Saddle Valve issue

[stew5150]

Has anyone else had a problem with their saddle valve bending after punching a cartomizer with one? I guess I'm going to have to get the dremel out of storage.

 

[Kay1959]

I've heard of people who use a nail file and sharpen the point on the screw that goes down into the carto. Maybe that would help you. Or you might spring for a device specifically made to punch cartos.

I tried the saddle valve, and couldn't do it that way myself. I use something like this....

V2 Cartomizer Punch - Phiniac Rugged Pyrex Glass Tanks

And you're less likely to get metal shavings if you use this instead of a dremel tool. Just a thought.

 

[stew5150]

Thanks, I think it's too late to sharpen it as it's bent now. I'm going to look into one of these.

 

[r77r7r]

Cartomizer Punch

 

[Kay1959]

YES! What r7 has posted is what I actually have...along with a whole slew of these screws...
Amazon.com: 25 1/4-20x7/8 Mirror Mounting Screw Phos W/Nylon Washer: Automotive
Thanks r7, I couldn't find marks post yet again! lol!

I found this to be MUCH easier to use than a saddle valve. But a note that you won't hear a 'pop' when you punch through the carto...atleast I don't. I have found that turning the screw 2 and 1/4th turns gets the job done nicely!

 

[Flyer]

I vote - break out the dremel. It never fails!

 

[RayN]

I actually hold mine up to my ear to hear it pierce the stainless. You won't hear a pop until the screw dulls a little.
I give it 3/4's of a turn after it pierces.