Cuboid misfiring after only 1 month

[excalibur-x]

I have been using Cuboid for 1 month and it developed misfiring problems. I read the long thread on Cuboid and I was aware that Cuboid had some problems with 510 pin and general quality control, so even before first use I prepared spacers for tanks and inspected the device on arrival. Everything was in order and because I take nice care of this beautiful mod, I expected I will be one of the lucky users.


Well, after only one month of usage Cuboid developed misfiring problems. Sometimes it just doesn’t fire. Especially if I press at the upper part of the button. Seems pressing at the bottom part is more reliable. OK. Button is still clicky but seems depressed at the lower part. I dismantled to see if it is possible to push the button back up but after seeing that button is a part of the board I was too afraid to pull it back out. In case misfiring gets worse I will have no other choice rather than to use more force and try to pull out the button. Any other advice on how to fix the button?

I really like the mod. It's beautiful and in TC works great with SS316L and I really don't want to invest in a new mod only after one month of usage.

 

[Izan]

They will say it is just normal wear and tear.
(don't mention the tear down, Wink-Wink )
Good luck, nonetheless.
I

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[excalibur-x]

I currently live in a country where vaping is a gray area and mod was bought without bill, so there is no way warranty can cover this. Even if Joyetech would send me new a brand new mod there is a big chance it would be rejected by customs. DIY repair is the only option.

Because condition is worsening, I again opened the 1 month old Cuboid. Firs I thought there is a problem with the outside button and I added a small piece of rubber under the plastic piece inside the button. Button didn't rattle anymore, but firing was almost impossible. Next I gentile puled out the inner button switch and it made button not rattle anymore. But misfiring continues. Seems there is a problem with inner button switch. Maybe bad connection with the board or maybe inner button is made only for one month. Either way, Cuboid is broken. It fires almost all the time when I push the button with little upward force, but I have no doubt it will completely die very soon.

So, sadly it's already time to buy a replacement. I like the Smok Alien, but after reading so many comments about Q&C, I think there is a big chance, I will again get a product that will last only couple of months. I can get the Therion DNA 166. It's expensive, but if it lasts, I'm willing to buy it. Any comments on Q&C about Therion?

 

[Skold]

If the alien misfired you can just update it via usb so wouldn't worry

 

[excalibur-x]

Misfiring isn't the only problem with Alien. Paint pealing, bad connection with tanks/resistance jumping, TC problems, connection problems... Also it died on many people.

As I said, on paper it looks great as did Cuboid. But I really don't want another mod that will make problems only after one month.

 

[Skold]

Well I'm getting the rx300, maybe look That up too. Reuleaux are really reliable, although I don't know if a quad will be to much of a step up for you. Worth checking out though

 

[Skold]

Also I've been using the smok h priv for four month an it's been great

 

[Cheallaigh]

i've had my alien almost a month with constant hard use... they had early QC issues 4 months ago, the current ones seem fine. no miss-firing, no peeling paint... i love this mod.

 

[excalibur-x]

Whenever I see the Alien in someones hands, on a desk in a bar, on internet,... it always looks like bears chewed on it. It's half the price of Therion I just ordered, and it comes with a nice tank, but this time I'm read to spend more and hopefully use the mod 1-2 years.

 

[Skold]

I dont know What a therion is but its clearly not available in the uk an there is nothing wrong with the way the alien Looks or even feels, its a good mod

 

[Skold]

Okay just looked up the therion 133 an some others an there is no chance i could ever afford that

 

[Cheallaigh]

yeah it's a DNA and leather mod... yep not cheap, showed one to the hubby last weekend lmao.

 

[mongo74]

The Therion is available in the UK. I just ordered a limited edition from Somerset lol.

 

[mongo74]

Just remember: the RX300 isn't very portable lol. I can't even begin to imagine pocketing one.

 

[Skold]

I know i found it in the end but i dont have enough money for it, Looks really Nice though but i will have my alien tomorrow Yay!

 

[mongo74]

Alien's a great mod. I love mine, and the finish is holding up well. (not sure if they used a different pain on the white one, but it's going strong) You'll love yours as well.

 

[Skold]

Which one did you get?? Just been looking at thé dna166

 

[Skold]

Yeah i cant wait, hoping i can get thé gold one.

 

[Skold]

Dint know there was a white one

 

[SteveS45]

If a MOD has a mechanical problem like the button causing misfiring no amount of updating the firmware will fix that.