I just purchased both an AroMed and and a ViVape and really looking forward to getting both of these units!! I am relatively new to vaping and these are my first high-end vapes ever...I am very psyched and will probably have questions and I am glad to part of these forums. So much to learn!!!
Aromed 4.0
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BoxofRock
as in dumb as
Welcome to FC, althou I am just a newbie really.
I have been using an AroMed for close to 2 years and really enjoy it. I get vapor tube by the foot and bottle brush all the glass with just soap and water. Looks as thou most save the collections but I would rather op for as clean a vape experience as possable.
The glass is rather expensive I have broke one piece so far. Other than 20 foot of vapor tube and 4 screens thats all I have needed to maintain in 2 years. Its my daily driver with 6-8 cycles a day and just keeps shining.
Hope your experiance is fruitfull
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I have had mine for over 4 years. One light replacement and drop a bowl. So I only use on carpet now.
IT is a great machine and to me gives the best taste hit I have found. I use alcohol to rinse and keep glass clean and did find good source for tubing. Also found out a 90 degree T swing vape works perfect in the bottom jar.
Enjoy.
Saving vape remains from Aromed for making budder highly recomended.
IT is a great machine and to me gives the best taste hit I have found. I use alcohol to rinse and keep glass clean and did find good source for tubing. Also found out a 90 degree T swing vape works perfect in the bottom jar.
Enjoy.
Saving vape remains from Aromed for making budder highly recomended.
vapirtoo
Well-Known Member
Great read guys! I always wanted one of these, and the videos of
the light responding to your draw rate is mesmerizing. I know that
the taste has to be amazing. I would also keep a rug so any mistakes
would not end up with glass shards all over the place.
Envy, Envy,Envy..... in a good way.
the light responding to your draw rate is mesmerizing. I know that
the taste has to be amazing. I would also keep a rug so any mistakes
would not end up with glass shards all over the place.
Envy, Envy,Envy..... in a good way.
My AroMed has just arrived and I am psyched to start using it...I do have one question regarding operation:
The instructions say to place the heating element into the herb holder until they click...well, I am not feeling a click and wondering how hard to push the heating element into the herb holder?? It seems to be a little "loose"...Is that the way it is supposed to be??
Thanks so much!!
The instructions say to place the heating element into the herb holder until they click...well, I am not feeling a click and wondering how hard to push the heating element into the herb holder?? It seems to be a little "loose"...Is that the way it is supposed to be??
Thanks so much!!
BoxofRock
as in dumb as
if you rubberband it to the back its more of a feel but the flex will turn a question mark apperance. Kind of work in the far edge and working the flex roll it into place. I think it was covered earlier in this thread, and much better explained
Awhile back I just adjusted the flex to come out the front and the chillum and beaker just free float on the bench. So much more stress free. I carved a wooden base so it will stand even with the vapor tube on. so again hold the aromed by the flex right next to the box and click in the edge closest to you and set the box down. That is after its all preadjusted
Once it gets warm you can remove, stir and no click when you return light to herb: LTH
And yes it will seem a lil loose. Once you get the feel you can tell by the response of the light vs draw and it was evident to me its a non issue
Awhile back I just adjusted the flex to come out the front and the chillum and beaker just free float on the bench. So much more stress free. I carved a wooden base so it will stand even with the vapor tube on. so again hold the aromed by the flex right next to the box and click in the edge closest to you and set the box down. That is after its all preadjusted
Once it gets warm you can remove, stir and no click when you return light to herb: LTH
And yes it will seem a lil loose. Once you get the feel you can tell by the response of the light vs draw and it was evident to me its a non issue
luchiano
Well-Known Member
The click is more like making sure they line up evenly. You will hear a pop type sound when it isn't real tight and evenly aligned though. The heating element dovetails into the herb holder but because they are smooth glass and plastic it seems like it's loose but it isn't. If you look at the lips of the herb holder and the bottom of the white heating element you will see they are both the same size. The heeater element just goes up and down due to the flexible band but the connection is still tight. I think we are so used to a tight, unmovable seal that this type of connection throws us off but if you want to keep the heating element from moving up and down you do what franc recommended form this post by watTyler:
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/aromed-4-0.408/page-14
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Frank Fuchs of AroMed said:
I have attached a foto to show how you can provide a good setting of the heater grip. Hold the grip tight to the herbholder and bend back the gooseneck.
