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[k3vin]

Yes I have been reading that saddle valves don't last long. Go with the deck screw.

 

[chadster214]

Take the tip out of the saddle valve and sharpen it. I use my rotary tool to sharpen it back. Then on with the punching.

 

[Scottinboca]

Another saddle valve user here. I don't know what type of peoples saddle valves are dulling easily. I got mine at Lowes in the plumbing section for $7 I think. It has punch at least 30 cartos and still going strong. I don't have a fancy dremel tool or have money to buy a descent one. It doesn't even matter though, the saddle valve takes 2 seconds and works perfect.

 

[Duekster]

I like the saddle valve idea. From other threads I read about concerns about filings as well as snagging some of the filler material which will impact wicking of juice.

 

[Maxedout]

After reading this thread I'll be buying a saddle valve I've been using drywall screws but it's not that easy (didn't think of the tape either)
I watched a video on YouTube using a hack saw, not a good idea it'll leak bad.

 

[\/aporAddikt]

Cloud of Vapor sells a carto punch. Should last longer than a saddle valve since it's made for punching metal.

 

[kickitback]

Only problem with the saddle valve is that its only good for about 40 punches, it will lose its edge after that.

 

[Provangelist]

Sorry if this is redundant but do you punch 1 hole or 2? I'm confused because I thought they needed 2 holes but it sounds like now everyone is just doing 1?

I've punched up to 3 holes in cartos before, and had them work beautifully. It just depends on the VG content, really.

As for methods, I have a saddle valve that I've been using, but it likes to slide down the side of the carto a lot of the time. It worked great like the first three or four times, but now it's just a hassle to use. Last night, I slotted one with my Dremel. It worked quite well, but now I have a metallic taste to my vape, which is not so good. It could just bee the carto though, I've had that before. Phiniac sells a sweet punch on their site. I think I'm about to order one myself.

 

[salemgold]

Carolina Vapes has one that works well and has a 15% off code for Fathers Day. Should be right at $30 shipped. DAD2012 is the code http://www.carolinavapes.com/Tiny-Mite-Carto-Punch-V-2_p_158.html

I have used an Awl and hammer for a very long time. It never gets dull and the carto will not dent like it will with a nail or softer metal.