Dynavap VapCap

[DirtyD]

I decided to give it a go with experimenting anodising Titanium.
My first try ever.
Used a Pyrex bowl filled with tap water (not of so good quality,I'm afraid ) ,
as an (acidic ) electrolyte I used ordinary vinegar (acetic acid ) and as a power source I used
the 19,5 Volt PSU of my laptop.

As a specimen for the procedure I used a titanium spork that was available .
The spork had initially the dull grey color of non-anodised Ti
(sandblasted in midsection /handle ) :

I thought that I was going to get a blue color ,at 19,5 Volts.
But the electrolyte type and it's concentration seem to play also an important role when it comes to achieving specific colors through anodising .

So I got a nice deep gold / bronze ,instead of blue .
Very solid ,very uniform .
(Sorry for the pic,but it was the best out of a dozen.
Pretty difficult for my camera to capture the real hue of the anodised piece.
But ,trust me is quite vivid in real life. )


Now ,I feel more confident for the next step.
Ordered couple of Ti tips from Dynavap and can't wait
for the Ti tubing to arrive .
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1pcs-Titani...814866?hash=item2a40faf492:g:BBgAAOxyJX1S~ytQ

Time for some artwork ,right ?

Seeing that deep gold -bronze color ,I think I would like to have a full Ti VapCap
at that color.
And then is the other one I keep dreaming to make.
A full Ti (tip+stem) VapCap with the tip having an "electric blue " color
that continues at the stem and becomes flames ala "hot-rod" .
In a vivid yellow background color !
And that's for starters.
I like wood ,don't get me wrong.
It's classy !
But for every day carry and use wood is quite fragile ,while I find the M a bit harsh in taste (comparing to my Nonavong ),a bit heavy and a bit "slow" regarding it's operation.
Other than that ,the M is the absolute one-hitter of vapes.

But a full Ti VapCap is at least durable -if not undestructable-,
seawater -resistant ( Greece = seawater -almost-everywhere ) and
at the same time extremely lightweight .
I do get to keep the fast heat up / cool down times and mellow taste of a Ti tip
and the whole unit being anodised in many different ways ,
can even look like a fidget toy or something similar,rather than a vaping tool.

So many possibilities ,at so small package ...
Simply Amazing!

Cheers.

an all titanium M would be neat. The 'T'?... Shit, as an upgrade but same form factor as M, I bet George would end up selling out. I'd be good for a couple at least. A 'Steppin out' or black tie version of the M you love but all ti. Great idea!!. Loving how you thought to anodize.. Way out of my realm of knowledge but so cool to see. I feel like part of the magic of vapcaps is the " patina" or nifty colors the cap turns over time. Anodizing seems to do something similar looking at your pics. Neat! Thanks for ideas. Cheers, D

 

[stardustsailor]

Way out of my realm of knowledge but so cool to see.

http://mrtitanium.com/anodizing.html

 

[WakeAndVape]

damn I love my omni - its a trip something so small delivers so BIG - I can't get over this amazing thing

So I got this nice burl nonavong and I read somewhere in this thread that the metal body hit better so I put the Ti body back on my omni to test this out, and sure enough, performance was indeed better, much better. I will give the nonavong a few more spins but there is a distinct difference between the Ti omni body and the nonavong. The only reason I can visually see would cause a difference is the placement of the carb hole is quite a bit different. What is the answer to this magic that enchants me?

damn you...i was/am perfectly happy with my omnivong...your making me feel like I need a metal body now!

 

[SloJimFizz]

I love my Omni, the mouthpiece and condenser piece is a well made unit that is a breeze to remove and replace with o-rings always going right where you want with no chance of sticking and the condenser keep sliding in. After alot of tries at different depths of adjustment, I prefer it wide open and just feathering the airport (flauta) as I do with the other VC's. I could not dial in a set it and forget carb free setting, so I'm guessing I am not a carbless VC'er.
In other news, found this sweet waterproof case by Plano, perfect for Summer time fun or just packing for a long day.
Got this in the Wal-Mart fishing department for $6.00.

 

[OldCombustor]

You're going to oxidize your cap at an accelerated rate causing wear and possible cracking later on. It also could cause a hot spot and burn part of your load which is never fun. Some rotation will be better than none, IMO.

I should think the vapcap will stand up to this without damage. I have not seen anybody, Dynavap included, stress the importance of not heating one side only.
Edit- see @Winegums post abovd he adds worthy perspective- the rest of this post may therefore he invalid now.

There you have it!

Actually, I read Winegums reply earlier last night and it scared me enough to keep spinning!
Arthritis aside, I will heat and spin until it doesn't hurt.

@Squiby I've been trying the unground nug load method, and I like it.

Last night, I had a different problem. The cap was loose enough that it fell off into my lap right after taking a hit.
Whoa! Hot cap is a real wakeup!
A little squeeze fixed that and I was back in business.

 

[stardustsailor]

Last night, I had a different problem. The cap was loose enough that it fell off into my lap right after taking a hit.
Whoa! Hot cap is a real wakeup!
A little squeeze fixed that and I was back in business.

