The final chapter of the 1VP mini series from Steam Duo — 1VP 75C PEI limited edition officially lau

The 1VP mini, produced by Steam Duo, is a single-battery device equipped with a DNA 75 chip. Coincidentally, today marks two years since Adams announced it on the website. Over the past two years, amidst market changes, the transition of players, and various ups and downs, although we have entered the era of pod devices, this product has left its mark in the domestic e-cigarette scene. In addition to the standard version of the 1VP mini, there are also the heavy flavor brass signature version and the stainless steel mirror limited edition, with a total of over 3000 units sold.<\/p>\n

In December of last year, with the introduction of the DNA 75C chip, Adams released the continuation of the 1VP mini series—the 1VP 75C—based on the stable wood prototype of the 1VP mini. This device is slightly larger, but the large area of deep laser engraving on one side enhances its appeal. Coupled with the powerful performance of the 75C chip, its affordable price, and the addition of the double-sided laser engraving limited edition, it has become another hot product following the 1VP mini.<\/p>\n

Today’s market has completely shifted to the pod device era, and the once-popular cloud-chasing devices have gradually weakened. It can be said that it was born at the wrong time, or perhaps it was selling nostalgia, but it can also be seen as stubbornness. The final form of the 1VP mini series will be the 1VP 75C PEI limited edition, which will be launched on November 11, 2018, at 0:00, exclusively sold by the designated store 【Geek Vape】 on Taobao, priced at 750 yuan.<\/p>\n

This limited edition device shares the same dimensions and shape as the standard 75C box, with the classic phrase "It’s time to talk about Vape" integrated into the internal battery compartment (as seen in the image). PEI material is already familiar to e-cigarette users, commonly seen in drip tips and tank bodies, and some device covers. However, a pure chip device made entirely of PEI seems rare in my personal experience, making it possibly the first all-PEI device in the e-cigarette market! At the very least, it is the first all-PEI DNA 75C chip device.<\/p>\n

First, I want to discuss the pricing of this device. PEI material is commonly used in drip tips and tank bodies, and while it is more expensive than standard materials, it is still considered a conventional material. So, has the cost of the 1VP 75C PEI version increased? The answer is yes. It’s important to note that when machining parts from PEI, a single piece of material can produce numerous components, and even scrap can yield two drip tips. The precision and difficulty of producing these components are relatively low, so the price is not high.<\/p>\n

However, the 1VP 75C PEI version is made from a solid block of material, and it is often challenging to produce a single device from one block. During machining, cutting, hollowing, and polishing, high precision is required, and any damage to the internal details can result in the entire piece being scrapped, making the production process quite labor-intensive. Additionally, the device's surface is polished to a mirror finish to maintain its transparency and visual appeal, which can easily lead to dents and errors during polishing, potentially resulting in scrapping as well.<\/p>\n

Discussing these aspects is not just to boast about the price; those who understand the costs involved will appreciate it. Coupled with the price of the DNA chip itself, positioning it at 750 yuan is, from my perspective, quite reasonable! If it were a product from another brand, I would not believe it could be priced under a thousand yuan.<\/p>\n

Since we are talking about mirror polishing, I must mention its downside—once you hold it, it will immediately show tiny scratches, similar to a metal mirror finish, and it may even come with slight scratches from the start. This is something I hope potential buyers of this device will understand. There are only 40 finished units of this device, making this limited edition the only product from Steam Duo that does not support returns or exchanges! If you decide to purchase, please be cautious! Be cautious! Be cautious! Be cautious!<\/p>\n

On the positive side, the lightweight nature of the PEI material means that the bare device weighs only 128g, possibly making it the lightest single-battery chip device currently available. Additionally, the high-polish mirror finish provides transparency, allowing the internal structure to be fully visible, enhancing its appeal.<\/p>\n

To top it off, Adams has designed a fully engraved metal battery compartment, with various versions of the 1VP Steam Duo logo engraved on the surface of the compartment.<\/p>\n

The device's panel and buttons are also made from PEI material, which provides a better tactile feel and feedback compared to the standard 75C and MINI devices.<\/p>\n

The battery compartment cover retains the design from the previous model.<\/p>\n

The market's shift to pod devices is not regrettable; it reflects the choices of players and the effects of the market. The once-popular cloud-chasing and flavor-focused players have either exited the scene or transitioned to pod devices. As a player-focused brand, Steam Duo must also take the final step in the lifecycle of this product and say goodbye to everyone.<\/p>\n

In the future, Steam Duo Adams may not produce similar chip devices again. From my perspective, while it's a bit of a pity, looking at it from another angle, the 1VP mini series has accompanied players through the peak of the domestic e-cigarette market and has shared many colorful experiences and ups and downs with numerous players. I believe it has brought us more joy and memories.<\/p>\n

Finally, with the 1VP 75C PEI version as the curtain call for the MINI series, all members of Steam Duo sincerely thank players for their support of this site! Thank you all! (Article reprinted from Steam Duo)