VapCap Induction Heater for Desktop and in Car Use

[bener]

Not to answer for Tommy (wouldn't dare!) but my guess is it might be something like this stuff...?:
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Def interested to hear more detail myself tho...

Thank you, I will take a look at that and also see what Tommy might add.

 

[TommyDee]

Can you please tell us a bit more about the trim-tape and how to install it? I am not familiar with it.
Thanks!

@Bologna nailed it. I use the gray stuff found in grocery store 'fixit' isle. Double sticky thick gum-style tape is trim tape. Remove whatever residue you can remove until you see the black plastic inside the HotShot. Stick the circular pair of tapes to the magnet and stick it in the hole.

Tip; open the battery cover and push the battery up while pushing the magnet to the capacitor (that is the black thing inside the hole).

 

[bener]

@Bologna nailed it. I use the gray stuff found in grocery store 'fixit' isle. Double sticky thick gum-style tape is trim tape. Remove whatever residue you can remove until you see the black plastic inside the HotShot. Stick the circular pair of tapes to the magnet and stick it in the hole.

Tip; open the battery cover and push the battery up while pushing the magnet to the capacitor (that is the black thing inside the hole).

Thank you Tommy. I also have some JB Weld on the way. Decisions, decisions….

 

[lifeisgoodnow]

Where in Ontario is he based?

 

[BabyFacedFinster]

@Bologna nailed it. I use the gray stuff found in grocery store 'fixit' isle. Double sticky thick gum-style tape is trim tape. Remove whatever residue you can remove until you see the black plastic inside the HotShot. Stick the circular pair of tapes to the magnet and stick it in the hole.

Tip; open the battery cover and push the battery up while pushing the magnet to the capacitor (that is the black thing inside the hole).

I didn't have to open the battery cover with mine. I just pushed on the cover a little bit. You don't want to push too hard, but there is a point where the cover will bend in a bit. This force is enough to move all the innards up a little bit.

 

[TommyDee]

When I cleaned up the battery compartment, I had nearly 1/4" of clearance.
Pushing on the battery rather than the cover allowed me to make sure the charge port didn't slip past the hole in the case.
Of course, I pulled the whole unit apart and aligned things as best I could to achieve this;

 

[beefsupreme]

Where in Ontario is he based?

The heaters ship out of the GTA area.

 

[lifeisgoodnow]

The heaters ship out of the GTA area.

How long is the wait right now? 7 days, 14 days, a month?

I want something this week. Someone mentioned the caldron. Pipes you here? Can you hook me up or is there is a big waiting list?

 

[bener]

I got the JB Weld and used it for reattaching the magnet. Seems to be much better than my previous attempts with crazy a gorilla glue.

 

[cybrguy]

How long is the wait right now? 7 days, 14 days, a month?

I want something this week. Someone mentioned the caldron. Pipes you here? Can you hook me up or is there is a big waiting list?

FAQ-VC Induction Heater

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[someTooL]

My power supply (5amp) finally passed after ~18 months. I order a replacement from Amazon but it wouldn’t power on the caldron nor my bare bones kit. Only a quick flash then off.

Should I go with the now suggested 8amp? Will either of these work?

https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-Converter-Transformer-5-5x2-1mm-Computer/dp/B07G5BQGYD

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[copilot]

I built my first IH 3 years ago and it's worked great. Finally decided to make a portable one and went in a little different direction for fun and thought I'd share it here. This is "DeWUT?" - a DeWalt Battery-powered portable induction heater power tool. 3D printed with Volt/Amp meter and safety switch. I had a lot of DeWalt batteries so being able to swap them in and out is great... that along with the ergonomics of a trigger-based device when in full couch-lock mode.

https://imgur.com/a/r9oJS5i

 

[webtroter]

I built my first IH 3 years ago and it's worked great. Finally decided to make a portable one and went in a little different direction for fun and thought I'd share it here. This is "DeWUT?" - a DeWalt Battery-powered portable induction heater power tool. 3D printed with Volt/Amp meter and safety switch. I had a lot of DeWalt batteries so being able to swap them in and out is great... that along with the ergonomics of a trigger-based device when in full couch-lock mode.

https://imgur.com/a/r9oJS5i

Great stuff.

How hot is the stepdown while in use (and what are its spec?) ? and what power/current at the IH do you get ?

I'm planning a build with a very similar step-down to use USB-PD.

 

[copilot]

Great stuff.

