RBT Milaana stems by cannabis.pro

[cannabis.pro]

Quick update on things. We'll be adding the case pictured above to our shop. Holds everything perfectly in terms of a short/medium stem, a battery case, a Mendo Mulcher 1.5 or 1.75" grinder.

In terms of glass progress, in an effort to keep costs as low as possible, we are evaluating another supplier and going to fine tune everything one last time before moving into production. UPS gets here late this afternoon, so we'll know more Monday in terms of what we are doing.

 

[Copacetic]

Quick update on things. We'll be adding the case pictured above to our shop. Holds everything perfectly in terms of a short/medium stem, a battery case, a Mendo Mulcher 1.5 or 1.75" grinder.

In terms of glass progress, in an effort to keep costs as low as possible, we are evaluating another supplier and going to fine tune everything one last time before moving into production. UPS gets here late this afternoon, so we'll know more Monday in terms of what we are doing.

I hope the joints are going to be short enough.

I say this as even some stems supplied by RBT have failed to fit my Milaana.
My supplied short stem fitted fine, but my long stem (R.I.P) rested on the heater screen, and didn't seal.
A second long stem which @SteamfunQ very kindly (thanks buddy!) sent to me also rests on the screen without sealing.
I smashed my original stem while attempting to shorten the joint, but I'm going to wait for a proper set of diamond discs for my Dremel before I attempt more surgery.

SteamfunQ did say that the stem he sent fitted his Mi, so maybe the female joint or screen placement is the problem in my case, but in case your other potential customers also have 'shallow' female joints, it might be an idea to ensure that your stems will have a joint short enough (or fat enough) to offer a proper seal with all Milaanas.

I'm going to get some teflon tape to stand-in until the diamond discs get here, but I'm looking forward to being able to buy some from you Cannabis pro, the Top Hat and Crutch both look ideal to me.

I love this community.
SteamfunQ reached out to help a fellow Milaana owner in need, and this isn't even the first time I've been helped out (thanks for that INH WPA @ShayWhiteGrow !).
Props guys, together we are stronger stoned-er

 

[cannabis.pro]

Just another quick update. The supplier we have evaluated to lower the costs didn't meet our specs as the internal glass dimensions are too thick (meaning the TopHat or Crutch won't fit inside). We've contacted the initial supplier for samples of the 19/22 US joint as we cutoff a 26 for the alpha run. Should all go well, then we'll do a beta run, get some pictures of everything up here including some GonGs per requests, and then move into production.

We want to be able to have everything as it should be rather than rush things into production and wind up with money, time, resources and energy lost. All along the way, we are re-evaluating our initial alpha run so that we can offer smaller dose options without the necessity to grind and rely upon stainless steel screens.

Another case that we'll be putting in the shop. Offers a watertight/airtight seal versus traditional 18650 plastic cases. Thoughts?

 

[Copacetic]

Just another quick update. The supplier we have evaluated to lower the costs didn't meet our specs as the internal glass dimensions are too thick (meaning the TopHat or Crutch won't fit inside). We've contacted the initial supplier for samples of the 19/22 US joint as we cutoff a 26 for the alpha run. Should all go well, then we'll do a beta run, get some pictures of everything up here including some GonGs per requests, and then move into production.

We want to be able to have everything as it should be rather than rush things into production and wind up with money, time, resources and energy lost. All along the way, we are re-evaluating our initial alpha run so that we can offer smaller dose options without the necessity to grind and rely upon stainless steel screens.

Another case that we'll be putting in the shop. Offers a watertight/airtight seal versus traditional 18650 plastic cases. Thoughts?

Nice case, I think a short, fat herb container that would just fit in there (along with a battery) might also be cool, as it would allow us to store the short stem in the Milaana itself, while the battery, and herb tube is in the case.
Herb and battery in case, stem in Milaana battery compartment.

I don't vape out and about much, but a case like this would definitely tempt me for those rare occasions.

 

[cannabis.pro]

@Copacetic haha, you got me thinking. On the smaller case above, I can actually fit two batteries and a short stem in that small case, didn't try when I was taking those pictures as I thought it wouldn't be wide enough. Things don't shake around as much then either.

