CouchLog

[TigoleBitties]

wood bowls and stems are great.

Until you have a "combustion event".

I ruined the finish of my CL wood stem when I was getting the combustion stink out.

Ah man, that sucks. I've never tried the wood bowl at a temp over 4.5 on the dial as I never want to risk that.

BTW, @TigoleBitties did you ever make your Couch log "portable" via powerbanks?

I did! The powerbank I'm using is a little bulky but it works and I like the extra battery. Turns out that for me, it runs well with a 5V USB-A cable rated for 2A and I keep the dial at 10 on the temp controller. For me this is comparable to a temp on the dial with the wall plug of around 4ish. With a 20000mah powerbank I could run the CL for probably over 2 hours.

 

[sickmanfraud]

The powerbank I'm using is a little bulky but it works and I like the extra battery. Turns out that for me, it runs well with a 5V USB-A cable rated for 2A and I keep the dial at 10 on the temp controller. For me this is comparable to a temp on the dial with the wall plug of around 4ish. With a 20000mah powerbank I could run the CL for probably over 2 hours.

Is it safe to use cables to limit the voltage to "turn down the heat"?

Thanks to a suggestion by Chris I got one of these https://edstnt.com/products/woodscents-traveling-light-controller

It works. I am waiting for an extension for the cables. You don't use the temperature controller, The temp is controlled by the dimmer switch.

 

[TigoleBitties]

Is it safe to use cables to limit the voltage to "turn down the heat"?

Thanks to a suggestion by Chris I got one of these https://edstnt.com/products/woodscents-traveling-light-controller

It works. I am waiting for an extension for the cables. You don't use the temperature controller, The temp is controlled by the dimmer switch.

Yeah, I got one of those too and it also works. Since I discovered I can get the CL hot enough with 5V USB-A and its original temp controller, I decided not to use the USB-C Ed's cable solution since I only needed that full range if I'm doing concentrates using a battery which doesn't really happen much at all.

It's not so much the USB-A cable that's "turning down the heat", it's more that the USB-A specification doesn't go past 5V, 2A or maybe 3A on some units = 10W-15W which is a very safe range for CL.

 

[ezpz]

Here’s my portable setup

https://imgur.com/a/glXjRY9

Had to house sit for my brother for a week. Unplugging the CL to go outside to take a hit wasn’t ideal. Because of numerous stray cats outside, leaving the CL plugged in outside wasn’t an option. So I used my Ryobi battery for power when outside. Got 5 hours of continuous heat with temp controller on 4.

 

[sickmanfraud]

I bought a used Couch Log a few months ago and a new Couch Log XL recently.

Did anyone else try their XL and Original CL on the same temperature controller?

My original temperature controller is dead.

I decided I wanted to use my original Couch Log with my new Padouk temperature controller and I was surprised that the XL uses a lower number on the dial than my Grenadill Couch log.

@Chris@420Eng told me that the XL uses more power than an original Couch Log so I am a bit confused.

 

[Razhumikin]

I bought a used Couch Log a few months ago and a new Couch Log XL recently.

Did anyone else try their XL and Original CL on the same temperature controller?

My original temperature controller is dead.

I decided I wanted to use my original Couch Log with my new Padouk temperature controller and I was surprised that the XL uses a lower number on the dial than my Grenadill Couch log.

@Chris@420Eng told me that the XL uses more power than an original Couch Log so I am a bit confused.

I use the same temp controller for each of them, my xl uses a slightly higher number than my grenadill cl but a lot less than my og oak couchlog.

 

[RedZep]

I imagine the 18mm version would be more uncomfortable on a J-hook, due to the extra heat calories.

 

[Vehmic]

The XL is absolutely manhandling me right now.

 

[CanikUser19]

The XL is absolutely manhandling me right now.

How so Grasshopper?

 

[Vehmic]

How so Grasshopper?

Way clearer flavor than my Anvil on the same glass, somehow hits even harder, though for sure using more flower. For clarity's sake I never ride the line, and tend to shoot for a lighter roast. I will say the vapor is crazy smooth and the wide open airflow is perfect for my recycler. Currently running on the recommended setting of 3, without good cause I don't plan to change it as it's so easy to use right now. Also just using the wooden bowl right now, it's massive to me.

 

[Pcloudy]

Here is a quick write up with pictures on replacing the temp controller board.
Step 1: Wiggle top off very carefully

https://imgur.com/NdEzFDz

Step 2: Remove oring and the two screws with a t10 bit and pay attention to the orientation of the dimmer in regards to the dash

https://imgur.com/U1wFhE8

https://imgur.com/hyOnY7J

https://imgur.com/5e2Nay2

Step 3: Push the dimmer control through the plastic to expose the solder points

https://imgur.com/prg1OeG

Step 4: Put new board and dimmer control in place and solder it back (easier said than done for someone like me with little experience and no flux)
https://imgur.com/3kdPNAi
Step 5: Re-assemble in reverse order while making sure your marks line up properly (I also tested with a meter and the couch log before putting it all back together)
Step 6: Go back to enjoying your couch log.

