Does anyone reliable make DNA20 box mods.

[Niagara]

As a serious kayaker and now vaper, vaping on the water is a pain. I went through 2 Zmax and a Vamo last summer. I would love a Otterbox 1000 clear waterproof box made with a dna 20 box mod made for me that took 26650 batteries. I just need a waterproof exposed 510 connector and fire button.

EXTERIOR DIM: 4.84"L X 3.68"W X 1.63"H
INTERIOR DIM: 3.7"L X 2.4"W X 1"H

It doesn't need to be pretty inside, just sturdy. If someone could recommend someone to me I would appreciate it very much. I am surprised with the size of the boating world other water sports folk haven't created a demand for this form of waterproof vaping?

 

[bapgood]

I'm not active like that, but you make a good point. The clear otter box looks like a good place to start.

 

[Voodoo74]

This one in the the photo was lost to the water.. I have since made a cheap VV box mods. Mine isn't water proof but my kayaking is done on a lake fishing. I do like the idea of a waterproof mod.

 

[keighles]

If you can find all of the materials, I will put it together for you. You may be better off using a couple of flat lithium polymer batteries and getting the evolv usb charging port.

I'm not sure what to use for the 510 connector though. the ones I have are sealed but not around the outside.
And for safety issues you really should have some sort of vent in case of the battery goes super nova,(for gasses to escape). Maybe you could find some sort of check valve to vent possible gasses.

 

[Niagara]

I know it must be possible as it wasn't an original thought. I saw this old thread but apparently the modder is no longer in business.

www.vaporwall.com • View topic - The War Box

 

[keighles]

That is pretty cool, like I said you buy the stuff and I'll build it for you the way you want it. I just don't want to except any liability for anything.

I haven't been modding for long but electronics and putting things together is what I do for a living. I have been around ECF for quite sometime. I have a lot of positive transactions through the classifieds.

You can also see my mod I did make in this section.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/battery-mods/376488-dna20d-tube-mod.html

Totally up to you, just let me know if and how you want to do it. Or if you want someone else to do it.

 

[asdaq]

I thought that was Jolly, but looked last night and had my doubts. He hasn't been active for over a year and his site domain is for sale. I wouldn't use the DNA charger as that is a big hole for water to get in. An otter box opens and seals quite nicely so taking out the batts to charge is easy enough.

To help some with a parts list for the waterproofing part I would suggest:

A sealed 510 connector once installed and wired sealed again internally with marine grade epoxy like mamu uses. Here: VersaChem 47809 Plastic Welding

Gummybear found high amp (3 or 5A) waterproof boat switches. Again seal with the epoxy. Could be these, but I'm not 100% sure: 6pcs Waterproof Momentary Off on N O Car Boat Push Button Black Switch BK33B | eBay

That would be it for the external holes, and internally whatever fits, go with it. Allowing some extra space to carry 1 or 2 atty/cartos would be good as you could have a backup available when the outer one gets wet. Also I would use a colored box as the clear polycarb is going to show scratches and the internals won't be that nice to look at.


Hope this gets things in the right direction.

 

[rjeatkrconley]

What about using liquapel (sp). They can make iPhones work underwater, wonder what they could do with a mod? Just a thought.
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[bapgood]

I was thinking some kind of magnetic activated switch through the enclosure would be cool, and it wouldn't require the actual switch to be outside the enclosure. I also like lipo's but if used I wouldn't make the charger accessible from the outside, I would just open the box to charge.

I agree on the connector some good epoxy should seal most any connector.

 

[keighles]

I agree with the epoxy as well.

And I was thinking the same thing with the charger, just open the door and charge.

The magnetic switch is a great idea....now just to find one that will work

 

[bapgood]

The magnetic switch is a great idea....now just to find one that will work

I was just thinking about making something.

Is otterbox available at bestbuy or a sporting goods chain?

From the internal dims I should be able to fit my 6000mah lipo (4-5 day vape). My father in law is an avid fisherman and new to vaping, so this may be perfect for him and brownie points for me.

 

[keighles]

I think i have seen otterbox phone cases at radio shack, and best buy. I'm not sure about just a box. Maybe BassPro shop has something on hand.


I have some magnetic door switches we use for refrigerated trucks and trailers. but its a normally closed circuit, opens the circuit when the door opens. shuts the refrigeration unit off.


edit......Just found these..

http://www.basspro.com/Plano-Waterproof-Stowaway-Utility-Boxes/product/10210352/

 

[asdaq]

Otterbox looks to be doing quite a bit for the iphone. For a magnetic switch how about a reed switch to activate the gate on a mosfet, and a magnetic ring to activate?

 

[bapgood]

Otterbox looks to be doing quite a bit for the iphone. For a magnetic switch how about a reed switch to activate the gate on a mosfet, and a magnetic ring to activate?

The DNA doesn't need to switch the full current, so I was thinking a little more old school and more mechanical

 

[bapgood]

I can't find an otterbox locally web searching for stock. Walmart can get them for $7.16....but after looking at it closer with it spitting in the center it's going to be a challenge to mount the 510 connector.

 

[bapgood]

I think something like this would work better Smart Phone Locker, Best Waterproof case for iPhone, Android, and Blackberry | Witz Waterproof Cases and Protective Cases for Canon Cameras, iPhones, and ID's

 

[keighles]

That does look like a better enclosure..I think I would flip it and use the bottom for the top of the mod.

 

[Dougiestyle]

I use an enclosure like the last pic when my wife and I go tubing in the Smokies. I just put my mod inside with the carto, and when we hit a smooth spot I open it up and assemble and vape. It's neccessary to be extra cautious not to drop stuff. It's completely doable tho.

 

[Niagara]

This is what I was thinking of but hey you guys are the pros not me. Otterbox Drybox 1000 01 1000 Series Waterproof Case Clear | eBay

keighles: If you are interested in making one of these for me, which I would totally appreciate, I will PM you to understand the cost for building such a device with a DNA 20.

 

[retird]

I understand what you are wanting.....you guys might want to read the forum rules on buying and selling.....don't want anybody to get scolded or banned,......