Yeap ! Hot cap is a real wakeup!
Specially when falling off on your lap.
Still doesn't compare with the inverted "Dynavap" logo branded on my right index finger.

 

[Winegums]

Yeap ! Hot cap is a real wakeup!
Specially when falling off on your lap.
Still doesn't compare with the inverted "Dynavap" logo branded on my right index finger.

I did this the other day, not something you forget.

 

[Andreaerdna]

I would like to ask to vapcappers experimenting some throat/lung/chest irritation or harshness: do you use it as intended or do you close carb hole when hitting?

I find huge difference in harshness and without water I am quite unwilling to hit it carb closed because of this

 

[stardustsailor]

I used to be a quite heavy smoker for almost two decades (I'm close being 41 years old ).
But at the same time I used to be a fan of few extreme sports.
So I did some exercise while being a smoker ,I guess.
I do not know really the condition of my lungs ,to be honest.
But still I can get to the 5th floor while running upwards the stairs without
experiencing any sort of breath or the slightest gasp or start breathing air from the mouth.
Maybe a slight increase in breathing rythm and that's all.

Now,regarding my vapcaping ,I really do not feel any harshness and I always
hit with the carb totally closed and with the vapor being " hot " (not passing through water ).
Actually I really wish all my VCs were carbless.
I use a single flame jet lighter .Usually heating pretty low on the tip ,close to the scoop.
Never experienced any throat/chest /lung irritation .
Maybe sometimes I cough a bit ,due to long tokes and THC being a very effective bronchodilator ,
but I guess that's quite normal.

 

[jambandphan03]

I burned my arm the other day, reaching up to scratch an itch, and grazing across a freshly heated cap while I was puffing... better pay more attention eh? That little sucker is hot, left a blister and a red mark on my arm. I will remember to pay attention better now though hehehe... no repeats. Unfortunately I didn't get any cool reversed branding... just a red mark

 

[invertedisdead]

I would like to ask to vapcappers experimenting some throat/lung/chest irritation or harshness: do you use it as intended or do you close carb hole when hitting?

I find huge difference in harshness and without water I am quite unwilling to hit it carb closed because of this

Vapor is dry and the Vapcap makes extremely dense vapor with a relatively short air path. Personally, I find all dry vapor somewhat "harsh" to a degree, so I find an open carb dry hit really helps mix in fresh cool air to dilute the vapor density a bit, and make the experience smoother.

That said, IMO, the Vapcap was made to run through water!

 

[xlr8shun]

Arthritis aside, I will heat and spin until it doesn't hurt.

arthritis sufferers rejoice

no seriously, my finger dexterity isnt what it used to be either.. so when i first got my vapcap i thought, how can i do this without spinning in my hands.

take your vapcap and lay it on the counter or table, with the cap hanging off the edge of the table. place your hand ontop and roll it back and forth. light your lighter with other hand, and move it back and forth so the flame stays under the vapcap as you move them both back and forth together.

i crafted an image, its easier to understand this way..

this should work anywhere you can find a small flat surface

 

[Vapor Loop]

I would like to ask to vapcappers experimenting some throat/lung/chest irritation or harshness: do you use it as intended or do you close carb hole when hitting?

I find huge difference in harshness and without water I am quite unwilling to hit it carb closed because of this

I sure did, To the extent I put mine away for months, But I actually recently learned to use it no water carb closed.

I do have asthma so a lot of units bother me that don't others.


The thing I was doing wrong before was heating too much, That and I switched from a triple Scorch to a big Zico single. I still get to temp in about 5 seconds, And under that after first heating cycle. I simply keep the second more bright part of the flame slightly off the cap, It get's a orange glow the whole time if done proper.

Modnote: Edited to fix quote tags

 

[stardustsailor]

arthritis sufferers rejoice

no seriously, my finger dexterity isnt what it used to be either.. so when i first got my vapcap i thought, how can i do this without spinning in my hands.

take your vapcap and lay it on the counter or table, with the cap hanging off the edge of the table. place your hand ontop and roll it back and forth. light your lighter with other hand, and move it back and forth so the flame stays under the vapcap as you move them both back and forth together.

i crafted an image, its easier to understand this way..

this should work anywhere you can find a small flat surface

Great idea !

Still ...

I can't help it ,but that method looks alike the method used
here in Greece to "open a dow leaf (filo )" as it is called ,in order to make pies
and pastry sweets like turkish baklava.

" VapCap pie " ?

Cheers.

 

[cybrguy]

Unfortunately I didn't get any cool reversed branding

Don't say stuff like that. Legions will follow suit...

@Squiby show us your vapcap tattoos...

 

[Kermitt]

My order has finally arrived, unfortunately not at my home. Now it is at the customs because a customs declaration has been missing. Now I have to go there tomorrow and will be allowed to wait half the day. I can not imagine that the customs clearance was missing. And as we read here, the correct price of DynaVap will probably have been awarded.

