Crafty Vaper
Ain't easy being green
I put the ISO through a coffee filter.
Crafty/Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel
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I put the ISO through a coffee filter.
Thcgos
Vape Addict
I got mine from vapefiend but that was before someone here mentioned the company "vaping fans"; It's half the price there!
http://www.vapingfans.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Crafty&cat=
I personally don't feel it makes much difference to be honest, if it does, it's marginal.
But it gives a very nice tactile feel on the lips.
I always say it's like drinking from a glass cup, versus a plastic cup.
I like the feel of glass on my lips and always opt for a glass cup.
It doesn't change the taste of the liquid, but it feels better than plastic on your lips.
Same thing here IMHO.
Alan Partridge
Smell my cheese
The front page of that site is fantastic
"What a fuck vaping!"
"Vape off with your bad sexy self!"
"Beat that butt!"
Brilliant.
Some quality time with crafty in the mountains =)
NimbusVapor
Well-Known Member
Does anyone here use the crafty for concentrates?
I couldn't find someone using the crafty with concentrates only ( with the pad not flowers) , does anyone know if one exists?
I'm looking for a good portable solution that could do both flower and concentrate but I'm wondering if the concentrate pads are worthy or if they really work well?
I couldn't find someone using the crafty with concentrates only ( with the pad not flowers) , does anyone know if one exists?
I'm looking for a good portable solution that could do both flower and concentrate but I'm wondering if the concentrate pads are worthy or if they really work well?
Mr. Me2
Well-Known Member
I'm a Crafty fan, but isn't the haze 3 designed with 2 ovens for that dual use?
Hi all. So I've had this Crafty for about 9 months and I love it, except the battery life. The battery has been getting worse and worse, recently it started dropping down from full (solid blue light) to nil (rapid flashing) after only one 10 minute use. Charging would go straight from rapid flashing to solid light in a very short time.
Then, yesterday, it stopped charging at all, I get a flash when I plug in the charger, then all lights off.
I'm hoping the PCB ICs are OK, and the problem is limited to a bad battery. Ever since I owned this unit, it has had a strange symptom of going into boost heat even though I didn't double click. My first crafty never had this issue (lost it on the golf course).
So now I need to do something about it. My plan is two fold:
A) Buy a handheld corded vape
B) Repair the Crafty
A) Need suggestions here.. I want a vape with qualities similar to the crafty, but corded. I don't want a desktop unit. Thinking about the Plenty, but not sure about the vapour quality.
B). OK so some may say, send to S&B. Here's the thing I don't want to Int'l ship something that may have traces of material that has questionable legal status in different jurisdictions.
I am a working electronic technologist with 15 years experience. I am reasonably confident I can replace the battery. I know the risks of working with lithium batteries and am capable of working safely (I am also an electric helicopter hobbiest). I know it will void the warranty.
I'm now in the market for un-protected 18650 cells with spot welded solder tabs.
The original ncr18650pf supports 10A continuous drain current and is rated for 2900mAh.
There are loads of higher drain cells out there but the mAh is lower. I'd like a cell that can meet the drain requirement of the crafty, and last as long as possible. Hopefully there is a product out there that is better than the original.
The ncr18650b has a much higher 3400mAh rating, but continous drain current is only 6.7A, I'm not sure that's enough for the crafty. It may take too long to heat up, or it could be perfect. If it's enough current, the extra capacity would make for much longer sessions. Considering buying a ncr18650b and a ncr18650pf and trying both. Suggestions are welcome.
Thanks for this great forum.
Then, yesterday, it stopped charging at all, I get a flash when I plug in the charger, then all lights off.
I'm hoping the PCB ICs are OK, and the problem is limited to a bad battery. Ever since I owned this unit, it has had a strange symptom of going into boost heat even though I didn't double click. My first crafty never had this issue (lost it on the golf course).
So now I need to do something about it. My plan is two fold:
A) Buy a handheld corded vape
B) Repair the Crafty
A) Need suggestions here.. I want a vape with qualities similar to the crafty, but corded. I don't want a desktop unit. Thinking about the Plenty, but not sure about the vapour quality.
B). OK so some may say, send to S&B. Here's the thing I don't want to Int'l ship something that may have traces of material that has questionable legal status in different jurisdictions.
I am a working electronic technologist with 15 years experience. I am reasonably confident I can replace the battery. I know the risks of working with lithium batteries and am capable of working safely (I am also an electric helicopter hobbiest). I know it will void the warranty.
I'm now in the market for un-protected 18650 cells with spot welded solder tabs.
The original ncr18650pf supports 10A continuous drain current and is rated for 2900mAh.
There are loads of higher drain cells out there but the mAh is lower. I'd like a cell that can meet the drain requirement of the crafty, and last as long as possible. Hopefully there is a product out there that is better than the original.
The ncr18650b has a much higher 3400mAh rating, but continous drain current is only 6.7A, I'm not sure that's enough for the crafty. It may take too long to heat up, or it could be perfect. If it's enough current, the extra capacity would make for much longer sessions. Considering buying a ncr18650b and a ncr18650pf and trying both. Suggestions are welcome.
Thanks for this great forum.
