SXmini M Class (TEMP CONTROL)

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Ok, what exactly can be expected to be saved in the 5 memories in Joules mode?

I must be missing something as it seems that I can only save the Joules, not the set temperature or the resistance of the tank.
Some of us have wanted to have those buttons have the ability to save temperature settings but that is not the case. There are 15 memory locations where you can save Joules or Wattage. 5 for wattage, 5 for Joules TC Eco mode, and 5 for Joules TC non-Eco modes.
 

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    Some of us have wanted to have those buttons have the ability to save temperature settings but that is not the case. There are 15 memory locations where you can save Joules or Wattage. 5 for wattage, 5 for Joules TC Eco mode, and 5 for Joules TC non-Eco modes.

    I guess it depends on what the designers intended the memory to be used for.

    Frankly, in "Joules mode" I'd rather have the temperature saved, then again I'd rather it be renamed "TC mode" and have the up/down buttons default to adjusting the temperature rather than 'startup mode', memory or joules. (forgetting for the moment that a true temperature controller would automagically calculate the joules required to ramp to the user selected temperature (and user selected slope of the ramp) without user/operator intervention.)

    Ok, so instead of just adjusting power level when changing tanks or juices, we get to: re-calibrate the coil ohm reading, maybe used the saved joules level and adjust the temperature.

    I wonder how the sigelei or Pioneer models handle this?

    Humm.... I guess I've not found the 'Eco' mode. I'm not sure at present what I would use it for or what advantage it offers.
     

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    I guess it depends on what the designers intended the memory to be used for.

    Frankly, in "Joules mode" I'd rather have the temperature saved, then again I'd rather it be renamed "TC mode" and have the up/down buttons default to adjusting the temperature rather than 'startup mode', memory or joules. (forgetting for the moment that a true temperature controller would automagically calculate the joules required to ramp to the user selected temperature (and user selected slope of the ramp) without user/operator intervention.)

    Ok, so instead of just adjusting power level when changing tanks or juices, we get to: re-calibrate the coil ohm reading, maybe used the saved joules level and adjust the temperature.

    I wonder how the Sigelei or Pioneer models handle this?

    Humm.... I guess I've not found the 'Eco' mode. I'm not sure at present what I would use it for or what advantage it offers.
    What many of us are doing is setting the temp you want to vape at and then just using enough Joules to make that temp stable without giving it too much where it is fighting to lower the power to keep your temperature or to starve it. I don't change my Joules much, I use between 20-22J for my typical builds and leave it there so I would also prefer the buttons to change my temp rather than the Joules or Eco, Soft, Standard, Powerful, or Powerful+ modes. Once I know my build I have no need to adjust the power as much as I have a desire to change the temperature.

    Yihi has asked us for comments on their website so why not tell them what you would like to see...
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    This is ONLY a test version firmware. If you are professional enough and very familiar with Temperature control, welcome to test it and feedback to us admin@yihisxmini.com

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    Ok, what exactly can be expected to be saved in the 5 memories in Joules mode?

    I must be missing something as it seems that I can only save the Joules, not the set temperature or the resistance of the tank.

    The resistance and temp are "global" settings for J or Watts modes.
     
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    So it looks like 5 wraps 26awg at 3mm would put you about .23 correct. That seems like a pretty easy coil. Easy to place on the STM also. How often do you have to clean and what method do you use and then you just rewick like kanthal correct?
    Closer to .24 depending on your leg lengths. I haven't used Ti yet, but it all should be the same with the cleaning being said to be much easier and not needed as often. Folks have reported close to a month without gunking up the coils. You will probably still need to rewick when needed but the gunking we have seen with Nickel is reported to be much less.
     

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    Just a FWIW, anybody considering picking one of these up should know YiHi has clearly stated that no warrany is applicable if you buy it for less than the suggested retail.

    Cori Butler at "daily vaping news" posted a recent conversation with them and it's not a rumor , you must buy at full retail and show info on purchase and what you paid for warranty coverage.
     

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    I guess it depends on what the designers intended the memory to be used for.

    Frankly, in "Joules mode" I'd rather have the temperature saved, then again I'd rather it be renamed "TC mode" and have the up/down buttons default to adjusting the temperature rather than 'startup mode', memory or joules. (forgetting for the moment that a true temperature controller would automagically calculate the joules required to ramp to the user selected temperature (and user selected slope of the ramp) without user/operator intervention.)

    Ok, so instead of just adjusting power level when changing tanks or juices, we get to: re-calibrate the coil ohm reading, maybe used the saved joules level and adjust the temperature.

    I wonder how the Sigelei or Pioneer models handle this?

