Had an idea for a cart mod. Input please?

[ShannonS]

I've never done any modding. I am familiar with wicking, however.

I'm a poi performer, a fire dancer and a pyrotechnician. I use kevlar cloth to make custom wicks that absorb well, stand up to almost any abuse and it distributes fuel very evenly. I would imagine it would do the same for ejuice. The reason I use kevlar is because when you add fuel and set it on fire, the fuel burns but not the kevlar. It is very absorbent and can hold a lot of fuel.

Could kevlar cloth replace the the blue plug or polyfill for carts? Cut to size it would be effective "wicking" that would be easy to clean and cheap and reusable. A square foot would probably last someone a lifetime. It would be far more durable exposed to high heat than anything that is currently being used. Nomex/kevlar blends are softer and even more heat resistant.

I'm guessing that the vapor would probably not be as hot because the kevlar would insulate against the heat of the atomizer. It might be a cooler vape, temperature wise.

A cartomizer made with kevlar and dedicated to a single flavor could last a long time, I think.

Anyway, I'm pulling out kevlar cloth and getting ready to make a mod Can anyone think of a reason this would be a bad idea to try that I haven't thought of?

 

[Smocha]

That sounds absolutely wicked! Can't offer much advice on whether this is a bad idea since im no expert. Good luck with this, I am very interested in seeing how this turns out.

Tim

 

[Bubo]

Not to mention that it might be bullet proof!

Seriously, if it wicks, and bits of it won't kill you - then it should be alright...

 

[jctennis]

Won't know till you try. be sure to let us know.

 

[5cardstud]

Sounds like an excellent idea. Now I'll be looking for Kevlar.

 

[jctennis]

I am holding out for the kevlar cartos!

 

[Scubabatdan]

Well since they have also read that thay have started to use it in the actual wicks for the heating coil I see no downside to this. Let us know hold it pans out please
Dan

 

[ShannonS]

Update:

I used what I had on hand, a kevlar/nomex blend that is actually a bit I cut off of a protective hood. It is very soft blend with a thick weave and it worked too well. It absorbed a lot of juice and then gave amazing vapor for about 10 drags then the atty got a bit dry.

I have a coarser weave of plain kevlar on order and I'm going to try that next. I ordered stuff that melts at 800 degrees and has a looser weave so more air can pass through.

Thanks for the input!

 

[nicotime]

I dont know...I have read that some materials like fiberglass and such sometimes have chemical binders applied during the manufacturing process to keep it from breaking apart. I would try to get some info from the manufacturer of anything that would be used as a wick. I cant remember the site I saw it at but I came across it while I was researching different wick material too. I came to the conclusion silica fiber was the purest...but I'm no expert either! Just saying.

 

[zoiDman]

Why not just something inert and non-combustible? Like Stainless Steel.

 

[bigblue30]

Why not just something inert and non-combustible? Like Stainless Steel.

I think you would also have to add non-conductive to your list. Stainless would cause a short between the heater and the cart case.

 

[ShannonS]

Why not just something inert and non-combustible? Like Stainless Steel.

I'm pretty sure that wont work!

 

[zoiDman]

I think you would also have to add non-conductive to your list. Stainless would cause a short between the heater and the cart case.

I'm not taking about stuffing SS under the atty wire. I'm talking about SS in the cart as filler. Just like what the bridge is made of.

I'm pretty sure that wont work!

You might be surprised. I used SS for about a month before I switched over to cartos. No problems what so every except that I had to refill constantly. But you are going to have to do that with ANY filler material.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ssion/88453-stainless-steel-scrubby-pads.html

 

[bigblue30]

I'm not taking about stuffing SS under the atty wire. I'm talking about SS in the cart as filler. Just like what the bridge is made of.

Sorry zoiDman, I only use cartos and not carts and attys. I can see how this could work and not short out in a cart. A carto would be another story.

 

[zoiDman]

Sorry zoiDman, I only use cartos and not carts and attys. I can see how this could work and not short out in a cart. A carto would be another story.

No problem...

I to gave up oncarts / attys in favor of cartos. Too many crazy mods that need to be done to get a cart to hit well for an hour or so.

I agree though that SS should not be considered for a carto material. It Would be in direct contact with the atomizer wire and that would be a Bad Thing.

 

[duby]

Kevlar sounds like a neat idea. Please keep us updated with results.
Finding the right weave/thickness will probably be the key.
If you could, I'd love some links to suppliers for the kevlar you use.

As far as Stainless goes, its been used before with some decent results. Additionally some people have tried Brass screens as well(sucessfully).

Conductivity is not an issue unless you have a really low bridge atomizer. The nickel foam mesh inside almost every atty is also conductive. If you curious there are some atomizer dissection threads in the atomizer mods section.

 

[rekeybobby]

if you get this done please notify me i want a dozen great idea good luck

 

[zoiDman]

What ever you do...

DO NOT USE BRASS FOR FILLER MATERIAL.

Brass forms some really Nasty Oxides that have known Health Risks.

 

[ShannonS]

I've ordered two types to try. Some hollow kevlar tubing which is basically kevlar rope without the core:

And some kevlar "tape" which is sort of like flat cord.

I'm shopping at Home of Poi because you can order small lengths of kevlar. Most wholesalers make you buy yards of the stuff to get any. The downside is that my supplier is in New Zealand. It will be awhile before it gets here, LOL.

 

[Bubo]

Can't beat flaming poi balls for good clean fun!