Fidola13

Totally Stashed!
Supporting Member
ECF Veteran
Verified Member
Dec 20, 2017
10,225
57,023
Boston
This is the strangest looking soldering/welding iron I’ve ever seen available at Ali Express lol!!!!!

IMG_6691.png
 

ShowMeTwice

Supporting Member
ECF Veteran
Jun 28, 2016
18,923
1
125,631
the Universe • ∞
Honestly I really can’t use them because just playing with the two afc’s makes the cap slip up and off. The other annoying thing is that it’s next to impossible to adjust one of the afc’s without moving the other afc ring. I can hold the cap done but it gets really hot. But I shouldn’t have to do that to any new rda.

I would have tried replacing the o-rings. Fairly certain slightly thicker ones would resolve your issue.
 

hittman

ECF Guru
Supporting Member
ECF Veteran
Verified Member
Contest Winner!
  • Jul 13, 2009
    61,663
    180,177
    Somewhere between here and there
    I got a reply from Hellvape regarding the 3 Dead Rabbit Pros that I bought that have loose top caps to the point they’re so loose I can’t use them because they fall off. The two afc rings are also so loose that it’s impossible to adjust one without moving the 2nd one. Just poor qc by Hellvape with this lot that I bought from sourcemore.

    They basically told me too bad - to quote “engineers said to buy bigger O rings”.

    What????!!!!

    I did try the thicker o rings in the accessories bag without luck. Too thick.

    I’m incredibly disappointed because I’ve been hugely vocal about how much I love their RDAs especially the Dead Rabbit line up on this and other forums. I could probably open a store with all the Hellvape products I have.

    So I guess I’ll try the o rings off from other attys I have and hope that I get lucky.
    I’m really sorry to hear that. I’ve had a much better experience with the reps I’ve dealt with there.
    Am I the only one here that doesn’t own a Pico of any kind? I’m feeling like I should buy at least one now lol!
    I don’t own one and have never tried one.
     

    ShowMeTwice

    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Jun 28, 2016
    18,923
    1
    125,631
    the Universe • ∞
    They basically told me too bad - to quote “engineers said to buy bigger O rings”.

    What????!!!!

    I did try the thicker o rings in the accessories bag without luck. Too thick.

    I’m incredibly disappointed because I’ve been hugely vocal about how much I love their RDAs especially the Dead Rabbit line up on this and other forums. I could probably open a store with all the Hellvape products I have.

    So I guess I’ll try the o rings off from other attys I have and hope that I get lucky.

    You will need to measure the o-rings that came with the RDA. Then purchase new ones, per my post from however many days back.

    That will resolve your problem. 100%
     

    ShowMeTwice

    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Jun 28, 2016
    18,923
    1
    125,631
    the Universe • ∞
    This is the strangest looking soldering/welding iron I’ve ever seen available at Ali Express lol!!!!!

    View attachment 1006397

    LOL, welcome to something not so new..........

    FWIW........... Ginger Industries has been selling their, ummm cough-cough, soldering stations for over a year.


    Boxer_DNA60_21700_Assem_Rev1.732.jpg


    "Boxer Classic DNA100C Single 2X700 with Evolv DNA100C Portable Soldering Station is designed specifically for professional and high-end users."

    "Boxer Soldering Tip OPTIONAL but required."


    :greengrin:
     

    hittman

    ECF Guru
    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Verified Member
    Contest Winner!
  • Jul 13, 2009
    61,663
    180,177
    Somewhere between here and there
    LOL, welcome to something not so new..........

    FWIW........... Ginger Industries has been selling their, ummm cough-cough, soldering stations for over a year.


    View attachment 1006404

    "Boxer Classic DNA100C Single 2X700 with Evolv DNA100C Portable Soldering Station is designed specifically for professional and high-end users."

    "Boxer Soldering Tip OPTIONAL but required."


    :greengrin:
    I’m surprised you don’t get free shipping for that price. Also, why is adult signature added for a soldering station?
     

    Letitia

    Citrus Junkie
    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Apr 2, 2017
    25,877
    137,016
    West Frankfort, IL
    Am I the only one here that doesn’t own a Pico of any kind? I’m feeling like I should buy at least one now lol!
    I have never owned a Pico, bottom w/v buttons on the bottom and limited atty width pretty much caused me to lose all interest in the line.
     

    ShowMeTwice

    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Jun 28, 2016
    18,923
    1
    125,631
    the Universe • ∞
    I’m surprised you don’t get free shipping for that price.

    Right?

    And $190 for a freakin' mod with a stoopid plastic body? :lol: :lol: :lol:

    Also, why is adult signature added for a soldering station?

    Can't trust "the children" with a soldering iron.

    ironGlow.jpg

    (lol, not mine, found it via google)


    :lol:
     

    no|ah

    Super Member
    ECF Veteran
    Dec 11, 2023
    740
    5,040
    Connecticut, USA
    The latest tracking info for my order with Health Cabin was earlier this week: "Picked up on US 1/8th," whatever that means. No movement on their tracking site, nor USPS or 17track. Gonna give it a week or so, and if I don't see any more movement I'll reach out to them, but I'm not too worried about it.

    I got a reply from Hellvape regarding the 3 Dead Rabbit Pros that I bought that have loose top caps to the point they’re so loose I can’t use them because they fall off. The two afc rings are also so loose that it’s impossible to adjust one without moving the 2nd one. Just poor qc by Hellvape with this lot that I bought from Sourcemore.

