Hi Vaping Underground members, In this review i take a look at the 80W Kroma-R with Zlide MTL Tank from Innokin. The Kroma-R Kit was supplied for the purpose of this review by Ella from Sourcemore.
https://www.sourcemore.com/innokin-kroma...-tank.html
Introduction
Innokin along with Aspire are possibly responsible for getting more people of the stinkies than any other vaping manufacturer and have earned themselves a great deal of respect especially as they have always treated vaping safety as a priority!
Here we have their latest Kroma device the Kroma-R paired up with the Zlide MTL Tank which is the successor to the Zenith and part of the platform series in collaboration with Phil Busardo and the VapinGreek.
The Kroma-R is constructed of premium Zinc Alloy and is a power only device boasting various power modes and pre-heat settings. It accommodates an 18650 battery and has a front fire bar with integrated navigational buttons and display, coming in 4 very nice colour options let's check out the Kroma-R with Zlide Kit!
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In The Box
Contents:
1 x Kroma-R device
1 x Zlide tank 4ml (2ml TPD)
1 x 1.2Ω z-head (installed)
1 x 0.8Ω z-head (spare)
1 x spare drip tip
1 x spare glass tube
1 x spare o-rings pack
1 x Micro USB charging cable
1 x Quick start guide
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Kroma-R Kit came in cardboard drawer style packaging which then opens up to reveal mod, tank and spare glass and coil in one side and paperwork with spares o-rings etc and USB cable in the other. I received the Bronze version which has a really nice brushed Bronze finish and comes with a Black Zlide Tank. The options are Black, Bronze, Gun metal or Steel, the Black has a matte finish while the other three versions have a really nice brushed finish.
The Kroma-R is taller than the previous Kroma-A which allows the accommodation of an 18650 battery and on the base we have a hinged battery door with catch. The device has a very ergonomic form factor and feels great in the hand, the spine is curved and has a textured inlay which has a rubber like coating. Base and top has a very shiny metallic finish which on mine is in Gun metal and we have a stainless Steel 510 plate which is raised an hair (will protect the finish but no visible gaping), the 510 is Gold plated and spring loaded with a medium throw.
On one side of the device we have "KROMA-R" and the other "INNOKIN", both embossed into the metal. The front has a Black fire bar which can be pressed anywhere on the top two thirds so ideal for the squeeze fire technique, the bar has both integrated navigational buttons and colour display, below the fire bar we have the micro USB port. I particularly like the round navigational buttons that line up vertically, protrude nicely and have an amber outer parameter which really sets them off but when shaking the device they do give slight rattle although not noticed during normal use.
Apart from the very slight rattle from the navigational buttons the build quality is superb and has a form factor which is very appealing to the eye (subjective).
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Zlide Tank Specs and Features:
Size: 24 x 48mm (TPD 22 x 46mm)
Capacity: 4ml (TPD 2ml)
Innokin's bestselling Z-Coils for great flavor
Child safety locking system for secure and easy filling
Replaceable glass tank section and silicone seal
Thread: 510
Colours: Black, Stainless Steel, Gun metal, Blue
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Zlide MTL Tank Overview
The Zlide MTL Tank is a progression of the Zenith Tank and takes the same Z-coils (if it ain't broke why fix it!) which along with the Nautilus coils are very much regarded as MTL benchmarks.
I received the 4ml Zlide but the TPD compliant kit comes with the 2ml option, Pre-installed we have the KA1 1.2ohm vertical round wire coil head rated between 10 to 14w and also included is the KA1 0.8ohm vertical round wire coil head rated between 15 to 18w, of course there are more options available. Also included is spare o-rings, fill port gasket, screws, spare glass and two 510 drip tips.
The drip tip that's pre-installed has a protruding section at the bottom, this is a child proof feature and stops the top of the tank being slid open to fill, first the drip tip needs removing. For those that really don't want this feature and find having to remove the drip tip every time they need to fill the tank a pain a standard 510 is also included allowing the top to slide open with the drip tip installed, of course you could fit your own if you prefer.
The fill port isn't the biggest so glass droppers are not suitable but gorilla nozzles etc are fine with space left to let air escape so no issues with backing up e-liquid when filling. There is an arrow showing where to push the top to slide open and then once filled slide the top shut.
