Discontinued Epicvape EV-1/EV-2

[collegerower]

Here are a few quick shots of my replacement unit.

The only area that needs a little refining is where the cord goes into the unit. A fitting or something on the wood. A very small detail, but a noticeable one.

I still have not seen what this puppy can do because Andy is waiting on his glass blower. I will report back as soon as I give it a ride!

 

[gvape]

Ok, so I gotta stay this set up kicks a punch in the face! A video would do better but pictures will suffice for now Just wanted to share with anyone who may be interested in what I have been playing around with. I gotta say I just love this EV. I have only been using my EV and Omicron lately, with a side of TT here and there. I just love how I can hook the EV up to all my glass.

If anyone is willing to drop the extra cash maybe get the Fatty or new Saturn Tamer. I can tell you now, you will love it. You will also need a 18mm male to male connection for the bowl. Otherwise I just got the SSV/LSV Original Vapor Tamer ($29.99 on sale oooooooh)
http://silversurfervap.com/glass/glycerin-cooling/vapor-tamer.html

Andy, you may want to look in to some of this in the future and possibly offer it as an accessory. I know your customers will love it as much as I do.






*EDIT*

The name of this vape couldn't be better... damn this thing is epic.

 

[Ed's TnT]

The only area that needs a little refining is where the cord goes into the unit. A fitting or something on the wood. A very small detail, but a noticeable one.

A rubber grommet would get you fixed right up, try these guys Your link text.

 

[wizzoh]

The new unit arrived today, happy Friday to me!

It's beautiful, to start, about the same size as last time around (I'm the proud owner of two dozen film cameras, but none digital, so pictures may come in time.) If anything it's a bit shorter, but the aesthetics changed in more than just size. The top of the unit now features a more rounded and bevel'd guard compared to the cog-like guard on the last one, and it's been inserted from the bottom, it would appear. The wood around that guard now is rounded and polished looking, everything has a wonderful lustre to it.

On my last unit the heating element was at a slight angle, but this one is perfectly true, and looks a bit shorter than before.

The light inside is offset, and not just under the element like before, and it's also become blue instead of orange, which, I suppose, matches my caselights on my PC. A nice co-incidence.

The bottom of the unit is uncovered, a round metal plate covers the internals and is held in place by two Phillips head screws.

The cable is black and cloth covered, the switch is black too, the cable is still the "flat" kind, but it's more flexible and longer than before.

Andy also included a new El-Bowl with the unit, and it too differs slightly. The glass is the same, as well as the thimble screen, but the 'rear' screen (The top one if the bowl is in the vape), is different. It appears to be a modified 1" or so round pipe-screen, cut to fold up in the top, and it's result is that it's further away from the thimble. This might allow the material being vaped to be held by suction further from the element, reducing temperature somewhat, or just allow for the filling of larger bowls, and easier screen replacement when the time comes.

The unit is heating up next to me now, and I'll come back and edit this post to account for the actual use of it, with (hopefully) both bowls, as well as with a water-pipe.

I'm awfully excited to use a proper vape again. I've been using an EQ elbow as a bowl/heat-diffuser with my water pipe in the mean time, and temperature control is a trick with it, and the too-hot-too-sleepy feeling that comes with it won't be much missed (But to be perfectly fair, I never combusted with it, and it worked, so there's no knocking that part of it).

Edit:

A short one, because it works. I prefer the new screen style greatly. It lets you see inside the bowl and watch the process, which is fun, and it also tastes better, runs cooler, and still makes massive clouds. Yeehaw.

 

[IAmKrazy2]

Run's a little cooler? Sounds like it it mostly the bowl, but i am certain the newer version, is more up my ally. I like my vapor thick, but low temp. Sounds like Andy knocked the new model out of the park, thanks for your thoughts.

 

[wizzoh]

I remember Andy having mentioned something about a shorter heating element, and he told me I was getting the first of the new style, so I'd assume that factors in some, too. The whole unit is cooler to the touch from the outside.

 

[ACE OF VAPE]

Here's a quick pic of the final design. Just about everything is new, from the base, to heating element, to the cord, to the to the assembly. The grill is now cut from solid billet intstead of laser cut, and loaded from the bottom. It is held in place by the wood ridge at the top. Just waiting for glass then production will begin!

 

[559stonerr]

Here's a quick pic of the final design. Just about everything is new, from the base, to heating element, to the cord, to the to the assembly. The grill is now cut from solid billet intstead of laser cut, and loaded from the bottom. It is held in place by the wood ridge at the top. Just waiting for glass then production will begin!http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/2577/newepic.th.jpg

holy shit andy! that looks Badass!! you just keep making it better and better...loving the new design changes and the wooden circle indent towards the bottom. very excited for the newest vaporizer! EPIC vape is the best

 

[wizzoh]

Congrats! I couldn't be happier that more and more people will get their hands on this amazing thing.

