Hi Vaping Underground members, In this review i take a look at the ESPION Tour 220W TC Kit with Cubis Max from Joyetech. The ESPION Tour 220W TC Kit with Cubis Max was supplied for the purpose of this review by Ella from Joyetech.
http://www.joyetech.com/product/espion-tour-cubis-max/
https://www.joyetech.com/online/joyetech...r-kit.html
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In the Box
Contents:
1 x ESPION Tour (no cell)
1 x CUBIS Max atomizer
2 x NCFilm heater
1 x QC USB cable
2 x Manual
1 x Warranty card
2 x Warning card
Spare parts
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Espion Tour device and Cubis Max tank are packed in separate packaging and then has a sleeve over both to complete the kit. I received the White version, it's also available in Green, Red, Blue and Black, the Red, Blue and Green versions have a tie dye type finish and all versions come with a Black Cubis Max tank. The device is moulded plastic so won't be for everyone but is made well and seems as sturdy as a plastic device can be. Both sides have a panel in the colour of choice with the chassis on all versions being Black. The panels bulge out to have a central ridge on the diagonal, they also have grooving which gives the device good grip when handling. The edging is nicely curved and the device feels comfortable in the hand when firing. One side of the device see's the panel house the screen top right and further down we have the up and down buttons on a large rocker followed by the micro USB port. The other side panel is removable to fit your batteries, the spine is featureless apart from "ESPION TOUR" lightly etched. The face of the device has a large switch style fire button at the top and towards the bottom "JOYETECH" again lightly etched. The base has etched safety stamps and venting and moving to the top we have a raised 510 plate to one side, the 510 is Gold plated and spring loaded.
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Cubis Max Specs and Features:
Diameter: 28.0mm
Height: 48mm
Capacity: 5ml
Heater: Joyetech NCFilmTM Heater (Kanthal) (Best at 35W-45W)
New Concept Coil-less Atomizer with 5ml Large E-liquid Capacity
Innovative Joyetech NCFilmTM Heater
Larger Heating Area for Great Flavor
Durable Long Lifespan
Easy Slide Top Refill and Bottom Airflow System
Thread: 510
Colour: Matte Black, Sky Blue, Gold, Silver, Dazzling
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The NCFilm Heater
Instead of a coil as we know it the Cubis Max uses the new NCFilm heater which actually is a coil but flattened out. From the name and the picture no prizes for working out it's a thin NotchCoil that has been flattened out and not that dissimilar to the stovecoil idea but rather than circular this is rectangular and not pre-wicked so you can change the wicking time and time again making full use of the NCFilm heater longevity. Also the NCFilm is not relying on the tilt of the tank to saturate the cotton as it's placed in the base of the tank with cotton placed underneath so liquid saturates the cotton in a more traditional fashion.
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Cubis Max Overview
Starting at the top of the tank we have a delrin drip tip which is a standard 510 fitting so you will be able to use your own 510's. The Cubis Max is top-fill and on top of the tank is a clear arrow which shows you where to push for the top to slide it open, it clicks into position once fully open revealing a single and quite small juice port so a bit of patience is needed when filling. The Base of the tank is where this differs from others, when you unscrew the base from the tank the 510 is left on the tank, you now pull the 510 which pulls out a circular section. The inner side of this circular section is ceramic and has a rectangular cutout which is where a rectangular piece of cotton needs to be placed to wick the NCFilm (included with the kit are several pre-cut pieces of cotton). looking inside the base of the tank you will see the NCFilm screwed into place via 2 small screws (when unscrewing the NCFilm you have to be careful not to lose the screws and again a bit of patience is needed when trying to screw the NCFilm back into position (i wish the screws were bigger)). Above and below the NCFilm are slots for the juice in the tank to travel through to wick your cotton, when placing the circular ceramic section back into the base of the tank there is a little notch on the side and corresponding cutout on the base so the section slots into the correct position. Before putting the base section back together prime the cotton, then you can place the circular section back into place, screw the bottom back on to the tank then fill.
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Espion Tour Specs and Features:
Size: 48 x 33 x 92mm
Battery: Dual high rate 18650 cells (CDR ≥ 25A)
Screen: 0.96-inch OLED display
Output: 1-220W
Modes: POWER/TEMP(NI/TI/SS)/TCR
Resistance range: 0.05-1.5ohm for TEMP/TCR mode;
0.05-3.5ohm for POWER mode
Max charging current: 2.0A
Max output current: 50A
Max output voltage: 9V
Lightweight but powerful TC MOD with exquisite design
Multiple protections for safety vaping
Upgradeable firmware
2A quick charge
Thread: spring-loaded 510
Colour: White, Green, Red, Blue, Black
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Fitting The Batteries
The Espion Tour uses dual 18650 batteries which are fitted by removing the side panel. There is a little interlocked notch to get your fingernail under to help remove the panel which reveals a neat and tidy battery compartment but yet again Black on Black orientation. No issues at all with the panel it snaps in place very securely and there is no play whatsoever.
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The Display
The Display is 0.96" which suits the style of the device and is big enough, all information can be easily read as the display is bright and sharp. The main screen displays the mode top left and mode unit top right, underneath is your wattage or temperature (if in temp control). Then we have the resistance of your coil followed by left your volts (wattage when in temp control) and right amps (this can be changed in the subpara section of the menu to puffs or total time vaped). Finally at the bottom of the display we have two battery status indicators.
