Teflon tape/plumber's tape?

[the_vape_nerd]

So I've got a Vision branded clearo and it's worked just fine for 6 weeks or so. But recently its started leaking like all down the ego I put it on for use at work. I don't think it is leaking into the center tube because the connection there is dry.

I've taken it all apart and inspected everything. I can't figure out what is going on here and have hypothesized that the bottom threading could be the culprit.

Can I just plumber's teflon type tape to wrap these threads or is that a bad idea?

 

[Eileithia]

As long as none of that tape is exposed to the inside of the tank there shouldn't be an issue. Teflon tape is used to wrap threads in drinking water taps, but no idea what would happen if it comes in contact with PG/VG or whatever is in the flavourings of your liquid.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

As long as none of that tape is exposed to the inside of the tank there shouldn't be an issue. Teflon tape is used to wrap threads in drinking water taps, but no idea what would happen if it comes in contact with PG/VG or whatever is in the flavourings of your liquid.

It's also used in natural gas fittings.

It should be Ok. Just make sure you follow the threads. This is a problem for left-handers, who always want to do things backwards. With tef tape, the results are usually disappointing.

I suspect the problem is somewhere else above the eGo threading. There's a dead grommet or damaged o-ring somewhere that is no longer doing its job and needs replacing.

 

[State O' Flux]

If you're talking about the base to clearo tank threading, I don't see why not... resistance issues would not be a concern. Do you have any cartomizer silicone end covers laying around? You can "slice" some pretty decent o-rings from those.

 

[cramptholomew]

Non stick pans are made with teflon. So, I'd think if it can handle 900 degrees fahrenheit, it can handle some PG/VG. Don't quote me on this, but I believe it stands to reason...

 

[Digital Man]

So I've got a Vision branded clearo and it's worked just fine for 6 weeks or so. But recently its started leaking like all down the ego I put it on for use at work. I don't think it is leaking into the center tube because the connection there is dry.

I've taken it all apart and inspected everything. I can't figure out what is going on here and have hypothesized that the bottom threading could be the culprit.

Can I just plumber's teflon type tape to wrap these threads or is that a bad idea?

I did this with a mini Vivi Nova I had, worked perfectly.

 

[erictho]

i use teflon tape all the time. i have 11 vision vivi nova's and 3 of them i received with this chronic leaking problem. a couple more have exhibited the problem over time. 2-3 wraps on the top cap/bottom plate threads has completely fixed leaking through the center post and from the threads. it's great.

 

[State O' Flux]

Non stick pans are made with teflon. So, I'd think if it can handle 900 degrees fahrenheit, it can handle some PG/VG. Don't quote me on this, but I believe it stands to reason...

Mmmmm... close. ;-)

The typical white hardware store Teflon tape, if it's a good quality - brand name product, will usually meet Military Specification MIL-T-27730A and would have a temperature operating range of -212°F - 500°F. If it's cheap Chinese knock-off stuff with no rating... not a clue.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

Non stick pans are made with teflon. So, I'd think if it can handle 900 degrees fahrenheit, it can handle some PG/VG. Don't quote me on this, but I believe it stands to reason...

Yeah, but the stuff in non-stick pans is different from the tape. It should still be Ok, but I still don't think it'll solve the real problem.

 

[cramptholomew]

Mmmmm... close. ;-)

The typical white hardware store Teflon tape, if it's a good quality - brand name product, will usually meet Military Specification MIL-T-27730A and would have a temperature operating range of -212°F - 500°F. If it's cheap Chinese knock-off stuff with no rating... not a clue.

I don't know what temp the rating is, I was just making a point. If teflon can stand my habanero riddled curry, or blackened asparagus, then I'd HOPE it's stand a chance again some e-liquid. ;-)

 

[the_vape_nerd]

It's also used in natural gas fittings.

It should be Ok. Just make sure you follow the threads. This is a problem for left-handers, who always want to do things backwards. With tef tape, the results are usually disappointing.

I suspect the problem is somewhere else above the eGo threading. There's a dead grommet or damaged o-ring somewhere that is no longer doing its job and needs replacing.

I know how to use it, was just worried about maybe some kind of chemical reacting with juice...based on replies i will give it a try..thanks everyone

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

I don't know what temp the rating is, I was just making a point. If teflon can stand my habanero riddled curry, or blackened asparagus, then I'd HOPE it's stand a chance again some e-liquid. ;-)

Wait... Blackened asparagus?

You MUST post a recipe. ITT.

 

[BWhare]

Just an FYI - ran across this a while back and thought it might be of interest:

http://www2.dupont.com/Teflon_Industrial/en_US/teflon_tape.html

 

[Pink Dolphin]

why not just buy a new one?

 

[DavidOck]

I've had a few that, after rough use, drops, tweaks and such, start to weep between the tube an the upper part of the base. Once they're at that point, I usually just toss 'em, but you could try something like scotch tape around the outside if that's the leak...

 

[Nermal]

Might work: might not. The stuff is really intended to seal tapered threads, like on a pipe. Tapered pipe threads actually seal thread - thread. Others that are required to seal use 0-rings, gaskets, or something similar.

 

[the_vape_nerd]

why not just buy a new one?

Why would I buy a new one if I can fix this one?

 

[crxess]

Teflon pans being phased out - Dangerous off gassing.
Teflon Tape much more susceptible to heat gassing.

 

[Cavediver]

why not just buy a new one?

Why would I buy a new one if I can fix this one?

Because that's the American Way?
C'mon, you know you want to fit in...

 

[Cavediver]

BTW, is it a rebuildable or a regular version?
I've had several of them (non-rebuildable) begin leaking. I looked at them two or three times before I saw a couple of very fine cracks in the plastic. I never did figure out why they were leaking