The airflow control ring has a series of 4 small holes, all 4 open is quite a loose MTL draw while 1 gives a cigarette type pull, 2 and 3 holes open give more mid MTL draws.
The base of the tank houses the airflow control and the 510 threading itself is attached to the base of the coil and feeds through the central hole of the base. Like the Zenith the coils just get press fitted into place making swapping coils very quick.
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Kroma-R Specs and Features:
Material: Premium Zinc Alloy
Size: 131 x 40 x 26mm
Powered By Single High-Rate 18650 Battery(Sold Separately)
Output Power Range: 6-80W
Ultra-Fast Firing Speed Low To 0.003S
Working Modes: VW, VV, Taste Modes(Soft, Norm, Boost), Custom Curve, Bypass
Working Voltage: 1.0-7.5V
Cut Off Time: 3-18S
Max Output Current: 30A
Resistance Range: 0.05-3.5ohm
Large colour display screen
USB 2A fast charging
Integrated firing button
Hinged battery door
Thread: 510
Colours: Black, Bronze, Gun metal, Steel
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Fitting The Battery
The Kroma-R accommodates an 18650 which gets fitted via the bottom hinged door which has a sliding catch with grooves that needs sliding before lifting open, when closing just push the door down and the catch will automatically lock securely in place.
Battery orientation is marked very vibrantly at the bottom of the tubes and enough light gets into the compartment with the door open that the just embossed orientation on the underside of the door can be overlooked, i'm happy with this!
The door shuts very securely and has no movement and i experienced no battery rattle whatsoever, very good job!
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The Display
I really like the display, it's bright and sharp and is also colour but uses colour sparingly to still give a classy aesthetic look and unlike a few displays i have witnessed lately all font is in a good size making it no problem to read all the information given.
Top left we have a padlock icon and top right we have the battery status bar. Below we have the Wattage or Voltage depending which mode you are in and underneath this is the mode and any pre-heat information.
Bottom left we have first the duration of your puff and below the puff count which only goes up to 999 and then automatically resets, bottom right we first have the resistance and then finally the voltage below.
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Review Continued Below:
https://www.sourcemore.com/innokin-kroma...-tank.html
Introduction
Innokin along with Aspire are possibly responsible for getting more people of the stinkies than any other vaping manufacturer and have earned themselves a great deal of respect especially as they have always treated vaping safety as a priority!
Here we have their latest Kroma device the Kroma-R paired up with the Zlide MTL Tank which is the successor to the Zenith and part of the platform series in collaboration with Phil Busardo and the VapinGreek.
The Kroma-R is constructed of premium Zinc Alloy and is a power only device boasting various power modes and pre-heat settings. It accommodates an 18650 battery and has a front fire bar with integrated navigational buttons and display, coming in 4 very nice colour options let's check out the Kroma-R with Zlide Kit!
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In The Box
Contents:
1 x Kroma-R device
1 x Zlide tank 4ml (2ml TPD)
1 x 1.2Ω z-head (installed)
1 x 0.8Ω z-head (spare)
1 x spare drip tip
1 x spare glass tube
1 x spare o-rings pack
1 x Micro USB charging cable
1 x Quick start guide
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Kroma-R Kit came in cardboard drawer style packaging which then opens up to reveal mod, tank and spare glass and coil in one side and paperwork with spares o-rings etc and USB cable in the other. I received the Bronze version which has a really nice brushed Bronze finish and comes with a Black Zlide Tank. The options are Black, Bronze, Gun metal or Steel, the Black has a matte finish while the other three versions have a really nice brushed finish.
The Kroma-R is taller than the previous Kroma-A which allows the accommodation of an 18650 battery and on the base we have a hinged battery door with catch. The device has a very ergonomic form factor and feels great in the hand, the spine is curved and has a textured inlay which has a rubber like coating. Base and top has a very shiny metallic finish which on mine is in Gun metal and we have a stainless Steel 510 plate which is raised an hair (will protect the finish but no visible gaping), the 510 is Gold plated and spring loaded with a medium throw.
On one side of the device we have "KROMA-R" and the other "INNOKIN", both embossed into the metal. The front has a Black fire bar which can be pressed anywhere on the top two thirds so ideal for the squeeze fire technique, the bar has both integrated navigational buttons and colour display, below the fire bar we have the micro USB port. I particularly like the round navigational buttons that line up vertically, protrude nicely and have an amber outer parameter which really sets them off but when shaking the device they do give slight rattle although not noticed during normal use.
Apart from the very slight rattle from the navigational buttons the build quality is superb and has a form factor which is very appealing to the eye (subjective).
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Zlide Tank Specs and Features:
Size: 24 x 48mm (TPD 22 x 46mm)
Capacity: 4ml (TPD 2ml)
Innokin's bestselling Z-Coils for great flavor
Child safety locking system for secure and easy filling
Replaceable glass tank section and silicone seal
Thread: 510
Colours: Black, Stainless Steel, Gun metal, Blue
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Zlide MTL Tank Overview
The Zlide MTL Tank is a progression of the Zenith Tank and takes the same Z-coils (if it ain't broke why fix it!) which along with the Nautilus coils are very much regarded as MTL benchmarks.
I received the 4ml Zlide but the TPD compliant kit comes with the 2ml option, Pre-installed we have the KA1 1.2ohm vertical round wire coil head rated between 10 to 14w and also included is the KA1 0.8ohm vertical round wire coil head rated between 15 to 18w, of course there are more options available. Also included is spare o-rings, fill port gasket, screws, spare glass and two 510 drip tips.
The drip tip that's pre-installed has a protruding section at the bottom, this is a child proof feature and stops the top of the tank being slid open to fill, first the drip tip needs removing. For those that really don't want this feature and find having to remove the drip tip every time they need to fill the tank a pain a standard 510 is also included allowing the top to slide open with the drip tip installed, of course you could fit your own if you prefer.
The fill port isn't the biggest so glass droppers are not suitable but gorilla nozzles etc are fine with space left to let air escape so no issues with backing up e-liquid when filling. There is an arrow showing where to push the top to slide open and then once filled slide the top shut.
The airflow control ring has a series of 4 small holes, all 4 open is quite a loose MTL draw while 1 gives a cigarette type pull, 2 and 3 holes open give more mid MTL draws.
The base of the tank houses the airflow control and the 510 threading itself is attached to the base of the coil and feeds through the central hole of the base. Like the Zenith the coils just get press fitted into place making swapping coils very quick.
___________________________________________________________________
Kroma-R Specs and Features:
Material: Premium Zinc Alloy
Size: 131 x 40 x 26mm
Powered By Single High-Rate 18650 Battery(Sold Separately)
Output Power Range: 6-80W
Ultra-Fast Firing Speed Low To 0.003S
Working Modes: VW, VV, Taste Modes(Soft, Norm, Boost), Custom Curve, Bypass
Working Voltage: 1.0-7.5V
Cut Off Time: 3-18S
Max Output Current: 30A
Resistance Range: 0.05-3.5ohm
Large colour display screen
USB 2A fast charging
Integrated firing button
Hinged battery door
Thread: 510
Colours: Black, Bronze, Gun metal, Steel
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Fitting The Battery
The Kroma-R accommodates an 18650 which gets fitted via the bottom hinged door which has a sliding catch with grooves that needs sliding before lifting open, when closing just push the door down and the catch will automatically lock securely in place.
Battery orientation is marked very vibrantly at the bottom of the tubes and enough light gets into the compartment with the door open that the just embossed orientation on the underside of the door can be overlooked, i'm happy with this!
The door shuts very securely and has no movement and i experienced no battery rattle whatsoever, very good job!
___________________________________________________________________
The Display
I really like the display, it's bright and sharp and is also colour but uses colour sparingly to still give a classy aesthetic look and unlike a few displays i have witnessed lately all font is in a good size making it no problem to read all the information given.
Top left we have a padlock icon and top right we have the battery status bar. Below we have the Wattage or Voltage depending which mode you are in and underneath this is the mode and any pre-heat information.
Bottom left we have first the duration of your puff and below the puff count which only goes up to 999 and then automatically resets, bottom right we first have the resistance and then finally the voltage below.
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Review Continued Below: