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VapCap Induction Heater for Desktop and in Car Use
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Madri-Gal
Child Of The Revolution
RUDE BOY
Space is the Place
When I posted it was on google or something like all their other photos are.
thejackalsmark
Just another "Person Of Interest"
Very cool and thanks for the clarification on proper technique. I'd been focusing on just below temp area and middle of cap.Generally, pinpointing is what you do not want to do but rather have the heat evenly distributed. Have played a lot with the best positioning depthwise into the coil to achieve an even extraction.
I'll start working the torch up and down length of the cap, till I get my Cauldron.
Squiby
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I focus my flame on the bottom third of the cap during the first cycle. Then, because there is still residual heat in the tip, I focus the flame on the middle third of the cap for the second cycle and finally heat the top third during the final and third cycle.
As I twirl my Vapcap in my left hand, my right hand moves the flame in a back and forth motion, up and down over my chosen portion of the cap. I find this achieves a perfectly roasted and tastey flavour.
thejackalsmark
Just another "Person Of Interest"
Thanks for the tips! I'll have to try my next Vape session that way, once I finally get past this bad tip BS and get to get my Vape on!
Pipes
I have built 2 IH following your design. Gotta say they sure make for consistent enjoyable vapes.
The 18650 model takes longer to click due to voltage sag (12.6 to 10.6 under load) but the vape is superb. The desk top mains powered one stays constant at 12.2 volts. I have been looking for a material for the activation switch that doesn't deteriorate like the wooden one I made. For herb the wood is fine but I use a lot of concentrates which I heat about 6 seconds past the click and the wood starts smoldering and stinks. I wired up a second push button so I am not pressing the vapcap against the wood and it is better but I love to tinker so I'm still looking for alternatives. I tried making one out of aluminum but it gets to hot and am afraid it will melt the switch and perhaps remain closed without me realizing it.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your plans. To anybody that thinks the parts are cheap and pipes price is to steep. Trust me alot of time goes into making these units and customer support is time consuming also. I built mine for enjoyment of the build not to save money. These units are very well prices in my opinion and if I built them I would be charging more.
I have built 2 IH following your design. Gotta say they sure make for consistent enjoyable vapes.
The 18650 model takes longer to click due to voltage sag (12.6 to 10.6 under load) but the vape is superb. The desk top mains powered one stays constant at 12.2 volts. I have been looking for a material for the activation switch that doesn't deteriorate like the wooden one I made. For herb the wood is fine but I use a lot of concentrates which I heat about 6 seconds past the click and the wood starts smoldering and stinks. I wired up a second push button so I am not pressing the vapcap against the wood and it is better but I love to tinker so I'm still looking for alternatives. I tried making one out of aluminum but it gets to hot and am afraid it will melt the switch and perhaps remain closed without me realizing it.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your plans. To anybody that thinks the parts are cheap and pipes price is to steep. Trust me alot of time goes into making these units and customer support is time consuming also. I built mine for enjoyment of the build not to save money. These units are very well prices in my opinion and if I built them I would be charging more.
thejackalsmark
Just another "Person Of Interest"
First, Very well put! Projects like these IH's ARE a lot of work in designing and producing. Mad respect goes to @Pipes!
I love tinkering with stuff like this, but time and patience, lately, won't cooperate.
(Hence, I Happily ordered A Caldron from our hero. lol)
Second, would you like to show off a Pic of two of your builds for us?
Prophecy
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@nodor The wood becomes harder from the heat, Pipes has mentioned this in an earlier post, on mine IH's that I have both from Pipes the wood on the switch is complete black and they work without problems.
Look at that https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_hardening
Over this I also thought about it myself, why not use 3 O-rings instead of one will make it also easier to clean the glas tube without pushing the O-ring down the tube.
I think it's good that this is now implemented but is it possible that I can change this also on my current IH's if I read correctly, you have nothing else changed on the device so it should not be a problem.
Look at that https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_hardening
Some recent purchasers will have likely noticed that I once again changed up the activation switch mechanism. This change is to address reports of the rubber protection tubing causing issues as well as the rhinestone becoming loose and getting lost.
