That's not what I meant, I'm sure that in it's intended setup the design is perfect, what I mean was to change the design of the wicking bit if they want to make a new tank without fluff in it.
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That's not what I meant, I'm sure that in it's intended setup the design is perfect, what I mean was to change the design of the wicking bit if they want to make a new tank without fluff in it.
While I obviously have no idea what they have planned think the over all design of their attys is nearly perfect as is and don't want them to just hop on the kayfun / russian / expromizer band wagon (which I'm sure would never happen anyways).
I wouldn't want them to hop on that wagon either
If GP makes something like an RBA tank, it will be unique. Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk
Just put a twisted 30g 5/6 in the Heron. SnC for a wick looped and pulled through , no cotton topper. It's in the area of .7 ohms and the flavour is crazy good. Why didn't I do this sooner
GP HERON : LOOP BUILD - Choose your wick
Hello GP Family, I thought I would take a bit of time to give Heron Lovers an alternate build if looking for a quick and easy way to be different and enjoy a fantastic vape experience! This particular build is a favorite on mine on the Spheroid and I love the wick on many atomizers as it wicks perfectly delivering plenty of juice to the coil every time!
My pictures aren't sexy, but, my hands are
......man hands from working for a living and I don't own Photoshop, so please bear with me as the result is worth it. I will include a few photos that may get some a bit more familiar with whats inside.I happen to love the following build and for some they saw me do much the same on the Spheroid, it's timeless older brother. I thought that this build was a good place to start for many GP lovers and had in mind those that have not owned the Spheroid. I also believe the experienced will also love this straight forward setup.
First of all, Thank You Perseas and the GP Family for the opportunity and the stunning Atomizer, The Heron.
To my door this is what was included in the package and suspect it will be delivered the same to all. GP was very generous with the inclusions! Through builds so far I have found that many wick choices work fantastic in many builds.
For this build I found 2mm Ekowool, 1mm Ekowool and SnP cotton work fantastic and wick fantastic.
The pictures will show 1mm eco being used, .30ga kanthal and VapourArts V2 fluff(the only fluff to buy!)
Here you will find a 4 inch wick medium, a straightened paperclip and a piece of torched .30 kanthal. I torch the kanthal on all coils as it removes the spring in the wire to hold a better shape. The paper clip is not necessary but, will allow you to wrap the coil very tightly, a good support when attaching the coil/wick to the Heron base and a space to adjust the loop size when complete. It will also keep the coil from choking the wick for optimum juice flow.
First, loop your wick twice around your finger - some prefer to make a figure eight and fold the loops together. Next, position the completed loop on the paperclip and looping your coil. I start the wire from the front with 1/2 - 1 inch of a tail down and then start my coil going through the loops as shown. Positioning the completed loop on the paperclip and looping your coil. I start the wire from the front with 1/2 - 1 inch of a tail down and then start my coil going through the loops as shown.
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When complete your coil should look like this - tails out! I take the time to align the coils, taking a bit of pride in my work
This is where the paper clip comes in handy, attaching to the Heron base. Lay the coil in the center of the posts to align the wire so that when it is tightened down, the wire follows clockwise with the screw.
Turn the loops over on the other side and do the same. When the coil is attached recheck both posts and make sure no part of the coil is touching the posts, they can be very close but no touchy!
I now take the time to cut my V2 fluff. I have found that 114-127mm x 17-18mm is my optimum size. It also depends on the fluff density and how tightly you wrap the post. With the above I am able to get 3.5-4.0ml of 50/50 juice in. The fluff can be trimmed very easy by cutting the top of the wrap off while on the post to level it. I like to fill it with the syringe and tamp the fluff down with a screw driver. Filling the tank is easy enough moving the needle in a circle starting deep and slowly pulling out while filling. I soak my fluff.
Everyone always wonders how long should their wick be or how big should the loops be? This is a simple measure, I take the fluff tank and place it where it would be seated on the base. I then eyeball the wicks/loops to see the approximate height. Simple, works
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This particular build gave me what I wanted 1.3-1.4 and once a bit of coil break it may settle around 1.5
Now you have a couple choices with the tails, leave them and run them inside the base or cut them short. I would recommend that you at least "dip" them in the well. This will at least and should keep any runaway juice from the airway. Hard to tell but the second picture has the wicks just dipped.
Once your all done, soak the wick in in some juice and have a few test fires and watch the plumes rise!
Ready to Vape!
I have done several other builds and have only failed one as the wick could not keep up with the coil heat. This is a consistent standing setup that will be true to the high standards of the Heron.
I have to say, I absolutely Love the Heron. I am pleased with the simplicity of the device. The flavor is beautiful along with the vapor production.
Rating the flavor it is as good as any atomizer I have used. The vapor production is incredible. It also is subjective to the juice make up. I will tell you I am quite pleased with the vapor and throat hit of this magnificent atomizer.
I have built this particular build in many variations of wick medium and wire gauge. I have loved them all.
This is an atomizer that I will have to have two of.
Perseas, George and the GP Team have done it again with amazing work. Thank you.
The only advice I can give the GP Team is, Don't turn the cnc machines off!
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I don't think I will ever get rid of my gp paps lux. I really liked the gp pap x, but the lux will always be my favorite. I can't wait to see the version 3 in person.
The only advice I can give the GP Team is, Don't turn the cnc machines off!
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And this. The LUX is the only GP I currently own or have even seen in person (mind you I do have 2.1 BB and 2.5 SS 18650 tubes as well- mainly refering to the X here). I too am super and I mean super excited to get my v3. I had to put the Heron on hold till the next round, as much as I might want one- I wanted another exquisite mod first
I feel the same way, but about my X instead. I love everything about it, top to bottom.
Now this opinion may change as I have not yet owned a Lux, but I will be ordering the v3 Lux...so we'll see
Now this opinion may change as I have not yet owned a Lux, but I will be ordering the v3 Lux...so we'll see
Thank you my Idaho brother, this was detailed and very well done. Being the PITA I am, I am now patiently waiting your detailed review and opinions of the AFC on the Heron, I believe and trust that you are working diligently on this as I type
Oh common, like you didn't know this was coming from me...
Oh common, like you didn't know this was coming from me...
Ok. So my X top cap is stuck on my mod and will not budge. It went on a little tighter than normal and I kind of forced it. The threads may have been jacked up somehow. The original cap that came with the mod is fine, but the new one with GPin always seems to have been a little messed up and rougher. I took it off today to clean up the contact a little by wiping it down and that's when this problem started. Any ideas?
Ok. So my X top cap is stuck on my mod and will not budge. It went on a little tighter than normal and I kind of forced it. The threads may have been jacked up somehow. The original cap that came with the mod is fine, but the new one with GPin always seems to have been a little messed up and rougher. I took it off today to clean up the contact a little by wiping it down and that's when this problem started. Any ideas?
Try putting it in the freezer for half an hour or so. Worked for me when my spheroid base got stuck. I also use a wide rubber band to get a better grip.
Nice one Idaho. Question on your fluff. I'm using GP fluff in my Heron and I've found that at 65mm wide I can't fit any more in but you're saying about twice as long. Do you pull the sheet in half to reduce it's thickness or is your sheet just thinner than the one I got.
Ditto. I use 20 x 60 in my spheroid. If I put much more, it won't wick, just holds the juice.
See that's odd too because I don't use anywhere near 60 long in the spheroid.
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