How hot is the stepdown while in use (and what are its spec?) ? and what power/current at the IH do you get ?

I'm planning a build with a very similar step-down to use USB-PD.

Not hot in the slightest, but of course this thing is only heating for 8-10 seconds max before turning off again. That particular converter was made for sustained current in golf carts I think. I'm showing about 6 amps when heating.

 

[maithaison.420]

Ah, but there is...

VapCap Induction Heater for Desktop and in Car Use

@Pipes. My PSM is a touch old and no longer charges. I opened it up and discovered that all soldering was still in-tact. I'm guessing its the battery. Where can I find a replacement battery? see this post : It needs to be 3S...

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Hi Pipes,

Why i cant use PM system to advise that i have joined the waitlist with number #69 ???

 

[Pipes]

#69???... The list is under 50 now and you are currently #20. You must have joined a while back.
Why can't you PM me?

 

[maithaison.420]

i dont know, i dont have button "start conversation" when click to your nick FC ???

 

[Kupoace]

Pipes' HotShot IH is an absolute dream to use. Compact, perfectly weighted, long lasting, and quick to charge! Even the colored LEDs make it really easy to set the pace of my heating and keep track of my timing. It makes using a Dynavap such a joy! It's all I ever use, until one day I'll get a cauldron! I use my own charger, and cord. The charger you can get from Pipes is great, but honestly I'd use my own cable instead and plug it into his charger. Any Qualcom QC or equivalent should work. 2 amp is what you need. An older charger/cable couldn't handle it so I switched it out from my nightstand. Totally worth it!










Shipping was quick, everything safely packaged, and I love the included case labeled with Pipes' name! Sweet!
Using The Hotshot with a Dynavap makes it such a quiet, reliable experience. Frees up your hands when not using a torch!
Thanks @Pipes you're a rockstar!

 

[ncnc777]

Just got my hotshot. Unfortunately, after an hour of charging it became almost too hot to touch. I got worried and disconnected it - now the switch does not work or light up at all. Any ideas for a fix? More specifically it gets really hot around the driver module capacitors.

 

[Kupoace]

Just got my hotshot. Unfortunately, after an hour of charging it became almost too hot to touch. I got worried and disconnected it - now the switch does not work or light up at all. Any ideas for a fix? More specifically it gets really hot around the driver module capacitors.

Are you using the included charger and usb cord? I had my own chargers and thicker more sturdy usb cords to use that I like more. The included usb cable felt warm and I just used my own stuff after that.
Edit: I also charge it standing up not laying flat.

 

[Kupoace]

Hotshot IH gives me the same 4-5 hits per bowl I usually got with my single flame jet, but now the avb decarb is lighter in color. Awesome! Better for my decarb capsules

Have the heating and cooling down in the palm of my hand!

 

[Texus]

Hotshot IH gives me the same 4-5 hits per bowl I usually got with my single flame jet, but now the avb decarb is lighter in color. Awesome! Better for my decarb capsules

Have the heating and cooling down in the palm of my hand!

That ZAM Hotspot combo right!? Soo good when out and abou.

 

[muxum722]

Hey guys,

I got my HotShot this week and it’s been awesome! I’d like to be able to charge it on the go. Wouldn’t a small power bank like this one work well? Looks like the output is 5v/3a.

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[Ramahs]

Hey guys,

I got my HotShot this week and it’s been awesome! I’d like to be able to charge it on the go. Wouldn’t a small power bank like this one work well? Looks like the output is 5v/3a.

Amazon.com: Xcentz Portable Charger 5000mAh with PD 18W Power Delivery & Quick Charge 3.0 (2 USB Outputs 2 Charging Cords) USB C Phone Charger LG Cells for iPhone 12/11/11 Pro/8/X/XS, Samsung S10, Pixel 3/3XL

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That would probably work, but it's kinda small. I've never bought less than a 10,000mAh external battery.

Here's a low-price one I bought about a year ago that is still going strong:

Amazon.com: Aibocn Power Bank 10,000mAh Phone Portable Charger with Flashlight (White+Black)

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[muxum722]

That would probably work, but it's kinda small. I've never bought less than a 10,000mAh external battery.

Here's a low-price one I bought about a year ago that is still going strong:

Amazon.com: Aibocn Power Bank 10,000mAh Phone Portable Charger with Flashlight (White+Black)

Buy Aibocn Power Bank 10, 000mAh Phone Portable Charger with Flashlight (White+Black): Portable Power Banks - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Thank you, appreciate it!