Well, doesn't seem that too many Ladies like the "Pink Sparkle Hope" ST Edition... I thought there would be more response.
Well, doesn't seem that too many Ladies like the "Pink Sparkle Hope" ST Edition... I thought there would be more response.
I will be adding the Pink Sparkle 5v and Mini as soon as my finances allow it. Is it possible to get it in just pink, without the ribbon and bling?
VV nice I thought it was gonna be a while before it came out. Here's the long over due ST review from me.
But, now that Sir Lawrence has announced it - AND I finally got it in my hands to have actual informed First impressions - I have posted a First Impressions review in the review section here in ECF. I will copy my post below with a link to the thread (in case you want to follow for follow-up posts and anything any others may post about it):Here is a link to the thread: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...aber-touch-first-impressions.html#post1930822Well folks, The Vari Volt Saber Touch is coming!!! Before I proceed, I have to state that I had to ask Sir Lawrence (Vapor Moon) for his permission to make a post my first impressions. While I did pay for this device, it was with an understanding that it would be a prototype (pre-release and NOT final version) and I agreed to not post until Sir Lawrence was ready to announce the device. He now HAS announced the device in his thread but the device may or may not be in its most final production ready version. I received mine today and I know there are a couple other prototypes that also just mailed out this week. So, Sir Lawrence needs some time to get feedback from these people (me included) before deciding if he wants to make any more final changes or is happy with this build.
Please also know, I have only had this device in my hands a few hours and will have to come back and update this thread in a week or two after putting the device thru its paces.
Let me start by saying that I have the original Saber Touch in both 3.7/6V and regulated 5V versions. Sir Lawrence has been busy making improvements. He now offers "turned" and polished end-caps which are smoother, sleeker and make the device more elegant and a bit more pocket friendly. He has also improved the Touch Sensor to make it more sensitive. Some of us may live in dryer climates or just have dry skin. This more sensitive Touch Sensor is tweaked to make connection more easily while still preventing any unintentional activation in pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. Finally, we now have Variable Volt! I am using 2 of the AW 3.7 volt protected 16340 batts (750 mAh Lithium) and I do not yet know the full range of available voltage adjustment(s). I have been moderately vaping with it, starting at 5.2 volts, for about 4 hours and it now meters at 5.15 volts. So I have experienced only .05 volt drop after 4 hours of vaping.
While I have done some preliminary research into VariVolt, electrical connectivity is NOT my forte. I posted some of my speculations and hopes for Variable Volt adjustability in another thread (portions copied below) and, based on my first couple hours of use with THIS device, I am beginning to think those speculations were very close to what I will ENJOY with VariVolt.
Sir Lawrence has done a nice job of integrating the adjustment control into the device. It is counter-sunk in a hole near the top of the device. The hole is designed to exactly match the vent holes near the bottom so the appearance is seamless. Sir Lawrence includes a nice little double-headed key-chain screw driver to make the adjustment. He has ALSO made another nice little add-on: a threaded connection for attaching a multi-meter. This is a neat little 510 adapter which he has attached black and red meter leads with alligator clips for easy attachment to the positive and negative leads on a multimeter - for easy voltage readings and/or monitoring adjustments. I believe S.L. will be selling an inexpensive multimeter as an option but these parts (adjustment screwdriver and meter adapter connection) are probably included with the device.
So, Saber Touch is growing anf maturing and the device not only functions better - it LOOKS better too. Here are some pics and I will continue my comments after the photos.
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So, when I called Sir Lawrence to ask if I could post my first impressions, I asked a few questions. What I learned is that THIS device is completely sealed. This means that even the voltage adjustment is completely sealed and there is (according to S.L.) no way for ANY juice to leak into the device. I found this comforting as I have seen other VV devices that do not have completely sealed electrical components. while I learned a few other points, I want to work with the device before getting into anything else.
So, below is a piece from my post speculating and outlining my hopes for VariVolt based on my prior research, experience with my other mods and attys and what I am hoping to experience and enjoy with options available with Variable Voltage feature:
As a fairly accomplished researcher, vaping HAS become a hobby for me as well as gotten me off analogs. Obviously, I am thrilled about being off the analogs but now I delve into the nuances of vaping. I have a bunch of different mods at different voltages. I have tried most of the more available attys and in most of the various ohms variations. I have quite a collection of devices, attys and juices.
