I consulted a couple of Karto Guru-ettes, and I decided to go for the Smok U-DCT as my "Intro to Carto Tankology".
Points of note:
1. Priming the XL Carto is a "little" more time consuming than filling a clearo tank and letting the wick soak a bit. Not the end of the world, but patience is definitely required.
2. Filling the actual tank part wasn't as "freaky" as I thought. Once I had the pieces in hand, it really made sense how it all was supposed to work. However, the bottle I was using didn't have the finer tip (nor do I have a "needle" tip handy) so I just had to be a bit careful. Couldn't fill quite to the top, but I am over 3/4 full.
3. Remember to dial down the wattage (was on about 9.5 for my PT2) Dropped to about 7.5-8.0
4. I initially put on top of my MVP (already had the PT2 beauty ring), but the draw was exceptionally tight - no airflow. Tried the original MVP beauty ring, but it's too tall. The carto can't get to the center pin on the MVP. Don't like the "free-standing" 510 connection without a little bit of support. Moved over to my Sigelei Zmax V3, and it does sit a little more nicely atop the Zmax. No excessive 510 gap, but not cutting off airflow.
5. First draw - really nice flavor (although, it could be I'm using a DIY chocolate/creme de menthe flavor that has some "strength" to it. Not a lot of cloud, but I have the power pretty low. Not 100% sure if I have a single or dual coil carto. Didn't want to crank to infinity right off the bat.
6. I notice a LOT of condensation in the drip tip. Granted, I'm simply using the one that came with the tank (acceptable) Not sure if that's typical or not.
7. The carto that came with the tank has only one pre-punched (rather smallish) hole. If I either open that hole or punch one or two more, would that help ease the tight draw? I'm a Nautilus/PT2 user where the airflow is typically wide open. I do like a slightly airier draw.
8. When I popped off the drip tip to remove some of the condensation, I noticed the top of the carto wasn't as saturated as it was after I'd primed it. Is this typical?
9. I'm guessing that I can really only vape until the liquid level is at the punched hole (unless I keep the tank on its side?) I DIY my juice, so "wasting" a little bit isn't as horrific as wasting store-bought juice when I want to change flavors....
So far, I am not displeased with my new acquisition. I do like that the three colors I selected all match my MVP Energy
Points of note:
1. Priming the XL Carto is a "little" more time consuming than filling a clearo tank and letting the wick soak a bit. Not the end of the world, but patience is definitely required.
2. Filling the actual tank part wasn't as "freaky" as I thought. Once I had the pieces in hand, it really made sense how it all was supposed to work. However, the bottle I was using didn't have the finer tip (nor do I have a "needle" tip handy) so I just had to be a bit careful. Couldn't fill quite to the top, but I am over 3/4 full.
3. Remember to dial down the wattage (was on about 9.5 for my PT2) Dropped to about 7.5-8.0
4. I initially put on top of my MVP (already had the PT2 beauty ring), but the draw was exceptionally tight - no airflow. Tried the original MVP beauty ring, but it's too tall. The carto can't get to the center pin on the MVP. Don't like the "free-standing" 510 connection without a little bit of support. Moved over to my Sigelei Zmax V3, and it does sit a little more nicely atop the Zmax. No excessive 510 gap, but not cutting off airflow.
5. First draw - really nice flavor (although, it could be I'm using a DIY chocolate/creme de menthe flavor that has some "strength" to it. Not a lot of cloud, but I have the power pretty low. Not 100% sure if I have a single or dual coil carto. Didn't want to crank to infinity right off the bat.
6. I notice a LOT of condensation in the drip tip. Granted, I'm simply using the one that came with the tank (acceptable) Not sure if that's typical or not.
7. The carto that came with the tank has only one pre-punched (rather smallish) hole. If I either open that hole or punch one or two more, would that help ease the tight draw? I'm a Nautilus/PT2 user where the airflow is typically wide open. I do like a slightly airier draw.
8. When I popped off the drip tip to remove some of the condensation, I noticed the top of the carto wasn't as saturated as it was after I'd primed it. Is this typical?
9. I'm guessing that I can really only vape until the liquid level is at the punched hole (unless I keep the tank on its side?) I DIY my juice, so "wasting" a little bit isn't as horrific as wasting store-bought juice when I want to change flavors....
So far, I am not displeased with my new acquisition. I do like that the three colors I selected all match my MVP Energy