Little itty bitty mods under $100.

[duc916]

Do mech mods count? (I know, wrong forum, but it really deserves this thread)
I'm loving my new Kato clone. As far as I know it's the shortest, including the atty, 18650 mech mod you can get. I'm pretty sure it's even shorter than any 18350 tube mech, without being silly like an 18350 mech. This actually makes sense.

Kato Styled 18650 Mechanical Mod

This is my Kato with an Orchid V4 (with top-fill cap).

 

[SS stingray]

Great thread Kat !

Thanks keep adding as new ones come out. Has anyone got a heatvape defender yet ? My Cloupor mini will arrive today. I gotta quit buying all this stuff !! This thread won't help !!

 

[gerrymi]

If you ever "re-do" your list...here's a little "cleaner" link for the Smart-20:

Found 7 smart-20 at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

For egotism/OCD reasons...here's what I posted after your "first" list (on the iStick thread):

I've "looked at" most of them...

I've "eliminated" the VaporShark DNA30 from "my list" because it's barely under $100 ($99.99)

I've "eliminated" the Joyetech eGrip because I want to choose my battery and topper separately.

I've "eliminated" the IPV Mini because it's size is closer to a "Midi".

And I've "eliminated" the Cloupor Mini from "my list" because of it's 1 second delay when firing from Sleep.

Since Little itty bitty mods is in the title...it may be worthwhile to list some dimensions:

original-iStick 21mm X 32.8mm X 75mm (about $30)

30Watt-iStick 23mm X 32.5mm X 77mm (about $40)

Clouper Mini 22mm X 36mm X 77.5mm (about $49)

Smoktech Mini XPro M22 22mm X 38mm X 85mm (about $43)

Heatvape Defender 23mm X 35mm X 86mm (about $33)

Sigelei Mini 22mm X 36mm X 90.3mm (about $59)

IPV Mini 23mm X 40mm X 94mm (about $60)

 

[KTMRider]

I've "eliminated" the VaporShark DNA30 from "my list" because it's barely under $100 ($99.99)

That's too bad. It's the best mod on the list. And it will easily outlast them too.

Since Little itty bitty mods is in the title...it may be worthwhile to list some dimensions:

original-iStick 21mm X 32.8mm X 75mm (about $30)

30Watt-iStick 23mm X 32.5mm X 77mm (about $40)

Clouper Mini 22mm X 36mm X 77.5mm (about $49)

Smoktech Mini XPro M22 22mm X 38mm X 85mm (about $43)

Heatvape Defender 23mm X 35mm X 86mm (about $33)

Sigelei Mini 22mm X 36mm X 90.3mm (about $59)

IPV Mini 23mm X 40mm X 94mm (about $60)

VS DNA 30 21mm x 36mm x 74mm

 

[Katdarling]

Thank you, gerry! I did in fact edit the first post. When the ability to edit it ends, I'll post updates. Thank you also for the info on the dimensions. We'll continue to add those in to the updated lists as people provide them.

 

[Katdarling]

Do mech mods count? (I know, wrong forum, but it really deserves this thread)
I'm loving my new Kato clone. As far as I know it's the shortest, including the atty, 18650 mech mod you can get. I'm pretty sure it's even shorter than any 18350 tube mech, without being silly like an 18350 mech. This actually makes sense.

Kato Styled 18650 Mechanical Mod

This is my Kato with an Orchid V4 (with top-fill cap).
View attachment 402836

duc, mech mods "count" in terms of size, but I agree that they really need to be in their own dedicated thread. We're in the variable voltage area here, so I am not adding any to the list.

If anyone wants to mention one (like you did), certainly go for it! I'm sure it's appreciated.

 

[duc916]

duc, mech mods "count" in terms of size, but I agree that they really need to be in their own dedicated thread. We're in the variable voltage area here, so I am not adding any to the list.

If anyone wants to mention one (like you did), certainly go for it! I'm sure it's appreciated.

I agree completely. Mechs don't belong here. I think the Kato has so much ownage over any other short mech pretenders that there probably won't be any others posted in your thread, so I guess I did you a favor.

 

[oplholik]

Do mech mods count? (I know, wrong forum, but it really deserves this thread)
I'm loving my new Kato clone. As far as I know it's the shortest, including the atty, 18650 mech mod you can get. I'm pretty sure it's even shorter than any 18350 tube mech, without being silly like an 18350 mech. This actually makes sense.

Kato Styled 18650 Mechanical Mod

This is my Kato with an Orchid V4 (with top-fill cap).
View attachment 402836

I have been wanting one of these, and the only reason I don't get one is that I have so many mods now that I use all the time, I just can't make myself do it. I think it would be great with a Ehpro KFL clone. I'm assuming you like the quality of yours?

 

[duc916]

I love it so far but it's early days. The spring on the neg batt post is fairly thin and worrisome, but I put Ox-Gard on both the spring and 510 screw, hitting a 0.3 ohm dual Orchid (about 4 tanks through it so far) and no noticeable sag in the two springs. It hits like a beast with no undue heat anywhere, etc. I still want to fabricate a solid post for the negative side. It ain't broke, but I'm gonna fix it.

