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DJ Colonel Corn
The Vapor Ninja
Hey Solo users and all!
So, this is my poor man's solution to using my bubbler with the Solo.
It's a 50 cent grommet we call "Super Grommets', not sure where to get them online.
Basically an 18mm thick grommet as you'll see in the pics.
So, I just stick the grommet on the end of the Solo tube, fits perfect...
And then I insert Solo .....
The bubbler is 18mm.
This works GREAT with no leaks, and effortless pressure.
The best 50 cents I've spent in a long time !
Just sharing this with everyone, I'm sure all the GonGs and such out there are quite nice.
Try this for now @Massani !
Happy Vaping !
So, this is my poor man's solution to using my bubbler with the Solo.
It's a 50 cent grommet we call "Super Grommets', not sure where to get them online.
Basically an 18mm thick grommet as you'll see in the pics.
So, I just stick the grommet on the end of the Solo tube, fits perfect...
This works GREAT with no leaks, and effortless pressure.
The best 50 cents I've spent in a long time !
Just sharing this with everyone, I'm sure all the GonGs and such out there are quite nice.
Try this for now @Massani !
Happy Vaping !
BOBCAT
Its Just Temporary
5 hours will "work" but overnight would be better for a first charge
ataxian
PALE BLUE DOT
PuffitupDoes anyone know the best/cheapest place to get a solo charger online? Girlfriends new puppy chewed through hers and the solo is her daily driver.
Is were I'd look?
@OF GIZMO @Pipes stand no pics?
I don't have as many vaporizers as some of you however mine works for my needs.
The SOLO is basic and simple!
Not the prettiest!
However gets the job done!
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OvaDaBong
Member
Im looking for a case to keep my solo in and saw this on aqualab
http://aqualabtechnologies.com/ryot-smell-safe-head-case-olive.html
would a solo fit happy in this? i sorta like the lined zip pocket, thinking i would also get a Ed's TNT stem for total portability
http://aqualabtechnologies.com/ryot-smell-safe-head-case-olive.html
would a solo fit happy in this? i sorta like the lined zip pocket, thinking i would also get a Ed's TNT stem for total portability
Seek
Apprentice Daydreamer
I can't tell about that one, seems usable but not so Solo friendly, hovewer I also found there the recently discussed one I have:
http://aqualabtechnologies.com/glas.../ryot-smell-safe-hard-case-large-natural.html
http://aqualabtechnologies.com/glas...es/ryot-smell-safe-hard-case-large-black.html
http://aqualabtechnologies.com/glas...es/ryot-smell-safe-hard-case-large-olive.html
...which is awesome, I couldn't imagine a better case for a Solo than this.
It can hold multiple stem and extras, it's small yet protective, beautiful, smellsafe, and high-quality.
This case doesn't look like it would fall apart any time soon. I love it.
For more info about the case:
Here is my post with a vepfiend's video demonstrating it's use with a Solo and more.
And here is my first impression of a Solo with pics of it in the case.
I think getting a large super-protective case for a Solo is really an overkill.
The Solo itself doesn't need so much protection because it's already supertough on it's own.
And few 10$ glass stems also don't need a super case.
The Solo is battery powered, so it should get as portable as possible, so a case like this is imo perfect for it. (Unless you want to carry some water-tools or many special stems)
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OvaDaBong
Member
yea mate i saw your post and it got me on the hunt for a ryot
the only thing i dont like about the hard case is how tight it looks one you have it all in there
notoriousLrg
sTrange cLouds
I am ready to order a new gen Solo as a backup to my daily driver Solo from PuffItUP. Noticed this case at a good price point, albeit no space for the power cord. Anyone have any experience with this case?
http://www.puffitup.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=SoloVatraCase&CartID=1
OF
Well-Known Member
Yes, that's the advice. At least four hours after the light goes solid.......
The input and output voltages are part of the story. You also need to consider the current available, a minimum of one Amp (more is OK).
However, the major issue with chargers (and PAs) for the Solo is the connector on the Solo, a very uncommon size. There are at least 3 very similar one (same outside diameter), two of which did not work well when I tried them. Caution is advised. I suspect Pipes can help you out here.......(that's a hint).
OF
OF
Well-Known Member
Cheers OF, I'll keep it on charge now then, hadn't taken it off yet luckily lol
Great! That's the 'best' advice I've seen on taking advantage of every chance for longest life. Remember, it only really matters on that first charge (and some experts maintain that if the battery pack is built exactly right it's not effective at all). I see it as 'chicken soup', might help, can't hurt.
After that the best advice again takes a 'non intuitive' turn. If you wait until the step 7 LED is lit but while the charge light is flashing you can stop the charge early. A 10% reduction here (less than a session per charge) will double (or more) the lifespan of the battery.
So, strange as the 'run at least four hours more after the light goes solid the first time' is, the next bit 'try to stop the charge before it's complete' seems crazy on the face of it I guess, but it is what it is. This (stopping early) is the idea behind the charging gadget I'm working on (make that part automatic).
For some fun, and IMO not too confusing, information on the topic check out the stuff around table 4:
http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/how_to_prolong_lithium_based_batteries
OF
Seek
Apprentice Daydreamer
I've tried a session as fast as possible with a fully charged unit and kept track of time.
