Discontinued ThermoVape

[Kaptan]

My TV is on the truck for delivery right now. I am going to open it and do first use live via Skype with Vito. After that a period of testing and then my very first review on FC. Whatever happens, I promise it will be real. My hypothesis is that, just as with the MFLB, that proper starting material (not cut early, cured correctly, ground and DRY) and proper technique will be essential.

t-dub

Use a fine grind and fill the bowl only half way yields the best results IME.

 

[Bluntcrush]

I'll be looking forward to that t-dub! I know it's (probably) only a matter of time before I pounce on this... I am really happy that members of the FC community really go out of their way to help each other out with these reviews. I never really thought of writing on myself, but it is an interesting concept with my line up...

Thanks again!

 

[sessnet]

Good luck! Can't wait to read your thoughts.

 

[jeff]

My TV is on the truck for delivery right now. I am going to open it and do first use live via Skype with Vito. After that a period of testing and then my very first review on FC. Whatever happens, I promise it will be real. My hypothesis is that, just as with the MFLB, that proper starting material (not cut early, cured correctly, ground and DRY) and proper technique will be essential.

t-dub

Let me know if you need help!

 

[t-dub]

Has anyone done a "run-down" test on one of these babies yet?

Fresh batteries,
Cap off,
Switch on and hold while timing how long it takes for the heater glow to die. (or depreciate to the point of not being able to provide the minimum required heat, if that could somehow be estimated)

Can anyone think of any reason that this might be unsafe to try??

So you are asking to drain the batts in one, single, long discharge then. You could do it, its going to create some heat from the batts though. Think about how much power, 30 watts I believe, is being discharged in such a short time . . . of course the batts are going to get hot and you will feel it through the thumb switch. Using proper materials and technique I feel will enable me to use the device without having to discharge that much power for use.

Also if you look back in this thread there are many others who have given this vape a whirl.

t-dub

Edit: @jeff Will Do!!!

Edit @Kaptain: Roger Wilco!

Edit: @sessnet: Thanks!

Edit: @bluntcrush: Thanks for your thoughts. I intent to speak as to what the TV is, and IS NOT.

 

[2clicker]

What this vape needs is a power suply for use when at home (With a long cable!!!!!

inoryte?

i would like to know if there are any plans on some sort of power adapter for the unit itself? or possibly a dif unit in the works? this thing look great, but would love to have the option of power source.

In the works. At the early, early, early (did I say early?) stages of development. That said, we are pretty confident that sometime in the not to distant future you will be able to run your thermovape from a USB port.

Cheers,

ThermoVape

 

[Sinclue]

Edit Any constructive suggestions regarding the review are MUCH welcome.

Any chance you could do a video...or maybe a video review even?

 

[t-dub]

Yes absolutely but video will take time to resurrect my photo-hosting account etc . . . but I will if its critical to the discussion of this unit. One thing I would like to point out while I am waiting, package in hand unopened, for Vito to get back on Skype, Vito and I are NOT on the same page with this vape. I have really high hopes (obviously since I purchased it) but he is skeptical. As friends we decided to go through this adventure together, with open minds, and come what may be supportive of each other and keep it as real as possible. I think thats all I can really promise you guys is a shot at truthfully what happens . . . for ill or good.

t-dub

Edit: Have decided not to post personal vids and pics for privacy reasons. I Skyped live with Vito and sent private video, enough is enough.

 

[jeff]

Yes absolutely but video will take time to resurrect my photo-hosting account etc . . . but I will if its critical to the discussion of this unit. One thing I would like to point out while I am waiting, package in hand unopened, for Vito to get back on Skype, Vito and I are NOT on the same page with this vape. I have really high hopes (obviously since I purchased it) but he is skeptical. As friends we decided to go through this adventure together, with open minds, and come what may be supportive of each other and keep it as real as possible. I think thats all I can really promise you guys is a shot at truthful what happens . . . for ill or good.

t-dub

You guys are so cute!

 

[vapor 4 life]

looking forward to this review. I really have high hopes for this vape.

