Eleaf iStick "pico"
- Thread starter USMCotaku
- Start date
- th_trl_thread_readers 0
- Status
I’m with you. Pitch it. It’s not worth even a small risk for something so cheap and easily replaced.
Please don't throw away the damaged Pico just yet. Perhaps someone out there can determine the root cause of the damage. Knowing that could help everyone operate their mods more safely.
I posted what's below on the Arctic Fox firmware forum a few days ago.
I've been vaping exclusively on the original Pico (with silicone sleeve) and an rda (TC, 28g stainless, 1.0 ohm, 20 max watts, 420F max temp, AF firmware) since it became available and haven't seen a mod I like better.
For the past several weeks I've been using the Pico X. The new chassis is non metallic meaning noticably ligher weight. It feels sturdy. There is no paint to chip. The textured surface is not as grippy as a silicone sleeve but it's as good as it needs to be and now easier to get in and out of a pants pocket. The battery door threading on the X is far better than the original. The fire button is improved, easy to find and more positive. The button has a quiet click that can be felt but barely heard. In my opinion the revised form factor is better looking and functionally superior to the original. In the mean time I miss the Arctic Fox functions.
I've been vaping exclusively on the original Pico (with silicone sleeve) and an rda (TC, 28g stainless, 1.0 ohm, 20 max watts, 420F max temp, AF firmware) since it became available and haven't seen a mod I like better.
For the past several weeks I've been using the Pico X. The new chassis is non metallic meaning noticably ligher weight. It feels sturdy. There is no paint to chip. The textured surface is not as grippy as a silicone sleeve but it's as good as it needs to be and now easier to get in and out of a pants pocket. The battery door threading on the X is far better than the original. The fire button is improved, easy to find and more positive. The button has a quiet click that can be felt but barely heard. In my opinion the revised form factor is better looking and functionally superior to the original. In the mean time I miss the Arctic Fox functions.
So no AF for the Pico X yet?I posted what's below on the Arctic Fox firmware forum a few days ago.
I've been vaping exclusively on the original Pico (with silicone sleeve) and an rda (TC, 28g stainless, 1.0 ohm, 20 max watts, 420F max temp, AF firmware) since it became available and haven't seen a mod I like better.
For the past several weeks I've been using the Pico X. The new chassis is non metallic meaning noticably ligher weight. It feels sturdy. There is no paint to chip. The textured surface is not as grippy as a silicone sleeve but it's as good as it needs to be and now easier to get in and out of a pants pocket. The battery door threading on the X is far better than the original. The fire button is improved, easy to find and more positive. The button has a quiet click that can be felt but barely heard. In my opinion the revised form factor is better looking and functionally superior to the original. In the mean time I miss the Arctic Fox functions.
I love my pico 75 and Pico 25's with AF. I think my preference is the 25 as far as hand feel, its about right.
A very interesting thread.
I must admit to having become a fan of the Pico range although I have never charged mine through the on board connector. I have both the normal Pico and the First Model Squeeze, both of which I love for their size and ease of use.
As my old iSticks and K boxes wear out my plan is to replace them with Picos - can't say fairer than that!
I must admit to having become a fan of the Pico range although I have never charged mine through the on board connector. I have both the normal Pico and the First Model Squeeze, both of which I love for their size and ease of use.
As my old iSticks and K boxes wear out my plan is to replace them with Picos - can't say fairer than that!
If that thing still works can you post a picture of the screen?
Hi @sofarsogood - do you use temp control on the Pico X? Is it noticeably different from AF on the original Pico?I posted what's below on the Arctic Fox firmware forum a few days ago.
I've been vaping exclusively on the original Pico (with silicone sleeve) and an rda (TC, 28g stainless, 1.0 ohm, 20 max watts, 420F max temp, AF firmware) since it became available and haven't seen a mod I like better.
For the past several weeks I've been using the Pico X. The new chassis is non metallic meaning noticably ligher weight. It feels sturdy. There is no paint to chip. The textured surface is not as grippy as a silicone sleeve but it's as good as it needs to be and now easier to get in and out of a pants pocket. The battery door threading on the X is far better than the original. The fire button is improved, easy to find and more positive. The button has a quiet click that can be felt but barely heard. In my opinion the revised form factor is better looking and functionally superior to the original. In the mean time I miss the Arctic Fox functions.
