RaffOutLoud
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What kind of time difference are you seeing? Must be significant for you to notice.
Discontinued Pax 2
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vapviking
Old & In the Way
Haven't made a study of it, I read it in Paxs' literature somewhere.
And I don't have a great understanding of electricity but, the AC charger outputs 1.3 amps at 9 volts, while standard usb chargers are 5 volt, at 1.1 or 2.1 amps.
The charging time difference is not major, something on the order of 2+ hrs compared to somewhere just under 3, but these are rough estimares
Approximately it's about 12 Watt with AC charger. ( Volt x Ampere )
To have the same power with usb charger, you need at least 2.1A
Some old usb computer ports put out 0.5 Ampere... ( 500 mA was the initial standard)
But the fact is that you need a usb adapter, with a wall charger you don't have to worry... It's more easy!!!
Thank you very much!!!
I read the same things: you can use Pax 1 AC charger.
Yep! Exactly!!!
koolburger
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Will most definately recommend vaping to combusting. I get way more from vaping hash than combusting.That sounds good, the only screen I've got is the oven screen that came with. Am guessing that is not what you meant.
That sounds even better. How would you rate the medication/gram compared to combusting? I'm starting to think that vaping wins, but have only been vaping for (nearly) 2 days. For sure the coughing has improved.
And the screen trick is mentioned earlier in this thread when vaping smaller amounts, you add add a curled pipescreen to get your material to the top of the oven, plus the metal helps with keeping a uniform temperature.
vapviking
Old & In the Way
To clarify, the pipe screen gets folded like a taco. Might have to trim ends off to fit into oven. Materials go in first, then screen (taco opening facing away from material), then oven door. This holds the material tight to oven 'floor' when there's less than a full load.
There's a titanium "pusher" available that I use now instead of this screen trick. It has an adjustable screw and I think it works great to transfer more heat to the materials. http://www.newvape.com/pax-accessory-pusher-pax2-2731/
Ok, that sounds better than my present method of pushing up with a tobacco wad. Does the hash not stick to the pipescreen? Er and what is a pipescreen? Am guessing metal mesh that you put in a pipe
Do you know if they are available in the EU? Buying from the US incurs a relatively large customs handling fee, and then come the taxes.
I got this charger:
http://www.duracelldirect.co.uk/pno/dracusb2-uk.html
and this portable charger:
http://www.duracelldirect.co.uk/pno/ubp0105a.html
Maybe could've got bigger, but reckoned 11Wh's is ok for at least one full charge.
The prices were lower than I'd thought.
Mr. Me2
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I think the Newvape "pusher" is their own product. You may want to email them and ask about international sales. I have the pusher and recommend it.Ok, that sounds better than my present method of pushing up with a tobacco wad. Does the hash not stick to the pipescreen? Er and what is a pipescreen? Am guessing metal mesh that you put in a pipe
Do you know if they are available in the EU? Buying from the US incurs a relatively large customs handling fee, and then come the taxes.
But a regular pipe screen works to, as described. And yes, it is a regular metal mesh screen (usually brass, I think)
koolburger
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Yup, metal mesh screen curkled up like a taco. And the hash does indeed stick to it, but it'll be fairly dried out when it's been vaped and to clean it just soak it in some iso.Ok, that sounds better than my present method of pushing up with a tobacco wad. Does the hash not stick to the pipescreen? Er and what is a pipescreen? Am guessing metal mesh that you put in a pipe
Krizzle
Hi Very high
I couldn't get along very well with the standard screen, or my Pax in general at first. So I removed it and have the Taco pipe screen that has been mentioned in place instead, just pushed into bottom of the oven. Then I just use the standard screen on top of the load, cooks evenly this way and I get nice, consistent, flavorful vapor all throughout my session. I have also found I dont need to stir, shake or pack down the load anymore this way. Easy to empty out once done 
Pax2 is a sweet Vape, make no mistakes and the 10 year warranty is amazing. I find I am only needing to clean with ISO and pipe cleaners no more than once a week or even every two weeks depending on usage.
Pax2 = Beast
Pax2 is a sweet Vape, make no mistakes and the 10 year warranty is amazing. I find I am only needing to clean with ISO and pipe cleaners no more than once a week or even every two weeks depending on usage.
Pax2 = Beast
wilf789
Non-combustion-convert
Hey guys - used to post on FC quite a lot, but haven't done so for a few years.
Basically I haven't been able to have a vape for a year now since I moved back to London from Vancouver, but finally getting around to buying a new one.
Is it still ok to ask for comparison reviews? Or is there a dedicated section for that?