    Humm.... I guess I've not found the 'Eco' mode. I'm not sure at present what I would use it for or what advantage it offers.
    I'll tell you what I use the settings for since I wrap all my 9 STM's exactly the same I set the J at 10,11,12,14,16. I always vape them at 390 degrees and 12 J I use the other settings for when I put a new coil on to break it in and start out at 10J 370 work my way up to 390 and 12J and thats where I leave them there. Thats where I like it with a .075 nickel coil. I would imagine I would do the same with the Ti once I find out where I like it. Build them all the same and set them all the same. I do check the resistance when I change atty's because they vary a little even though they are built exactly the same.
     

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    I'll tell you what I use the settings for since I wrap all my 9 STM's exactly the same I set the J at 10,11,12,14,16. I always vape them at 390 degrees and 12 J I use the other settings for when I put a new coil on to break it in and start out at 10J 370 work my way up to 390 and 12J and thats where I leave them there. Thats where I like it with a .075 nickel coil. I would imagine I would do the same with the Ti once I find out where I like it. Build them all the same and set them all the same. I do check the resistance when I change atty's because they vary a little even though they are built exactly the same.
    2legs, you could start a business selling prebuilt and already configured TC for the newbies with an assembly line you got there! Sounds like you are a man of standards and I like that!
     

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    Just a FWIW, anybody considering picking one of these up should know YiHi has clearly stated that no warrany is applicable if you buy it for less than the suggested retail.

    Cori Butler at "daily vaping news" posted a recent conversation with them and it's not a rumor , you must buy at full retail and show info on purchase and what you paid for warranty coverage.

    Come on YiHi, penalize the dealer not the customer...that's just dumb.
     
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    Come on YiHi, penalize the dealer not the customer...that's just dumb.

    You're assuming that YiHi is directly selling to the dealer. When it comes to grey market goods, it often takes time and effort to figure out who the intermediate supplier is and shut them down. YiHi's policy is no different from many other companies about unauthorized sales like this.
     

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    You're assuming that YiHi is directly selling to the dealer. When it comes to grey market goods, it often takes time and effort to figure out who the intermediate supplier is and shut them down. YiHi's policy is no different from many other companies about unauthorized sales like this.

    Pretty common in Vape world, there's lots of brick and mortar shops selling items they didn't purchase directly from the manufacturer, most of the items at my local shop come from a local distributor here in Los Angeles...in general the warranty help when needed seems to be all over the map shop to shop, some tell you an item has a 30 day warranty and the shop down the street tells you 90 days for the same item, it's ain't like buying a TV.
     

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    What do you guys think the best resistance is to build. I was thinking of using the 26awg or .4mm 5 wraps 3mm because the 5 wrap coil is easy to place on the STM and using Steam Engine should come out close to .23ohms. With the upgrade what is the final temp and J you guys use. George I know you are using about the same resistance coils as that not sure how many others are.
     
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    Closer to .24 depending on your leg lengths. I haven't used Ti yet, but it all should be the same with the cleaning being said to be much easier and not needed as often. Folks have reported close to a month without gunking up the coils. You will probably still need to rewick when needed but the gunking we have seen with Nickel is reported to be much less.
    Well I have read in one spot that if they do get gunked after a month that you can wash them under running water and brush them a little since they are supposed to be fairly sturdy like kanthal not soft like nickel and they will come out as good as new. Sort of like dry burning with kanthal but you don't have to dry burn it to get it off.
     
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    YiHi's website: SXmini maker,SXmini,yihisxmini,yihiecigar,sx350,yihi sx350, yihi sx350 mini, yihiecigar sx350 mini, gravity sensor,www.yihisxmini.com,120w device Great way to fully confirm authentic products. But IF they are dictating prices to authorized dealers? Then they will have not only customer loss issues, but Justice Department ones as well! Price fixing in the USA is not only frowned upon, but highly ILLEGAL as well! MSRP is just that, a suggested price point, NOT a final sale of that product!

    Sorry, but you are wrong in your claim:

    Manufacturer-imposed Requirements | Federal Trade Commission

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    Sounds like close to perfection cause I really miss the longevity of kanthal but I love the TC and the flavor too much with the nickel to go back to kanthal. This will give you the best of both worlds. We are leaving for about 1 1/2months in our motorhome so I will have to order it and have it sent to where we are going to be. Then when I get my mobile workstation set up I'll be ready to go. I was hoping that YiHi would come out with the final firmware before we leave on Friday cause my cell signal is weak there and thats what I use as a hot spot for my internet. Well I'll just have the little woman drive me about 3 miles where I can get a good signal and download it. If the Ti comes first I am still ready cause I have the test version already on my computer. So either way I'll be ok and the Ti should be there waiting for me.
     

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