Please don't say they are apples and oranges, simply looking for the pro's over the Cloud, even negatives if you like, such as the fragility.
THANKS!!!!!

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IMO the only advantage I can think of (after obsessively watching the VXC thread) is availability. Don't get me wrong, I love this thing and will keep it until I break it. I would prefer something more durable and that can stand up by itself (like the Cloud), but it's not a big deal. Honestly, I bought this until my VXC email order comes through and will keep it as a backup if anything ever happens to my Cloud. I cannot comment on heat retention for both units since I only own one, but I haven't experienced any problems with the heater on the VHW. I usually hit it 3-4 times without removing the wand from the upper intake, stir and repeat until I exhale nothing.

The 10 minute heat-up time is great, especially after using a PD/Woodeez for the past 2 years and having to wait 30-45 min for heat-up. Also, other vapes I've used will give the herb the classic burnt popcorn taste. I've never had this problem with the VHW. It extracts everything out of the load until there's none left, but your exhales will get less dense after a few vrips. Oh and after a few sessions you will have free oil/hash to scrape out of the lower bowl which makes your next bowl AMAZING...That's all I can think of right now because I just got done using this thing, but you really can't go wrong with this thing if you're still waiting on your Cloud (saw some of your posts in that thread, props for addressing some of the recent issues there).


^^^That's after 4-5 loads and really helps milk your tube when you pack it in a bowl.

Hey nugghuffer,

Thanks for the photos - nice set up. I'm buying the Pelican case after I get my next vape.

In regards to bowls - here's something to consider: I purchased both the Vriptech bowl and the LSV water pipe attachment to use with my Steinel gun. I have a feeling the LSV WPA might go well with the Vriptech wand. It's one piece, solid, looks damn good and has a screen pinch which is thoughtful. The Vriptech bowl is just smidgen bigger than the LSV - so I can't guarantee that it will work. FYI - I emailed blazemaster through another forum and he replied promptly advising he'd be happy to make a custom vape bowl for the Vriptech, but it may take a few weeks as he's busy with large orders. There is also the Nitro Vaproizer Receptable available through gotvape.

Keeper, seeing that you aren't worried about durability and that vapor quality is your ultimate concern, I think the VHW is the clear winner over the LSV, having owned both myself.

I can also confirm for you that the Vriptech W/silicone mates quite well with the LSV's spherical ground glass connection. It's not the best bowl for sans silicone action but it's very possible.

Really nice set up NugHuffer....I've found that pieces with good diffusion and a smaller top tube to pull from work really, really well with the VHW so I bet that set up is heavenly. The extra venturi going from the bottom hydro chamber to the top tube helps to condense the vapor nicely and also creates enough drag that it's easier to pace the pull to milk it clean and blue than with larger diameter tubes/ultra-low drag pieces that tend to either yield wispier clean vapor or smokey verging on white vapor (not really my idea of vapor) due to more heat being used to get it going with so much air volume flowing. The smaller the top tube the less drag required at the diffusion point/down tube to still be able to milk it nicely without having to have the breath control of a Shaolin Monk---this is why the Sovereignty pieces are so sick for vapor (and I'm sure for smoke as well for that matter if it's your thing)!

As far as the discussion regarding the pros and cons of the VXH and the VHW go as someone who has used both (although not the latest production version VXH) and am intimately familiar with the design and development efforts and basis for both---I personally think that both pieces are very complementary and have the ability to convey the ideal of better quality vapor by way of glass heating and vapor paths in different circumstances so have a place in any vapor connoisseur's collection. Specifically, the VXH is definitely going to be a better bet if you're going to kicking it with some potentially butter fingered friends thanks to its durability due to the glass heating path being enclosed and it is going to be a better choice for those that want to just pack it and sit back with one hand and pull without much after thought, while the VHW/Vrip system is going to be better for those that really like the ritual of participating in and seeing the extraction take place (bowl is glass and herbs are visible), putting something to the bowl (like you used to with a lighter before you evolved) that conveys the ability to finesse the temp by cracking the seal on long pulls, and using an existing water tool with conventional design. That said I look forward to the detailed feedback once more of you who already have the Vrip receive your VXH units and get a chance to do some side by side comparisons---please be sure to post your feedback here as well in the VXH forum as both myself and StoneMonkey definitely want to take all experiences and opinions into consideration as we continue to strive to improve the quality of vapor the world inhales. One Love Immersed in Vapor!!!

TheKeeper said:

Hey nugghuffer,

Thanks for the photos - nice set up. I'm buying the Pelican case after I get my next vape.

FYI - I emailed blazemaster through another forum and he replied promptly advising he'd be happy to make a custom vape bowl for the Vriptech, but it may take a few weeks as he's busy with large orders. There is also the Nitro Vaproizer Receptable available through gotvape.

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Thanks Keeper. Pelican makes great cases but there are also other similar brands that are a little cheaper and offer the same protection. I've already talked to Josh about ordering one of his badass custom VHW bowls, just gotta wait to see how much custom colors cost.