The click is more like making sure they line up evenly. You will hear a pop type sound when it isn't real tight and evenly aligned though. The heating element dovetails into the herb holder but because they are smooth glass and plastic it seems like it's loose but it isn't. If you look at the lips of the herb holder and the bottom of the white heating element you will see they are both the same size. The heeater element just goes up and down due to the flexible band but the connection is still tight. I think we are so used to a tight, unmovable seal that this type of connection throws us off but if you want to keep the heating element from moving up and down you do what franc recommended form this post by watTyler:
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/aromed-4-0.408/page-14
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Frank Fuchs of AroMed said:
I have attached a foto to show how you can provide a good setting of the heater grip. Hold the grip tight to the herbholder and bend back the gooseneck.
Thanks for the info everyone...It has been helpful...Another problem I am having is the water is coming up through the silicone tube when I take a pull...Should there be drops of water coming up through the silicone tube? Am I putting too much water into the glass bubbler container?
Thanks!!
luchiano
Well-Known Member
You may be pulling too hard. Are you looking at the blinking red dot to guide you on how you should inhale?.
If that isn't the issue you may be using too much water. Just use enough water to cover the top of the magic glass label and the bottom of the rubber attachment that holds the water filter. In other words fill just above the letters of the magic glass label. Once you get the hang of the inhales you should do then you can adjust to your liking.
If that isn't the issue you may be using too much water. Just use enough water to cover the top of the magic glass label and the bottom of the rubber attachment that holds the water filter. In other words fill just above the letters of the magic glass label. Once you get the hang of the inhales you should do then you can adjust to your liking.
Well...it appears my heating element was defective and I had to send back my unit to vapornation...The red light would start blinking as soon as the unit was turned on (indicating the desired temp had been reached) but there is no way that could be the case...Anyway, vapornation's replacement team is looking at it and hopefully I get a replacement....
On a more positive note, the viVape is working great for me....I hope to get the AroMed working for me like the viVape...
Cheers!
On a more positive note, the viVape is working great for me....I hope to get the AroMed working for me like the viVape...
Cheers!
dormouse
Well-Known Member
Hello people.
Norwegian vaper here, first post, looking to share my experience with the Aromed, and hoping for some advice.
1) I've been a proud owner of the Aromed 4 since 2006, used it once or twice a month, on and off, and I've enjoyed it a lot. The vapor seems smooth, rich and full of flavor, and the temperature settings allow for very precise vaping. I've consistently used 180C-185C, which allows for the best taste IMO (at 185C the vapor already begins to taste a bit more "burnt"), and -- I'm guessing -- less CBD.
One drawback is that the glassware breaks easliy, so I've been using a replacement water filter for some years and finally received new parts today, including a new screwcap to replace the slightly dirty original one. Much to my chagrin, it seems the that the (plastic?) ring inside the air heater has started melting, rendering it demformed, so that it almost/slightly covers the air intake.
This cannot be good. I'm guessing it's bad both for the vapor, for accuracy and for safety. (Could it even be toxic?) Has anyone else encountered this problem? And solved it?
2) I'm looking to replace the water filter with a mean and lean bubbler, not too big, but it needs to be aesthetically pleasing, functional and of high quality. I don't know very much about bongs. Any advice on something nice that would fit the herb holder?
Many thanks for any advice.
On another note, I've read through this thread and noted a discussion over whether or not (cooler) air may come in from the sides, as there is a lose fitting bowl. I'm not looking to revive that discussion, but as far as I can observe, the screwcap seals the bowl/herb holder completely, provided the flex tube is adjusted so that it applies pressure to the herb holder, thus pressing the water filter against the surface. That way, no air can come in from the sides, as far as I can see.