    They basically told me too bad - to quote “engineers said to buy bigger O rings”.

    What????!!!!

    I did try the thicker o rings in the accessories bag without luck. Too thick.

    I’m incredibly disappointed because I’ve been hugely vocal about how much I love their RDAs especially the Dead Rabbit line up on this and other forums. I could probably open a store with all the Hellvape products I have.

    So I guess I’ll try the o rings off from other attys I have and hope that I get lucky.
    Sorry to hear that, but glad you posted about it. I'll be avoiding their products then.

    It seems like the after sale customer service standard is pretty low for big vape hardware resellers and manufacturer's (in general), but to not offer support for a defect on a brand new item is crazy.

    I have never owned a Pico, bottom w/v buttons on the bottom and limited atty width pretty much caused me to lose all interest in the line.
    The limited atty width on the older Picos is a drag indeed. I've got a 23mm RTA crammed on there now and its just barely rubbing against the battery cap. Pico Plus can fit 25mm though.
     
    Last edited:

    ShowMeTwice

    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Jun 28, 2016
    18,923
    1
    125,631
    the Universe • ∞
    It seems like the after sale customer service standard is pretty low for big vape hardware resellers and manufacturer's, but to not offer support for a defect on a brand new item is crazy.

    That's Chinese manufacturing for ya.

    Mass produced Chinese vape products service and support is, well, from what I've seen, complete .... (with the rare, very rare, exceptions).

    You would never see that kind of poor design on 99% of the higher end products. Totally unheard of with H.E. RBA's. The H.E. folks are really good with supporting their products and nearly all of them have excellent customer service.
     

    no|ah

    Super Member
    ECF Veteran
    Dec 11, 2023
    740
    5,040
    Connecticut, USA
    H.E. RBA's
    Hmm haven't heard of them. When I search for "H.E. RBAs" I'm getting lots of irrelevant stuff. Would you mind sharing their website or more info? I'd love to have a look...not that I should be buying more stuff, but still.

    Edit: Re-read your post and am honestly kind of embarrassed I missed the obvious, but oh well.

    If Sourcemore sold them to her then I’d contact them and see if they would exchange them.
    That's a very good idea.
     
    Last edited:

    ShowMeTwice

    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Jun 28, 2016
    18,923
    1
    125,631
    the Universe • ∞
    Hmm haven't heard of them. When I search for "H.E. RBAs" I'm getting lots of irrelevant stuff. Would you mind sharing their website or more info? I'd love to have a look...not that I should be buying more stuff, but still.

    It's not a manufacturer. H.E. = high end gear (mods and RBA's). High end RBA's normally run $100+.

    some manufacturers..........

    RTA's: SvoëMesto Kayfun's (Prime, KFL), Atmizoo (Tripod and Aer), KHW Mods (Dvarw MTL and DL), Squape (Arise), Crafter's Den Pocket

    RDA's: Atmizoo, Hussar, Vicious Ant, FLVR, Van & Del, DnV (Drip'n Vape)

    There are many more mfrs, those are just the ones I own.

    Most of the high end RBA's sellout fairly quickly. Some can only be purchased via Facebook private groups. Most companies replenish stock (some slowly/some quicker).
     
    Last edited:

    no|ah

    Super Member
    ECF Veteran
    Dec 11, 2023
    740
    5,040
    Connecticut, USA
    It's not a manufacturer. H.E. = high end gear (mods and RBA's). High end RBA's normally run $100+.

    some manufacturers..........

    RTA's: SvoëMesto Kayfun's (Prime, KFL), Atmizoo (Tripod and Aer), KHW Mods (Dvarw MTL and DL), Squape (Arise), Crafter's Den Pocket

    RDA's: Atmizoo, Hussar, Vicious Ant, FLVR, Van & Del, DnV (Drip'n Vape)

    There are many more mfrs, those are just the ones I own. I don't own any Chinese RBA's. Had some clones, gave them all away.

    Most of the high end RBA's sellout fairly quickly. Some can only be purchased via Facebook private groups. Most companies replenish stock (some slowly/some quicker).
    Thanks for clarifying and taking the time to share those manufacturers, I really appreciate it. I'll definitely bookmark your post and have a look.
     

    Tor R

    Vaping Master
    Supporting Member
    ECF Veteran
    Apr 4, 2020
    3,322
    27,085
    Mandal, Norway
    www.kinnheia.com
    Good morning ladies & gentlemans,
    I'm working on getting the package from Centenary Mods up and running again, hopefully Roberto will be able to find out what has caused the package to be at rest.
    Today or on Monday I can perhaps get the BilletBox frame from AliExpress.

    This is the strangest looking soldering/welding iron I’ve ever seen available at Ali Express lol!!!!!

    View attachment 1006397
    The question is what are you buying, the real thing or a cloned pico...Spend time, always spend time on AliExpress to read feedback, before you buy anything at all.
    Eleaf Pico 75 TC with micro USB is phased out, and almost empty everywhere (with luck you'll find it from someone who hasn't sold mods/kit in the last 2 years. Eleaf Pico 75 TC with USB-C (not upgradable firmware, shameful choice by Eleaf) is out of stock at all serious dealers, and has also been phased out.

    I like the Pico 75 TC with micro USB port for my compact 22mm attys, use arthic Fox Firmware in all of them.
     

    Users who are viewing this thread