So basically, it's now a 1/2 sphere pearl look rhinestone affixed by heat activated glue. Secondarily held in place with shrink tubing to keep from moving when hot. Ditched the tubing and went back to the orange o-rings, but this time, 3 rings stacked tight. They fit snug inside the glass tube and has a little clearance between the switch shaft. Now, if anyone does lose the stone, the o-rings will prevent the user from melting the top of the switch giving them a chance to fix before its toast. Since I introduced this a couple of months back, there have been no reports of problems in this area anymore.
Over this I also thought about it myself, why not use 3 O-rings instead of one will make it also easier to clean the glas tube without pushing the O-ring down the tube.
I think it's good that this is now implemented but is it possible that I can change this also on my current IH's if I read correctly, you have nothing else changed on the device so it should not be a problem.
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sk8man121
Frozen_Vaporent
Basically came here today because I'm dealing with this exact same issue with my PS Mini. I just picked up a Dynacoil and have been needing to go 2-3 sec past the click in order to get the concentrates to vape effectively (I rarely go past click w/ herb). When I remove the Vapcap, there is actual smoke emitting from the dowel in the heater; taking an up-close whiff of the heater reveals a campfire smell.
I understand the concept outlined above re: wood hardening with heat, but this is obviously less than ideal. Any thoughts on a fix?
RUDE BOY
Space is the Place
Probably not what you wanna hear but I say use it, it'll stop smoking in time. . .
BaconTrousers
Member
Hi, does anyone know if you can swap out the 2 inductor coils in the ZVS IH module for smaller ones? I did see a pocket IH project that used smaller inductors but I can't find the thread and it's the only thing stopping me from putting my project into a much slimmer container.
So my cauldron just landed, love it. Very tiny footprint, like amazingly small footprint. Gave it a few test runs and click after click it worked, will put it to real use tonight.
My plan. Cauldron stays by my end table on the couch, or at least the cords do, and then use that for the evening. The ps mini will stay in my tray and will be used if i move to another room and want to finish my vapcap somewhere else before bed.
Thanks again pipes, love these heaters.
My plan. Cauldron stays by my end table on the couch, or at least the cords do, and then use that for the evening. The ps mini will stay in my tray and will be used if i move to another room and want to finish my vapcap somewhere else before bed.
Thanks again pipes, love these heaters.
Moses Baca
Colorado State Reformatory #8755
thejackalsmark
Just another "Person Of Interest"
I’m happy to say my Caldron is out for Delivery. Can’t wait to try it out !!! Love my PSM for it’s Portability. And the Caldron on my coffee table. Great setup !!!
PS; DynaVap Rules !!! 2019 “M” Body - Spinning Mouth Piece - Ti Tip...
Ty; @Pipes
Yeah, waiting on mine to complete its epic journey, here. Should be here by Monday.
Man I hate the waiting game!
Waiting on mail to deliver shit to you. Waiting on dude to deliver "That Bag". Waiting for that cool new movie to get uploaded by someone. LOL
After reading so many people's rave reviews and glowing comments about @Pipes work on these induction heaters, it will be kinda nice to semi retire my torches. (I mainly smoke/Vape at home)
And to everyone here, thank you for the various tips and experiences you've shared. I've learned there's way more to the art of vaping than I realized.
I'm really glad I found this forum!
myla
Anvibian
odc57
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thejackalsmark
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My cauldron just came in today and after only using it for one afternoon.... I've absolutely fallen in love with it! I will definitely be using my jet torches a whole lot less! LOL
Even more compact than I expected from the picture. You can definitely fit this nearly anywhere! And a long enough power cord to get from the outlet to wherever that anywhere is. LOL the consistency over numerous sessions is remarkable! I can actually see a difference in consumption as it will probably save me at least a third of what herb I would normally go through in a day. Major props and appreciation to @Pipes for putting it together!
Even more compact than I expected from the picture. You can definitely fit this nearly anywhere! And a long enough power cord to get from the outlet to wherever that anywhere is. LOL the consistency over numerous sessions is remarkable! I can actually see a difference in consumption as it will probably save me at least a third of what herb I would normally go through in a day. Major props and appreciation to @Pipes for putting it together!
yeswecann
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Colored me interested in one of these beauties. I just got my first ever vaporize, a 2019 "M" and already tired of refilling tiny Aomai tanks! These little things are an engineering marvel. How long is the power cord? How long is the wait? How do I get on the list? Wooden enclosure options? Price, etc.? Thanks @Pipes!