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ORCHID MODIFICATION THREAD
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New on FT, two-piece chimney for V4 and up.
New on FT, 22mm diameter SS tank for V4 and up.
No more having to shorten Taifun GT SS tanks to fit.
Of course, this fits Kayfun too.
No more having to shorten Taifun GT SS tanks to fit.
Of course, this fits Kayfun too.
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I know you wrote this a while ago, but you might still be interested. Check out post #653 above.
Borrowing your thread TheWestPole.
Big Buddha modifications are done. Sorted out the airflow, which is 2.4mm all the way to deck where it narrows down to 1-1.1mm. Took the positive block out, drilled the airholes with a 2mm bit and put it back together. Maybe enough room for 2.5mm holes, but this is good for now. Now its the way it should be. A bit more air than stock orchids. Didn't have to mess with the juice channels, wicks fine with 50/50 juice.
Big Buddha modifications are done. Sorted out the airflow, which is 2.4mm all the way to deck where it narrows down to 1-1.1mm. Took the positive block out, drilled the airholes with a 2mm bit and put it back together. Maybe enough room for 2.5mm holes, but this is good for now. Now its the way it should be. A bit more air than stock orchids. Didn't have to mess with the juice channels, wicks fine with 50/50 juice.
Not to rehash an old thread but I just had to order a new insulator myself from avid Vapor for my v4. I was running at 1ohm and apparently I dry burned it a little too long.
Well, the price is right. Not sure about the material.
http://101vape.com/orchid-clone/423-orchid-clone-insulator-set.html
http://101vape.com/orchid-clone/423-orchid-clone-insulator-set.html
They do seem to be the same as stock, which I think are Nylon, not Delrin, based on handling and trimming them. Not certain though. I would have to torch one to see, and haven't been willing to make that sacrifice yet.
Though I haven't melted an insulator yet, at this price it's not a bad idea to have a few spare sets, no?
thanks for posting this. i singed my insulator on both sides. nothing major at all- i didnt even taste it. BUT, i can see spares coming in handy. the insulator is just too close to the air holes. its hard to find a balance between having your coils close enough to the air hole, yet far enough from the insulator. i may have to end up reducing my coil diameter.
i like the fat daddy delrin. you still have to cut to size but can take the heat.
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what should i look for? when i replaced my originals w/the peek insulators, i had to heat the positive pin to get that insulator off & happened to get a little warmer than i was aware.. haha, i'll see about taking some pics once i'm homeThey do seem to be the same as stock, which I think are Nylon, not Delrin, based on handling and trimming them. Not certain though. I would have to torch one to see, and haven't been willing to make that sacrifice yet.
Though I haven't melted an insulator yet, at this price it's not a bad idea to have a few spare sets, no?
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I've been running delrin that I made and they seem to be working good. I've been expiramenting a lot with coil placement lately and have had mine very close to the deck with no ill consequences. Anyone familiar with using acetal? Much like delrin.
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got home & spaced on getting pics of my burnt insulator.
however, fasttech emailed this am to let me know my order containing the orchid v6 w/glass tank has shipped!
looking fwd to see how this new version stacks up to the v4.
however, fasttech emailed this am to let me know my order containing the orchid v6 w/glass tank has shipped!
looking fwd to see how this new version stacks up to the v4.
Acetal is the generic name of the polymer made by several manufacturers; Delrin is Dupont's trademark name. Same basic chemistry. Like polycarbonate and Lexan.
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Right, though it is generally very brittle by comparison to Delrin and Nylon. Would likely crack if you tightened your center pin too much.
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New on FT, V6 Glass (AKA Style C) components.
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2044805-replacement-top-cap-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2030800-replacement-glass-tank-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1/10009751/2044803-replacement-chimney-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2044804-replacement-base-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009514/2030700-orchid-v6-style-rta-rebuildable-tank-atomizer
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2044805-replacement-top-cap-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2030800-replacement-glass-tank-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1/10009751/2044803-replacement-chimney-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009751/2044804-replacement-base-for-orchid-v6-rta
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10009514/2030700-orchid-v6-style-rta-rebuildable-tank-atomizer
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http://www.fasttech.com/products/1/10009751/2044803-replacement-chimney-for-orchid-v6-rta
Chimneys there too lol
Chimneys there too lol
Whoops, missed that. Thanks @alex31804.
Hope you don't mind if I re-post above to complete the visual guide.
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Not a problem bud! @TheWestPole
New on FT. Foggy colors.
I prefer foggy over glossy, so great. Why these are Orchid and the others Kayfun, who knows.
I prefer foggy over glossy, so great. Why these are Orchid and the others Kayfun, who knows.
My V6 Glass ordered 12/22, shipped 12/26. Too bad I won't be in town when it arrives.
Will see when they rename these as Kayfun tanks.
I just figure, that because the Orchids are more popular now AND they just released the v6, dey gonna cash in..
In my experience, those have been the ones that don't get broken. I shit you not. BTW, I have a spare I don't need. You're welcome to it.
That would make twisted sense...lol
Wow, that is super nice of you...but it would probably cost you more in shipping than if I just bought one. And, I don't actually NEED one, I just hate wasting the pretty SS rings I bought.
Other than FT, where would be the best place to buy one though? It's only a few bucks eh..
I checked IBTanked and don't see any...odd. Must be under custom tubes.
That would make twisted sense...lol
Wow, that is super nice of you...but it would probably cost you more in shipping than if I just bought one. And, I don't actually NEED one, I just hate wasting the pretty SS rings I bought.
Other than FT, where would be the best place to buy one though? It's only a few bucks eh..
