Sigelei Zmax V3 and V5 Telescopic: User's Group

[JeremyR]

It's an iphone 3 in HDD mode.

Yeah this things been through hell, 24/7 use, on the job all day every day. looks nearly new.

It functions great in stacked mode low low stress on the chip and the ground contact isn't as touchy. Original Switch has been working great lately, must be stuck on a clean contact.

That baby's 8 months old but it's got 2 years of abuse on it..

Still using the joyelife 16340s too, the efest pack a lot more of a punch.

 

[Thayamax]

Is it better to use flat top or button top when stacking in the V3? I know they need to be permanently paired.

 

[JeremyR]

Flat top is better because their shorter so you can thread the tube more to cover the threads with out stressing the board With added pressure. I admit I was worried when I got these flat tops but as multiple reports have indicated they stack fine.

 

[Thayamax]

Thanks, Jeremy. I thought that might be the case. I just wasn't sure they'd make good contact with each other.

 

[Mcp15]

Hi Zmax Gurus! This is a slightly off topic question...do any of you know if the tatroe ring will fit the SigeleiZmax? Actually, to be more specifics, will it fit my mini? I have the telescope now...in fact I just got a second at DesertVapes...and now the 18350s are p.i.a. To change out all the time. I'm hoping an extension of some sort will allow me to use 18500s in the Mini (it's too pretty to be tucked away all by itself all the time!)
Thanks, and Happy Weekend

 

[yzer]

A Google search shows a few outfits selling Zmax Mini extension tubes for 18650 and 2x18350 but not 18490/18500. I haven't seen these sold in the US yet.

 

[Mcp15]

Thanks Yzer. I know "they" were talking about the future availability of such a cap when I purchased the Mini a year or so ago, but the vendor(s) had no ETA on the product. (sigh). Guess the Tatroe, which fits the provari won't work, either, huh?

 

[yzer]

I'm guessing the Tatroe for Provari may not fit. Provari Mini is .90" in diameter (what the blazes is .90", anyway?) and Sigelei Mini is 19mm in diameter. Then there is threading to consider.

The Sigelei V3 and V5 are 23mm in diameter.

 

[PaulBHC]

I tried to read all these pages. Gave up at some point in July 2013 and started skipping 10 pages at a time to Jan 2014 then jumped to May. Most of the older posted relate to V3 and I plan on buying a V5 anyway. Thanks to all who posted. I now know what batteries to consider and to get Noalox.

Thanks to yzer for posting about unflavored liquid and all the rest. I have thought about vaping unflavored for a while and did it today. I DIY and decided it was time to cut the nic and raise the VG. 33% 48mg pg with 66% vg for 16mg. Taste great, less filling. Wish I would have tried this in the beginning. I've vaped straight VG before to clean out an RDA between flavors but that's nothing like this.

Wizard Labs with free shipping makes this .036 cents per ml.

 

[ModBox]

Thinking of buying this Zmax v5 flat top but don't want gaps $47.97 Authentic Sigelei Zmax V5 Telescopic Variable Volt/Watt Mod - stainless steel at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

Does the kayfun / provari beauty ring fit on it and eliminate any gaps on taifuns or kfl etc?

This is the one i've seen:
SvoeMesto Provari Cone Piece - Cloud 9 Vaping

 

[yzer]

There is a discussion about Kayfun fitment beginning here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...5-telescopic-users-group-71.html#post12327681 Lots of US Sigelei vendors seem to be out of stock on the V3 and V5 right now. Desert Vapes is waiting for another order of the flat head V5s they have been selling for $46.95.

paulBHC, yes I've been liking DIY unflavored for quite a while now. It's all I use anymore.

 

[Deckacards]

Thinking of buying this Zmax v5 flat top but don't want gaps $47.97 Authentic Sigelei Zmax V5 Telescopic Variable Volt/Watt Mod - stainless steel at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

Does the kayfun / provari beauty ring fit on it and eliminate any gaps on taifuns or kfl etc?

This is the one i've seen:
SvoeMesto Provari Cone Piece - Cloud 9 Vaping

Here's what I do with my Zmax while topped with either a Kayfun Lite or Kayfun 3.1:

In the photo you can see the Kayfun 3.1 on the V5. I used a stainless steel tank section of the Kayfun Lite (sitting to the left of the Zmax) as a beauty ring. There is zero wobble or play, and the Kayfun is fully screwed into the 510 connection. It performs flawlessly.

Also, if I want to switch things up and vape using the Kayfun Lite, I can simply assemble the Kayfun Lite and use a stainless steel section of the 3.1 as the ring. Completely interchangeable. If you don't have 2 or more Kayfuns, replacement pieces can be purchased inexpensively from various vendors. Fasttech will have the lowest price if you don't mind the wait.

Much credit to an individual on this forum who provided me with this trick. I am not sure if he/she is a part of this thread, but in any case, thanks.

Also, with mention of DIY unflavored e-juice, I figured I'd add my latest creation to the photo. I actually love the subtle sweet taste of it. Variable wattage -> Variable heat. I can actually adjust the flavor of 'unflavored' e-juice.

 

[yzer]

Just to make things clear for readers who don't know the V3/V5 well, in his example Deckacards has removed the threaded Sigelei top cap from the one-piece 510/eGo connector like this...

 

[PaulBHC]

I ordered a round top V5 from Desert Vapes today. Father's day sale code fday10 gets you 10% off. $99 or more gets you free priority shipping. I needed batteries and coils and some other things so getting over that was easy.

 

[yzer]

You should be liking the new V5, PaulBHC. That 10% off coupon is a nice discount to an already low $46.95.

 

[PaulBHC]

Vapemail day

Opened the box, looked over the tri fold instruction sheet. Put in a charged AW 18350 that I had and it lights up Sigelei. I had a heck of a time getting the 5 clicks to turn it on. Now I can't seem to turn it off. Fast or slow clicking just goes through the menu.

I couldn't figure out which bottom cap is for what. I used the short cap but it seems to get very warm in use. I want to use the 18490s tomorrow.

Otherwise, looks nice, works well.

Edit to add: Instruction sheet is for V3. I see the on/off menu. I guess you can turn it on but not off.

 

[Thayamax]

You can turn it off. Click it 4 times so the "out on/off" option shows. Wait a second til it shows "out on", click it 1 time to show "out off". It goes off and won't fire until you reset it to "on" the same way. This is a good thing to do when putting your Zmax in a pocket or purse to keep it from firing accidentally.

 

[PaulBHC]

Thanks that is what I wanted to do, turn it off for putting it in a small cell phone case on my belt. Just wish all these devices did it faster for when you are trying to sneak a hit at work lol.

 

[Thayamax]

Yep, it sure does make it hard to do a 'hit and run'.

 

[AndriaD]

I agree with yzer. I never even notice the gap when in 18650 mode. The edges aren't sharp and it also adds to the grip so you're less likely to drop it. After a short time you'll forget it's even there.

Actually the full telescope, with 2 stacked button-top '350s, is my preferred mode; that bottom segment fits my hand *perfectly* and keeps my hand oriented to the button, so I don't have to look at it everytime I use it.

But, I've been thinking of adding an 18500 or 18490 to my battery collection; is the 500-490 difference due to whether it's a button or flat top? I assume it takes either? I think I'd prefer the flat, it does save a bit on length, I notice especially with the stacked 350s.

Andria