eGrip VT
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My 30w egrip VT changes back to vw mode when i put in a ti 0.4 coil. Anyosne know why this might be happening? It asks "new coil" and reads the correct resistance but it still changes back to vw from ti mode.
Id appreciate any info you guys might have.
Thanks
Id appreciate any info you guys might have.
Thanks
Guessing here, but as I remember CL Ti coils have a resistance of 0.4ohm. Probably has to do with the proximity of the resistance of coil being on the upper edge of the Variable Temperature Mode's Resistance range.
Try pulling the coil & base and cleaning the base and coil contacts. May solve your issue. What is the ohms display reading on the mod? it is assumed you are set to Ti mode and not Ni.
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The vt ti coil that im using is the one that came with the complete kit. Yep it 0.4, the ohms displayed is anywhere between 0.41 and 0.45. Ive tried intalling the coil in vt ti mode and vw mode then switching to ti but it doesnt seem to make a difference. It just switches back to vw mode automatically. Ive cleaned the connection poi ts thoroughly, no dice. Getting frustrating particually because this is a stock coil.
Thanks for the reply.
Thanks for the reply.
Not sure what else to try. Remember someone else talking about same a while ago but can't find it now and can't remember resolution. The VT was an abysmal failure on JT's part. ecig.com was giving them away free w/ $100 purchase just to get rid of them. How long have you had the VT? Can you return it?
I just got the Egrip 2 based on the Cubis TFTA system and that one is a very solid performer once you find a good anti-spitback drip-tip.
I've only had it for three weeks, works great with the other coil but im not sure i like the internal tank with a thousand rubber seals to hold it together anyway.
I've also bought the eleaf 40watt tc mod that I'm using the ijust 2 tank and its a great little set up. may just use that and return the egrip as you said. I was just hoping for a solution to the problem as i work on an island and wont get back to the mainland for a few weeks.
Thanks mate.
Depends on where you bought it as to whether you can return after 3 weeks, but I would definitely recommend swapping it for an egrip2 if they give you the option. night & day difference between the two versions. Egrip 2 is avail for $43.99 @ Vapenw & 101Vape.
main problem with the VT is really airflow. CL coils need airflow to perform & they will overheat if they don't get enough.
I remember two different people saying they had trouble w/ it kicking out of TC in Ti mode but I can't find them just yet but i am searching now.
main problem with the VT is really airflow. CL coils need airflow to perform & they will overheat if they don't get enough.
I remember two different people saying they had trouble w/ it kicking out of TC in Ti mode but I can't find them just yet but i am searching now.
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ok, what I found is that if the vt does not see an expected change in resistance associated with the temperature rise of a ti coil after the button is pressed it will kick into normal variable wattage mode. if it is a stock coil from JT in use, it is most likely caused by poor electrical connection caused dirty leads where the coil legs contact the coil base pin and housing.
The person I remember who had the problem switched Ti coils and it worked fine with a new coil. He later pulled the gold pin from the first coil and cleaned the wire leads at the insulator with vodka on a cotton ball and reinstalled the insulator and gold pin and was able to get the coil working in TC mode.
Best I can do for you @dellsco, hope it helps you get through the next few weeks.
The person I remember who had the problem switched Ti coils and it worked fine with a new coil. He later pulled the gold pin from the first coil and cleaned the wire leads at the insulator with vodka on a cotton ball and reinstalled the insulator and gold pin and was able to get the coil working in TC mode.
Best I can do for you @dellsco, hope it helps you get through the next few weeks.
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Wow awesome ill try that now, thanks so much for your help @Tpat591 you've been very generous with your time.
Hey @Tpat591,
While I wait for my eGrip2, I'd like to try the airflow drill hack you did.
I have no power tools, will a simple drill with a proper bit do it?
I parked at a Home Depot today, thought I'd ask someone there if they'd help me do it, but when I unscrewed and inspected the CL base, I got a bit worried about how to drill it and came back to check here first.
Should I just place the base with the coin slot facing upwards and press the drill on the center of the slot?
While I wait for my eGrip2, I'd like to try the airflow drill hack you did.
I have no power tools, will a simple drill with a proper bit do it?
I parked at a Home Depot today, thought I'd ask someone there if they'd help me do it, but when I unscrewed and inspected the CL base, I got a bit worried about how to drill it and came back to check here first.
Should I just place the base with the coin slot facing upwards and press the drill on the center of the slot?
That is how I did it. Center punched slot to avoid drifting. Small pilot hole first. Increase with progressively larger bits.
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