The boost setting treated me to some clouds from concentrate earlier today like the little champion this thing is.

 

[biojuggernaut]

it seems as if it is time for me to consider joining the family now that the EV is finally finished. Will any of the glass have a 14 male for filtration?

 

[ACE OF VAPE]

The new EV-1 is ready! Pictures and details to follow shortly, as well as a special FC discount code.

Thanks,
Andy@epicvape.com

 

[gvape]

Woohoo! I cant wait to see the new pictures and get the final unit! I got some new fun glass pieces made for my epic. I will take some pics and maybe a video to show off.

 

[Abysmal Vapor]

The new EV-1 is ready! Pictures and details to follow shortly, as well as a special FC discount code.

Thanks,
Andy@epicvape.com

Awesome . Cant wait to see pics .

 

[ACE OF VAPE]

My goal or 'mission' when I started this project were:
The efficiency and 24/7 operation of a 'log' style vape with the power of an 'SSV' or 'whip' style vape, in a 'Green and Clean' reliable delivery unit, that I would be proud to display on my desk. I hope you like the result.

Clean and Green:
1) Single solid piece of sustainable American hardwood. (no glue, no laminates)
2) Natural shellac and carnauba wax finish.
3) Ceramic heater
4) Draws only 10-14 watts (depending on your personal heat preference). 18 watts on boost.
5) No animal testing.
6) ROhs compliant.

Features:
1) Simple, reliable 24/7 'Ready when you are' operation.
2) Natural wood insulation gets comfortably warm, never hot.
3) Exclusive 'Off-On-Boost' switch as well as infinite 'set and forget' variable temperature control are all located on the bottom of the unit.
3) Concentrate ready
4) Cool blue neon power status light glows on the inside of the heating chamber.
5) Exclusive 'El-bowl' eliminates spills.
6) The unit itself never needs any maintenance or cleaning.
7) 3 year warranty with available lifetime warranty option.
8) Designed and built in the USA

 

[Abysmal Vapor]

Looks fantastic AoV !!! Is there a heating element in the airpath like the DBV/SSV ?
Is your vape general composition ceramic element heating the air like in DBV/SSV with a glass cover inside of a wooden body ?
I really like the boost mode option, it will be kickass for concentrates !

 

[ACE OF VAPE]

Looks fantastic AoV !!! Is there a heating element in the airpath like the DBV/SSV ?
Is your vape general composition ceramic element heating the air like in DBV/SSV with a glass cover inside of a wooden body ?.

Thank you for the compliment. Yes, the ceramic element and heating path are very similar to the DBV?SSv, however mine draws much less (about 1/2) the a/c power.

Andy@epicvape

 

[wizzoh]

Looking excellent! I'm glad to see the project coming to fruition. My EV-1 is still serving me dutifully daily.

 

[PhishCactus]

im all for supporting no animal testing but i can't say that was one of my main concerns... hahahah although i bet a bunch of orangutans could have some fun with easy to use vapes

 

[Slinkytreekreeper]

Does concentrate ready mean the heat is right or that you can put oils in there without any bud to soak it up?

 

[wizzoh]

Does concentrate ready mean the heat is right or that you can put oils in there without any bud to soak it up?

I have one "thimble" shaped screen that I've dedicated to concentrates, I'll just put a dab of them on there and I've had success with that on boost mode.

 

[ilovebOObs]

i was gonna order the new HI after new years, but i think your epic vape sounds like a better fit for me, since i love glass and yours is glass ready which is awesome!!!! is the coupon code posted yet?

 

[ACE OF VAPE]

is the coupon code posted yet?.

YES the code is live! for those who want to pre-order. Units will begin shipping in one week.

The code is: fclove

The Discount for FC members who pre-order now until DEC 31, 20011 is a healthy 30%.

You must be registeed with www.epicvape.com for the code to work.


Thanks again for all your support fc members!

Andy@epicvape

please note the EV-1 pictured on the welcome page www.epicvape.com is the old version. Waiting for my web designer to update the photo. The smaller thumbnail photos on the order page are the producion models.

 

[ilovebOObs]

dam i was gonna wait till after new years since money is tight, but 30% off is hard to pass up, guess i have to find stuff to sell off.

 

[Slinkytreekreeper]

Thanks wizzoh

 

[IAmKrazy2]

Andy is making moves!

i think this new Epic vape will be... um, Epic!

Nice improvements, and a hella a looking nice vape. I need one! Expect a new full on review from me. I think these changes just might carve the EV1 out a piece of the log market..... more to come