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Looks like this one:
https://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10007238/1600900-splash-anodized-glass-carto-tank-kit-6-0ml
Some folks have complained that the tanks slide off too easily on these, others don't seem to have had a problem.
Might be a manufacturing-quality issue?
https://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10007238/1600900-splash-anodized-glass-carto-tank-kit-6-0ml
Some folks have complained that the tanks slide off too easily on these, others don't seem to have had a problem.
Might be a manufacturing-quality issue?
Tighter-fitting o-rings would probably solve the issue, but making the fit TOO tight will make the cartos hard to insert/remove. I'm not sure the exact size that is in those tanks, but try one that is just slightly thicker. For example, if the o-rings in it now are 2mm thick, try 2.5mm ones, etc
There's your problem. If the o-rings weren't sized properly for the openings they fit into... loose cartos and air leaks that result in a poor vacuum and leaks. You can try different size o-rings but if these things are just crap and the caps holes and o-ring fittings are just too large it may be a fools errand.
There are worthwhile things on Fasttech, and, there are not so good things.
Did you read the comments and reviews?
Did you read the comments and reviews?
Actually, the Discussions were mixed on these. Some people had no problems, others complained about the tanks being too loose.
(But since there were like 10 different patterns or so, the comments and discussions got spread out - Wish FT would condense these so no matter what color something is, the reviews and discussions would all stay together).
Pretty sure, however, that the issue won't be solved with O-rings, though, since although there are o-rings to hold the tank, the carto itself is held in by the base and cap (which don't seem to have o-rings).
Generally speaking, cheap cartotanks are poor quality tanks and will yield disappointing results. You get what you pay for (ie. "cheap" quality).
May I suggest checking out IBTanked cartotanks. I'm not affiliated with them, but I've had nothing but success with their tanks. They are affordable for a glass tank, yet of very high quality.
Baditude's Cartotank Setup Guide
May I suggest checking out IBTanked cartotanks. I'm not affiliated with them, but I've had nothing but success with their tanks. They are affordable for a glass tank, yet of very high quality.
Baditude's Cartotank Setup Guide
I would suggest dropping $14 bucks, and getting a nice Ego One tank.
there's the 1.8 ml (small) or the 2.5 ml (my favorite).
The heating elements (atomizer) can use .5 ohm for (sub-ohm) vaping, or 1 ohm.
But you will need some power to use it. at least 20W device (for 1 ohm ) coil.
i did a vid review on it.....if you want to check it out.
there's the 1.8 ml (small) or the 2.5 ml (my favorite).
The heating elements (atomizer) can use .5 ohm for (sub-ohm) vaping, or 1 ohm.
But you will need some power to use it. at least 20W device (for 1 ohm ) coil.
i did a vid review on it.....if you want to check it out.
Yep, o-rings should solve your problem.
If you continue to have problems and get fed up..just spend the money and buy a nice IBTanked setup, their about the best bang for the buck.
There are other really nice carto tanks but they start getting really spendy.
Another option, you can find the Smok U-DCT tanks for really cheap now..i see them on clearance frequently and recently picked up some for $1 a piece and smok cartos, punched/plated for $1 per 5pk.. do some digging and you'll find what you need for a reasonable price..very few ppl use carto tanks anymore...which is excellent for ppl that do!
--George
Edit: another thing you can do..if you have something else to use for a bit..tank the orings out..and put them in a small shotglass or something and leave them sit in a bit of ejuice..they will absorb it slowly and swell a bit..hopefully enough to snug up on your cartos a bit..without knowing how loose they are i couldnt tell you how long it will take..no clue what material the orings are made from either..
If you continue to have problems and get fed up..just spend the money and buy a nice IBTanked setup, their about the best bang for the buck.
There are other really nice carto tanks but they start getting really spendy.
Another option, you can find the Smok U-DCT tanks for really cheap now..i see them on clearance frequently and recently picked up some for $1 a piece and smok cartos, punched/plated for $1 per 5pk.. do some digging and you'll find what you need for a reasonable price..very few ppl use carto tanks anymore...which is excellent for ppl that do!
--George
Edit: another thing you can do..if you have something else to use for a bit..tank the orings out..and put them in a small shotglass or something and leave them sit in a bit of ejuice..they will absorb it slowly and swell a bit..hopefully enough to snug up on your cartos a bit..without knowing how loose they are i couldnt tell you how long it will take..no clue what material the orings are made from either..
If your budget allow it, better buy good quality one... Maybe STM with 1.2 ohm will be good for you
The U-DCT tanks have a ring on the base of the tank that holds the carto so it cannot slip out. The downside is when the retainer ring sits flush on your PV head. This will stop airflow. The last ones I used had to have slots cut in the retainer to allow airflow. Just so ya know.
The easiest fix is just don't slide the tank around. I have some loose tanks and I just try not to slide the tank up and down while I use them. I'm most likely to do it when I grab the mod, so I am just careful to grab by the mod and not the tank.
Buy an ibtanked. If you can't afford to drop that much right now, grab a locking u-dct. Both will stop the carto sliding.
Buy an ibtanked. If you can't afford to drop that much right now, grab a locking u-dct. Both will stop the carto sliding.
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