I'm torn between either Pax 2 or the Crafty... Have read a bunch of reviews of each so figured that it seems like the Crafty is tastier and more efficient, whereas the Pax is more stealthy and much better battery life.
I'll be using it every day, mostly at home but sometimes out and about - so can anyone help shed some more light on pros/cons of each? £200 is a lot of money for me so really want to make the best decision possible!
Cheers
Edit: I remember some folks found comparison questions kind of annoying (when asked for the millionth time) so if anyone would be able to point me to relevant posts (I've read a fair bit of each individual thread so far) that would be much appreciated!
Basically I haven't been able to have a vape for a year now since I moved back to London from Vancouver, but finally getting around to buying a new one.
Is it still ok to ask for comparison reviews? Or is there a dedicated section for that?
I'm torn between either Pax 2 or the Crafty... Have read a bunch of reviews of each so figured that it seems like the Crafty is tastier and more efficient, whereas the Pax is more stealthy and much better battery life.
I'll be using it every day, mostly at home but sometimes out and about - so can anyone help shed some more light on pros/cons of each? £200 is a lot of money for me so really want to make the best decision possible!
Cheers
Edit: I remember some folks found comparison questions kind of annoying (when asked for the millionth time) so if anyone would be able to point me to relevant posts (I've read a fair bit of each individual thread so far) that would be much appreciated!
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Justpassedu
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Hey guys - used to post on FC quite a lot, but haven't done so for a few years.
Basically I haven't been able to have a vape for a year now since I moved back to London from Vancouver, but finally getting around to buying a new one.
Is it still ok to ask for comparison reviews? Or is there a dedicated section for that?
I'm torn between either Pax 2 or the Crafty... Have read a bunch of reviews of each so figured that it seems like the Crafty is tastier and more efficient, whereas the Pax is more stealthy and much better battery life.
I'll be using it every day, mostly at home but sometimes out and about - so can anyone help shed some more light on pros/cons of each? £200 is a lot of money for me so really want to make the best decision possible!
Cheers
Edit: I remember some folks found comparison questions kind of annoying (when asked for the millionth time) so if anyone would be able to point me to relevant posts (I've read a fair bit of each individual thread so far) that would be much appreciated!
I like both the Pax and Crafty although i own the Mighty now. You will for sure get better battery life from the pax 2. It has excellent battery life , prob the best i have found so far with all the portables i have used. The crafty will def get you ripped quicker but your session will be a bit shorter , it really uses the material quickly compared to pax but does so very well. The pax 2 i like to think of as kinda like smoking a joint and the crafty i would say is more like taking bong rips. Both are excellent vapes but i'd say go with pax for size , stealth , battery life and that 10yr warranty is amazing. I have not heard many problems occuring with the pax and i hear them all the time about the crafty. That's not to say it is a bad vape at all i just find people seem to have more problems with them and the warranty is no where near as long as the pax. It really comes down to what you want but hope i could be a small bit of help. I usually grab my pax more over my mighty in fear of my mighty breaking if that helps you also. Lets say in a day i grab my pax 3 sessions while id only grab my mighty once.
Thanks for the pipescreen info koolburger and MrMe2. Thought i'd got it - use the pipescreen to pack the load towards the oven screen.
But sounds like Krizzle replaces the oven screen with the pipescreen, then uses the oven screen to pack the load towards the pipescreen.
Still, unless the pipescreens are medical grade SS, how do you know they wont give off shit when hot enough?
The 'All medical grade components in vapour path' or some such would seem to make the Pax2 safer - I'd thought about an Ascent 'cos they said 'All glass in vapour path', which is technically true. But apparently gas can leak in from the unprotected electronics in maybe a couple of places.
The 10yr guarantee is good, but does not cover batteries - without paying extra for a service plan. The manufacturers must know that more than likely, the batteries will fail before the device itself.
But sounds like Krizzle replaces the oven screen with the pipescreen, then uses the oven screen to pack the load towards the pipescreen.
Still, unless the pipescreens are medical grade SS, how do you know they wont give off shit when hot enough?
I cannot help wrt vaping, as only started a few days ago. That said I really like the Pax.2 - and would feel safe using it out. Not sure that's the case with some of the others, more than one look like oversized breathalysers - and expensive as the P2 is it beats a fine for possession.Hey guys - used to post on FC quite a lot, but haven't done so for a few years.
Basically I haven't been able to have a vape for a year now since I moved back to London from Vancouver, but finally getting around to buying a new one.
Is it still ok to ask for comparison reviews? Or is there a dedicated section for that?
I'm torn between either Pax 2 or the Crafty... Have read a bunch of reviews of each so figured that it seems like the Crafty is tastier and more efficient, whereas the Pax is more stealthy and much better battery life.
