VaporShark rDNA
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So your toothbrush uses Qi? Thats impressive. The one I have looks like it just plugs into a base, which is there own variation of a normal plug.
I don't think it was Qi as it was standarized 2 yrs ago but induction charging principle is the same. I had an Oral B rechargeable toothbrush that worked great for about 5-6 yrs and the internal NiCad battery died. I know it was NiCad because I took it apart
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I received my rDNA 30 and my DNA 30 from Vaporshark today. After reading about them not shipping with the vtc4 battery I opted to also order a sony vtc4 which was available for sale on their website.
Well...the rDNA 30 did in fact have the panasonic NCR18650B installed in the device...I open the generic white box that should contain the Sony vtc4 and what do I find...another damn Panasonic NCR18650B ...? The invoice clearly states Sony US18650vtc4.
I don't know if I should complain to Vaporshark or not. I don't do any sub-ohm vaping and will probably never get over 10 watts with a 1.8-2.0 ohm coil on a nautilus on this thing (using those batteries). I did buy a few of the xtar 2100 mah 30 amp batteries from RTD and that is what I'm currently using in it. I understand the xtar is basically a vtc4.
Well...the rDNA 30 did in fact have the panasonic NCR18650B installed in the device...I open the generic white box that should contain the Sony vtc4 and what do I find...another damn Panasonic NCR18650B ...? The invoice clearly states Sony US18650vtc4.
I don't know if I should complain to Vaporshark or not. I don't do any sub-ohm vaping and will probably never get over 10 watts with a 1.8-2.0 ohm coil on a nautilus on this thing (using those batteries). I did buy a few of the xtar 2100 mah 30 amp batteries from RTD and that is what I'm currently using in it. I understand the xtar is basically a vtc4.
Disappointing. I would return it for a full refund. They MIGHT work ok but I think these are 3.5 to 5 amp batteries.
Sorry that happened, but welcome to VaporShark. I only vape at low wattages and high resistance, but I still put my Panasonic away and purchased some Samsung 18650 25Rs. Even with the protection on those batteries, I still don't trust them, but that is me personally.
I'm happy I bought my 2 VTC5s when I did. Lol.
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It would be difficult since the boards are laid out differently...
I've been using for a while those panasonics on a diy dna30 box & they were doing ok.
My coils were from 1.5Ω to 2.5Ω, watts settings 10-15. No problem detected.. If i should try to go above 20W, board did reset after a few quick draws.
I know that VTC4s/5s could be better using high A settings, but panasonic worked well for me.
Well my rdna just died... I guess some juice leaked inside and I heard some hissing then the button got hot... Then no power... Removed the two screws and found a mess of juice inside..Guess it's time to send it in...
Apologies in advance if this has already been mentioned but does anyone know if the rDNA 40 is plagued with the same issue?
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That battery has a 6.8A limit. You are sure it is the 18650B and not the PF or BD?
If you guys haven't noticed, the channels cut into the top drain directly into the compartment that houses the board. No matter how careful you are, juice will eventually make its way in there unless you take some steps to prevent it.
Take the two Allen screws out and remove the cover, clean it with alcohol, run a bead of silicone around the lip and then replace the cover. Tighten the screws and then wipe the excess silicone off. Let it dry and no more juice will get in. The cover can still be removed later if need be. But if you open it you'll need to clean and apply silicone again. This doesn't permanently lock the cover on.
When I opened mine there was juice in there and I'm very careful with it and hardly ever use it. The shark skin also traps juice and squeezes it into the seams. Do yourself a favor and stop this leaking.
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Take the two Allen screws out and remove the cover, clean it with alcohol, run a bead of silicone around the lip and then replace the cover. Tighten the screws and then wipe the excess silicone off. Let it dry and no more juice will get in. The cover can still be removed later if need be. But if you open it you'll need to clean and apply silicone again. This doesn't permanently lock the cover on.
When I opened mine there was juice in there and I'm very careful with it and hardly ever use it. The shark skin also traps juice and squeezes it into the seams. Do yourself a favor and stop this leaking.
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Light green casing...NCR18650B right on the battery.
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Good to know. I figured it probably wouldn't be an issue with how I'm using the device. I'll just use them with a 1.8 ohm nautilus or aerotank and use the xtar/vtc4 for any rebuildable stuff.
Sorry, I had to ask. I have an rDNA 40 coming in, myself. I chose the Samsung option, but now I don't know what to expect.
It's pretty bad when manufacturers don't send you what you order, and much worse when they ship stuff that's no suitable for the device they make. That shows how much they know. Not much, imo.
Chris, I agree. I ordered the vtc4 incase they did include the Panasonic with the device. I'm thinking that maybe they don't have any vtc4's and substituted the Panasonic hoping I'd be ok with it....as it is more expensive on their website.
I would have preferred they sent an email asking if it was ok to substitute the panasonic battery...I probably would have said yes...I just don't like that they just sent it.
It could be an honest mistake...but after the recent issue they have had with other people regarding the batteries it just seems to be how they do business.
I've only had them for less than 24 hours right now. so far I do like both the rdna 30 and the little dna 30...I just really hope I don't have any problems with either device as I don't really want to deal with them again.
As for me picking up a rDNA 40...I'll probably wait and see what other manufacturers do with the new dna40 board.
I would have preferred they sent an email asking if it was ok to substitute the panasonic battery...I probably would have said yes...I just don't like that they just sent it.
It could be an honest mistake...but after the recent issue they have had with other people regarding the batteries it just seems to be how they do business.
I've only had them for less than 24 hours right now. so far I do like both the rdna 30 and the little dna 30...I just really hope I don't have any problems with either device as I don't really want to deal with them again.
As for me picking up a rDNA 40...I'll probably wait and see what other manufacturers do with the new dna40 board.
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