Hi Vaping Underground members, In this review i take a look at the Chronus Shikra Kit from Sigelei. The Sigelei Chronus Shikra Kit was supplied for the purpose of this review by Jolly from Buyecigkits.
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Introduction
The Chronus Shikra is Sigelei's higher end version of the Chronus having a brushed Stainless Steel body rather than Aluminium Alloy. Their is also a Gem version which has artificial Gems on the screens frame to add a bit of bling but in my opinion ruins the look but then that's subjective. the Shikra version also has TFR and a few minor operating differences to the standard Chronus version but for the most part is the same device.
The device has a very easy to use interface and a joystick control that has been implemented well and newer retail versions also come with new firmware that includes a child protective passcode lock.
In this kit it comes paired with the Shikra Tank that uses the same coils as the Sobra and with the spare 510 connector fitted will also accommodate Moonshot coils, so let's give the Chronus Shikra Kit a good look!
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In The Box
Contents:
1 x Sigelei Chronus Mod
1 x Sigelei Shikra Sub-Ohm Tank (5.5ml / 2ml TPD)
1 x MS-H SUS316L 0.2ohm Coil Atomizer Head (Pre-installed)
1 x MS SUS316L 0.25ohm Coil Atomizer Head
1 x Replacement Glass (3.5ml)
1 x Micro USB Cable
1 x Set of Spare Parts
1 x Warranty Card
2 x Manual
1 x Passcode information
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Tank and Mod come in separate plain cardboard boxes which then has an outer cardboard sleeve to complete the packaging. The device has a brushed Stainless Steel body then top, base, fire button and screen and joystick frames that are Zinc Alloy and the metallic colour of choice. I received the Blue Stainless version and all versions come with a matching Shikra Tank with nice looking Resin 510 drip tip. The colour options are Gold Stainless, Rainbow Stainless, Blue Stainless, Pink Stainless, Gunmetal Stainless, Crimson and Black Stainless, for some reason the Crimson colour has an Aluminium body unlike all other versions which are made from Stainless Steel.
The device feels a substantial weight in the hand but quite slender giving the impression it's a tall device when it's actually about average height, it also has tapered edging and feels very comfortable in the hand and a natural finger firer although also not awkward to fire with the thumb if that's what you prefer.
The face of the device has the round screen with metallic frame towards the top then further down also with a metallic frame a Gold coloured joystick, at the bottom of the face is the micro USB port followed by "SIGELEI" printed which looks out of place on this classy looking device. The reverse has a Blue logo and "SHIKRA" printed which is positioned quite central and in my opinion looks quite good. Both sides of the device are featureless apart on one side at the top we have a slightly protruding textured metallic fire button which has no rattle or sidewards movement but can be spun. The base is the battery hatch door which has both venting and printed safety marks, moving up top we have a centrally positioned air fed 510 plate which is raised ever so slightly to protect the finish but doesn't give visible gaping, the 510 is gold plated and spring loaded with a decent amount of travel. The device is very well made and both looks and feels high quality.
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Chronus Shikra 200W TC Box Mod Features:
Dimensions - 88.2mm by 44mm by 31mm
Material: Zinc Alloy + Stainless Steel (Red version Aluminium Alloy)
Dual High-Amp 18650 Batteries - Not Included
Wattage Output Range: 10-200W
Voltage Output Range: 1.0-7.52V
Resistance Range: 0.05-3.0ohm
Temperature Range: 100°-300°C / 200°-570°F
Ni200, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Compatibility
Temperature Control TFR Mode
POWER Mode
0.001s Instantaneous Firing Speed
Round 1.3" TFT Display Screen
Customizable User Interface
Intuitive Firing Button
5-Direction Plated Joystick
4-Digit PIN Lock
High Wattage Protection
Low Wattage Protection
Short Circuit Protection
High Temperature Protection
Battery Reverse Protection
Centred 510 Connection
Weight without batteries = 154g
Weight with installed batteries = 249g
Shikra 24mm Sub-Ohm Tank Features:
24mm Diameter
5.5ml Capacity
Compatible with Sigelei Moonshot 120 Glass Tank
Superior Stainless Steel Construction
Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
Threaded Top Fill System
Sigelei MS Coil Family
0.2ohm MS-H Coil - rated for 60-120W (pre-installed)
0.25ohm MS Coil - rated for 40-80W (included)
0.2ohm MS-M Mesh Coil - rated for 40-80W (not included)
Compatible with Other Branded Coils w/ Extra Pin
Lightly Knurled Bottom Airflow Control Ring
510 Widebore Resin Drip Tip
Colour Options: Gold Stainless, Rainbow Stainless, Blue Stainless, Pink Stainless, Gunmetal Stainless, Crimson, Black Stainless
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Shikra Sub-ohm Tank Overview
The Shikra is a nice looking tank and comes pre-installed with a 5.5ml bubble glass and also included is a 3.5ml straight spare glass, their are a few glass tubes compatible which are pictured below but no 2ml yet their is both an EU and TPD version of the kit so i can only assume a capacity reducing bung will be fitted. Up top we have a nice looking Resin 510 that is installed on a raised platform with nut design, the top-cap where it meets the tank is quite narrow but has aggressive fine knurling which gives good grip. The top-cap unscrews and the treading is super smooth but long and it takes quite a few turns to release it. We then have a metal plate with a very generous sized fill port which will accommodate any nozzle size while sill leaving room for air to escape. The base section is quite deep and has dual quite small cyclops, we have a pre-installed 0.2ohm Stainless Steel coil which is rated between 60-120w and as i have used both coils before with the Sobra i changed for the 0.25 Stainless Steel coil rated between 40-80w which i prefer. Their is also a 0.2ohm mesh coil available but not included which is also recommended between 40-80w. This is not the first Sigelei tank i have used where i have found the pre-installed coil done up so tight i needed to use pliers to loosen it (why do they need to fasten them that tight?) the coil gets screwed into the base and then screws into the chamber and air pipe section which is attached to the juice port plate. The glass is both sealed and secured top and bottom with o-rings, you also receive a different 510 pin which when you install it allows the tank to use Moonshot coils.