I'll be using it every day, mostly at home but sometimes out and about - so can anyone help shed some more light on pros/cons of each? £200 is a lot of money for me so really want to make the best decision possible!
Cheers
Edit: I remember some folks found comparison questions kind of annoying (when asked for the millionth time) so if anyone would be able to point me to relevant posts (I've read a fair bit of each individual thread so far) that would be much appreciated!
The 'All medical grade components in vapour path' or some such would seem to make the Pax2 safer - I'd thought about an Ascent 'cos they said 'All glass in vapour path', which is technically true. But apparently gas can leak in from the unprotected electronics in maybe a couple of places.
The 10yr guarantee is good, but does not cover batteries - without paying extra for a service plan. The manufacturers must know that more than likely, the batteries will fail before the device itself.
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Krizzle
Hi Very high
I only use the high quality stainless steel screens. Best I can do unless, is Titanium any better?
@wilf789 I love and use both the Crafty and Pax2 daily and honestly if you had a gun to my head and I had to chose just the one I am tempted to say Pax2 ONLY for the battery life
then I would run away and buy a Crafty just to feel whole again 
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Damani311
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Is Pax CS really bad or something? I sent a general info request on their website over two weeks ago, since they don't have a phone number listed. I sent another one yesterday after getting no response, and never even get an email saying they've recieved my message.....any suggestions? I'm trying to figure out how I can find my serial number, because they won't let me send a tech support email without it....really frustrating, any advice is welcome...
Mr.tuffyino-h-i-o
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Back of the device last line of fine print
vapeOR
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I needed a magnifying-lite-photo app on my phone at just the right angle to get mine.
Mr.tuffyino-h-i-o
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Serial number on the Pax 1 is next to the temperature button... Take off the mouth piece
Damani311
New Member
Thanks so much! Still no response at all from Pax CS, so I guess I'll keep asking a few Q's to you guys since everyone here is probably in the know. Mine was a gift, 3 years ago, and is basically done for, won't charge right and the mouthpiece is always getting stuck in heating mode, no matter how much I clean it. What shot do I have at the warranty/replacement/upgrade options if I have no bill of sale? Thanks a bunch in advance!
Mr.tuffyino-h-i-o
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Gotta ask where was the Pax bought from? What issue with charging? Pax1 issue was the mouth piece sticking. You have to keep it clean ...after 2-3 days of use you have to clean or trouble. Think like this - Pax 1 is a high maintenance GF. Ha-ha. Good luck. Also keep ISO Alcohol away from temperature button
Pm me if you have any questions or use PAX 1 thread
Mr. Me2
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I think you should pm @Ojan_at_PAX. He's been incredibly helpful to fc'ers on this site. Good luck!
I have and use both regularly...it's a tough call. In terms of flavor and ease of us, I think the Crafty wins. Stealth, form factor, ease of maintenance, warranty, and low warranty claims goes to the pax 2. If I really could only pick one, I think I'd go with the pax. But I'd be saving up to add a Crafty to rotate. And I'd be thinking about a gh too (even though that one will be a wait).Hey guys - used to post on FC quite a lot, but haven't done so for a few years.
Basically I haven't been able to have a vape for a year now since I moved back to London from Vancouver, but finally getting around to buying a new one.
Is it still ok to ask for comparison reviews? Or is there a dedicated section for that?
I'm torn between either Pax 2 or the Crafty... Have read a bunch of reviews of each so figured that it seems like the Crafty is tastier and more efficient, whereas the Pax is more stealthy and much better battery life.
I'll be using it every day, mostly at home but sometimes out and about - so can anyone help shed some more light on pros/cons of each? £200 is a lot of money for me so really want to make the best decision possible!
Cheers
Edit: I remember some folks found comparison questions kind of annoying (when asked for the millionth time) so if anyone would be able to point me to relevant posts (I've read a fair bit of each individual thread so far) that would be much appreciated!
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Yep international is good to go.
wilf789
Non-combustion-convert
Thanks for the responses guys - every time I think I've nailed down which one I want to buy, I hear something else that changes my mind!
So with regards to the bowl/oven in the Pax 2, I hear a lot of mentions about needing to insert something to pack the bud down? Does it not vape very well without that being done?
Also do you find you need to stir your Pax 2 throughout the bowl? I used the Pax 1 quite a lot in Canada and found the stirring quite tricky sometimes.
So with regards to the bowl/oven in the Pax 2, I hear a lot of mentions about needing to insert something to pack the bud down? Does it not vape very well without that being done?
Also do you find you need to stir your Pax 2 throughout the bowl? I used the Pax 1 quite a lot in Canada and found the stirring quite tricky sometimes.
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