Norwegian vaper here, first post, looking to share my experience with the Aromed, and hoping for some advice.
1) I've been a proud owner of the Aromed 4 since 2006, used it once or twice a month, on and off, and I've enjoyed it a lot. The vapor seems smooth, rich and full of flavor, and the temperature settings allow for very precise vaping. I've consistently used 180C-185C, which allows for the best taste IMO (at 185C the vapor already begins to taste a bit more "burnt"), and -- I'm guessing -- less CBD.
One drawback is that the glassware breaks easliy, so I've been using a replacement water filter for some years and finally received new parts today, including a new screwcap to replace the slightly dirty original one. Much to my chagrin, it seems the that the (plastic?) ring inside the air heater has started melting, rendering it demformed, so that it almost/slightly covers the air intake.
This cannot be good. I'm guessing it's bad both for the vapor, for accuracy and for safety. (Could it even be toxic?) Has anyone else encountered this problem? And solved it?
2) I'm looking to replace the water filter with a mean and lean bubbler, not too big, but it needs to be aesthetically pleasing, functional and of high quality. I don't know very much about bongs. Any advice on something nice that would fit the herb holder?
Many thanks for any advice.
On another note, I've read through this thread and noted a discussion over whether or not (cooler) air may come in from the sides, as there is a lose fitting bowl. I'm not looking to revive that discussion, but as far as I can observe, the screwcap seals the bowl/herb holder completely, provided the flex tube is adjusted so that it applies pressure to the herb holder, thus pressing the water filter against the surface. That way, no air can come in from the sides, as far as I can see.
luchiano
Well-Known Member
dormouse, I wouldn't worry about the heater holder as it's made of PTFE, which shouldn't cause any problems at the temperatures your vaping at. You should talk to the makers of the Aromed, and tell them your problem, and they may replace it with a new one or fix it. Just go to www.Aromed.com, and show them these pictures, they should get back to you fast.
Fully Melted
It's OK to enjoy your medicine.
First, Welcome to the site dormouse!
That is too funny! At least we know they have a sense of humor at aromed. That or Tim Leary worked there writing manuals.
IIIQBIII
Vape Obsessed
This video inspired me to put together the same setup you have!! I just saw it on youtube when searching for Aromed videos a few months ago to see if I wanted to go this route..
And..
I got an Aromed a few months ago. I love it. I don't use it with the glass it came with though (other than the heating chamber). I run mine through a bubbler.. I have had no issues with it so far. The taste is what impressed me the most. I don't care that it looks medical, for me that was kind of the point.
Everyone having issues lining the light with the heat chamber.. this is what I do:
I place my bubbler beside the unit not behind, and I position the light perfectly where it should be, while the glass is right next to the light (that way I can see if it will pop right into the grove).
Then I just tilt the Aromed, slide the glass on (I can literally hear the click) then gently just place it down and pull..
just wondering if u replace with new foil ???
hi,
i have been using the aromed for a couple months now, and had some questions for the viewers of this thread:
1- in your experience, is there any benefit to raising the screen? since buying this vaporizer, some resin has accumulated in the bowl, which lets me secure the screen as close to the bulb as i want.
i have only tried the vaporizer a couple times with the screen raised (about 1/2" above the top of the funnel of the glass), but i was curious whether anyone has tried this already, and whether they think it's beneficial. for example, in my experience with the extreme q, the performance of that vaporizer is greatly affected by the position of the herb...
2- i notice that when i hook this vaporizer up to my bong, it can generate seemingly-endless vapor for many(20+) draws, which after a few hits, i assume cannot possibly contain thc.
is this thought correct? is this vapor actually just steam from hot air passing through the water of my bong? if so, it seems like that makes it hard to judge when a bowl is truly cashed
thank you
i have been using the aromed for a couple months now, and had some questions for the viewers of this thread:
1- in your experience, is there any benefit to raising the screen? since buying this vaporizer, some resin has accumulated in the bowl, which lets me secure the screen as close to the bulb as i want.
i have only tried the vaporizer a couple times with the screen raised (about 1/2" above the top of the funnel of the glass), but i was curious whether anyone has tried this already, and whether they think it's beneficial. for example, in my experience with the extreme q, the performance of that vaporizer is greatly affected by the position of the herb...