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tdriver
Well-Known Member
I wou
I would send the crafty in for replacement, but ask for a mighty upgrade.
....I don't know what they charge these days for a crafty->mighty upgrade.
I would send the crafty in for replacement, but ask for a mighty upgrade.
....I don't know what they charge these days for a crafty->mighty upgrade.
Occassionally, but generally with bubble or herb as a thin layer sponge on the bottom, wax, shatter, then oilpad on top.
You'll just get extra rips, but potent rips =)
Thcgos
Vape Addict
A) For effect/vapor quality, I've been told by many that the plenty is a very close match to the crafty/mighty.
I personally have a Volcano digital, it's an awesome desktop, but nearly double the price of the plenty and it's bag (depends if you want bag or not). I love my volcano but I think if you are adamant you want the same experience, you might prefer a direct draw like the plenty.
B) Regarding battery selection, I would suggest speaking to @Vambo1980 he has replaced his batteries several times now. Maybe he could tell you which worked best in his experience.
However if I were you, I would clean out the base unit thoroughly with ISO (you don't have to send the cooling unit).
Use your warranty while you have it, but it's your call.
justcametomind
Well-Known Member
@NimbusVapor sometimes I use it w/ concentrates but it's a mess. I have a 69€ dabstorm for that or an FM mini pro that has cans for oil.
cloudsosmoke
Well-Known Member
l have crafty (5 mts) and plenty (1 mts)
.. the thing i noticed
i can use crafty going up +5c/10f degrees so lots of steps in temp (..i like the effect)
..also its great just at low temp - good visible vapor at 165c (330f)
im finding plenty cant really do precision temp control like that unless you play with on/off switch
so i guess it might depend on your preferred vaping technique
EDIT storz and bickel vapes seem to always deliver ..so its a great vape
oh and its a coiled whip ..much longer vapor path so much longer slow draws needed
.. the thing i noticed
i can use crafty going up +5c/10f degrees so lots of steps in temp (..i like the effect)
..also its great just at low temp - good visible vapor at 165c (330f)
im finding plenty cant really do precision temp control like that unless you play with on/off switch
so i guess it might depend on your preferred vaping technique
EDIT storz and bickel vapes seem to always deliver ..so its a great vape
oh and its a coiled whip ..much longer vapor path so much longer slow draws needed
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Just an update on my warranty issue. Last post I mentioned that I asked them what will be covered under warranty after they told me that they recommend me to get the Battery Service. They said they would fix red/yellow flashing lights. They made no mention of the housing. I sent another email asking why the housing wasn't covered. Remember they wanted me to get Battery Service which includes firmware update, shipping costs and new housing. This time they responded that the housing was on of the few things that will be addressed under warranty. And once again they asked me if I wanted battery service or opt out.
So after confirming that the housing will be covered under the warranty I told them I will pass on the Battery Service. My thoughts are if they are going to replace the electronics and housing that they will just end up sending me a new Crafty. And if that is the case they will not waste the time to unsolder my battery and put it in the new crafty. I figure I will test my luck. I refuse to pay for battery service when 75% of the cost of battery service is covered under my warranty claim.
I'll let you know when I get it back if they just gave me a whole new Crafty. Just be careful if your sending yours in for warranty and they email back recommending battery service.
So after confirming that the housing will be covered under the warranty I told them I will pass on the Battery Service. My thoughts are if they are going to replace the electronics and housing that they will just end up sending me a new Crafty. And if that is the case they will not waste the time to unsolder my battery and put it in the new crafty. I figure I will test my luck. I refuse to pay for battery service when 75% of the cost of battery service is covered under my warranty claim.
I'll let you know when I get it back if they just gave me a whole new Crafty. Just be careful if your sending yours in for warranty and they email back recommending battery service.
Spocks_Katra
Well-Known Member
I have a mighty but am praying that they release a new crafty with removable 18650s..
One can only dream
One can only dream
brokecollegekid
Member
Flowermate mini rocks for oil
@Obveron If your trying to get a cheap desktop check out the extreme q. Only about 170. Does both bags and whip
Crafty Vaper
Ain't easy being green
Sorry for your loss!
biohacker
HREAM
I have a mighty but am praying that they release a new crafty with removable 18650s..
One can only dream
Yep, this is it! That battery is definitely the weak link in the chain. Damn, i'd pay even an extra $50-100 if they could just put in some sort of solid kick ass battery that wouldn't degrade so damn fast.
No. The just recommend it.
"Please package the device well (the original box and styrofoam is best) and send it to:"
Razshiro
Well-Known Member
Sorry for your loss!
thanks
!! RMA process done yesterday, they answered today , they're giving free shipping UPS label and seems to be agree for an upgrade (for 50€) ... wait & seeSomeone know this kind of screen btw: http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/the-mighty-by-storz-bickel.16000/page-270#post-942488
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Mrbrown81k
Well-Known Member
Hey Guys! Got my crafty back from RMA a couple weeks ago (second one Ive sent in) and noticed that the LED light now only lights on one light until the heat has almost reached temperature andthen both light up about 15 seconds before its reached its desired temp. Is this a new feature in v2.10 or is this yet another defect?