SMOKTech RDA - Oxidized Aluminum?

[DancingHeretik]

I just found the SMOKTech RDA Rebuildable Atomizer for $9.25 in pretty colors.

It looks cute and all. But, it's made of oxidized aluminum. Is that safe?

 

[anavidfan]

Looks as though the insides that come in contact with juice and actual production is plain aluminium. I dont think you have to worry about it. Its a nice copy of the ERA atomizer. Let us know how you like it.

 

[Jerms]

I just found the SMOKTech RDA Rebuildable Atomizer for $9.25 in pretty colors.

It looks cute and all. But, it's made of oxidized aluminum. Is that safe?

I think a more accurate word would be anodized, which means adding a layer of oxidation for protective or decorative purposes, in this case to make them colored. I'm guessing it's safe, many drip tips and drip shields are made with anodized aluminum.

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[WinchellNomNom]

As far as I know it's safe.

rda is a good atty. Good air hole placement, and contrary to what I've read, it doesn't leak. It's large and taller than my igo-l, tall posts are simple to work with, and I like the color option of black. Vapor production is potentially excellent(depending on setup).

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[anavidfan]

.... and I like the color option of black.....

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I just thought that was an interesting observation. I really like black accessories. I have a black PV. It was my requirement when I was looking for a PV. I wish more people made accessories in black. Its such a nice look and works great with stainless steel parts. I do have some drip tips and a black phiniac tank. They have some things like Vivi Nova replacement tanks, but Id like to see some more high end devices in black.

 

[TH0MAS CR0WN]

Have had the RDA (bigger ERA clone) for a few days now. Loving it so far.

 

[thecatanddog]

what are the posts made of? looks like a gold colored metal? is that brass?! i want to pick one of these up but i would like to know what that material is before i do so.

 

[WinchellNomNom]

what are the posts made of? looks like a gold colored metal? is that brass?! i want to pick one of these up but i would like to know what that material is before i do so.

I was told they are brass.

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[4matic]

Is this the same as the "octopus" that gotvapes sells?

 

[WinchellNomNom]

Is this the same as the "octopus" that gotvapes sells?

Yes

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[WinchellNomNom]

Rda with short aluminum drip tip on a vamo. 1.3ohm with 28awg 5/6 wrap. Used the original 8 silica strands with the addition of a strand of 3mm silica. Vapes like a champ and is easy to work with. 20 drops of liquid and no leaking.

This is on par with the ego-l overall, but i like the size and finish of the igo-l better. Igo is much shorter and about the same width.




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[congaman]

I've heard that the "octopus" from Gotvapes leaks!

 

[c00lkatz]

I've heard that the "octopus" from Gotvapes leaks!

It only leaks if you overfill it, because the air hole is drilled into the bottom of the base. If the wicks can't soak up anymore juice it will leak through the air hole out the side. At least it doesn't go to your battery connection. Really though, it all depends on how much wick you build with. You can't expect 4 strands to hold the same amount of drops as 8 strands (same size anyway). If you rebuild with a ton of wick (as the above poster did) then you can get quite a few drops without leaking.

 

[WinchellNomNom]

I've heard that the "octopus" from Gotvapes leaks!

You must really hate gotvapes, you have been knocking them in every forum possible. Vivi nova, natural, rda....

I got my smoktech rda's from gotvapes and they function perfectly, but that has nothing to do with gotvapes since smoktech manufactured them just like the rest of the rdas out there.

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[c00lkatz]

You must really hate gotvapes, you have been knocking them in every forum possible. Vivi nova, natural, rda....

I got my smoktech rda's from gotvapes and they function perfectly, but that has nothing to do with gotvapes since smoktech manufactured them just like the rest of the rdas out there.

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Got mine from GotVapes as well, and no problems with it.

 

[ItsSunnyB]

I've heard that the "octopus" from Gotvapes leaks!

I got my RdA from gotvapes and no issues..

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[Randy C]

I'll probably stay away from it... I don't like he idea of brass posts. I just wish I could find an Igo-L

 

[sonicdsl]

I'll probably stay away from it... I don't like he idea of brass posts. I just wish I could find an Igo-L

Discount Vapers carries these; out of stock atm, but is expecting tracking any day now (unless he hasn't posted yet).

IGO-L Rebuildable Stainless Steel Dripping Atomizer

DiscountVapers

 

[DancingHeretik]

SteamMonkey and MyVaporStore are sold out too.

 

[thebong24]

loving my RDA and yes its aluminum i bore the hole at 1/16 and added a new one hole on top of it 1/16 too and it vapes like a monster...