Two things I have learned (amongst others) is that voltages are not consistent and the various models of attys, even if the same ohms, each have their own "personalities" - if you will. Further, 8 watts on LR is NOT the same to me as 8 watts HV.
One easy example is my preferred 302 atty. I absolutely LUV this atty on 5V. BUT, 5V is not always 5V. I have 4 different 5V devices and no two hit the same. Of these, 2 use regulators: 5V Journeyman and 5V Saber Touch. The GLV2 uses resistor to get 5V and the Puresmoker v2 5V PT is hardwired. The 302 atty performs differently on each of these devices. Some are perfect while others are off a bit - enough to notice it is not THAT sweet spot that I enjoy on others. Some are just a bit too cool and others get just a bit too hot; so, I am guessing that .2 or .3 watts can actually make a significant difference in atty performance. While I suspect amps are contributing, I cannot manipulate them so I am hoping to make small adjustments to find the maximum enjoyment for the "personality" of the 302 and other attys.
Additionally, I have found that a 3.3 ohm 901 atty does not have the same "personality" as a 3.3 ohm BE510 atty or as an 801 or BE112 and I hope to tweak the performance of each with VV.
Having a large collection of attys, and knowing my preferred watts level is 8-ish watts, how do I get to 8-ish watts with a 2.5 ohm atty? If I can dial in about 4.4/4.5 volts I should get that 8-ish watts from a 2.5 ohms 510. Not all attys are exact in their ohms ratings either as they can vary up to +/- .3 ohms. I have some that meter at 3.1 ohms, 3.2 ohms, 3.3. LRs can vary from 1.5 to 1.9 or 2.0 ohms.
I realize many use the VV to find their own personal "sweet spot" and tend to just leave it there but the feature does provide opportunity for additional experimentation. So, while I may find this is all for naught, I am hoping to find "nuances" with VV that I might not otherwise enjoy.
All I can say is that after a couple hours with this feature, I think my hopes and speculations may well be fulfilled. I was able to dial in the perfect sweet spot for my preferred 302 atty. For now, I am leaving it set at 5.2 volts to see how it does over the charge cycle of the batts (watching for drop-off, etc.). In time, I will try other slight voltage variations and voltage variations with different style attys.
I do not know enough about the functionality but I suspect a variable volt potentiometer involves moving parts (probably true for ANY VV feature) that are subject to wear over time and with use (meaning the more the adjustment gets turned/changed the more wear on this moving part). I suspect these "dials" (read adjustment wheel, screw, etc.) probably have some lifespan. Sir Lawrence has been choosing quality components for his mods so I hope this one (and only) moving part has a long lifespan - cuz the little bugger is SEALED into the device!
So, that's pretty much it for now. My first impression is a big fat smile on my face! Check back for updates and watch the Vapor Moon Sub-forum for official announcement of the final release of the VARIABLE VOLT SABER TOUCH! Vapor Moon
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You can easily create your own "piece of paper" list of volt settings using a simple formula. However, Sir Lawrence is right in that attys are not necessarily consistent (remember each can vary up to +/- .3 ohms). So you if you want to be as close as possible, you will still have to meter test your attys and use the meter to set the device. The meter attachment that Sir Lawrence includes with the device is not necessary but it IS quick and easy to use and makes connecting a meter easier. If you have not used a multimeter to measure volts at connector, the agility can be a bit awkward. The meter leads are pointy and you have to hold them at specific points in the connector (center of positive terminal and on negative threads) while touching the touch sensor and endcaps. It is doable but awkward as it can be tricky to hold the leads in the right places without them moving. It takes all of about 5 seconds to thread on this little attachment and connect the alligator clips to the meter leads.Dumb question about the VV. Are there detents or something that allows for the voltage to be selected without having to resort to the special atty with leads and pulling out a meter?
I'm sort of picturing a piece of paper with notes like:
reg 901 : 4.5V
LR 901: 4.0 V
reg 510: 4.8 V
and when changing atomizer I'd be dialing in the correct voltage for that style atomizer.