2- i notice that when i hook this vaporizer up to my bong, it can generate seemingly-endless vapor for many(20+) draws, which after a few hits, i assume cannot possibly contain thc.
is this thought correct? is this vapor actually just steam from hot air passing through the water of my bong? if so, it seems like that makes it hard to judge when a bowl is truly cashed
thank you
vakedcow
Gentle cow vaper and halloween kiddo
Hello Elise, welcome to the forum and enjoy your aromed 
Wow raising the screen sounds like a good idea, I never tried that but I will next week when I'm back home, currently travelling to attend a marriage.
I got another herb chamber which is differentially shaped (in the bottom part where the screen rests) then my original one and somehow I need to put higher temps there, about 2-3 degrees.... Will try raising on both.
The amount of puffs strongly depends on the size of your bong, load of material and of course the quality I daresay .
From my expirience it is possible to get many puffs with a full bowl especially when the herb chamber is heated up nicely
I never expirienced water vapor from heat on this... you should be able to test this by pulling an empty bowl?
elise: 413995 said:
Wow raising the screen sounds like a good idea, I never tried that but I will next week when I'm back home, currently travelling to attend a marriage.
I got another herb chamber which is differentially shaped (in the bottom part where the screen rests) then my original one and somehow I need to put higher temps there, about 2-3 degrees.... Will try raising on both.
The amount of puffs strongly depends on the size of your bong, load of material and of course the quality I daresay .
From my expirience it is possible to get many puffs with a full bowl especially when the herb chamber is heated up nicely
I never expirienced water vapor from heat on this... you should be able to test this by pulling an empty bowl?
luchiano
Well-Known Member
1-The benefit may be a faster extraction being that herb is going to be near the hot air as soon as it is released from the heating chamber but, you don't want it too close, as the instructions state to keep the herb at least at a 5mm distance.
2-What temperature are you using as this plays a part on what is being released in significant amounts? Also, are you following the blinking dot?. This will make sure the temperature you are using is what you dialed in, and not a cooler temperature. If it is cooler you will get more hits then what you dialed in, especially with a bong as it will have more air mixing with the vapor then the small chamber that comes with the Aromed, and usually causes you to inhale harder then with the whip, and small water chamber.
i now think the temperature is the key to my question. i have read 420f as the upper range to use, but have noticed that i continue to get visible vapor as i raise the temperature. i suppose my question boils down to: "how much can i raise the temperature for a session?" would there be a good reason to continue raising the temp all the way to 456f eventually, if your throat isn't too irritated?
luchiano
Well-Known Member
You can go past 420f, and up to 446, if you want to extract some beta-caryophyllene which has a boiling point of around 507 at 760 mm hg, which is normal atmospheric pressure. This is most likely the vapor that you see being extracted, although in small amounts, which is probably why it never ends. You are no where near the boiling point to extract most of it at one time. Beta-Caryophellene is a cannabinoid that effects the cb2 receptors which is in the immune system, like cbd does. It is in other foods like black pepper, and cloves as well. Here's more info on it:
http://yourbrainonbliss.com/Blog/?p=1419
http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2008/06/proof-that-mari/
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18053325
I wouldn't advise going past 446 if you are using bud, since it can burn up into a flame at 451f due to the cellulose. If you have hash or some sort of concentrate that is real clean of plant fibers, then going to the maximum of 458f is no problem. Even then you would not get all of the beta-caryophyllene, which is why smoking hash/oil or ingesting is the best if you want to get the maximum health effect of it. I would vape the lower boiling oils first with the Aromed, to prevent any sort of degradation from high heat, then once I get to 420f, smoke the rest with a lighter(blue flame lighter to keep everything clean) to get the beta-caryophyllene. This helps prevent degradation of the oils, and keep everything in it's natural state, as well as maximum absorption of the whole extract.