I don't see why not. I'd cut a strip and roll a small "barrel" shaped plug. Should be just as acceptable as the wire solution, however it may restrict airflow openness just a tad.
As fate would have it, I managed to adopt another AOV VB classic. Obsidian this time - Couldn't say no to the colorway. It really is a nice finish. I've been causially looking for a OAB, but... I mean, come on 😁
Pictured with its older brother, B18 in Blue Azure
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You probably don't hear it enough, so, on behalf of all of us, sincere thanks for your efforts to keep this place nice.
Thank you, @vtac . I am happy to entertain any and all productive materials science questions - this is important discovery for individuals to develop a level of comfort for a new product - I would feel the same! It behooves me to speak about the materials selection process.
Unfortunately...
Flame polish the crack with a butane torch until smooth. Heat the trouble spot SLOWLY and very spread out - heat differentials WILL exacerbate that chip if you aren't careful. Use the best dark UV sunglasses you have (you will get sodium flare, which ideally you want special glasses for but a...
Yes, you want the screen installed as pictured, so it cups the balls. I can't believe I get to type that as official docu 🤣
This also helps keep the proforma screen level. and keeps the rimmed basket screen from interfering with any sharp edges of the proforma screen that may protrude, if...
It's 26ga SS316L stainless steel heater/resistance wire. Ti or SS are the recommended wire types. Your best bet is finding an Ecig store and asking the guys at the counter for a few inches of 26ga SS heater wire. Most places assist with builds and may have this right on the counter.
Doing my best to do these weekly. Right now it's dependent on what parts I have in stock. I'm STILL waiting on a glass order from 2 months ago which is critical to processing kits past the next 2-3 drops, otherwise I'm going to have to get creative again.
I'm currently working on procuring...
I've fallen asleep with mine on my lap on the couch. Never been an issue for me. I don't condone doing this, but I lived to tell the tale.
My understanding is that they just aren't popular enough to continue manufacturing, so once remaining stock is depleted, they're EoL. The Surfer is still...
I know. I just wanted to point this out, in case others were considering different color glass. A silicone wrap will probably give back way more insulation than black glass, so you may be on to something there. Just some characteristics for consideration.
Do note that the color of the glass plays a role in heater efficacy. The next best performer was Cobalt Blue. Lighter tubes do not retain as much heat, which is why black was selected. You will likely see a small but noticeable performance hit from lighter colored glass. Black loves to absorb...
That second part probably accounts for the difference. Air entering from inside the front recess will be even hotter than air entering from the rear of the core. Good to know, ty!
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I've had a few emails asking for directions - I actually don't have written / printed directions. There are...
The heat shield does have a big impact on required power. It has a lot of mass and functions as a pre-heater as well. You can definitely expect to shed .25 to .5v adding a good heat shield - it also reduces the refractory period significantly.
What diameter is your shield? The smaller you get...
Exactly why the heat shield was developed. I'm currently using a silicone spatula rest for the loose cores I have laying around for testing, and I'm quite pleased with it to be perfectly honest. It's hard knock for $9.99
On the shipping - I just overhauled all of the shipping settings on my...