Ego adapter idea

[sanda]

Hi guys

I just thought of an idea that would make the larger Ego batteries + any larger cartos far more pocket friendly.

I'm mainly thinking Ego Twist + Phoenix 3ml as I find this combination far too long, but the principle would work with any cartomiser.

The idea is an adapter that screws onto the Ego and has a rotatable carto adapter connected to the side.

It would rotate 180 degrees to allow the cartomiser to sit upside down beside the battery when not in use.

I'll try to draw what I mean in both orientations - sorry, not great drawings, I know!


___ ___
| |==| |
|Ego| | C |


___ | C |
| |==| |
|Ego| ---

Darn - sorry - drawings didn't work at all due to proportional font. I'll try to fix that when I get to a PC.

I guess it's similar in concept to the Darwin PV.

Does anyone know if something like this is available? If not, would people be interested? Maybe GV could look at getting one built?

Cheers
Sanda

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[MastiffMike]

IMO the problem would be the non-conductive seal to prevent a short. Over time (and maybe not very long) the rotational rubbing could degrade it to the point where a short occurs and that'd not be good. Granted the Darwin's rotation connector works but there's also a lot more room inside the unit in which to make the positive/negative connection in such a way as it's more robust and holds up over time. To pack it all into a smallish "adapter" might be more problematic.

Another option would be the iTaste's magnetic connection. It'd be great to be able just pop off the carto which would also eliminate a pocket fire from heating up the coil but that only work with the iTaste batteries and so not an immediate solution (though I'm SURE Chris and Dan can get something like it made up that would be more universal - the question would be cost versus demand?)

Another idea would be to HINGE the connection (using magnets to hold ensuring it connects solidly). That way when it's not in use there's no electrical connection between the atty/carto and the battery. Here's something I drew up awhile ago that hopefully explains what I'm saying: (note that this was designed to fully function in EITHER folded or unfolded position, but there's no reason the connection couldn't be interrupted by the folding to prevent pocket firing)

The one on the left it in folded position (and still useable). The center one is it unfolded. The drawing on the right is the same concept but with a tank instead of bottom fed.

 

[sanda]

Hi

Yeah I think you're right - a hinged system would be better.

I guess nobody has built one?

Cheers
Sanda

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[trevor148]

Seems like too much trouble when you could just unscrew it.

 

[Briar]

I like it. Much better than unscrewing, imho, and it has that cool factor. Elusive panache. Whatever. But I think it will fly, if not too expensive.

Make it a mini-kit with a leather case, and it would be doubly-cool. Well, fake leather will do...

 

[trevor148]

good thing about unscrewing is you don't have to worry about the tube wiggling loose because its not on a connection. If you make a hinged or swivel design you need to make sure it sits flush against the battery so it doesn't wiggle off. Had my vision on a stingray the other day and the tube came off in my pocket luckily they don't hold alot.

 

[MastiffMike]

Personally I wish some APVs would be commercially made where the connector was at the bottom and along side the battery. Sort of what I call the "Sidecar" configuration.

Here's food for thought...

And here's some pics of the ones I built:
Blue one uses an 18350 (and is UNKicked

The middle section is swappable with different length "body" sections to accomindate different battery configurations. I made an 18490/18500 version (the wood veneered one) that can use a Kick and 18350:

And just because spotted tongues are cool:

 

[trepalium]

I think an all purpose hinged adapter would be cool. Just make a really sturdy hinged 510 to 510 connector.

 

[Cyrus Vap]

Personally I wish some APVs would be commercially made where the connector was at the bottom and along side the battery. Sort of what I call the "Sidecar" configuration.

Here's food for thought...

And here's some pics of the ones I built:
Blue one uses an 18350 (and is UNKicked

The middle section is swappable with different length "body" sections to accomindate different battery configurations. I made an 18490/18500 version (the wood veneered one) that can use a Kick and 18350:

And just because spotted tongues are cool:

dude, please, teach me how to make box mods that are that slick, jeezuuuusss! nice!

 

[Briar]

Mastiff - those are *totally* kicking (so to speak) mods! OMG, I love them! Wish I could make one like that! Heck, I'd beg you to make me one, if I wasn't 100% positive that I can't afford it. LOL

 

[MastiffMike]

LOL, I made them using only a Dremel and the parts cost <$10. If it wasn't for my being all paws and the number of hours they took me, they're super easy. Here's them disassembled (if you want a parts list I can dig up the old one)

If I can make them then ANYONE can do it!

 

[Cyrus Vap]

Next time I have a break, I'm all over you on PM!

 

[Briar]

Next time I have a break, I'm all over you on PM!

Me too, me too!

 

[MastiffMike]

Since there's multiple requests I'll do a write up later tonight of how I built it and what parts I used so that anyone who wants to can have a go at it (it really was easy!). I'll put a link to it here but I'll put the thread in the modders forum where it belongs.

 

[YoMa!]

Dude, you totally rock!

 

[MastiffMike]

I just remembered that I had done a sort of write up back when I made it! I'm not sure it's detailed enough but it's easier to link that post than to type it all over again! http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ughing-my-skills-post5105142.html#post5105142

If anyone wants more detailed instructions or has questions I can tackle those but for now maybe this will suffice?

 

[dannoman]

Wow Mike, you've been holding out...

Personally I wish some APVs would be commercially made where the connector was at the bottom and along side the battery. Sort of what I call the "Sidecar" configuration.

Here's food for thought...

And here's some pics of the ones I built:
Blue one uses an 18350 (and is UNKicked

The middle section is swappable with different length "body" sections to accomindate different battery configurations. I made an 18490/18500 version (the wood veneered one) that can use a Kick and 18350:

And just because spotted tongues are cool:

 

[dannoman]

Mike - could you spec that out, for instance if this was on a sales page...

I just remembered that I had done a sort of write up back when I made it! I'm not sure it's detailed enough but it's easier to link that post than to type it all over again! http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ughing-my-skills-post5105142.html#post5105142

If anyone wants more detailed instructions or has questions I can tackle those but for now maybe this will suffice?

 

[MastiffMike]

OK, I posted some (hopefully) helpful pictures in this thread: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/modding-forum/260860-no-laughing-my-skills-3.html#post6232077

I'm sure I'm not explaining it all step-by-step but I'm not sure what parts need more explanation. If anyone has a question just let me know and I'll fix my lacking instructions.

 

[MastiffMike]

Mike - could you spec that out, for instance if this was on a sales page...

Dan, you mean like a list of features or a parts list to build one?

Features are easy: It's a convertable Sidecar! It's just a pv where the connector is at the bottom and the unit is as compact as I could build. The button is mechanical and depending upon which middle section is installed (I built 2 different lengths but I could build others) it'll take an 18350 or 18500. I originally designed it for an 18350+Kick but this was before I knew much about the Kick. To make it work with the Kick I'd just have to make sure the Kick's negative spring is connected to the negative battery (done simply by lining the battery tube which has plenty of space).

Depending upon which length middle section is used, determines how long of a tank fits flush. An extension can be used between the connector and the tank if you want the tank raised up.