Really annoying ...

 

[Squiby]

would like to ask to vapcappers experimenting some throat/lung/chest irritation or harshness: do you use it as intended or do you close carb hole when hitting?

I use my Vapcaps dry, mostly.

I am an asthmatic and have very very sensitive lungs. Before discovering vapcap I would often abstain from partaking just to avoid the unpleasant lung irritation that followed.

Three things came together that totally eliminated lung and throat irritation and left only pure cool smooth vapor.

First, as I mentioned, I discovered the Vapcap. Using unground herb that is stored with a 62% Bodeva pack and toasting the herb to a toasty caramel brown ensures a cool satisfying vapor. No need to heat it to a dark brown. I find that very dry herb creates massive harsh cough worthy clouds that is totally counter productive to enjoyment. I mean really, who enjoys coughing a lung out?

Second, I learned about mouthpulling from @natural farmer. Essentially, you cover the carb while pulling vapor into your mouth rather than sucking it directly into your lungs. Think of sucking liquid through a straw into your mouth or puffing on a cigar, same technique. Near the end of the mouthpull open or feather the carb and inhale fresh cool air along with the vapor.

Third, I use a degummed hemp fiber filter sandwiched between two screens. This serves to filter out any fine particulates that may make their way past the screen into the condenser and therefore into your lungs. This was a total game changer for me. Not only do you get pure vapor devoid of tiny bits to irritate your lungs, but your Vapcap condenser remains clean for a long long time. I highly recommend a hemp filter to anyone experiencing lung or throat irritation. I vape every few hours throughout the day and the filter will last me about a month. You will know when it needs changing when the taste and air restriction changes.

I hope you are able to alleviate the irritation you are experiencing. I can sympathize. Nothing is more of a buzzkill than feeling crappy after vaping.

 

[grokit]

Now that I'm thinking of it, I've never freely rolled my vapcap while heating it up. I just heat it for a bit, and turn it about 25% rotation a few times. I suppose it's more of a stepped rotation than a continuous one.

I mostly use my vapcaps dry. Mostly because I've been on a dry kick lately (even with my ssv)

I did figure something out with my 'm' and dynastash. The m tends to rattle LOUDLY inside the dynastash, from it being on the heavier side of vapcaps and also being a bit shorter than the compartment it goes in. So I put little puffballs of hemp fiber in there, until it was cushioned quiet and snug as a bug in a rug.

 

[Squiby]

@Squiby show us your vapcap tattoos...

I would, but I'm afraid if I did that, this wouldn't be a family channel anymore...

o I put little puffballs of hemp fiber in there, until it was cushioned quiet and snug as a bug in a rug.

you can never have too much hemp fiber around. It has so many usefully applications. For that matter, you can't have too many flowers around either.... . The entire plant is an absolute gift from the Gods.

 

[cybrguy]

I would, but I'm afraid if I did that, this wouldn't be a family channel anymore...

Fine. We'll just use out imagination...

 

[Andreaerdna]

@Squiby, you are right, mouthpullig works but since I stopped cigs I lost the habit

I often use it dry too but I left carb open and I draw slowly but steadily, this way it gives me lung pulling full of vapor without any irritation or harshness.

So many ways to enjoy!

 

[Sketch420]

Now that I'm thinking of it, I've never freely rolled my vapcap while heating it up. I just heat it for a bit, and turn it about 25% rotation a few times. I suppose it's more of a stepped rotation than a continuous one.

I mostly use my vapcaps dry. Mostly because I've been on a dry kick lately (even with my ssv)

I did figure something out with my 'm' and dynastash. The m tends to rattle LOUDLY inside the dynastash, from it being on the heavier side of vapcaps and also being a bit shorter than the compartment it goes in. So I put little puffballs of hemp fiber in there, until it was cushioned quiet and snug as a bug in a rug.

Try to use the MP that comes with the og. I use that on the end of my VC to help silence it in my dynastash when out and about. Good idea though

 

[stardustsailor]

@Winegums .
Brother I think you should check this :

http://www.reactivemetals.com/mokume-gane-alloys

http://www.reactivemetals.com/products-1



$1500 per inch ?


" VapCap ...A jewel in your hands ! "
Can you imagine stems ,mouthpieces and bodies worth of several $$$ or $$$$ ?
How many people from the Forbes list are hardcore vapers,I wonder ...

 

[cybrguy]

Well, clearly there are folk like Snoop, and Whoopie, and Willy who might like precious metal vapes. Actually, it wouldn't have to be crazy expensive. There are probably many in here who could own one if they really wanted to. I had a silver chillumish thing back in the day, and it wasn't that pricey. Now, 24K gold or platinum or something like that could get up there of course. Or jewels. Think about what the Kardasians probably smoke or vape out of...
No, nevermind, I don't want to think about that.

 

[xlr8shun]

$1500 per inch ?

i know it says per linear inch, however they only list 1/4 inch... is that really $1500 for 1/4"

wow, $6k for a whole inch.. thats CRAZY!