Need help with ibtanked tank

[Liquinator]

Hey there,

Having a great time with a phiniac as my first tank I for the past few weeks, I was really into getting more of this stuff but this time it had to be a little cheaper So I got one of those 25mm clear tubes in standard size Clear Tanks : 25mm Clear Tube along with stainless steel end caps 25mm(!) Caps : Stainless Steel Caps ... When I ordered I was like 25mm tube so 25mm end cap. Sounded logical. I only have standard sized boge cartos. So I happily opened the envelope, got my new tank out and noticed that there's is too much space between the carto and the tank. So my question is: Should I have ordered 19mm caps for the 25mm tube if I want to run it with a standard sized boge? I don't want to go for xl boges since it's more expensive and makes no more use of a tank than standards do.

Thanks in advance guys,
Liquinator

 

[OCD]

The 19mm and 25mm refer to the diameter. Standard and XL are the length so your standard tube will fit your standard cartos.

 

[Liquinator]

damn it... thx

 

[Baditude]

Send an email to OCD to see if you can exchange the XL tube for a standard size, especially if it hasn't touched any juice yet. If you explain your mistake, I'd like to believe he'd do a swap.

If not, the those pyrex tubes are only $7. Just be sure to get the standard size 25mm tube.

 

[OCD]

Thanks Baditude, I misread his post above thinking he said he ordered a standard tube and did not see where he already got it and its too long. I sent the OP a note to let him know the girls will happily send a tube out to him no charge and no need to return the XL.

 

[Liquinator]

The tube's size is perfectly fine. It's the hole of the caps which are too big

 

[Baditude]

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The tube's size is perfectly fine. It's the hole of the caps which are too big

Ahh, I see. I misunderstood you, too. I do see some spacing there between the carto and endcap now that you also include a detailed pic.

Quick question: When you put together the tank (without juice) does the cartomizer slide in the tank, or are the o-rings in the endcaps fitting snug against the carto? In other words, how easy is it to pull the carto out from the bottom of the tank?

 

[Liquinator]

I know that's not much information but I'd say normal... Doesn't feel very different from my phiniac resistance wise. Hmpf...

 

[OCD]

Are there orings on the inside of the cap? Looking at it from the bottom, the part that plugs into the tank you should see the inside oring.

 

[Baditude]

Ok, since i want to make certain that I understand what you are saying, the tube length is the correct length for your cartomizier? Your issue is with the diameter of the endcap hole being a little larger than the outer diameter of the cartomizer?

And, the cartomizer doesn't fit loosely within the tank?

If the carto is not sliding easily out of the tank, the issue seems to be more of aesthetics (appearance) than a lack of functioning (where the hole in the caps would be large enough that they don't grip the carto tight enough to prevent the tank sliding off of the carto and leaking juice everywhere).

If the tank and carto combination is fitting similar to your Phiniac, I wouldn't be concerned. Keep in mind how inexpensive these tanks are, they will not have the fit and finish that perhaps the more expensive Phiniacs have. Like the saying goes, "You get what you pay for."

It sounds like your tank will function fine. A ming or pawn drip tip would likely cover up the space that you are talking about. If however the tank just does not come anywhere close to what your expectations were, again take up the matter with OCD.

I really don't mean to get into the middle of an issue between you and the vendor, if there is one. My goal is simply to help another vapor out however I can. Good luck, I hope you are able to enjoy your tank.

 

[Liquinator]

I don't think anyone here feels offended badtitude. That's what forums are there for after all. To help others out and discuss stuff. Thanks for your help, I think I'll handle this with OCD via PM from now on. When we figured things out, I'll report what happened. From what I can say now OCD does not leave you out in the rain when it comes to service. He's concerned which I really appreciate because I've had different experiences with other vendors. I'll keep you up-to-date.

 

[Liquinator]

Ok, since i want to make certain that I understand what you are saying, the tube length is the correct length for your cartomizier? Your issue is with the diameter of the endcap hole being a little larger than the outer diameter of the cartomizer?

correct.

And, the cartomizer doesn't fit loosely within the tank?

I can move it from on side to another easily. So yes, it fits kinda loosely

 

[Baditude]

If the tank and carto combination is fitting similar to your Phiniac, I wouldn't be concerned. Keep in mind how inexpensive these tanks are, they will not have the fit and finish that perhaps the more expensive Phiniacs have. Like the saying goes, "You get what you pay for."

I got to thinking about my above comments in this post, in particular "they will not have the fit and finish that perhaps the more expensive Phiniacs have." After re-reading this, I realized that perhaps I said something that I didn't entirely mean. The OCD tanks have as much quality fit and finish as a Phiniac or other high end pyrex tank. I felt I needed to clarify that point as I did not wish to discourage any potential buyers of these tanks.

 

[VpnDrgn]

From what I can see in the picture, it does look like the carto is not centered in the cap,
leaving a more noticeable gap on one side. I am not familiar with IBT's o-rings, so I
don't know if they are maybe a little more spongy ( compressible ? ), allowing more
side to side movement. The o-rings in a DCT cap are firmer and keep the carto more
centered, but if it was off-center, there would probably be as much of a gap as the
OCD appears to have.

In the end, the thing that matters is whether the o-rings are tight enough to prevent
leaking and to keep the tank from sliding off accidentally.

I am looking into producing glass tanks, but I am interested in hearing how this turns
out, as I was looking to get one of these 25mm tanks myself.

Let us know.

 

[Kemosabe]

i am very close to purchasing my pyrex ibtank. i have a provari and i dont want the tank to hang over the edges of the unit, so my choice is the 19mm tank. does anyone have the 25mm tank on a provari or device with similar diameter of a provari? im interested to see how it looks. juice capacity isnt a huge concern of mine, im more focused on aesthetics.

also, the end cap situation for OP is a tiny bit troubling. i am contemplating getting end caps from another vendor, but i dont really want to. i feel like these end caps while very pricey, will offer the best seal for the tank. however i am beginning to question that after reading.

please post your results. i am very interested in hearing the solution to your problem (if there even was a problem?) its unclear if the problem was just aesthetics, or if juice was actually leaking.

any help offered is mucho appreciated.



oh, and sweet tanks, OCD! im excited to place my order.

 

[Liquinator]

So... the customer service was excellent. I received a brand new tank with caps which fits perfectly without any leaking.

@kemosabe don't be worried about the caps. They fit tight enough to not leak.

Ibtanked slipped on a small o-ring that was completely missing, hence the leaking. However, they include a replacement set of o-rings with every tank so i was able to easily fix that after I had noticed it. Too bad I noticed just now as I had just taken a glance at the bigger o-rings before

Thumbs up. Go grab one

 

[Baditude]

Glad to hear OCD took care of you promptly and to your satisfaction. Enjoy your tank.