HCigar VT200

[TheBloke]

I've measured my mod Resistance and decided on a figure of 0.0045Ω.

I used my Frankenizer (external atomizer for temp/scope probing) with a short stretch of copper shorting its posts. Measuring the resistance of this entire circuit I get a figure slightly fluctuating but no higher than 0.002Ω.

Then using eScribe, I generally saw a figure of 0.006Ω but sometimes, with a slight flex of the cables, it would fluctuate up to 0.007Ω. So I'm going to assume it's reading somewhere close to 0.0065Ω, and use an MR of 0.0045Ω.

Once this was set, Atomizer Analyzer showed the net resistance as 0.002Ω which is correct for the circuit it's attached to.

With the 200's milli-ohm resolution I could be half a milliohm out in either direction. But this is good enough. And I was impressed with the MR only being 0.0045Ω, give or take. I think the brass 510 does help - not that it is staying for future batches - and there's presumably quite thick/short wire internally.

 

[TheBloke]

A youtube review had 9Wh in escibe. I hope that's a mistake and not the actual capacity.

I've set mine to 14.43 Wh based on it being 11.1v x 1300mah. Is that what everyone else is using?

 

[smokewell]

Thanks for testing for the rest of us. My VS had .007 so I used .005 on the VT. For lipo I have 14.40.

 

[cimon]

Have no bloody idea what lang. is that but looks like

Thanks for testing for the rest of us. My VS had .007 so I used .005 on the VT. For lipo I have 14.40.

Guys. May we put these values straight to escribe and upload?

 

[Insanelysick]

14.43 for the wh as per the calculator. Did the hard short with an Atty and got 0.010 so as per evolv I've put the mod resistance as 0.008. Everything is working perfectly.

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[Tpat591]

Hcigar VT200 Evolv DNA 200 Mod $128.00 | VAPE DEALS

 

[Shekinahsgroom]

Hcigar VT200 Evolv DNA 200 Mod $128.00 | VAPE DEALS

Yea...just another advertising SCAM!

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[Tpat591]

Just passing along never tried it. Thanks for update.

 

[smokewell]

A preliminary battery life report.
Sxk VS 60 w clone 1 x 18650 VTC5 1 and half day. (NP 59)
VS200 preheat 40w 3/4 day
VT200 preheat 40w 3/4 day
Aqua v2 double coil NiFe70 at 24 watts and 200C temp. About 15ml juice.
Maybe the lipo's need a few recharge cycles to last longer. So far I still like my 57 USD SXK.

 

[Jeremy Schreiber]

A preliminary battery life report.
Sxk VS 60 w clone 1 x 18650 VTC5 1 and half day. (NP 59)
VS200 preheat 40w 3/4 day
VT200 preheat 40w 3/4 day
Aqua v2 double coil NiFe70 at 24 watts and 200C temp. About 15ml juice.
Maybe the lipo's need a few recharge cycles to last longer. So far I still like my 57 USD SXK.

I had this experience with my Opus 200. The LiPo took several charges before the run time became significantly greater.

 

[SheerLuckHolmes]

Have been using my VT200 for about 10 (?) days now. Loving it. BUT, today it quit firing. I thought maybe the battery got low & needs a charge. As I walked over to the charger I looked at the window and there is an error message, "Warranty Service". WTF??? Anyone seen this error message or know what it means? I sent a message to the vendor I bought it from, but have not heard back yet.

 

[HolmanGT]

Have been using my VT200 for about 10 (?) days now. Loving it. BUT, today it quit firing. I thought maybe the battery got low & needs a charge. As I walked over to the charger I looked at the window and there is an error message, "Warranty Service". ...??? Anyone seen this error message or know what it means? I sent a message to the vendor I bought it from, but have not heard back yet.

Holmes,

I had the exact same error on my Hana Modz DNA 200.

I don't know what the error means I was able to swap mine with Evolv for one of their Beta Mods.

By the way mine would flash something to do with the Battery and then start the Warranty Service thing.

When the unit flashes Warranty Service it makes it a little hard for the Vendor to argue with you about an replacement.