 

[Copacetic]

@Copacetic haha, you got me thinking. On the smaller case above, I can actually fit two batteries and a short stem in that small case, didn't try when I was taking those pictures as I thought it wouldn't be wide enough. Things don't shake around as much then either.

So it would be possible to fit 2 batt's and a mini doob tube in the case, and the short stem in the Milaana batt' compartment!
Perfect !

 

[cannabis.pro]

So it would be possible to fit 2 batt's and a mini doob tube in the case, and the short stem in the Milaana batt' compartment!
Perfect !

That is correct! All cases shown here are now listed in the shop. Need more pictures or have questions, let me know.

Just a little update: On the glass side of things, next round of prototypes will be complete shortly, we'll be putting photos up here and moving into production ideally after this test round.

Over at the shop, we are having a Labor Day Sale and I wanted to pass the discount off to the wonderfully supportive FC Community, see the link below:
http://eepurl.com/cbH9Fv

Offer ends at Midnight EST on September 5th 2016

 

[cannabis.pro]

We've been working on keeping costs low and quality top. Shown above are some of the new TopHat Modular Bullets. Below is the medium "Slim": there is no stationary glass screen in Slim, just a narrowed/pinched top of the joint that acts as a barrier to keep the Top Hat within. Bottom is a short stem with glass screen installed.

Slim will keep costs lower but increases the chances for unwanted material making it through the filter. Stationary screen has an extra layer of glass for unwanted material to get stuck in and will increase the costs for the stem due to extra labor for installing the screen, similar to how @RastaBuddhaTao is charging less for long stem (which need no work) vs. short stem (needs to be cut and polished).

At this point, here are the items under consideration:
Short Stem Slim
Short Stem Screened
Medium Stem Slim
Medium Stem Screened
TopHat
Crutch

Followed by:
18mm Male : Glass Screen : 18mm Male
18mm Male : Glass Screen : 14mm Male

 

[stickstones]

I want!

 

[Copacetic]

Lookin' good Pro
My proposed order won't change much, except that I'd like the two medium stems to be one of each (you got PM).

Once you've got prices nailed down I'll decide what I can afford

 

[cannabis.pro]

Good morning FCrz!

Thanks for the continued support everyone! Above is a shot of the short stem with TopHat Bullet going in/inserted. Been using ground and unground material in the TopHat. Short stem is just like RBT short stem @ 67-68mm while the medium is ≈ 100mm total. Top Hat will only work with our stems, it will not work with stock RBT stems, they don't fit. The Crutch is on-hold and undergoing further beta testing.

Just wanted to give everyone a heads up on some pricing:
TopHat Bullets : $6 each
Slim Stems in short or medium length: $9
Screened Stems in short or medium length: $13

Screened GonG Transition: $15
18mmMale:Screen:18mmMale
18mmMale:Screen:14mmMale

As I mentioned previously, GonG transitions will come after initial production run of TopHats, Slims, and Screened Stems. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I will have an ETA shortly on when these will be ready to ship.

 

[BadDog No]

Love the Tophat/Slim. Don't like to throw the word genius around lightly, but...

 

[stickstones]

Quit teasing me already!

 

[mrbonsai420]

I use mine through water 90% of the time. I am on board to give this a try either way but please release a 14 and 18mm gong version too!

Let me know when these are available.

 

[cannabis.pro]

Thanks for all the positive comments @stickstones @BadDog No and @mrbonsai420 !!!

Someone had asked me about how the TopHat and how much material it holds. Packed full I would say it holds ≈ .2g and half full is ≈ .1g and part of this is why the Crutch is on the chopping block as it didn't perform as well as the TopHat. The Crutch design was based on a .1g budlet and at this point, I don't see a reason to keep moving forward with it.

I have some things in mind for a way of storing multiple TopHats and wanted to entertain ideas that other folks have or suggestions. @Copacetic @ZC @fluffhead @Oogendoogan @Shit Snacks @Bravesst @little maggie @mephisto @nosmoking @virtualpurple @SteamfunQ thoughts?

edit: to correct @ bravesst typo

 

[subway13029]

Very confused as to what the top hat/ crutch does?