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Fitting the Batteries
The batteries are fitted by the common style bottom hatch door which you pull outwards and then up, i had no issues with the door which is sturdy and seems durable and fastens very securely. The device only accommodates dual 18650 batteries (would be much better if you could also use 21700) and orientation is marked on the door Gold on Black so is clearly visible, good job!
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The Display
The display is quite sparse and classy looking, certainly the opposite of cluttered yet the information you really need is on show. The UI that is used when you receive the device has a circular speedo type design with pointer that moves when you increase or decrease wattage or temperature depending which mode you are in. At the top we have a single battery status bar although in the next section i will cover how you can get feedback of both individual batteries, underneath this is the resistance. To the right of the display in a little circle we have the pre-heat you are using and then at the bottom of the display we have the wattage or temperature followed by the mode you are using. Their are 2 UI's and the other one is very similar with the main difference's being having the wattage/temperature positioned centrally in larger font and also the time is displayed digitally at the bottom. The screen is full colour yet colour is used very sparingly giving the display throughout including in the menu system a classy look.
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Review Continued Below:
https://www.buyecigkits.com/e-cig-kits/o...-shipping/
Introduction
The Chronus Shikra is Sigelei's higher end version of the Chronus having a brushed Stainless Steel body rather than Aluminium Alloy. Their is also a Gem version which has artificial Gems on the screens frame to add a bit of bling but in my opinion ruins the look but then that's subjective. the Shikra version also has TFR and a few minor operating differences to the standard Chronus version but for the most part is the same device.
The device has a very easy to use interface and a joystick control that has been implemented well and newer retail versions also come with new firmware that includes a child protective passcode lock.
In this kit it comes paired with the Shikra Tank that uses the same coils as the Sobra and with the spare 510 connector fitted will also accommodate Moonshot coils, so let's give the Chronus Shikra Kit a good look!
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In The Box
Contents:
1 x Sigelei Chronus Mod
1 x Sigelei Shikra Sub-Ohm Tank (5.5ml / 2ml TPD)
1 x MS-H SUS316L 0.2ohm Coil Atomizer Head (Pre-installed)
1 x MS SUS316L 0.25ohm Coil Atomizer Head
1 x Replacement Glass (3.5ml)
1 x Micro USB Cable
1 x Set of Spare Parts
1 x Warranty Card
2 x Manual
1 x Passcode information
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Aesthetics and Ergonomics
The Tank and Mod come in separate plain cardboard boxes which then has an outer cardboard sleeve to complete the packaging. The device has a brushed Stainless Steel body then top, base, fire button and screen and joystick frames that are Zinc Alloy and the metallic colour of choice. I received the Blue Stainless version and all versions come with a matching Shikra Tank with nice looking Resin 510 drip tip. The colour options are Gold Stainless, Rainbow Stainless, Blue Stainless, Pink Stainless, Gunmetal Stainless, Crimson and Black Stainless, for some reason the Crimson colour has an Aluminium body unlike all other versions which are made from Stainless Steel.
The device feels a substantial weight in the hand but quite slender giving the impression it's a tall device when it's actually about average height, it also has tapered edging and feels very comfortable in the hand and a natural finger firer although also not awkward to fire with the thumb if that's what you prefer.