 

[Shekinahsgroom]

Have been using my VT200 for about 10 (?) days now. Loving it. BUT, today it quit firing. I thought maybe the battery got low & needs a charge. As I walked over to the charger I looked at the window and there is an error message, "Warranty Service". ...??? Anyone seen this error message or know what it means? I sent a message to the vendor I bought it from, but have not heard back yet.

"Warranty error means that the logic voltage regulator is running out of spec. That could be due to a soft short circuit somewhere in the logic circuitry, a total battery voltage under 4v, or similar. Basically it means the output isn't going to be correct, and often the root cause will cause firing or charging issues as well."

Warranty Error - DNA 200 Early Adopters Forum

If you read this thread link above, another party talks about having to replace the battery pack to fix this problem.

This is why Evolv chose an uber-high quality battery manufacturer....Fullymax.

Hard telling what's in the VT200, the VS200 or what modders put into theirs?

 

[Rockwell222]

I got my VT200 about a week ago and I love it. I'm a little worried about the brass 510 but it's been good so far. I'm loving the preheat with the DNA200. I just hope I don't see that warranty message popping up anytime soon. Atleast not until my vaporshark gets to me.

 

[DARKFiB3R]

I've measured my Mod Resistance and decided on a figure of 0.0045Ω.

I used my Frankenizer (external atomizer for temp/scope probing) with a short stretch of copper shorting its posts. Measuring the resistance of this entire circuit I get a figure slightly fluctuating but no higher than 0.002Ω.

Then using eScribe, I generally saw a figure of 0.006Ω but sometimes, with a slight flex of the cables, it would fluctuate up to 0.007Ω. So I'm going to assume it's reading somewhere close to 0.0065Ω, and use an MR of 0.0045Ω.

Once this was set, Atomizer Analyzer showed the net resistance as 0.002Ω which is correct for the circuit it's attached to.

With the 200's milli-ohm resolution I could be half a milliohm out in either direction. But this is good enough. And I was impressed with the MR only being 0.0045Ω, give or take. I think the brass 510 does help - not that it is staying for future batches - and there's presumably quite thick/short wire internally.

Got any more info on the Frankenizer? Looks like it deserves it's own forum thread.

 

[smokewell]

Have been using my VT200 for about 10 (?) days now. Loving it. BUT, today it quit firing. I thought maybe the battery got low & needs a charge. As I walked over to the charger I looked at the window and there is an error message, "Warranty Service". ...??? Anyone seen this error message or know what it means? I sent a message to the vendor I bought it from, but have not heard back yet.

Probably a bad lipo or some cold solder connection. If you are good with a soldering iron you can remove the lipo and check if the wires on the balancing connector are soldered properly.

 

[StrahmNoMore]

Well, I guess I can now officially join this thread as my vt200 arrived today. Regarding the posts above, their was a message from Hcigar on Facebook today actually advising users to change that Wh setting from 9 to 14.43. There's a lot of other good info here I am going to be referring back to this evening as I finish the escribe tutorial. I will continue to learn from your experiences and share mine!

 

[cimon]

Well, I guess I can now officially join this thread as my vt200 arrived today. Regarding the posts above, their was a message from Hcigar on Facebook today actually advising users to change that Wh setting from 9 to 14.43. There's a lot of other good info here I am going to be referring back to this evening as I finish the escribe tutorial. I will continue to learn from your experiences and share mine!

Can you paste link to that comment?

EDIT:

Found it.

''If you want to..'' LOL

EDIT2:

Guys. I think its time to start new threat with custom logos and other graphics (easy to download). Who wants to start it?

 

[StrahmNoMore]

Just out of curiosity, from dead how long does it take you guys to charge fully from a wall outlet? I timed mine yesterday at 3 and 1/2 hours which is better than the 5 it takes my Nitecore for a pair of 18650's and the 6 or so it takes my MVP. I live in a 150 year old house with a lot of electronics.

 

[Ant G]

I have one of these on order and I'm looking forward to it. That said, I do worry about the brass 510. Yes, in theory, if I'm careful with it I shouldn't have too many problems. Part of me wants to cancel and wait for the revised version with a SS 510. Then again, I'm impatient, so I'll likely go through with the order anyway. Hmm...