Provari w/Map Tank

[smitty727]

Just got my new black Provari and I'm loving it. Finally the vape I've been searching for. I've been seeing pictures folks have posted of their Provari with a Map Tank and I like the look of it plus I like the idea of not having to drip but I'm not at all familiar with the tanks. Went to COV web site to order and they're not available but I did get setup to be notified whenever they are available. I'm a little confused though. I thought they were just a tank to hold the juice, similar to what I have in my box mod but I see they have different Ohm ratings. Does this mean the atomizer is built into the tank? Also there are mini Map tanks and Mega Map Tanks. Guess I'm just looking for a little education so I'll know what to order when they are available again. Can someone steer me in the right direction? Would use of the tank have any effect on the Provari warranty? Thanks.
Smitty

 

[Bootsand]

The map tanks are modified clearomizers. They basically take the guts of a clearomizer and stick it in a larger container (the tank). It works like a cartomizer, and when you need to replace it, the site sells pre-cut innards to stick in the tank. You'll keep the outer part (not have to buy another tank) but have to replace the coil thats inside the tank. COV should have the replaceable parts on the same page You can also cut your own... I've never done it myself, but its an option.

EDIT: By cut your own, I mean cut out a clearomizer's guts to stick in the tank, not cut your own tank.

 

[Digs]

I've also been looking at the MAP Tanks and am thinking of getting one. These tanks use the innards of a CE2 (Cartomizer Edition 2). You can buy the replacement innards at CoV or you can buy your own CE2 cartridges for much cheaper and use those. If you do buy the entire cartridges I think you may have to cut the things down a bit to make them fit. That's what I've read anyway. Be sure to research that if you go that route. I've also heard you need to get the Steel CE2's but that may not be true.

The Provari users I've seen using MAP Tanks seem to be recommending the high resistance (3.2) ones.

 

[silentt]

I'm vaping a 2.8ohm MAP-tank at 5 volts, is that okay? Isn't there a chart or can someone make one how high i can use these?

2.8ohm= highest voltage?
3.2ohm= highest voltage?

on the Provari of course..

 

[wolflrv]

The map tanks are modified clearomizers. They basically take the guts of a clearomizer and stick it in a larger container (the tank). It works like a cartomizer, and when you need to replace it, the site sells pre-cut innards to stick in the tank. You'll keep the outer part (not have to buy another tank) but have to replace the coil thats inside the tank. COV should have the replaceable parts on the same page You can also cut your own... I've never done it myself, but its an option.

EDIT: By cut your own, I mean cut out a clearomizer's guts to stick in the tank, not cut your own tank.

Bootsand...that's a great description of the Map Tank, except "clearomizers" won't work in it...only the CE2 XL cartomizers, either the black or steel(you have to peel the black labels off). It is indeed very easy to cut your own and they are easy to maintain and vape like chimneys with a Provari!

And to Digs and silentt...you can use the CE2's at most any comfortable voltage settings. I usually vape my 3.2ohm carts at around 4.5-4.7, but that's just me. They do seem to have a different voltage range than atomizers or other cartomizers for sure, but it would be pretty hard to kill one..maybe running the 2.4ohm at 6 volts...dunno..haven't tried or needed to.

 

[ScottinSoCal]

They do seem to have a different voltage range than atomizers or other cartomizers for sure, but it would be pretty hard to kill one..maybe running the 2.4ohm at 6 volts...dunno..haven't tried or needed to.

I've used the MAP tanks (I have 3 of them) almost exclusively on my ProVari, and love them. Freeing up the wicks increases the vapor and flavor of the juice and it's a totally different experience from the regular CE2 cartos - I used them before I got them MAP tanks. Where they can wick dry pretty easily, the tank just keeps going and going. I've never had one burn out, but I usually run the 2.5 ohm at 4.0-4.2 volts. I prefer a cooler vapor.

 

[speedemon]

I also have the provarie have a jonboy tank about the same but better in my opinion,above comments correct ce2 version 4 xl steel don't have to remove black cover but both work.These are easy to cut yourself,buy a small pipe cutter 5-10.00.I use 3.0-3.2 works great with provarie,but you can use any ohms thats the good thing about the provarie!!Do make sure to get XL CE2'S.They usually last long time but i have killed them as with attys and cartos.

 

[Shel]

Absolutely fantastic combo!

I purchased a 3.2ohm MAP tank, and then, a few weeks later, ended up getting a 3.0 MAP tank as a spare, because that's the one that was available. With variable voltage, I don't think 3.0 or 3.2 will matter much. Clouds of Vapor does recommend using one of the higher resistace tanks with variable voltage devices.

It's really a great combo! I can leave the house in the morning, and not have to refill or recharge until late at night.

 

[Laszlo]

I'm vaping a 2.8ohm MAP-tank at 5 volts, is that okay? Isn't there a chart or can someone make one how high i can use these?

2.8ohm= highest voltage?
3.2ohm= highest voltage?

on the Provari of course..

Just go by formula: voltage = ohms * current

Current is limited to 2.5A on Provari so use that to calculate you highest available voltage for given resistance.

In your case: 2.8*2.5 = 7 volts
3.2*2.5 = 8 volts

Maximum you can go with Provari is 6V, so 6V/2.5A gives you 2.4 ohm - with this atty resistance you'll get E2 (current limit) error at 6V.

Anything higher than 2.4ohms (as in your case) and you should be fine vaping at 6V all the way.

Mind you, the atty resistance changes with use and your 2.8 ohm could on the dime turn into less than 2.4 ohm.

I still don't quite get it why resistance drops when in theory it should get higher. There was some discussion here, but none of the theories quite satisfy me.

 

[Tasteles]

I still think it drops cause of buildup on the coils, on the other hand when I find attys going bad, it raises.

 

[emanguba]

I agree (well, at least in my case).

I use a 3.0-3.2ohm carto and vape at 4.0volts and cycle 3-4 cartos a day due to the build up on the coil.

I notice the performance and flavor drop significantly when the gunk starts to build up.

I started out with the MAP tank, then cut it down to make a mini, and now I make my own tanks.

Tanks are a great compliment to a Provari.

 

[otrpu]

Me too. My MAP Tank croacked. I can't get the E2 out of it to replace. So, switched to Storm Tanks. Lots easier to service, which is important to me. When you use an item all day everyday. . .ease of maintenance is of primary concern. Besides that, the MAP is grossly overpriced. JMHO

Cheers,
otrpu

 

[passerbyeus]

My provari will be here Monday anyone have a extra storm tank to sell she has the 2.4 not the 3s.

 

[hmm]

PM SENT :::Crossing fingers:::

I agree (well, at least in my case).

I use a 3.0-3.2ohm carto and vape at 4.0volts and cycle 3-4 cartos a day due to the build up on the coil.

I notice the performance and flavor drop significantly when the gunk starts to build up.

I started out with the MAP tank, then cut it down to make a mini, and now I make my own tanks.

Tanks are a great compliment to a Provari.