Sorry to hijack this thread.

 

[op22222]

If you ever "re-do" your list...here's a little "cleaner" link for the Smart-20:

Found 7 smart-20 at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

For egotism/OCD reasons...here's what I posted after your "first" list (on the iStick thread):

I've "looked at" most of them...

I've "eliminated" the VaporShark DNA30 from "my list" because it's barely under $100 ($99.99)

I've "eliminated" the Joyetech eGrip because I want to choose my battery and topper separately.

I've "eliminated" the IPV Mini because it's size is closer to a "Midi".

And I've "eliminated" the Cloupor Mini from "my list" because of it's 1 second delay when firing from Sleep.

Since Little itty bitty mods is in the title...it may be worthwhile to list some dimensions:

original-iStick 21mm X 32.8mm X 75mm (about $30)

30Watt-iStick 23mm X 32.5mm X 77mm (about $40)

Clouper Mini 22mm X 36mm X 77.5mm (about $49)

Smoktech Mini XPro M22 22mm X 38mm X 85mm (about $43)

Heatvape Defender 23mm X 35mm X 86mm (about $33)

Sigelei Mini 22mm X 36mm X 90.3mm (about $59)

IPV Mini 23mm X 40mm X 94mm (about $60)

Thanks.....Good info.....Worth updating also!

 

[op22222]

Istick 20W and eGrip 20W for size comparison...

 

[msmith4512]

Would include the Zero Modz clones?

It's 25mm x 45mm x 82.5 and available from Fasttech for about $70 $69.91 ZERO Modz Style Variable Wattage APV Box Mod - 7-30W / 1*18650 / stainless steel / grey at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping and often on ebay for under $100. Perhaps like the IPV Mini, it's more "midi" than "mini", but while heavier and larger, it's much more elegantly designed than my Isticks and IPV Mini. Almost rivals my SX Mini in looks, but of course not in features and performance.

 

[SS stingray]

Kat this is where to look for mini mods. I suggest that your list includes size and weight of all in your list. I know weight will not be easy but this info in an easy to find format will help people make up what to buy. I bet in several months the list will grow. The Istick has opened the gates to mini mods. I have just got a Cloupor mini and it's really nice. I think the next one maybe a Heatvape defender.

 

[spartanstew]

I will update the list as it changes, when I can do.

Keep in mind that after tomorrow you won't be able to update that list anymore. One of the shortsighted limitations of this forum.

 

[Buster282]

My Cloupor mini just shipped. yea! GearBest shipped it Netherlands Post ?? boo!

 

[beez0527]

Got another one for you to add by vision think they know the spinners are gonna be obsolete so now moving into boxes.

Vision Vapros iBox VV/VW 25W Multi-functional Mod for Pre-order - Cvapor.com

 

[Katdarling]

Istick 20W and eGrip 20W for size comparison...

View attachment 402956

Thanks, op222222222222222!

Would include the Zero Modz clones?

It's 25mm x 45mm x 82.5 and available from Fasttech for about $70 $69.91 ZERO Modz Style Variable Wattage APV Box Mod - 7-30W / 1*18650 / stainless steel / grey at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping and often on ebay for under $100. Perhaps like the IPV Mini, it's more "midi" than "mini", but while heavier and larger, it's much more elegantly designed than my Isticks and IPV Mini. Almost rivals my SX Mini in looks, but of course not in features and performance.

I've added it to the list, msmith.

Kat this is where to look for mini mods. I suggest that your list includes size and weight of all in your list. I know weight will not be easy but this info in an easy to find format will help people make up what to buy. I bet in several months the list will grow. The Istick has opened the gates to mini mods. I have just got a Cloupor mini and it's really nice. I think the next one maybe a Heatvape defender.

Thank you, SS. My intent was to first start with the general categories of small and under $100. As time goes on, I'm sure that information will be added to updated lists. As people contribute what they know, I'll do my best to stay on top of the info. (What have I gotten myself into! )

Keep in mind that after tomorrow you won't be able to update that list anymore. One of the shortsighted limitations of this forum.

I'm aware of that, stewster, and have been rushing to edit it (several times). I'll do what I can to continue to update the list and post it in future posts. Thank you hon for the reminder.

Got another one for you to add by vision think they know the spinners are gonna be obsolete so now moving into boxes.

Vision Vapros iBox VV/VW 25W Multi-functional Mod for Pre-order - Cvapor.com

Added, thanks, beez!

 

[oplholik]

I wonder why, in the case of lists like this, the author can't edit for as long as needed.

 

[Katdarling]

I wonder why, in the case of lists like this, the author can't edit for as long as needed.

I believe it's just ECF's software limitations, oplholik. I'd love it if I could continue to update the first post....... sigh.

But there will be updates, and I promise you that.

 

[oplholik]

I'm sure you will see to it Kat, and your efforts are much appreciated.