Thanks.
My setup is 20 max watts, 420F max temp on any mod I'm using. It's too soon to nitpick small differences with firing behavior, if any. The real test is what do I grab most of the time. Right now that would be the Pico X because of the form factor improvements, less weight, easier to get in and out of a pants pocket, better battery door threading, improved fire button. But I miss the Arctic fox features a lot. If you are a hardcore fan of the original Pico it is probably worth owning an X. I can still use the original without complaint. My X came from FT for about $30. I believe their shipping is free above $35. May be the minimum is lower.
Finally got my FT order,,, it visited 2post offices in Chicago twice for a couple of weeks...
Anyway I think I love this new mod more than my Pico,,, holds 2batteries ,,,looks great with 24mm atty (22likely look good too and a 25-26mm 'just fit '
Mod looks classy & easy to hold,,, no squared edges.
$41.45 Authentic Nikola Medea 218W TC VW APV Box Mod - 7-218W / 100-300'C(200-600'F) / 2*18650 at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping
$41.45
Authentic Nikola Medea 218W TC VW APV Box Mod
7-218W / 100-300'C(200-600'F) / 2*18650
Anyway I think I love this new mod more than my Pico,,, holds 2batteries ,,,looks great with 24mm atty (22likely look good too and a 25-26mm 'just fit '
Mod looks classy & easy to hold,,, no squared edges.
$41.45 Authentic Nikola Medea 218W TC VW APV Box Mod - 7-218W / 100-300'C(200-600'F) / 2*18650 at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping
$41.45
Authentic Nikola Medea 218W TC VW APV Box Mod
7-218W / 100-300'C(200-600'F) / 2*18650
I’m looking for a Pico 21700, found them new on eBay for around $45 w/battery. I thought eBay didn’t allow vape gear, seems to be a plethora of it though. Anyone have experience buying mods through there?
While I’m here: does anyone here think the Pico 21700 S is... kinda an odd fit in the line up?
While I’m here: does anyone here think the Pico 21700 S is... kinda an odd fit in the line up?
Yes? Take something dinky and make it... less dinky? Not complaining - I don't have to buy one, so no harm done.
I hope you enjoy it though. The better battery life is a fair trade-off. And it's a decent home for bigger tanks, so that's good.
The 21700 was apparently discontinued in favor of the 21700 S. It’s “inspired by sports car” (kinda gaudy, imho). I don’t have to buy it either, it was frustrating to keep running into an aesthetically displeasing product while looking for the one with the classic look. No offense to anyone who likes it, it’s just not for me.
eBay gets bad mouthed here constantly. I have bought boat loads of gear on eBay with zero problems. With the new eBay rules, if you are not totally happy with your purchase you get a full refund---period! eBay guarantees that you are happy or you get a refund. Just buy from sellers with 100% feedback and make sure they fully state the product is authentic. Many sellers sell only 100% authentic gear they are easy to find.
Do they use the weird spelling to skirt the algorithm, or is this the mark of a knock off?
@mansis I'm late to this thread but...nasty fault. I have been in electronics for over 35 years so some thoughts:
1. Do not charge anything whilst you are out or asleep.
2. It's true that a device will take only what it needs in terms of current ( it's a bit more complex than that but that's the gist), but an unregulated power supply ( .. by design or just cheap nasty crap) can deliver more voltage than the device should receive, the device should have a voltage regulator built in that provides some protection in that situation but they have their limits and the excess energy is released as heat.
3. it is likely that the USB cable is at fault or there was some dirt/liquid in the socket looking at the image.
4. I always charge any kind of batts in an external charger, I recommend the same to all.
1. Do not charge anything whilst you are out or asleep.
2. It's true that a device will take only what it needs in terms of current ( it's a bit more complex than that but that's the gist), but an unregulated power supply ( .. by design or just cheap nasty crap) can deliver more voltage than the device should receive, the device should have a voltage regulator built in that provides some protection in that situation but they have their limits and the excess energy is released as heat.
3. it is likely that the USB cable is at fault or there was some dirt/liquid in the socket looking at the image.
4. I always charge any kind of batts in an external charger, I recommend the same to all.
- Status
Similar threads
