Protank 3 Issues

[Zach C.]

Is anyone else having issues with the protank 3's? Mine has leaked since the day I got it. Is there any tricks I can try to fix the leaking or any replacement parts that's supposed to stop the leaking? I would love to get this tank fixed so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.


Zach

 

[GT3Dan]

Where is it suspected to be leaking from?

 

[Zach C.]

From the best I can tell its coming from the coil at the 510 connection. I will keep a eye on it and try to make sure but I am about positive its the coils leaking. I have tried the two coils that came with the tank as well as two others and I am still having the same issue. Its also gurgling and poping.


Zach

 

[GT3Dan]

Did you happen to remove the rubber ring right above the wicks? Also, make sure the wicks aren't below the collar at the bottom. This could also cause significant leakage.

EDIT: aren't

 

[Eivind211]

Does it have the long stem or short stem coils? I purchased two Protank 3s from different vendors and one came with the long stem coils and the other with short stem coils. The long stem coils seem to flood less, and that seems to be the issue you're having if it's leaking from the 510 connection.

 

[Zach C.]

I have left the white rubber ring/cap alone. And which collar are you referring to? The rubber ring also?

Zach

 

[Zach C.]

I only had 1 long coil the rest have been short. The longer coil didn't seam to flood the battery as bad but still leaked alittle.

Zach

 

[GT3Dan]

No, right below the wicks (you should see them protruding from the sides if the atomizer is uninstalled) is a large flat ring (its the widest part of the atomizer) that sits flush when installed in the lower tank ring.

 

[Zach C.]

No, right below the wicks (you should see them protruding from the sides if the atomizer is uninstalled) is a large flat ring (its the widest part of the atomizer) that sits flush when installed in the lower tank ring.

Ok gotcha yea they are in there correct. I just talked with someone else about it and he is having the same issues with a protank 3. I really like the tank and I believe its a problem with the coils. I might try to order newer coils and see if that fixes the issue.


Zach

 

[GT3Dan]

You could also use PT 2 coils in the PT 3. They are backwards compatible. With the longer shaft in the middle, this may help.

 

[Zach C.]

You could also use PT 2 coils in the PT 3. They are backwards compatible. With the longer shaft in the middle, this may help.

I didnt know that. I will definitely try the pt2 coils. That will at the least tell me if it's the pt3 coils thats causing it to leak. Thanks I really appreciate it.


Zach

 

[Eivind211]

You could also use PT 2 coils in the PT 3. They are backwards compatible. With the longer shaft in the middle, this may help.

I was going to suggest that as well. The PT 2 coils are only single, and some have said they get better results with single coil vs dual in the PTs. I myself haven't had any issues with flooding or leaks, the draw..well that leaves a little to be desired.

 

[Zach C.]

I was going to suggest that as well. The PT 2 coils are only single, and some have said they get better results with single coil vs dual in the PTs. I myself haven't had any issues with flooding or leaks, the draw..well that leaves a little to be desired.

Which pt are you using? And what would really be the disadvantages of using the pt2 coil in a pt3?

Zach

 

[GT3Dan]

I am using the PT2. Like Elvind211 said, the draw leaves a little to be desired because it is kind of tight. Other than that, there really is no draw backs. The only difference is that the PT3 head is dual coil and the PT2 head is single coil.

 

[Eivind211]

Which pt are you using? And what would really be the disadvantages of using the pt2 coil in a pt3?

Zach

I'm using the PT3 with PT3 long stem coils, I don't have any issues with mine, other than the draw. I am still new to vaping so I wouldn't even try to tell you advantages or disadvantages of any setup whatsoever. I just hope you can get the problem solved.

 

[k702]

Once your juice drops below a certain level, owith my protank 2 that level is about 50 % you'll get a leak from the 510 connection. It has to do with air pressure. You have to either top it off or open up the bottom and burp it to equalize the pressure. If you don't top it off it will leak again, you'll get a few good capes but have to burp it constantly. Heat and cold will also effect the tank and make it leak. Dont leave it in your car on a hot day, you'll have a mess when you get back to it. And when it has leaked, after doing one of the above, best way to clear the gurgle is to turn the tank upside down and blow up with air against the 510 instead of juice

 

[Zach C.]

I didn't realize that these tanks leaked so easily. I am new to vaping I started almost 3 months ago to get away from smoking 2+ packs a day. I will definitely try out everything that everybody has suggested and report back. Thanks again everyone.


Zach

 

[Rathamar]

Pick up an Airflow Base for it. Solves all the leaking issues as it makes the coil sealed with in the tank.

 

[Botomline]

Pick up a couple Aero Tank bases and use them on your Protanks. Odds are your leaks will stop. Worked for me. Sun Vapors carries them.

 

[joelpeavy]

Have to greatly agree with Rathamar and Botomline...I have 2x Protank 2 and 1 Protank 3. My local vape shop recommended buying the new Aero Tank which uses the air control bottom. Of course they wanted $40 for the full tank setup. I searched online and found the bottom only for $6 and bought 3. Can't go wrong with it and the only time mine leaks per se, it collects in the bottom of the air flow base and it never spills out. Of course it only happens when I put it on my mod and either don't get a good connection and basically just suck the juice with no vape or I let a friend hit it who treats it like an analog cigarette and doesn't know to do a long slow pull instead of a fast short one.

I got mine here and hopefully they will be back in stock soon:
Kanger AeroTank Base also known as the Aerobase