I counted with second precision time to heat up, time to extract and time to recharge back.
A stadard-sized load (light pack) got nicely brown all over after one 80 sec hit.
I missed the moment when it finished recharging...
...so it could be anywhere in the 5-min interval i wasn't looking.
Anyway the result is impressive, a 3 minute for full one-hit session from cold start.
And the whole session plus recharging took under 30 minutes.
Keypoints:
T: start heat
T + 80 secs ready, start hitting
T + 160 secs turned the unit off
T + 3 mins started recharging
T + 23 to 28 mins recharged
Intervals:
80 secs to heat up
80 secs to extract
20 secs for mainetance
20-25 min to recharge
I counted with second precision time to heat up, time to extract and time to recharge back.
A stadard-sized load (light pack) got nicely brown all over after one 80 sec hit.
I missed the moment when it finished recharging...
...so it could be anywhere in the 5-min interval i wasn't looking.
Anyway the result is impressive, a 3 minute for full one-hit session from cold start.
And the whole session plus recharging took under 30 minutes.
Keypoints:
T: start heat
T + 80 secs ready, start hitting
T + 160 secs turned the unit off
T + 3 mins started recharging
T + 23 to 28 mins recharged
Intervals:
80 secs to heat up
80 secs to extract
20 secs for mainetance
20-25 min to recharge
adamm
Well-Known Member
Thanks for that OF, huge help, probably makes me sound like a right div but I struggle to get my head round thebattery preservation.
Okay so I think I understand now that from now on, when charging it's best to take it off charge when the 7 lights are lit but the green one is still flashing.
And also to not let it run flat, so I'd assume putting it on charge once only 1 or 2 lights are lit on the battery indicator.
I have that link saved in my favourites really need to give it a read. Appreciate the help, understand how frustrating it is considering the same thing gets asked often. I found a few posts explaining but was still just a little unsure.
End of the day I guess it's not the end of the world either way baring in mind the battery is a replaceable part.
Okay so I think I understand now that from now on, when charging it's best to take it off charge when the 7 lights are lit but the green one is still flashing.
And also to not let it run flat, so I'd assume putting it on charge once only 1 or 2 lights are lit on the battery indicator.
I have that link saved in my favourites really need to give it a read. Appreciate the help, understand how frustrating it is considering the same thing gets asked often. I found a few posts explaining but was still just a little unsure.
End of the day I guess it's not the end of the world either way baring in mind the battery is a replaceable part
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OF
Well-Known Member
Good report, thanks for posting it. I've never pressed that first hit I guess? The fact that Solo supports such extreme differences in use is a true credit to the design I think.
However, IMO, that's a 'worst case' technique if you're trying for maximum battery life. It ensures that the battery is basically fully charged 100% of the time. A worst case situation, it will kill the battery just stored at that level (which is why they come partially charged.....). What you're doing could run the battery life out in as little as 300 sessions (total). If you simply do say 5 more sessions before charging again, that number goes up to 1800 sessions in those same 300 cycles. If you stop the charge short of the light going solid, you could easily double the number of cycles for 3600 sessions before replacement.
The same thing tends to happen with cell phones and laptops for the same reason.
Your call, but I think you might want to rethink that technique. Running on batteries a bit is not only more liberating but makes sound financial sense I think.......
Good luck with it, by all means enjoy the Solo above all else.
Yer welcome, yup, that's the advice.
The going flat is also important. However, the 'battery meter' has a very big margin built into the bottom (it was changed a while back, I suspect because folks were overdischarging?). My personal routine is to check the level each start up. The first time no light show, I go ahead and do one more session but then recharge without fail. If I'm near the charger, I throw it on earlier (while convenient), but I've got one of these gadgets rigged up to automatically stop early (about the 90% point currently).
Under no conditions should you repeat something that led to the Solo 'locking you out' due to discharged battery. One user reported his older, already weak battery, could do this if he tried for 'an extra session' at the bottom of the meter range. Best avoided, and probably a good sign to think about a new battery before it becomes a make or break deal.
OF
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Seek
Apprentice Daydreamer
OF: I treat the battery as I should normally. I've done this just for that time measurement experiment.
Normally I stop recharging a little while after it hits 7 and recharge after few sessions just as you said.
Of course I want them to last as long as possible.
But when they eventually die, I could even upgrade them.
AFAIK there are two 2000mAh by default which could be replaced to 3400.
It hard to imagine how long a Solo with 3400mAh batteries could last on a single charge.
Normally I stop recharging a little while after it hits 7 and recharge after few sessions just as you said.
Of course I want them to last as long as possible.
But when they eventually die, I could even upgrade them.
AFAIK there are two 2000mAh by default which could be replaced to 3400.
It hard to imagine how long a Solo with 3400mAh batteries could last on a single charge.
TheDudeNextDoor
Abiding
Sorry if this has already been definitively answered, but I have this case. It's a nice case but too small for the Solo, much less any stems or other items. The Solo will fit length-wise, but it's too fat for the case to close.
michaelstone
Well-Known Member
Hey yall, any significant changes since the M1D2's? Been awhile, wouldn't no where to begin in thread.
