Not impressed with the iTaste SVD

[doctorjellybean]

I finally caved in and bought an iTaste SVD earlier today. It came with an XTAR WP2 charger, 1 x Efest 1100/18500 and 1 x Efest 1600/18650 batteries. The batteries were charged at 0.5A, which took hours. Set the SVD to Variable Wattage Mode, 8.5P. I'm using the Protank 2 instead of the default IClear 30 Atomiser.

Unless I missed something, it is not performing the way I thought it would do. The power button doesn't light up as well as the iTaste VV v3.0, it's very difficult to see what it is in bright daylight. The hit is not as strong as I had hoped it would be, especially if I vape in succession. The latter could be the e-juice/coil. I would have liked to use the telescopic tube with the Protank 2, which doesn't seem possible.

I originally wanted the iTaste 134, but if I'm going to have the same issues as with the SVD, then maybe I won't bother.

[Steve (VapeStorm)]

The latter as you say could/should be down to coil and/or juice. The light can be slightly difficult to see.
Personally I prefer it not to be too bright for no other reason than I prefer it.

Power output can vary between devices. Even if it says 9.5w it may only be firing 9w. Most regulated mods have slight inaccuracies. Have you tried turning it up a little?

Xtar chargers have a good rep. Any battery will take a while to charge at 0.5w so thats nothing new. I suppose compared to an itaste vv which is 800mah? An 1100mah and 1600mah take an age.

The SVD was my first Mod when I stepped up from an ego kit. I loved it so much I only recently got rid.

Hope this helps a little

[dreamylittledream]

Cards on the table, the SVD was my least loved mod - I had mine about a fortnight before selling it on - it wasn't it, it was me or something like that.

But my main complaint with it to be fair was it was just that bit too big and hit with the ugly stick.

The switch light thing - well I dunno about you but in bright sunlight I have no idea what colour my iTaste VV's light is either - that's why the battery charge indicator is more helpful giving a number (basically if its 3.7v or lower we're in trouble shortly).

As for the hit - well I prefer the Vamo for a number of reasons- but if you are experiencing a wild difference between it and a iTaste VV then its either a faulty battery or device or a poor coil - this thing does hit pretty hard when working correctly.

[enjay]

Contact the supplier about a replacement, sounds a bit duff, the light should be visible even in the sun.

[ruffdog]

Jul 27, 2014 0:34:08 GMT enjay said:

Contact the supplier about a replacement, sounds a bit duff, the light should be visible even in the sun.

If it really isn't performing right, then what enjay said!
I love mine except for it's tempremental fire button.  The color light green / orange / red aren't that bright in the sun but it is a smokey black button after all. 
I don't know what you mean about using the telescopic tube with the protank?? 

Have you checked the resistance of your Atty against another Meter?

I love my lightsaber!!

Ruffie

PS. I did get a Vamo in case the svd button packs in 100% but now use both in rotation. Svd with RDA and Vamo with tanks!

[Perpetua]

I have to confess it wasn't the Mod for me either and I sold mine on without even using it. The button arrangement I just couldn't be doing with.

For me anyway, I'd rather have a Vamo.

[hijack]

The SVD should perform the same as any other vv/vw mod excluding the provari which works in a different way to most other mods.
A bigger mod doesn't mean you'll get a better vape.
At 8.5w it should give the same vape as a vv v3 at 8.5w.
There may be a slight difference in output between 2 mods but nothing a bit of adjusting by turning the power up or down shouldn't sort out.

Not sure what you mean about the problem with the telescopic tube. Mine is the express version and has just one telescopic tube that you screw to adjust for 18350/18500/18650 batteries.

The fire button light is a bit dim on them, but if you press and hold the VM or PM button for 3 seconds it will display the battery voltage on the screen witch gives a better indication of charge left in them.

[Bluefish]

Yeah I guess it should work properly, but having bought the ugliest mod known to mankind all you can do is

[paulymeatballs]

Well I love my SVD, it's just over a year old and still very much in the daily rotation. Dim button, no problem for me.
The output is actually pretty good for a mass market VV/VW mod. I've tested it against a few others from innokin and the amp limit is higher in the SVD.
A bit puzzled by the telescoping comment.
If you're not getting a good hit, crank it up a notch!

[doctorjellybean]

I just don't feel happy with it, so will be taking it back in the morning for a refund and getting the 134 (which is what I originally wanted) online.

[ruffdog]

Im still intrigued about the not being able to use a protank 2 with telescopic tube. What are you on about mate? What's the battery tube got to do with the Atty connection!

Ruffie.

[cHooBeyDoo]

Not sure about the SVD, as i've not owned one, but have you thought that maybe the Protank 2 could be adding to the problem too doctorjellybean ?
My 1st Protank 2 gave me many woes - Not a very good vape, dry hits and leaking etc, until i swapped the base with an airflow controller. Airflow controller v2 can be found HERE and it's a vast improvement other the v1, it solved most of my woes with the Protank. Maybe worth a try at least, but if you are not happy with the SVD then nothing is going to change that

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Jul 26, 2014 22:08:36 GMT doctorjellybean said:

I finally caved in and bought an iTaste SVD earlier today. It came with an XTAR WP2 charger, 1 x Efest 1100/18500 and 1 x Efest 1600/18650 batteries. The batteries were charged at 0.5A, which took hours. Set the SVD to Variable Wattage Mode, 8.5P. I'm using the Protank 2 instead of the default IClear 30 Atomiser.

Unless I missed something, it is not performing the way I thought it would do. The power button doesn't light up as well as the iTaste VV v3.0, it's very difficult to see what it is in bright daylight. The hit is not as strong as I had hoped it would be, especially if I vape in succession. The latter could be the e-juice/coil. I would have liked to use the telescopic tube with the Protank 2, which doesn't seem possible.

I originally wanted the iTaste 134, but if I'm going to have the same issues as with the SVD, then maybe I won't bother.

I would return it and ask the vendor to check it out. Sounds like there is a problem with the device. I've had mine about 8 months and so far it has never missed a beat. At the moment its firing a protank 2 with a 1.6 ohm  micro coil and cotton at 10W and its very, very nice. I can understand that it looks a bit offensive with an 18650 battery, that's why I use it with an 18500. I guess its a love it or hate it device, personally I wouldn't part with mine and when it does eventually die I will definitely consider buy another. If you've had a bad experience to start with doctorjellybean then, if you have the chance to change to another device, that might be your best option as you would never have any confidence in the SVD. As ever, its all a matter of opinion and what works for you. Hope you get it sorted out.

[doctorjellybean]

Jul 27, 2014 9:53:52 GMT ruffdog said:

Im still intrigued about the not being able to use a protank 2 with telescopic tube. What are you on about mate? What's the battery tube got to do with the Atty connection!

Ruffie.

LOL. Sorry about the confusion. I meant this:



Ignore that

I forgot to mention in my original post that I'm not particular fond of the way the battery is connected. The outer tube doesn't inspire confidence when screwing in, maybe it's just me

[doctorjellybean]

Jul 27, 2014 9:58:22 GMT cHooBeyDoo said:

Airflow controller v2 can be found HERE and it's a vast improvement other the v1, it solved most of my woes with the Protank.

That might be worth a shot, thanks. How does it work?