Vaping problem and weird noise

[Jakub Ratajczak]

Hi guys,
So 2 weeks ago I bought the vape Nugget X kit and it was totally fine.
However I charged it overnight with a brand new USB cable I have never used before and was using it fine for the day. However half way through the day whenever it was on there was a quite buzzing noise coming from the USB port. The sound isn’t there when it’s turned off or when im vaping. Hope someone can help me as I am very conscious right now and I’m scared it’s going to blow up which prob isn’t.

 

[Baditude]

I'm a little unclear of when the buzzing occurs. Does it only happen when the USB cable is connected? Does it only happen while actively charging your battery device?

I can't say that I have ever read or heard of a buzzing noise coming from a mod. I'm also at a loss to try to guess what could be causing the buzzing sound.

You might contact the vendor you purchased the device from, or even contacting the manufacturer. I don't know if this is a serious issue or not, but it certainly is strange and out-of-the-ordinary.

 

[Jakub Ratajczak]

It doesn’t make the buzzing noise when it’s charging. I took it out today and when I did after while, it just noticed that there was a quite hissing sound coming from the USB port. Whenever I press the button it seems to go away or when I “power off” the vape. However the minute I turn it back on the noise comes back. I’m scared it’s something to do with the battery and scared to take pulls

 

[Baditude]

After thinking about it, I now recall that a few years ago there were some cheap Chinese regulated mods which had a "rattlesnake" sound. If I recall correctly, the sound came from the regulator or circuit board and occured while the fire button was pressed, but didn't happen if the fire button was not pressed. No idea if this is what you are experiencing with your battery device. Probably not.

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Personally, I'd be very cautious when your device is turned on. Keep close tabs that your device doesn't feel hot to touch. I'd keep the device turned off when not vaping.

I'd also recommend that you contact the vendor or throw an e-mail to manufacturer tech support.

 

[Myk]

How loud is it? If it's very quiet that you only hear with your head in your hands with your mod near your ear while vooping, it's probably normal electronic stuff doing electronic stuff. It's louder near the port because that's an opening.

I have mods that tick and mods that buzz and mods that say nothing. Some only make sound while the screen is on.

After thinking about it, I now recall that a few years ago there were some cheap Chinese regulated mods which had a "rattlesnake" sound.

Rattlesnake was the sound the coils made from PWM.

 

[Jakub Ratajczak]

Ya I can only hear a quite sound if I have right up my ear. You can barely hear it like. That’s the thing

 

[Storm52]

Probably the chip's diagnostics running in the background.

 

[Jakub Ratajczak]

It’s not serious so is it? Baring in fact it’s not a vape with actual acoustic batteries

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

They say if you hold a seashell up to your ear you... wait... different story.

What's the brand and model of your device? Some companies stand behind their gear. Others not so much.

I'm pretty sure that the cable you used to charge it has nothing to do with what's going on. A cable isn't a "charger," it's just a wire with a connector on each end. One connector goes to the power source, the other connector goes to the device. It doesn't do anything except let power flow through it.

 

[Jakub Ratajczak]

It’s a vape nugget artery x and I bought it in Dublin in hale. My friend got one aswell and his one is perfect since so I doubt it anytning serious

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

It’s a vape nugget artery x and I bought it in Dublin in hale. My friend got one aswell and his one is perfect since so I doubt it anytning serious

Well, if the only thing it's doing is making a funny noise, I wouldn't worry too much. If it starts to get hot, or smoke, or you see sparks flying... drop it and run.

 

[Jakub Ratajczak]

Ya I get you but honestly the vape doesn’t even get close to hot. It’s nice and cool all the time

 

[Chuck64]

I own one and have never experienced one problem. They can't get every single one right, though that's their aim. Either a defect or a clone.

 

[Myk]

It’s a vape nugget artery x and I bought it in Dublin in hale. My friend got one aswell and his one is perfect since so I doubt it anytning serious

Listen to your friend's (you have to listen because others may not hear as well or the frequencies you do). I bet it has it too.
It's most likely normal for the board.

 

[smacuser]

I hear about this from time to time. I did a quick search for "buzzing noise" from the main page and found a bunch of results.

Also, search for "buzzing sound".

 

[Rangertrix]

Sounds like oscillation from the mosfet in the power circuit or a reaction in the battery.
I would definitely exchange if possible. If not, be very cautious and aware while using.
Failure in the power circuit is probably in your future.
I would start looking for a replacement device.

 

[Myk]

You mean I'm going to die because back to the first eVic has done it?
Mods I have that I've bought repeats of all did it.
None have blown up or died except the one I dropped hard a bunch of times (and even that one may not be dead once my FT order gets here).

 

[Rangertrix]

You mean I'm going to die because back to the first eVic has done it?
Mods I have that I've bought repeats of all did it.
None have blown up or died except the one I dropped hard a bunch of times (and even that one may not be dead once my FT order gets here).

Not at all, lol.

A "buzzing" while charging or vaping is an oscillation of a mosfet ( high speed switching device) in the power circuit.
If it's oscillating then something in the power circuit is out of spec.
He said it didn't do it while vaping, so it's not the 'rattlesnake effect'.
He said it didn't do it while charging so I doubt it's a battery issue.
Usually it's a simple firmware issue or a cold solder joint.
If the mod had the issue from day one (like most that have it do) I would say its just the mosfets doing their job slightly inefficiently. My understanding is that it was a new occurrence which would be indicative of possible failure.

If there is the possibility of an exchange, then a new device would help isolate the issue.

I only said to be aware and be cautious because, while I think there is no danger , I would feel horrible if something went into catastrophic failure and I had said "Don't sweat it, vape on you crazy diamond."
I always say be aware of what's going on with a device that has potential for failure, no matter how minute, that someone will be placing in front of their face.

 

[Rangertrix]

I even edited my post so as not to elicit a "I'm gonna die if I use it" response.
Apparently, I failed. Lol.

Man, Apparently I suck at this.

 

[Myk]

Not at all, lol.

A "buzzing" while charging or vaping is an oscillation of a mosfet ( high speed switching device) in the power circuit.
If it's oscillating then something in the power circuit is out of spec.
He said it didn't do it while vaping, so it's not the 'rattlesnake effect'.
He said it didn't do it while charging so I doubt it's a battery issue.
Usually it's a simple firmware issue or a cold solder joint.
If the mod had the issue from day one (like most that have it do) I would say its just the mosfets doing their job slightly inefficiently. My understanding is that it was a new occurrence which would be indicative of possible failure.

If there is the possibility of an exchange, then a new device would help isolate the issue.

I only said to be aware and be cautious because, while I think there is no danger , I would feel horrible if something went into catastrophic failure and I had said "Don't sweat it, vape on you crazy diamond."
I always say be aware of what's going on with a device that has potential for failure, no matter how minute, that someone will be placing in front of their face.

Rattlesnake is the way the coil sizzles. I think it just seemed like a buzz with some builds.

Joyetech's tick. I think it's the heart beat seen on an oscilloscope. Proton buzzes when the screen is on, but I can't hear it right up to my ear in this room.
I think it's so quiet most people don't notice it. Except voopers alone in their quiet room.
If you don't hear it and someone mentions it, it's "OMG!!! Something is wrong!". If you do hear it and someone mentions it, it's "No big deal".

I could see a cold solder joint doing it. But I really think it's normal function of many boards. Even with some you can't hear because the box is beefy enough. I bet if it's there it wouldn't be heard through a Legend, there's nowhere for the sound to get out.

Makes me want to load up my pockets and borrow a stethoscope, except for the swapping of ear wax thing.