I would like to add as someone pointed out that the HI will run slightly hotter with a standard 12v power supply. I now only run My HI with a VVPS as I have accidentally combusted with the 12v standard.
Great to hear your 1/4 is still going Stu. Is that the same original Twig? I now have the Tupelo Goblet back as well and only run it on special occasions to prolong the life of the piece.
My 1/4 is one of the original Birthday dogs. Poor guy could never really get hot enough, but he's still cute as hell.
If I remember correctly the birthday vapes were all rather large weren't they? Have you tried your BDUD one a slightly higher voltage Stu? I really believe a variable voltage PSU should be standard issue for log-vape-lovers. Finding and using the right voltage can make a world of difference with these little wooden vapes I've noticed.
I agree 100%, but falling asleep at >12v is a serious risk to consider :/ Probably best to highly suggest it once someone understands the risk involved. Used properly they are amazing though.
darkrom, you need to take two giant steps back and think about what you are saying in your previous post. Implying that the HI could be a fire hazard is not only not true, it is slanderous.
- Do not state opinion as fact. We don’t want to spread bad information. And your 'information' is bad.
NOT funny, but apology accepted. I don't know about Alan though. Perhaps you should personally see to that too?I was joking
I'll prolly be getting a underdog twig also within the next 6 months or so but I wanted to say that my SSV will milk a piece with ease. I love my SSV, but sometimes I get to ripped at nite and leave it on all day I know its not a huge concern but I like the thought of having a vape made to run full time. That's ready to put out ridiculous amounts of vapor 24/7.
I'm torn between 5 vapes (in order of preference, for now)
Quality and Quantity of vapor is a must
Efficiency is a plus...
Supreme Vaporizer (if it's still sold?)
Vriptech Vapor Heat Wand (back in the days I wanted their HG model with the Heat gun haha)
Heat Island (HI)
VapeXhale Cloud
As you can see, ease of use is not much of a problem.
And it will be used through my 14.4mm Roor.
From what I've seen I'd prefer the HI for it's ease of use on the "lazy" days, but I'm unsure if it will produce those big hits I like so much.
The Supreme seems easier to use than the VHW since it's similar to a nail and dome...
And then there's the VapeXhale Cloud, which is bulkier, but since it's half-released, it's hard to compare it to the other vapes I've listed. My impression is the VXC is a bigger "log" vape that would compare with the VHW. Hopefully stonemonkey55 will comment on this one since I've seen his vids. did some nice milks with both
Seeing that with today's technology you could milk a bong with vapor amazed me. Hence my quest for a vaporizer for my bong.
Thanks for your comments!
I think 7th Floor has had a DBV or SSV running for years now without problems Not trying to say you should, or that you shouldn't get a twig, I think my twig was one of my best purchases in a long time.
If I recall correctly that SSV after running for 7 years nonstop finally passed on (RIP) I think a couple of months ago. So I know it's not a huge concern mine stays at vaping temp (2 o'clock) probably 60 hrs a week or more. When I turn it "off" I turn the dial down all the way before the "click" of completely off. I suppose I am just untrusting, as a mechanic of sorts; I know mechanical and heating elements are subject to flaws and varying degrees of life spans within a product line. So I try not to over do it and subject it to continous runtime. That being said I also believe that turning this particular vape all the way off then warming it up by maxing out the dial 5 times a day or more is subjecting to a whole other kind of wear and tear I don't desire.The heating element going from room temp to 100's of degrees very quickly, mechanicanical pot switch (I assume) contacts opening and closing hundreds of times a yr. Even though 7th floor has an incredible warranty and it wouldnt be shipping far. Having a vape fail for any reason especially my SSV is something i want to prolong as LONG as possible. I am probably overly cautious and analyzing but that's just me lol
I am sure your quite right (knocks on wood) and at the rate I am going I'll have some back up vapes if that happensI can absolutely understand the mindset, but on the other hand I believe SO wholeheartedly in the durability of their vapes that I'm torn haha. Either way you will enjoy it for years to come I'm sure.