 

[CanikUser19]

Way clearer flavor than my Anvil on the same glass, somehow hits even harder, though for sure using more flower. For clarity's sake I never ride the line, and tend to shoot for a lighter roast. I will say the vapor is crazy smooth and the wide open airflow is perfect for my recycler. Currently running on the recommended setting of 3, without good cause I don't plan to change it as it's so easy to use right now. Also just using the wooden bowl right now, it's massive to me.

Did you go for the XL first, or do you have the OG CouchLog as well?

 

[Vehmic]

Did you go for the XL first, or do you have the OG CouchLog as well?

XL first, had wanted a Couchlog for a while and heard the XL was better for wireless hits.

 

[coolbreeze]

Cloudy outside, cloudy inside. Cheers!

 

[Asteroweed]

Cloudy outside, cloudy inside. Cheers!

Wow! May I ask in this thread where did you buy this bong?

 

[coolbreeze]

Wow! May I ask in this thread where did you buy this bong?

It's a Vapexhale hydratube and base clone available on dhgate with various top pieces:

https://www.dhgate.com/product/new-vapexhale-hydratube-with-1-perc-for-the/386697212.html?stockCountry=CN

 

[attackpoints]

The 22mm diffuser bowl from cloud connoisseur fits the couchlog perfectly, if this hasn't been mentioned yet

 

[coolbreeze]

The 22mm diffuser bowl from cloud connoisseur fits the couchlog perfectly, if this hasn't been mentioned yet

Brilliant! Thanks!

 

[lluther]

The 22mm diffuser bowl from cloud connoisseur fits the couchlog perfectly, if this hasn't been mentioned yet

Great tip, I'm looking for a diffuser bowl for the Couchlog, presumably with the cloud connoisseur one the Couchlog wouldn't able to rest on the bowl, I guess that wouldn't matter so much for a quick extraction. Anyone know of any other diffuser bowls that work with the CL?

 

[Grass Yes]

Great tip, I'm looking for a diffuser bowl for the Couchlog, presumably with the cloud connoisseur one the Couchlog wouldn't able to rest on the bowl, I guess that wouldn't matter so much for a quick extraction. Anyone know of any other diffuser bowls that work with the CL?

I works as an injector bowl for the CL. I'm not sure any bowl would work using the CL as a diffuser.

 

[lluther]

I works as an injector bowl for the CL. I'm not sure any bowl would work using the CL as a diffuser.

You're right, thanks for clarifying.

 

[TigoleBitties]

Are you guys talking about this bowl? I'd be interested if this works with the CL but forgive my ignorance, the 22mm refers to the bowl diameter and not the male side?

How much clearance would you have between the flower and the CL head using it as an injector?

I've been looking for a glass injector bowl that's a bit narrower than the VGoodiez one. I find the stock bowl and a DFreez bowl I have tend to work a bit better as they're narrower. Maybe I should just get the Joda bowl.

 

[coolbreeze]

There some variation in the fit. Some fit really well:

Others are a little close:

The JoDa bowl is really great!

 

[Grass Yes]

Are you guys talking about this bowl? I'd be interested if this works with the CL but forgive my ignorance, the 22mm refers to the bowl diameter and not the male side?

It's actually this bowl:

22mm Diffuser W/ SS Screen

22mm glass diffuser bowl that holds a 5/8 screen.

cloud-connoisseur.company.site

(Clear is sold out, color is in stock right now)

The 22mm here refers to the input. Since this is intended for diffusers, that go over the bowl, this refers to the outer diameter of the bowl.

 

[Hagbard Celine]

Hi everyone, I'm trying to learn more about the couchlog, and I have a question about the temperature controller for this device. Others have asked the question about whether another VVPS could be used, but I'm sort of confused by the responses.

Does anyone know if the normal adapter that is sold for logs like the HI or UD could be used? Also, I have a couple of these Micro Voltage Controllers that Alan sells on this page: https://www.toasty-top.com/other.html

They come either in a plastic box housing or on a tiny wood slab. Here's the description:

Micro Voltage Controller - $45
(bamboo and domestic wood). Exotic wood available for additional cost.
Plastic box version - $35
2” x 1.75” x 1.5” tall
Input - 5.5mm x 2.1mm socket, 5 to 30 volts DC (center positive)
Output - 5.5mm x 2.1mm jack, 1 to 30 volts DC (center positive)
25 watt capacity
Programmable start voltage
Digital voltage display
Short circuit protection
No slip feet
Micro knob adjustment

I was hoping to just use one of these.