 

[cannabis.pro]

Very confused as to what the top hat/ crutch does?

Drop In/Drop Out reload on the go @subway13029 and allows for ground or unground material to be used in a narrower chamber with a more even heat distribution via resistance created by glass screen(s).

 

[subway13029]

Word!! I just got back in the mi game so i guess im a have to get some of these..and a gong and some stems..like it alot..

 

[nosmoking]

Thanks for all the positive comments @stickstones @BadDog No and @mrbonsai420 !!!

Someone had asked me about how the TopHat and how much material it holds. Packed full I would say it holds ≈ .2g and half full is ≈ .1g and part of this is why the Crutch is on the chopping block as it didn't perform as well as the TopHat. The Crutch design was based on a .1g budlet and at this point, I don't see a reason to keep moving forward with it.

I have some things in mind for a way of storing multiple TopHats and wanted to entertain ideas that other folks have or suggestions. @Copacetic @ZC @fluffhead @Oogendoogan @Shit Snacks @Bravesst @little maggie @mephisto @nosmoking @virtualpurple @SteamfunQ thoughts?

edit: to correct @ bravesst typo

Something like this could work well for storage. A wooden enclosure wood be that much sweeter! I load up my evolve donuts and throw 3-5 of them in here and carry it around for the day so I dont have to reload on the go

 

[mephisto]

I second @nosmoking with the suggestion for a form fitting type case. Maybe a silicon based case with a 3-5 bullet capacity. How about a dual sided case with one side for battery storage and the other for bullet storge. This type carrier could then slide in and out of the carrying case for easy use.

 

[alltoreup]

@Ratchett can probably make something for the bullets @cannabis.pro

 

[virtualpurple]

I like @mephisto's suggestion.

 

[cannabis.pro]

@nosmoking @mephisto @alltoreup @virtualpurple Thank you for the suggestions!

Glass orders will be shipping out next week. Quantities are limited. For anyone interested in international shipping, please send me a PM or message via the website of what you would like for a shipping quote with your shipping address.

MicroStashCase holding two batteries, a short stem, and 4 TopHats (6-8 will fit). Closes snugly with no jiggles on the insides.

US Folks can order direct from http://www.420edc.com

Thanks for the support everyone!

 

[Copacetic]

@nosmoking @mephisto @alltoreup @virtualpurple Thank you for the suggestions!

Glass orders will be shipping out next week. Quantities are limited. For anyone interested in international shipping, please send me a PM or message via the website of what you would like for a shipping quote with your shipping address.

MicroStashCase holding two batteries, a short stem, and 4 TopHats (6-8 will fit). Closes snugly with no jiggles on the insides.

US Folks can order direct from http://www.420edc.com

Thanks for the support everyone!

Yahooooo!
Placed a request for international purchase!

I didn't have any particular ideas for top-hat storage until tonight:

How about a simple tube, with an I-D large enough to accommodate top-hats end-to-end (say 4 or 5), and a removable cap or lid at each end (hinged cap is another possibility).
Mark one cap with a green 'battery full' icon, the other with a red 'battery empty' icon.

In use, the user takes a fresh top hat from the green end, and replaces a spent top-hat in the red end, thereby cycling through the fresh top-hats until the original spent top-hat re-appears at the green end.

A very simple 'bookmark' divider/indicator could be inserted by the user between the fresh batteries and the first spent bullet, to indicate when all the top-hats are empty, or alternatively, to alert when the last two are all that's left.
(I'm thinking that this would be overkill, but so easy to achieve that it might prove worthwhile)

The tube could be machined aluminium, plastic, bamboo, wood even something like re-enforced card or paper (carbon fibre anyone?)

Two tubes 'double barrel' style, and 4 top-hats long would hold 8 top-hats in a fairly small footprint.

 

[subway13029]

Ratchett had just made something like you suggested for the s and b dosing capsules. Thats so funny. Almost foreshadowing..lol