iStick TC40W ecig Burned out 2 chargers in 90 days

[vmseaber]

I have two chargers that no longer work, after being used daily for approx. 6 weeks each. I'm afraid to plug the USB cable to charge my istick TC40W into my computer. Don't want to risk damaging my computer. Has any one else had this problem?

Charger (1) Courier Model #TJYB750 5.0V - 500mA
Charger (2) Generic Model ZCHY-N6 5.0V - 2.0A

 

[Txaggiesaunt]

I don't understand why they provide a USB plug. It is really best to have a wall socket adapter to charge with.

 

[vmseaber]

I don't understand why they provide a USB plug. It is really best to have a wall socket adapter to charge with.

I had purchased charger #(1) for a smaller ecig model I purchased from the same company earlier. They said my current charger would work for the istick TC40W as well.

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

I have two chargers that no longer work, after being used daily for approx. 6 weeks each. I'm afraid to plug the USB cable to charge my iStick TC40W into my computer. Don't want to risk damaging my computer. Has any one else had this problem?

Charger (1) Courier Model #TJYB750 5.0V - 500mA
Charger (2) Generic Model ZCHY-N6 5.0V - 2.0A

You know you can go to walmart and in the electric dept and the car parts dept they have wall plug ins that have usb chargers along with reg plug ins sockets. They are around 5 or 6 bucks and are the 5 v. I have several placed around my house and they work fine.

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

Here is an example from their website. They have smaller ones in the stores.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Magicfly...USB-Charging-Port-Wall-Charger-2-1A/126847575

 

[vmseaber]

I actually just got back from Walmart about an hour ago. I purchased an "onn" 5V/2.1A Wall Charger for $4.88
I'll see how long this charger lasts.

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

I actually just got back from Walmart about an hour ago. I purchased an "onn" 5V/2.1A Wall Charger for $4.88
I'll see how long this charger lasts.

Great minds think alike....
LOL

 

[Grimwald]

Those are not actually "chargers". The charger is inside the istick. Those are "wall warts" or "adapters" that simply provide the current from the outlet. I doubt that the mod has anything to do with their longevity. However, losing 2 in 90 days is a bummer. I think I have lost 1 in 5 years.

 

[SteveS45]

My iStick TC40W has been charged for over 2 years in any PC USB port I happen to be near or a USB adapter in my vehicle or whatever happens to be handy. Never once had an issue with a PC which is more reliable in my opinion than any wall wart.

 

[BrotherBob]

I have two chargers that no longer work, after being used daily for approx. 6 weeks each. I'm afraid to plug the USB cable to charge my iStick TC40W into my computer. Don't want to risk damaging my computer. Has any one else had this problem?
Charger (1) Courier Model #TJYB750 5.0V - 500mA
Charger (2) Generic Model ZCHY-N6 5.0V - 2.0A

Welcome and glad you joined. Might want to use a "charger" rated at the Eleaf mfg'rs recommended 1A rating, could be part of your previous problems.
I have been using the 1 amp wall charger for 3 years on my TC40 and have not had any problems.
re:
iStick TC40W - Eleaf
www.eleafworld.com/istick-tc40w/
Aug 13, 2015 - Despite the small size, it can reach 40W with large 2600mAh power capacity. ... temperature in TC mode(Nickel 200), you can enjoy different vaping ... It will take about 3.5 hours to get a full charge via 1A wall adapter.

 

[Continuity]

...Might want to use a "charger" rated at the Eleaf mfg'rs recommended 1A rating, could be part of your previous problems....

Using a decent charger with a higher rating (like 2.1A) is not a problem, as current is drawn and not pushed - it's actually better as the charger isn't being constantly worked at 100% capacity.

The OP's first charger, the 500mA one is quite under-specced for the job and probably died as a result. I bet it ran hot during it's lifetime.

 

[Canadian_Vaper]

The Joyetech 1A ones seem to work really good, have been using them with my phones for about a year now and they're still going strong.