Dr. Red-Eye
New member
Hey guys - I have something here some of you might find useful. This is my first post here, but I am no newbie to the herb scene. I'll start with a little introduction. I am a full-time college student in my sophomore year for my bachelors degree in electrical engineering. I like to build things, from electronic devices to model airplanes. I used to be on OG, but now it's gone (a shame)!
I have been developing my homebrew vaporizer over the course of the past year, and I am proud to say that I am now ready to reveal it to the world!
My vape has more features than any on the market right now, here is a summary:
- Precision temperature control and locking to +/-1 degree C
- Blowers that allow filling of bags with vapor (ala Volcano)
- Timer/Alarm mode for all blower modes, which allows the vape to turn on automatically at whatever time you wish (I set it to turn on 10 mins before my alarm clock goes off; takes wake and bake to a whole new level
)
- Whip compatibility (both conventional whip mode, and blower-assisted whip mode, which is ideal for use with oxygen masks - pumps the vapor into user)
I am using a nichrome wire heating element (some dis metal in vapes but there has NEVER been a complaint of metallic taste with mine), and a K-type thermocouple to measure air temperature. The heater and bowl is a conventional 18.8mm ROOR downstem, with a screen placed above the male glass joint to form a bowl, which is capped with a machined plug that accommadates the whip attachement and the vapor bag opening. The electronics are in an anodized aluminum enclosure which also serves as a base for the heater. It runs from any DC source of 10-20V at a few amps, which means it can be used with any wall current (with suitable adapter), and I also have a 12V car plug, and a battery pack that runs it for several bowls wirelessly. I have tested the vape from 150-335C, which should allow the vaporization of salvia divinorum (although I have not tried it yet). Imagine: bagged vapor of salvia
FWIW my parts cost including custom machined case was a shade over $200, but every component is the absolute best quality I could get - this is a no compromises connoisseur vaporizer that I feel beats the volcano (people that have tried both agree), and has some similiarities to the Vapezilla, but this is several steps ahead of that technologically.
The files attached include the PIC source code in BASIC, as well as the PCB gerbers and schematic. There is one minor mistake on the PCB but that can be fixed with one jumper wire (check the schematic - in DXF inches format). The panel designs are not included but could be if someone needs them, I would think whoever tries to make this will want their own unique case style.
My electronic control circuit could be used to control other heater styles with a little modification, that could be useful to those of you that have a vape with no temperature control. If anyone has any questions or ideas feel free to share them!
I am including in my posts the full design of my vape, enabling people to copy it and make it themselves. I am hoping that my generosity is not abused, and that none of my design is used in any commercial products without my written agreement. Please don't steal and make money from my ideas. The information I am giving away would have a value of several thousand dollars...but it is free to anyone wanting to make their own!
Have fun!
-Dr. Red-Eye
*Note: I can't attach the zipped design files. If you want them PM me with your e-mail address.
I have been developing my homebrew vaporizer over the course of the past year, and I am proud to say that I am now ready to reveal it to the world!
My vape has more features than any on the market right now, here is a summary:
- Precision temperature control and locking to +/-1 degree C
- Blowers that allow filling of bags with vapor (ala Volcano)
- Timer/Alarm mode for all blower modes, which allows the vape to turn on automatically at whatever time you wish (I set it to turn on 10 mins before my alarm clock goes off; takes wake and bake to a whole new level
)- Whip compatibility (both conventional whip mode, and blower-assisted whip mode, which is ideal for use with oxygen masks - pumps the vapor into user)
I am using a nichrome wire heating element (some dis metal in vapes but there has NEVER been a complaint of metallic taste with mine), and a K-type thermocouple to measure air temperature. The heater and bowl is a conventional 18.8mm ROOR downstem, with a screen placed above the male glass joint to form a bowl, which is capped with a machined plug that accommadates the whip attachement and the vapor bag opening. The electronics are in an anodized aluminum enclosure which also serves as a base for the heater. It runs from any DC source of 10-20V at a few amps, which means it can be used with any wall current (with suitable adapter), and I also have a 12V car plug, and a battery pack that runs it for several bowls wirelessly. I have tested the vape from 150-335C, which should allow the vaporization of salvia divinorum (although I have not tried it yet). Imagine: bagged vapor of salvia
FWIW my parts cost including custom machined case was a shade over $200, but every component is the absolute best quality I could get - this is a no compromises connoisseur vaporizer that I feel beats the volcano (people that have tried both agree), and has some similiarities to the Vapezilla, but this is several steps ahead of that technologically. The files attached include the PIC source code in BASIC, as well as the PCB gerbers and schematic. There is one minor mistake on the PCB but that can be fixed with one jumper wire (check the schematic - in DXF inches format). The panel designs are not included but could be if someone needs them, I would think whoever tries to make this will want their own unique case style.
My electronic control circuit could be used to control other heater styles with a little modification, that could be useful to those of you that have a vape with no temperature control. If anyone has any questions or ideas feel free to share them!
I am including in my posts the full design of my vape, enabling people to copy it and make it themselves. I am hoping that my generosity is not abused, and that none of my design is used in any commercial products without my written agreement. Please don't steal and make money from my ideas. The information I am giving away would have a value of several thousand dollars...but it is free to anyone wanting to make their own!
Have fun!
-Dr. Red-Eye
*Note: I can't attach the zipped design files. If you want them PM me with your e-mail address.
mucho props that's a seriously cool vape!
