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GeekVape Zeus RTA
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So I have a confusing situation with this tank. I don’t think I’m getting proper ohm reading.
I’m using SS317L, 3mm ID, 8 wraps and it comes out to 0.39 according to my ohm reader.
When I mount it on my DNA 250mod, it shows 0.56 ohm. Same on my Sigelei mod.
But, according to two different ohm calculators, I should be getting 0.39 or 0.47 ohms.
Now when i test my RDA with dual coils, using same ss317l wire, ohm reader and mod, read same ohm correctly.
I checked the Zeus, make sure everything is clean and all screws are tight.
Tested it SS316L wire and seeing same issue.
But, when I was using Kanthal wire, ohm reader and Mod reads ohm correctly: 24ga, 3mm id, 8 wraps.
Could use some input on this.
Thanks.
I’m using SS317L, 3mm ID, 8 wraps and it comes out to 0.39 according to my ohm reader.
When I mount it on my DNA 250mod, it shows 0.56 ohm. Same on my Sigelei mod.
But, according to two different ohm calculators, I should be getting 0.39 or 0.47 ohms.
Now when i test my RDA with dual coils, using same ss317l wire, ohm reader and mod, read same ohm correctly.
I checked the Zeus, make sure everything is clean and all screws are tight.
Tested it SS316L wire and seeing same issue.
But, when I was using Kanthal wire, ohm reader and Mod reads ohm correctly: 24ga, 3mm id, 8 wraps.
Could use some input on this.
Thanks.
Funny... I found what you have posted are very useful even without the details of your coil.
I think, what you have missed is a sentence like:
With all other conditions remain unchanged, the placement of coil, either low or high does not affect the vaping quality.
I think someone owe you an apology, instead.
The problem is, you have no way to test the quality of your SS316L and SS317L wire at home.
The Kanthal and 317l are from Unkamen.
The 316l are by Lightning Vape... who knows who made their wire.
Just went to Vape store and tried the tank on Coil Master 521. Getting a reading of 0.41.
Something is up with my mod.
Just tried a twisted, 24g, SS316, 5/4 wrap, spaced, .153 ohm, sitting right in the middle, 50 watts, hard.
Actually getting some good clouds and excellent flavor out of it.
Wicking is definitely the key to this deck. I took a good 30% of the wick off while I was combing it out. But not getting a single dry hit.
Not sure if I should try it in TC mode with the twisted SS though.
Actually getting some good clouds and excellent flavor out of it.
Wicking is definitely the key to this deck. I took a good 30% of the wick off while I was combing it out. But not getting a single dry hit.
Not sure if I should try it in TC mode with the twisted SS though.
The ohm reading with this tank is all over the place.
Took it apart, cleaned it, build new coil and I’m about jump in to a river.
The ohms are jumping as high as 1.21 in TC.
In wattage mode, ohms jump to 0.65.
Put Zeus on my friends Sigelei mod and ohms are solid at 0.41 ohms.
Put my rda on to my dna 250 mod and ohms rock solid at 0.29ohms. Using same wire in Zeus and in rda.
I think DNA250 just doesn’t like Zeus for some reason. Or the mod is faulty.
Took it apart, cleaned it, build new coil and I’m about jump in to a river.
The ohms are jumping as high as 1.21 in TC.
In wattage mode, ohms jump to 0.65.
Put Zeus on my friends Sigelei mod and ohms are solid at 0.41 ohms.
Put my rda on to my dna 250 mod and ohms rock solid at 0.29ohms. Using same wire in Zeus and in rda.
I think DNA250 just doesn’t like Zeus for some reason. Or the mod is faulty.
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I just got this today and I have a dumb question: my airflow control ring won’t turn if the topcap is on, I have to take the topcap off to adjust it. Is it supposed to be this way, or is something wrong with mine?
That's really strange... your coils aren't hitting any metal parts inside the tank? Not too high? I've got three of these tanks, and all of them are reading perfectly from the base (I read the deck with build before putting everything all together) and altogether as well. Using a coilmaster build deck/tool, and DNA75 mods ... all reading the same resistance. All verified with steam-engine as well...
ETA: What kind of wire are you using? Are you using it in TC mode and "locking" it before using? If using non-resistance (SS316 or any other TC wire) the wattage will be all over the place ... ?
The airflow ring (with the vertical notches) should move freely with stops for full open and full close... resistance (And sealing) for the airflow ring is provided by a single silicon o-ring. If you take the top fill off and open the airflow ring all the way, you should be able to lift directly upwards and remove the airflow ring. If it's too tight and won't move, put a bead of e-liquid around it so that it moves freely before screwing the top cap/fill cap on.
Here's a video of how it should work: (I'm not a hand/finger model, please excuse me):
My airflow ring was really tight at first. In fact the whole thing was super tight for a few days. Once I started using it everything started to loosen up just a little bit and it is really smooth now.
The only reason I can figure out is the 510 connecting port of your DNA250 mod somehow does not match nicely with the Zeus 510 connector.
Is your Zeus tank stands firmly on that DNA250 mod?
or
If you have tighten the Zeus tank very very hard to that mod, may be you should loosen it a bit.
Btw, I own 2 (Coil Mater's and the Pilot Vape's) ohm meters, but I don't really rely on them for accurate ohm reading (I shouldn't have bought them, indeed) it seems to me that the quality of their 510 connecting port is no other than those on my mod, so I really doubt they can provide more accurate ohm reading than any of my mod.
My Zeus readings are solid on all my mods and my tab. I have two DNAs and get same reading from both. Other mods only .01 off on a couple.
Thanks much for taking the time to do that video, I got it working now.
It makes a good connection, as I screw the tank down I can feel the resistance when the middle contacts meet.
And I don’t brute force tighten my tanks.
I mount the coil dead smack in the middle, not hitting anything. I’ve rebuilt it 8 times since I got the tank.
In wattage mode and in TC mode, ohms are bouncing around with Zeus.
It’s even worse if I just mount the deck with a coil and no wick.
The odd part, my rda, using same ss316l or ss317l works fine.
One thing I figured out last night, is that with Zeus, my dna 250 won’t keep the ohms locked with this tank. The ohms will unlock on their own: in Wattage mode and in TC mod.
I’m sending the DNA mod back and get a new one. I couldn’t find answers on Evolv forum and I’ve tried 3 different firmwares.
Thanks for the help everyone.
So good new, bad news.
I’m at a local vape shop right now.
Tested the Zeus on 3 different mods and they all read correct ohm.
Tried 3 different tanks on my DNA250 and the ohm is bouncing all over the place, even with Kanthal, single coil and dual coil.
Sending my DNA mod back. Too bad I prematurely sold my Sigelei box, now I have nothing to vape on.
I’m at a local vape shop right now.
Tested the Zeus on 3 different mods and they all read correct ohm.
Tried 3 different tanks on my DNA250 and the ohm is bouncing all over the place, even with Kanthal, single coil and dual coil.
Sending my DNA mod back. Too bad I prematurely sold my Sigelei box, now I have nothing to vape on.
That royally sucks man.
Bah-f*&#ing-humbug!!!!!!!!!!
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