Smoktech VV gripper
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It's an interesting looking mod for sure. I haven't seen anyone report on using one, but I'll be watching with interest.
Hi go to utube do a search under gripper mod ecig. A lot of good reviews. Can watch it in action
Have not tried, but looks like a nice device. I like the size, looks like it would fit well in ones hand. For the money, I may consider one of these mods!
This is the one I was looking at http://www.CANVAPE.com/Smoktech-VV-Gripper-Mod-p/smokvvgripper.htm
I found one review on it and it kinda sucked. I would like to find out more info on this unit.
Happy vaping
I found one review on it and it kinda sucked. I would like to find out more info on this unit.
Happy vaping
I have one. I'm not sure it's really 4 amps as claimed. I like it and it has a lot of features for what it is. However, what it is is a cheap mod. It's certainly not comparable to a Buzz Pro or a Provari but, the controls are easy to use and accesible. It works well. I like it.
I have had mine for 4 days now. I love it. I have Twists, VTube, and now this one. This one blows the others out of the water. It really is powerful. I found it light weight and it fits my hand nicely. I would prefer the firing button in a different spot, but it's really not a big deal. The battery door works well. It was a bit stiff at first, but now it's great. The only thing I don't like about the Gripper is that when you replace the battery you have to turn the machine back on and set the voltage again. If I changed my battery quickly enough on the VTube it would hold my last settings. Again, not really a big deal, 5 clicks and it is back on, just a minor complaint.
I would vape on my VTube at 4.6 to 5V. On the new Gripper, I vape at 4V down to 3.5V, same juice same Vivi Novas. Overall, I love it. My VTube just sits now.
I know it is strange, but I really missed the rubber coating that the Twists had. Since I couldn't find any other VV mods that had the rubber coating, trying the Gripper was a no brainer for me. It exceeded my expectations.
I would vape on my VTube at 4.6 to 5V. On the new Gripper, I vape at 4V down to 3.5V, same juice same Vivi Novas. Overall, I love it. My VTube just sits now.
I know it is strange, but I really missed the rubber coating that the Twists had. Since I couldn't find any other VV mods that had the rubber coating, trying the Gripper was a no brainer for me. It exceeded my expectations.
Lord Davon did a review on it. Mine is waiting at home for me - I'll let you know my 1st impressions.
Looks interesting and for only $64.95 i might just pick one up. i would like to see someone so an in depth Voltage analysis.
Find the discount code and its $46 out the door
http://www.electronicstix.com/GRIPPER18650.html
http://www.electronicstix.com/GRIPPER18650.html
well according to
Smoktech 18650 VV Gripper Review - YouTube
5.2 is when the constant push of volts was pushed for a 2.5 ohm atty...
that's only 2.08 amps...that means it has roughly a 2 amp limit.
the 4 amp limit stated might be when the constant push of volts cuts out...
which would mean that you could push a 1.5ohm all the way up to 6v with the constant push.
Man, I just ordered mine from there today, was $53 out the door. The discount code that was suggested to be found on facebook was too old and it didn't work
It has a good feel to it, but it is plastic, and I wouldn't want to drop it. I haven't done any tests yet, but expect some after a few hours. I'll see if I can find a scope to put on it too, for all you techies like me. So far it seems to ohm check carts pretty accurate, within .1 ohms, and the voltage doesn't seem "high" like others have said about the ovale and v1. I haven't metered anything yet.
Update 1. Metered the unit at 4.5v setting -- measures 4.59vdc on a fluke 115 true rms meter. I'll try measuring a spread of dc voltage settings later. Still looking for a scope here. .9 volt variance isn't bad for pwm rippling dc though... Just curious as to when it switches over to dc push mode.
Update 1. Metered the unit at 4.5v setting -- measures 4.59vdc on a fluke 115 true rms meter. I'll try measuring a spread of dc voltage settings later. Still looking for a scope here. .9 volt variance isn't bad for pwm rippling dc though... Just curious as to when it switches over to dc push mode.
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I was able to get it to 5V constant with a 1.7 ohm atty. It wasn't pulsing then. I could measure the volts. The controls would go higher but, that was the limit on the in-line meter. That comes to 3 amps. As I understand it, the constant push is at the end and up to a certain number of amps it pulses. That could be nonsense but, it's what one reviewer (Lord Davon) said.
yeah i linked to his video...
i don't own one nor do i know much about electronics, this is just my understanding
i don't own one nor do i know much about electronics, this is just my understanding
Refreshing the USPS tracking page every hour yet again, anxiously awaiting my new PV
Got mine....I think i Got the code from ECF coupon thread....it was $46 works great....but it is plastic. Smaller than I thought too. Button placement isn't horrible but would be better on the grip
Just tap power button for the ohm rating.nice
Just tap power button for the ohm rating.nice
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Did you check this on a scope or a meter? I'm still looking for a scope to borrow, but the problem is that a true rms meter will show dc voltages even if it's a pwm device. I believe the constant push would have to be around 4v or less on this circuit, the way that I understand it to be laid out. I think at the higher end the pwm just reaches a high enough frequency that most non-rms meters will pick up a dc voltage off the duty cycle. I have yet to prove this theory though, of course. Perhaps someone with a scope will post.
PBrusardo put in on a DSO Nano scope. It is a 100hz square wave output, no "constant" voltage. But once it reaches a high enough duty cycle even the cheap meters will give a reading.
Look here for PB's review followed by my voltage tests results.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo.../321386-gripper-discussion-5.html#post6949669
Look here for PB's review followed by my voltage tests results.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo.../321386-gripper-discussion-5.html#post6949669
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