The face of the device has the round screen with metallic frame towards the top then further down also with a metallic frame a Gold coloured joystick, at the bottom of the face is the micro USB port followed by "SIGELEI" printed which looks out of place on this classy looking device. The reverse has a Blue logo and "SHIKRA" printed which is positioned quite central and in my opinion looks quite good. Both sides of the device are featureless apart on one side at the top we have a slightly protruding textured metallic fire button which has no rattle or sidewards movement but can be spun. The base is the battery hatch door which has both venting and printed safety marks, moving up top we have a centrally positioned air fed 510 plate which is raised ever so slightly to protect the finish but doesn't give visible gaping, the 510 is gold plated and spring loaded with a decent amount of travel. The device is very well made and both looks and feels high quality.
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Chronus Shikra 200W TC Box Mod Features:
Dimensions - 88.2mm by 44mm by 31mm
Material: Zinc Alloy + Stainless Steel (Red version Aluminium Alloy)
Dual High-Amp 18650 Batteries - Not Included
Wattage Output Range: 10-200W
Voltage Output Range: 1.0-7.52V
Resistance Range: 0.05-3.0ohm
Temperature Range: 100°-300°C / 200°-570°F
Ni200, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Compatibility
Temperature Control TFR Mode
POWER Mode
0.001s Instantaneous Firing Speed
Round 1.3" TFT Display Screen
Customizable User Interface
Intuitive Firing Button
5-Direction Plated Joystick
4-Digit PIN Lock
High Wattage Protection
Low Wattage Protection
Short Circuit Protection
High Temperature Protection
Battery Reverse Protection
Centred 510 Connection
Weight without batteries = 154g
Weight with installed batteries = 249g
Shikra 24mm Sub-Ohm Tank Features:
24mm Diameter
5.5ml Capacity
Compatible with Sigelei Moonshot 120 Glass Tank
Superior Stainless Steel Construction
Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
Threaded Top Fill System
Sigelei MS Coil Family
0.2ohm MS-H Coil - rated for 60-120W (pre-installed)
0.25ohm MS Coil - rated for 40-80W (included)
0.2ohm MS-M Mesh Coil - rated for 40-80W (not included)
Compatible with Other Branded Coils w/ Extra Pin
Lightly Knurled Bottom Airflow Control Ring
510 Widebore Resin Drip Tip
Colour Options: Gold Stainless, Rainbow Stainless, Blue Stainless, Pink Stainless, Gunmetal Stainless, Crimson, Black Stainless
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Shikra Sub-ohm Tank Overview
The Shikra is a nice looking tank and comes pre-installed with a 5.5ml bubble glass and also included is a 3.5ml straight spare glass, their are a few glass tubes compatible which are pictured below but no 2ml yet their is both an EU and TPD version of the kit so i can only assume a capacity reducing bung will be fitted. Up top we have a nice looking Resin 510 that is installed on a raised platform with nut design, the top-cap where it meets the tank is quite narrow but has aggressive fine knurling which gives good grip. The top-cap unscrews and the treading is super smooth but long and it takes quite a few turns to release it. We then have a metal plate with a very generous sized fill port which will accommodate any nozzle size while sill leaving room for air to escape. The base section is quite deep and has dual quite small cyclops, we have a pre-installed 0.2ohm Stainless Steel coil which is rated between 60-120w and as i have used both coils before with the Sobra i changed for the 0.25 Stainless Steel coil rated between 40-80w which i prefer. Their is also a 0.2ohm mesh coil available but not included which is also recommended between 40-80w. This is not the first Sigelei tank i have used where i have found the pre-installed coil done up so tight i needed to use pliers to loosen it (why do they need to fasten them that tight?) the coil gets screwed into the base and then screws into the chamber and air pipe section which is attached to the juice port plate. The glass is both sealed and secured top and bottom with o-rings, you also receive a different 510 pin which when you install it allows the tank to use Moonshot coils.
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Fitting the Batteries
The batteries are fitted by the common style bottom hatch door which you pull outwards and then up, i had no issues with the door which is sturdy and seems durable and fastens very securely. The device only accommodates dual 18650 batteries (would be much better if you could also use 21700) and orientation is marked on the door Gold on Black so is clearly visible, good job!
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The Display
The display is quite sparse and classy looking, certainly the opposite of cluttered yet the information you really need is on show. The UI that is used when you receive the device has a circular speedo type design with pointer that moves when you increase or decrease wattage or temperature depending which mode you are in. At the top we have a single battery status bar although in the next section i will cover how you can get feedback of both individual batteries, underneath this is the resistance. To the right of the display in a little circle we have the pre-heat you are using and then at the bottom of the display we have the wattage or temperature followed by the mode you are using. Their are 2 UI's and the other one is very similar with the main difference's being having the wattage/temperature positioned centrally in larger font and also the time is displayed digitally at the bottom. The screen is full colour yet colour is used very sparingly giving the display throughout including in the menu system a classy look.
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