 

[2clicker]

Yes absolutely but video will take time to resurrect my photo-hosting account etc . . . but I will if its critical to the discussion of this unit. One thing I would like to point out while I am waiting, package in hand unopened, for Vito to get back on Skype, Vito and I are NOT on the same page with this vape. I have really high hopes (obviously since I purchased it) but he is skeptical. As friends we decided to go through this adventure together, with open minds, and come what may be supportive of each other and keep it as real as possible. I think thats all I can really promise you guys is a shot at truthful what happens . . . for ill or good.

t-dub

You guys are so cute!

awwwwwwwwwww

 

[goodgreenganja]

My TV is on the truck for delivery right now. I am going to open it and do first use live via Skype with Vito. After that a period of testing and then my very first review on FC. Whatever happens, I promise it will be real. My hypothesis is that, just as with the MFLB, that proper starting material (not cut early, cured correctly, ground and DRY) and proper technique will be essential.

t-dub

Use a fine grind and fill the bowl only half way yields the best results IME.

I completely agree. Even a little less than halfway is great. This probably depends on the potency of whatever you're putting in there, but I actually had my best results ever by filling it 1/3 the way full. My ABV was more consistently brown than it is when I fill it halfway or more and, surprisingly, I got completely ripped off of very little weed.

Also, since I was worried about the consistency in color with my ABV I waited til I sobered up then put the Thermovape ABV in a pipe and smoked it. I felt very very little, if anything at all. Another time I put my Thermovape ABV in my Iolite and vaped it for about 10 minutes. I didn't really feel anything from it and, weirdly, it didn't brown like my Iolite normally does. The color of the ABV was exactly the same as when it came out of the Thermovape. So I guess my conclusion is that even though the brownage isn't as consistent looking as my Iolite, the Thermovape is still cooking it really well. Even the greener looking bits are dry as hell and will crumble into tiny pieces. So there's that. I'm not a scientist though so I could just be pulling this out of my ass.

 

[Adobewan]

Thank you for my extended mouthpiece gift! Makes an early adopter smile!
Please don't hesitate to continue to send gifts! ;D

 

[ThermoVape]

Thank you for my extended mouthpiece gift! Makes an early adopter smile!
Please don't hesitate to continue to send gifts! ;D

You are very welcome. We continue to follow this thread with tremendous interest. We are "petal to the metal" getting the Revolution ready.... So very close.

Cheers,

TermoVape

 

[t-dub]

I completely agree. Even a little less than halfway is great. This probably depends on the potency of whatever you're putting in there, but I actually had my best results ever by filling it 1/3 the way full. My ABV was more consistently brown than it is when I fill it halfway or more and, surprisingly, I got completely ripped off of very little weed.

I just found this out on my first attempt. Excellent insight. 1/3 of a bowl next time. There is no reason for more. I'm hammered, the vape got pleasantly warm, not hot, and after I was done I dumped the battery in a single discharge and it lasted another minute. Also, I am sweaty by nature so I see the calls for grip tape or something to make that surface a little more tactile would be nice. I did notice a little uneven browning on the 2nd hit where I was trying for a denser cloud. This vape has plenty of power. Refining technique, grind and trying wetter medicine is going to occur. I am properly medicated. Yes. Not just mind but body as well for you pain folks out there. I think I may have underestimated the power of this device a little so more testing . . .

t-dub

Edit: Sorry it was the 3rd hit I think that I increased my draw speed on and I was drawing harder than I though was necessary but Vito was right, it did produce a stronger hit. Lung feel btw was nice. Satisfied feeling.

Edit: I think it was OF who suggested backing the cap off when you shake, this sounds like great advice at this point and will do it next time

Edit: I also remarked to Vito that the taste was not as fresh as I would have liked. However that was with a nice long 5-6 second warmup, bowl was warm from looking at the active thermocore before as well, on really dry medicine. I am going to try shorter and maybe no warmup and see how that effects taste.

 

[Vitolo]

What t-dub says is 100%, folks...
Yes... it was so cute! ( )
t-dub and I are good buds, and since we were of different opinions, it was important to share the experience.
What I saw was a very sincere user, ready to adapt his techniques to the tool... to give this tool every chance for success.
The things t-dub and I discussed during the testing, were.....
1-Users unrealistic expectations of the battery and it's potential....
and 2- the need for adjusted technique , and acceptence of the potential fact that the battery is for one load.

W#hile t-dubs clouds were not visibly large, I could see vapor, and I was able to tell by the chgange in his speech pattern after each hit that he was becoming more medicated.
We did look at the ABV with varied results.... that were varied due to technique attempts.
I now am taking a better look at the vape, and I too wait to hear more after t-dub does more private evaluation!