I checked IBTanked and don't see any...odd. Must be under custom tubes.
Glass only? eBay, otherwise $$$ for IBT custom, or buy a set with rings from 101vape.
www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Size-Replacement-Kayfun-Glass-Tank-2-Pack-w-5-O-Rings-Ships-Fast-Free-/221576230974?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3396f8f83e
http://101vape.com/rebuildable-atom...sian-orchid-quart-kit-nano-and-full-size.html
Thanks!
Hmm, a bit spendy for a single tube.
I found them at KP for $4.95 for just the KF full glass tube, but it's OOS of course...
http://www.kidneypuncher.com/kayfun-quartz-full-size-replacement-glass/
Thanks!
Hmm, a bit spendy for a single tube.
I found them at KP for $4.95 for just the KF full glass tube, but it's OOS of course...
http://www.kidneypuncher.com/kayfun-quartz-full-size-replacement-glass/
Wasn't the eBay 2 for $10 plus free shipping? Anyway, I'm out for the night. Cheers.
Oh yeah, it's a good deal and I appreciate you finding it.
I just don't want to spend $10 on it right now. I'd rather buy other stuff that I DO need first.
FWIW, here's a decent price on a single tube shipped free from the U.S.
Not as cheap as KP, but free shipping...
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You're gonna want that 2 for $10 and the o-rings deal.. Best bang for the buck in the US.
Well, I went and did this....more parts to play with.
Should arrive about the same time as my Orchid v4 from the contest win.
I figure, if the glass doesn't get broke this time, I'll have two colors of rings and the glass for 'em. Plus, lots of fun things I can do with that pMMA setup.
And, it'll look luxe on my on-the-way purple wood and brass Fairy mod I picked up for $23 shipped.
(the one on the far left is like what I'm getting. It's 25mm, so the orchid will have lots of room)
Should arrive about the same time as my Orchid v4 from the contest win.
I figure, if the glass doesn't get broke this time, I'll have two colors of rings and the glass for 'em. Plus, lots of fun things I can do with that pMMA setup.
And, it'll look luxe on my on-the-way purple wood and brass Fairy mod I picked up for $23 shipped.
(the one on the far left is like what I'm getting. It's 25mm, so the orchid will have lots of room)
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Fasttech vapemail arrived today along with 2 of the 3 parts of my new stealth mod
Taifun nano cap, Taifun nano tank, v3 Orchid and an Ignition mount for the 18350 mod I have on the way. Already tested it on my box mod, vapes great and no leaks
Only challenge was slight modification on the cap to accept the chimney and keep the vacuum intact. Fun times!
Taifun nano cap, Taifun nano tank, v3 Orchid and an Ignition mount for the 18350 mod I have on the way. Already tested it on my box mod, vapes great and no leaks
Only challenge was slight modification on the cap to accept the chimney and keep the vacuum intact. Fun times!
Fasttech vapemail arrived today along with 2 of the 3 parts of my new stealth mod
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Taifun nano cap, Taifun nano tank, v3 Orchid and an Ignition mount for the 18350 mod I have on the way. Already tested it on my box mod, vapes great and no leaks
Only challenge was slight modification on the cap to accept the chimney and keep the vacuum intact. Fun times!
Nice. I'm a big fan of the Taifun GT top cap. Well worth the effort to adapt it IMO.
Have you seen these things? Handy as atty spacers for side-by-side rigs. They have quite a variety now.
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Oh that's a great idea!
I need to solve another problem with the ignition and that is that the pin is VERY deep in it and it doesn't seem exactly adjustable. I should have gotten 2 so I could take one apart
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@TheWestPole If you get one of those heat dissipation caps could you measure the voltage drop? I hear tales of woe with that and those on that but would like conformation. I have some ideas for those suckers if the VD isn't too bad
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I actually used an X-acto blade to carve a channel into the plastic and put an o-ring in there much like the original Orchid cap. It took a lot of patience and be VERY careful it's a damn sharp knife.
Hmmm... next time you are replacing the wick can you snap a pic and share?
Not sure where you are cutting for the oring. Assuming the pipe gets cut off with a dremel, next step is what I am unsure of. Thanx.
That look is hawt... need it
I am well versed in slicing fingers with a hobby knife over the years
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Ok, so just cut the post. Carve a slot out of the base of the cap for an oring to push up into like the OG orchid top cap. Didn't like that design but it may be worth going back to for the nano cap.
Not sure where you are cutting for the oring. Assuming the pipe gets cut off with a dremel, next step is what I am unsure of. Thanx.
That look is hawt... need it
I am well versed in slicing fingers with a hobby knife over the years
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Ok, so just cut the post. Carve a slot out of the base of the cap for an oring to push up into like the OG orchid top cap. Didn't like that design but it may be worth going back to for the nano cap.
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Atty pin is NOT adjustable. Here's my post when I first got my Ignition:
http://vapingunderground.com/threads/mechanical-pics.2413/page-7#post-219246
A couple of shots of the construction:
I had issues with the innards on mine. Going to retrofit a Fatdaddy spring-loaded core on the atty side, and a more secure adjustable pin on the mod side. FIY, the bottom cap is a slip fit with a little bit of glue. If you unscrew the mod connector pin and plate you can gain access to tap the bottom cap free.
@TheWestPole If you get one of those heat dissipation caps could you measure the voltage drop? I hear tales of woe with that and those on that but would like conformation. I have some ideas for those suckers if the VD isn't too bad
Okay, will check. A couple of aluminum ones are waiting at home, but I won't be back to check them out for 10 days.