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Review Continued Below:
http://www.joyetech.com/product/espion-tour-cubis-max/
https://www.joyetech.com/online/joyetech...r-kit.html
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In the Box
Contents:
1 x ESPION Tour (no cell)
1 x CUBIS Max atomizer
2 x NCFilm heater
1 x QC USB cable
2 x Manual
1 x Warranty card
2 x Warning card
Spare parts
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Espion Tour device and Cubis Max tank are packed in separate packaging and then has a sleeve over both to complete the kit. I received the White version, it's also available in Green, Red, Blue and Black, the Red, Blue and Green versions have a tie dye type finish and all versions come with a Black Cubis Max tank. The device is moulded plastic so won't be for everyone but is made well and seems as sturdy as a plastic device can be. Both sides have a panel in the colour of choice with the chassis on all versions being Black. The panels bulge out to have a central ridge on the diagonal, they also have grooving which gives the device good grip when handling. The edging is nicely curved and the device feels comfortable in the hand when firing. One side of the device see's the panel house the screen top right and further down we have the up and down buttons on a large rocker followed by the micro USB port. The other side panel is removable to fit your batteries, the spine is featureless apart from "ESPION TOUR" lightly etched. The face of the device has a large switch style fire button at the top and towards the bottom "JOYETECH" again lightly etched. The base has etched safety stamps and venting and moving to the top we have a raised 510 plate to one side, the 510 is Gold plated and spring loaded.
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Cubis Max Specs and Features:
Diameter: 28.0mm
Height: 48mm
Capacity: 5ml
Heater: Joyetech NCFilmTM Heater (Kanthal) (Best at 35W-45W)
New Concept Coil-less Atomizer with 5ml Large E-liquid Capacity
Innovative Joyetech NCFilmTM Heater
Larger Heating Area for Great Flavor
Durable Long Lifespan
Easy Slide Top Refill and Bottom Airflow System
Thread: 510
Colour: Matte Black, Sky Blue, Gold, Silver, Dazzling
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The NCFilm Heater
Instead of a coil as we know it the Cubis Max uses the new NCFilm heater which actually is a coil but flattened out. From the name and the picture no prizes for working out it's a thin NotchCoil that has been flattened out and not that dissimilar to the stovecoil idea but rather than circular this is rectangular and not pre-wicked so you can change the wicking time and time again making full use of the NCFilm heater longevity. Also the NCFilm is not relying on the tilt of the tank to saturate the cotton as it's placed in the base of the tank with cotton placed underneath so liquid saturates the cotton in a more traditional fashion.
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Cubis Max Overview
Starting at the top of the tank we have a delrin drip tip which is a standard 510 fitting so you will be able to use your own 510's. The Cubis Max is top-fill and on top of the tank is a clear arrow which shows you where to push for the top to slide it open, it clicks into position once fully open revealing a single and quite small juice port so a bit of patience is needed when filling. The Base of the tank is where this differs from others, when you unscrew the base from the tank the 510 is left on the tank, you now pull the 510 which pulls out a circular section. The inner side of this circular section is ceramic and has a rectangular cutout which is where a rectangular piece of cotton needs to be placed to wick the NCFilm (included with the kit are several pre-cut pieces of cotton). looking inside the base of the tank you will see the NCFilm screwed into place via 2 small screws (when unscrewing the NCFilm you have to be careful not to lose the screws and again a bit of patience is needed when trying to screw the NCFilm back into position (i wish the screws were bigger)). Above and below the NCFilm are slots for the juice in the tank to travel through to wick your cotton, when placing the circular ceramic section back into the base of the tank there is a little notch on the side and corresponding cutout on the base so the section slots into the correct position. Before putting the base section back together prime the cotton, then you can place the circular section back into place, screw the bottom back on to the tank then fill.
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Espion Tour Specs and Features:
Size: 48 x 33 x 92mm
Battery: Dual high rate 18650 cells (CDR ≥ 25A)
Screen: 0.96-inch OLED display
Output: 1-220W
Modes: POWER/TEMP(NI/TI/SS)/TCR
Resistance range: 0.05-1.5ohm for TEMP/TCR mode;
0.05-3.5ohm for POWER mode
Max charging current: 2.0A
Max output current: 50A
Max output voltage: 9V
Lightweight but powerful TC MOD with exquisite design
Multiple protections for safety vaping
Upgradeable firmware
2A quick charge
Thread: spring-loaded 510
Colour: White, Green, Red, Blue, Black
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Fitting The Batteries
The Espion Tour uses dual 18650 batteries which are fitted by removing the side panel. There is a little interlocked notch to get your fingernail under to help remove the panel which reveals a neat and tidy battery compartment but yet again Black on Black orientation. No issues at all with the panel it snaps in place very securely and there is no play whatsoever.
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The Display
The Display is 0.96" which suits the style of the device and is big enough, all information can be easily read as the display is bright and sharp. The main screen displays the mode top left and mode unit top right, underneath is your wattage or temperature (if in temp control). Then we have the resistance of your coil followed by left your volts (wattage when in temp control) and right amps (this can be changed in the subpara section of the menu to puffs or total time vaped). Finally at the bottom of the display we have two battery status indicators.
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Review Continued Below:
