ZNA50 questions

[Wandermeyer]

Lately I've had my eye on the zna50 clone, any input on which is better (Cloupor vs Wotofo) or a good place to purchase it? I also wanted to try the Aspire Atlantis with it, would the zna50 clone be ok firing .5 ohm? And would sony VTC4/5 be ok as a battery choice?

EDIT: I've just read that there is a a couple other clones out there, one that is stainless steel and one that has the 18650 tube sit flush with the mod. Are these ones any better or worse than the afformentioned Cloupor and Wotofo ones? what are the differences?

EDIT: Any suggestions for 18500 batteries would be great as well since I don't have any of those!


Thanks for the help!

 

[KenD]

I have the Cloupor zna50 from fasttech and I've been really, really happy with it. However, the general opinion seems to be that three wotofo is better. Both should fire 0.5 ohm coils, though there's no point in using sub ohm coils on a regulated device, and as there's no step down circuitry the minimum wattage with a lower ohm coil will be quite high.

 

[Wandermeyer]

I have the Cloupor zna50 from Fasttech and I've been really, really happy with it. However, the general opinion seems to be that three wotofo is better. Both should fire 0.5 ohm coils, though there's no point in using sub ohm coils on a regulated device, and as there's no step down circuitry the minimum wattage with a lower ohm coil will be quite high.

I wasn't necessarily aiming to use sub ohm coils, theres just no other choice for the Atlantis, though I can always just use it on my nemesis. Is there any reason the wotofo is better? Just better machining and higher quality?

 

[KenD]

I wasn't necessarily aiming to use sub ohm coils, theres just no other choice for the Atlantis, though I can always just use it on my nemesis. Is there any reason the wotofo is better? Just better machining and higher quality?

OK. Both should handle 0.5 ohm coils without any problems. Regarding the wotofo being better, I have no idea and no comparative experience of the both. A number of people have reported having problems with the Cloupor. Then again, I've heard the same about the Wotofo.

 

[Pclarity]

I have a Wotofo 30 and I have a random clone 50. I like the random clone better due to the chip performing better and because it actually came with both tubes unlike the Wotofo. Additionally, I have issues with one of the watt control buttons on each. They don't reliably fire or the throw is hard. Otherwise they're both my current goto PVs. I've also heard fabulous reviews for the Robbot version as well. It all boils down to what you're willing to spend as they all perform well and should meet your stated needs.

 

[DaniB]

I have the Cloupor ZNA50 and it works great with the Atlantis. I haven't had any problems with it at all and I like the fact that it came with both tubes. My only complaint about this mod is the weight - it is really heavy.

 

[Wandermeyer]

I have the Cloupor ZNA50 and it works great with the Atlantis. I haven't had any problems with it at all and I like the fact that it came with both tubes. My only complaint about this mod is the weight - it is really heavy.

I don't think weight should be an issue for me, as my VTR is a bit of a beast itself lol.

 

[OlderNDirt]

I just picked up the ZNA 50 (I believe it to be Cloupor) with the Atlantis a few days ago as an upgrade from my MVP2 with Kanger Aerotank Mega. As an old fart with essential tremors, that heavy weight works quite nicely for me. The vapor and taste is a big step up. But best of all, I have already dropped my nic level from 18 to under 10. I even tried some at 6 for a day without any nic cravings. I can only hope this great upgrade doesn't get me thinking the next one will be even better yet.

 

[Wandermeyer]

I just picked up the ZNA 50 (I believe it to be Cloupor) with the Atlantis a few days ago as an upgrade from my MVP2 with Kanger Aerotank Mega. As an old fart with essential tremors, that heavy weight works quite nicely for me. The vapor and taste is a big step up. But best of all, I have already dropped my nic level from 18 to under 10. I even tried some at 6 for a day without any nic cravings. I can only hope this great upgrade doesn't get me thinking the next one will be even better yet.

Have you had any problems with yous thus far? Anything like in the FT reviews like the chip flashing the screen under 4.5V? or the 18500 tube not sitting flush?

 

[Warpigs]

Friend of mine has this mod. I have hit it, and it seemed great.

 

[DaniB]

Have you had any problems with yous thus far? Anything like in the FT reviews like the chip flashing the screen under 4.5V? or the 18500 tube not sitting flush?

I haven't had any problems with mine at all. No flashing screen and the 18500 tube sits flush. It is actually a really nice piece. I just wish it were a light lighter.

 

[Wandermeyer]

I haven't had any problems with mine at all. No flashing screen and the 18500 tube sits flush. It is actually a really nice piece. I just wish it were a light lighter.

Where did you pick yours up from and how much did you pay? If you don't mind me asking.

 

[OlderNDirt]

Have you had any problems with yous thus far? Anything like in the FT reviews like the chip flashing the screen under 4.5V? or the 18500 tube not sitting flush?

I don't see the screen when firing, but am using it a 22 watts and it shows 3.6 volts. When I hit the fire button, the ohm reading does flash, but not sure that is the same thing you are talking about. I have only used the 18650 tube, but the 18500 seems to fit nicely. There is no gap between the tube and the body and the bottom is perfectly even.

 

[DaniB]

Where did you pick yours up from and how much did you pay? If you don't mind me asking.

I got mine at my local B&M. I think I paid somewhere around $80. for it.

 

[KenD]

On mine the ohms do flash when firing below 4.6 volts. However, the device will still fire at battery voltage (no step down capability though).

 

[OlderNDirt]

On mine the ohms do flash when firing below 4.6 volts. However, the device will still fire at battery voltage (no step down capability though).

In looking for some help here, Ken, I assume (yeah, not a good thing) there is nothing dangerous when firing it in those conditions and when mine flashes and shows 3.6 volts, that would then be "battery voltage" (18650 batts). If so, it begs the question, am I getting less vaping quality operating it in that manner (using the Atlantis)?

Per instruction from my B&M, I started out at 20 Watts and could increase it from there as I desired, For me, going up from there to a high of 30 watts, it seemed to get harsher as I increased, so have settled in at 22 watts for now. Checking it now, I have to up it to 35 watts for the volts to show 4.5, I took a few hits and there didn't seem to be much throat hit or harshness. My vaping impression has been so far, the higher the wattage, the "harsher the vaoe". Has that impression been wrong and I am now experiencing "finding the sweet spot"?

Lastly, in regard to the lack of "step down capability", am I correct that that relates to an automatic limitation to power dependent on the resistance of the coil in use? In other words, if I have it set for 35 watts, put on my aerotank mega with 1.5 ohm coils, it will/may just burn out the coil rather then regulate to a level that will keep it from burning them out?

Sorry for the newbie questions, but it may be that I am destined to be a "newbie for life".

Thanks for your input and help.

 

[KenD]

In looking for some help here, Ken, I assume (yeah, not a good thing) there is nothing dangerous when firing it in those conditions and when mine flashes and shows 3.6 volts, that would then be "battery voltage" (18650 batts). If so, it begs the question, am I getting less vaping quality operating it in that manner (using the Atlantis)?

Per instruction from my B&M, I started out at 20 Watts and could increase it from there as I desired, For me, going up from there to a high of 30 watts, it seemed to get harsher as I increased, so have settled in at 22 watts for now. Checking it now, I have to up it to 35 watts for the volts to show 4.5, I took a few hits and there didn't seem to be much throat hit or harshness. My vaping impression has been so far, the higher the wattage, the "harsher the vaoe". Has that impression been wrong and I am now experiencing "finding the sweet spot"?

Lastly, in regard to the lack of "step down capability", am I correct that that relates to an automatic limitation to power dependent on the resistance of the coil in use? In other words, if I have it set for 35 watts, put on my aerotank mega with 1.5 ohm coils, it will/may just burn out the coil rather then regulate to a level that will keep it from burning them out?

Sorry for the newbie questions, but it may be that I am destined to be a "newbie for life".

Thanks for your input and help.

The flashing is simply an indicator that it's not firing as low as you've set the watts. For example, if you have a .5 ohm coil in your Atlantis and you're battery charge is 4v. You've set the watts at 20 so you need to fire at 3.16v to reach that wattage, but because the zna can't doesn't decrease the voltage below the battery charge you'll be firing at 4v and get 32 watts. The flashing indicates that it's firing higher than 20 watts, but it's not dangerous for you're device. The Atlantis should be able to handle 32 watts without any problems.

Hopefully that was semi-clear and not too confusing