 

[t-dub]

ok, just took another hit on used batts, 1/3 bowl with no heat-up time, just a long draw technique. Much better taste and experience. Nice. Technique is improving quickly thanks to all my great friends on FC.

t-dub

Edit: Also, even when I got the unit very warm demonstrating the thermocore and checking battery life, at no point did the middle Delrin sleeve come loose like others have experienced here. Will keep an eye on it though.

Edit: On the thumb thing. I hate to admit this but I'm a nail biter. If I had fingernails I think the switch would be fine. But my nailess, sweaty thum is learning as well. Less down pressure, more upslide/or vice-versa still experimenting. The return spring on the switch is actually fairly light so my thumb slides after the switch is fully engaged.

Edit: First really depleted battery charge time about 1 hour

 

[MarcellusWiley]

The Thermovape can also be used as a kubotan, originally developed it as a self-defense tool for police officers to restrain suspects without permanent injury; The principal areas for attacks in self-defense include bony, fleshy and nerve targets such as knuckles, forearms, bridge of the nose, shins, stomach, solar plexus, spine, temple, ribs, groin, neck, eyes etc.

CHEERS!

I guess he really is a Vapor Ninja!

 

[Vitolo]

First really depleted battery charge time about 1 hour

Was that with many "power checks" along the way?
did you completely roast a couple of loads after your initial tests?

 

[t-dub]

I completely dumped/drained in the device that first set of batts to see how long it would go. After a minute I shut it off and then showed it to someone. It still glowed but not sure at that point how functional it would have been. Pretty sure after all that the batts were shot though. Vito, I think if anything this thing has power to spare. I think restraint is going to be the key to using/mastering it.

t-dub

 

[Vitolo]

Avoiding unnecessary battery engagement also! (likely the reason behind the slide type "button")

 

[SF Giant]

I will add as i've said before ITT that if you are looking for bigger clouds a finely ground full bowl does it best for me, the obvious trade off is more stirring but i just don't get as satisfying of a hit with half a bowl or less

 

[ThermoVape]

Avoiding unnecessary battery engagement also! (likely the reason behind the slide type "button")

That and I wanted the switch to be difficult to accidentally activate. For instance while in pocket, purse, bag, or backpack. Love the test reports, keep em coming!

Cheers,

ThermoVape

 

[t-dub]

I think SF is on to something for producing stronger hits. Just took a hit, fresh batts fresh 1/2 bowl, no preheat time. Now that I am respecting the power of this thing I am getting better results. It took a little too long with no warmup to get that tickle in my throat so a second or 2 of warmup is going to be necessary, but I stuck it out, nice long even hit, and shut off and cooled the device for a few seconds before ceasing suction. On exhale a nice cloud indeed and an evenly browned bowl as well. So what I am saying is that once I get the hang of it I may be able to properly vape larger bowls like SF does.

I am starting to feel very comfortable that this little monkey is going to be able to use this device effectively.

t-dub

 

[ThermoVape]

I think SF is on to something for producing stronger hits. Just took a hit, fresh batts fresh 1/2 bowl, no preheat time. Now that I am respecting the power of this thing I am getting better results. It took a little too long with no warmup to get that tickle in my throat so a second or 2 of warmup is going to be necessary, but I stuck it out, nice long even hit, and shut off and cooled the device for a few seconds before ceasing suction. On exhale a nice cloud indeed and an evenly browned bowl as well. So what I am saying is that once I get the hang of it I may be able to properly vape larger bowls like SF does.

I am starting to feel very comfortable that this little monkey is going to be able to use this device effectively.

t-dub

That is fantastic, music to our ears! Many, many posts ago I talked about the ThermoVape being an "adaptive" device. The purpose of building the ThermoVape that way is so that you can find your sweet spot. There are so many variables, flower moisture content, ambient air temperature, draw speed, warm up, grind consistency, density of the bowl load, etc. etc.

What we hoped would happen is exactly what you just described. You were able to find your sweet spot! It also highlights what a powerful tool FC is, so much great commentary and culminated expertise.

That post just made our night! All the sweeter given it is just relentless long hours getting the Revolution ready!

Thank you, cheers,

ThermoVape