{"id":3568,"date":"2012-05-16T21:57:55","date_gmt":"2012-05-17T01:57:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/?page_id=3568"},"modified":"2012-05-16T21:57:55","modified_gmt":"2012-05-17T01:57:55","slug":"chrome-lavatube-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/breaking-news\/chrome-lavatube-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Chrome Lavatube Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Chrome<\/a>Back in November we reviewed the Lavatube<\/a> when it first came out. \u00a0First impressions were good, especially for a variable voltage tube mod at less than $100. \u00a0Since then, the Lavatube has become commonplace in the vaping community and is sold under various names by quite a number of electronic cigarette vendors. \u00a0Overall, the experience with the Lavatube seems to be good and the unit tested in the initial review is still going strong. \u00a0Some users have experienced quality control issues and others are simply turned off by the somewhat cheap look and feel of the device with its plastic caps.<\/p>\n

The chrome Lavatube<\/a> is the newest variation to hit the market and it is a much nicer package than the original, but with the same circuitry. \u00a0That circuitry is limited to 2.5 amps, meaning that the full 6v capability of the device can only be reached with higher resistance atomizers and cartomizers. \u00a0In practice, however, the device delivers a decent 3.6-3.8v with a low resistance cartomizer attached, plenty enough for many electronic cigarette users.<\/p>\n

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Design<\/strong><\/p>\n

Where the chrome version of the Lavatube improves upon is predecessor is in the area of design. \u00a0If it weren’t for the fact that the buttons and display are exactly the same, it would be difficult to tell that this device came from the same bloodline. \u00a0Gone are the plastic end caps and powder coated finish. \u00a0They are replaced with a shiny chrome exterior with matching steel end caps. \u00a0The top cap incorporates the sole engineering innovation on the new Lavatube, and it’s a good one. \u00a0Replacing the simple 510 connector is an eGo connector recessed into the cap, making the chrome version completely compatible with all eGo as well as 510 accessories. \u00a0Another great addition is a spring loaded center pin that promises to eliminate atomizer and cartomizer compatibility issues that plague many devices.<\/p>\n

The chrome Lavatube feels more substantial as well. \u00a0At 5.95 ounces including a battery, it’s a full 2.5 ounces heavier than its predecessor. \u00a0The added weight makes the device a little heavier in the pocket, but gives it the feel of a more expensive device when in use. \u00a0The flawless chrome finish also gives the unit a much more pleasing appearance.<\/p>\n

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Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>The chrome Lavatube performs exactly the same as its predecessor, which is to be expected given that the internal electronics are carried over. \u00a0Three buttons make it easy to set the voltage, check the battery charge and turn the unit on and off. \u00a0As mentioned earlier, the 2.5 amp limit carries over as well. \u00a0While some more expensive \u00a0variable voltage devices shut off when the limit is reached, the Lavatube simply limits the voltage. \u00a0Vapers looking to use high voltage in conjuction with low resistance will need to look elsewhere, but most users looking to step up from typical 3.7 volt eGo type devices will likely find satisfaction. \u00a0The only real difference in experience is a somewhat airier draw, likely due to the design of the built in adapter and center post.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Performance wise, the chrome Lavatube doesn’t offer anything that the original didn’t. \u00a0In appearance, however, it is quite an improvement. \u00a0Looks aren’t everything, but shiny chrome wins over dull black in my book. \u00a0And the addition of the built in eGo adapter alone may be enough to recommend this new Lavatube. \u00a0The chrome version is available at Volcano<\/a> for $79.99, or $10 more than the previous models yet still less than $100.<\/p>\n

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Back in November we reviewed the Lavatube when it first came out. \u00a0First impressions were good, especially for a variable voltage tube mod at less than $100. \u00a0Since then, the Lavatube has become commonplace in the vaping community and is sold under various names by quite a number of electronic cigarette vendors. \u00a0Overall, the experience […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":1174,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3568"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3568"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3568\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3580,"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3568\/revisions\/3580"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1174"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3568"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}