Keep on dropping and breaking tanks.

[Skeetster]

Ive been vaping for awhile now. First with mini's and now with a Coolfire 1. My hands shake bad and I continually drop my device and end up breaking the tanks at the base of them. I've broke 2 aspire nautilus from this along with others that have just snapped off the threads of the tank.

So basically what I'm looking for is suggestion on a new APV that might take the abuse and be a design that would have better chance of not breaking off the tank when dropped.

I have been looking at a couple different apv's... The Innokin iTaste 134 or the iTaste VTR v2. Both look like they can survive if dropped and seem to be designed that would take most of the weight off a drop on the mod and not the tank.

My biggest concern with the VTR is I like my bigger 6ml tanks so that wouldn't help me much. But if I went back to using a 3ml tank it would give the best protection of the tank.

Suggestions or thoughts appreciated. Thank You.

 

[dice57]

hmm, tis why I always get tanks that come with full metal jacket SS tanks. They don't break. Don't like tanks that crack or break.

 

[Mark in Florida]

Vape Bands?

VapeBand

 

[Skeetster]

dice57 yea, should of added that. All my tanks have the metal jackets but still have a slight window of glass. Granted I have cracked side panel glass but main problem seems I break them off where they screw into battery.

Mark, I never heard of those. It definitely seems that those might solve my problem. Get some for mod and for the tank itself. I'll get some ordered and post back how it goes.

Still would like a new APV, so still debating on that.

 

[FallenRawToast]

I have a VTR, had it for +6 months, have dropped it twice off the roof (+12ft drop) onto a hard surface, the only "issue" i had, was one time the drip tip totally flow off and i couldnt find it, but another drip tip was just the ticket.

Yes you are "stuck" with 19mm tanks, you could use the extender that comes with the VTR, that puts the 510 connector above the ring so you could use your larger tanks, BUT... I think then you will just have the same problem you do now.

 

[ProjektMayhem]

Definitely should go with something like the AeroTank. You can either have the glass mid section or all metal. The all metal definitely won't break. With the glass in there it probably has a good chance of survival.

 

[Jamandre]

I posted this on another thread. They had the same issue with glass tanks, so I mentioned VapeBands and also the use of O-Rings. Their cheap and easy to find and the best thing is they work very will. They O-Rings may not look that sexy on your rigs but when accidents happen you will be glad you had them on. BTW this will aid anyone using glass tanks what ever the size.

 

[v1k1ng1001]

I would just buy a REOs mod. Those things are indestructible. They're expensive as all get out but my fear is that you're going to keep breaking equipment so that it would be cheaper in the longer run to just buy into the REOs model.

 

[yunardy]

Jamandre that's a good idea!
Usually I use clear cellotape to cover my glass tanks, it's not pretty but it does the job. Drop it few times but not often, and it still goin'

 

[Chickentender]

If you still have the minis (do you mean nautilus minis?) Just buy the metal replacement tanks and refit the rest of the hardware to them. Should solve your problem. If not, I'd recommend them highly - I've dropped my Nautilus Minis a few times but with the mental tank variety I've only succeeded in scratching/nicking them. You can find them as cheap as 9 bucks. Very worth it IMO.

 

[Rickajho]

I would just buy a REOs mod. Those things are indestructible. They're expensive as all get out but my fear is that you're going to keep breaking equipment so that it would be cheaper in the longer run to just buy into the REOs model.

The problem I see in this scenario is that means using cartos or stock attys. If the OP is having a shaking problem bad enough that they can't hold onto a device chances are highly likely they cannot rebuild a coil for a dripping atty either. But considering the "meh" experience of a lot of the tanks mentioned, a 306 atty on a Reo may actually be an improvement. At least it would be a self contained 6 ml feed system with no glass parts to break.

 

[Katya]

My biggest concern with the VTR is I like my bigger 6ml tanks so that wouldn't help me much. But if I went back to using a 3ml tank it would give the best protection of the tank.

Suggestions or thoughts appreciated. Thank You.

The VTR is also very heavy--it weighs almost a pound (more with a big topper attached). Can you handle so much weight comfortably, over and over again?

 

[Katya]

The problem I see in this scenario is that means using cartos or stock attys. If the OP is having a shaking problem bad enough that they can't hold onto a device chances are highly likely they cannot rebuild a coil for a dripping atty either. But considering the "meh" experience of a lot of the tanks mentioned, a 306 atty on a Reo may actually be an improvement. At least it would be a self contained 6 ml feed system with no glass parts to break.

I agree. The only problem with using a Reo is that it requires a certain level of dexterity--pushing the button while squonking the bottle. If the OP can master that, the Reo is pretty much indestructible.

 

[Rickajho]

The VTR is also very heavy--it weighs almost a pound (more with a big topper attached). Can you handle so much weight comfortably, over and over again?

That "protection" ring on a VTR can also provide a false sense of security. If you drop it "right" you can and will break a glass tank depending on the point of impact. If you drop it even "more right" you can bend the ring or break it right off - that's been reported on here more than once. If you bend the ring the only way to get the tank out is to break it - and then usually break the ring trying to bend it back into place. And then you have to file off what remains of the ring and...

A new APV you may want to check out is the Joyetech eGrip. The whole thing is self contained - the 3 ml tank is internal - only leaving the 510 drip tip exposed. If you drop it I would assume the drip tip would just come out since it isn't threaded. In some ways it's sorta like a poor mans Reo as far as it's a box type, self contained battery and feed system. But it is very much a one trick pony - the only thing that will work with it is the tank atty Joyetech designed for it. The tank is not changeable - so that means it's not friendly for someone who likes to change flavors often. For 70 bucks MSRP it still may be a contender. The early reviews look good. And a hella lot lighter (and smaller) than a VTR.

 

[Strings]

510, breaking off at the threads? Silly question, but are you using a "beauty ring"? Covers the eGo threading, but also adds support to the tank itself (the 134 has such a gizmo)

If you're not... you probably should. And the above mentioned weight issue will be present with the 134 (equiped with a Kanger Aerotank Mega, you have a decent small club in your hand)

 

[Strings]

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[dice57]

Hey, you could always use like a tennis, or sponge ball, cut a hole/slots in it and then have a bouncer catch it on the bounce up and take another vape

Yeah, never busted off a 510, that would suck, maybe a wrist bungee cord is in order. that or find a hybrid combo. Would think the coolfire would land grenade first.

Have had 2 serious mod drops, one shattered my mags and bent the nemi switch, the other mod landed perfectly flat, but dinged the lock ring on me Stingray, was lucky and able to fix both with no major harm.

Hmm, thinking you should have a holster for that thing and don't vape on the go, vape only while seated with a pillow below

Sorry skeet, just can help myself sometimes


Vape long and Prosper.!!!!

 

[Katya]

Dice, sometimes you're brilliant!

Skeetster, get a lanyard! Your battery is a tube mod--just look for one that will hold your battery safely in place, hang it around you neck and problem solved.

Accessories : Innokin Lanyard Neck Pouch

or a mod holder

http://www.vaporbeast.com/vapesox-vs4-mod-holder-black-carbon-fiber.html

 

[Noahfence]

Definitely should go with something like the AeroTank. You can either have the glass mid section or all metal. The all metal definitely won't break. With the glass in there it probably has a good chance of survival.

I have the aerotank also and it feels sturdy that it i were to drop it, depending on what surface and how it hit, I think it could take a beating. Failing that, should it break, full metal goes on it

 

[twgbonehead]

The VTR is also very heavy--it weighs almost a pound (more with a big topper attached). Can you handle so much weight comfortably, over and over again?

Yep, gotta second this. It's surprisingly heavy.