How Is the Reload Atomizer Workmanship?
There was a two-month gap between the first batch and the official launch of the authentic version, and I bought the genuine product without hesitation. A year later, many people, myself included, are still watching RELOAD X closely. Now that the new rele
The first batch of RELOAD X was released two months after the genuine product went on sale, and I didn't hesitate to get the genuine one.
A year has passed, and I believe many people, including myself, have been paying attention to RELOAD X.
Today, the genuine product has officially shipped, and I had already ordered it early due to my impulse for the RELOAD brand.
Given that there are not many comparison images available for the genuine product, and I cannot access the internet, I will share my personal feelings and experiences with everyone.
I won't provide any purchasing advice, so let's get straight to the images and details.
The packaging is a transparent plastic box, with accessories including a wrench, three spare rubber rings, two electrode screws, and a positive oil injection part.
What I received is the stainless steel version. The RELOAD X features top airflow, with an airflow adjustment ring at the intake area, and the top has a gear-like appearance.
I forgot to mention that the slogan for this generation of products is "gear," with patterns designed at both the top and bottom of the atomizer, which you will see later.
Let's dive into the exciting internal components, first looking at the genuine product and then the replica.
At first glance, they seem similar, but this image is not very fair since the genuine product's image has been processed.
Based on some experience with replicas, I will focus on a few key details.
First, look at the insulator. The insulator in replica products has always been thicker, and the tolerances are not very perfect, which can lead to the positive base not being fixed flat.
Many times, the manufacturer has done well with the tolerances of the metal parts, but neglects the thickness of the insulator, leading to poor fitting, and there have even been cases of inconsistent thickness.
The insulator of RELOAD is darker in color, and the material is definitely of lower quality than the genuine product. This time, the thickness is acceptable and relatively uniform, and the position of the positive component is fixed accurately without looseness.
Second, look at the color and the polishing process of the internal components.
The genuine product looks like the transitions at each corner are natural, and the machining is smooth, while the replica's surface polishing is not very detailed.
Third, look at the logo craftsmanship. This time, the replica version seems to have not been processed well, with rough edges still visible. I believe future versions will improve this.
The side screw holes are also relatively neat. This time, the RELOAD X has a similar electrode structure to the RTA version, but the inner hex screws are one size larger than the RTA version.
The bottom has a small raised cylinder in the middle, which is the BF oil inlet, preventing excessive pressure from causing leaks.
The outer cover has a triple airflow, and the drip tip is a standard 810. It is quite short, and during use, your lips will touch the outer cover. The direct path has not been chamfered, which is the same as the genuine product.
The gear grooves at the top are not very smooth, and the machining could be better.
The airflow adjustment ring has no issues; the top has an inward groove that locks the outer cover in place, and the middle relies on rubber rings to increase friction and prevent loosening. I tested it, and it still turns quite easily.
The airflow inlet on the outer cover is at the top, and the airflow enters without stopping, making a 90-degree turn downwards.
The raised parts on both sides of the base will fit into the airflow inlet on the outer cover.
This design is quite clever, guiding the airflow downwards towards the coil while also serving as a locking mechanism.
The airflow structure is similar to a blacksmith's furnace.
The dome structure inside the outer cover is thickened on both sides due to the top airflow, resulting in an oval dome shape, which enhances the gathering effect significantly.
Below is an image of the genuine outer cover, which looks indistinguishable.
As mentioned earlier, this product features many gear totem elements, and the bottom pattern processing is acceptable. The debossed areas use a matte texture, while the embossed areas use high polish.
The electrode is a flat brass electrode, prominently featured.
Okay, that's it for the appearance details. I believe everyone now has a clear understanding of the craftsmanship of the first batch of RELOAD X replicas in the domestic market.
In summary, while some details in craftsmanship are not perfect, the structure and tolerances are already very close to the genuine product, which should not affect the flavor experience.
Additionally, the rubber rings in this version are excellent, making it very easy to insert and remove the outer cover and airflow adjustment ring, with good sealing. I estimate the genuine product is likely the same here.
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PS: If you have used the replica version of the RELOAD RTA, you will know that the outlet of the genuine product's base is a 45-degree straight slope, while the early replicas were made into a concave semicircular shape. I don't know why they didn't make it 1:1.
When I started to install the wire, I encountered difficulties. The distance between the positive and negative wire holes is quite far apart, and the wire I have is a Clapton with five wraps, which would definitely deform if forced in.
I had to carefully make a bend, controlling the depth of the wire hole and leaving enough length for the wire legs. The moment I inserted it straight was very satisfying.
I forgot to mention that the test wire data is 8-core NI80 Clapton, 5 wraps dual coil with a resistance of 0.18 ohms, and the outer wrap is 38G, which belongs to the balanced flavor and vapor type.
Since it fundamentally still uses bottom airflow, the height of the wire can be adjusted freely without needing to be too precise.
The elevated electrode platform creates a large space for the oil chamber, which is a structure that is currently very popular abroad.
Products like Dead Rabbit, Obelisk, DROP, and VANDY's Fobia RDA, etc.
The benefits are obvious: no leaking when dripping and easy to install the wire.
The locking screws for the wire in the replica are not very flat, and the area for pressing the wire is not large enough. You need to ensure they are tightened, or they may loosen.
The cotton should be left long enough to reach the bottom of the oil chamber, and it is best to choose cotton with good oil absorption properties, which depends on personal experience.
Finally, regarding the flavor of the X, the first puff is very satisfying. The wire data may be a bit aggressive, with the vapor hitting the throat directly.
The difference is that with the airflow fully open, the draw resistance is relatively light, but the richness of the e-liquid flavor is still present.
After mixing in more air, the details of the flavor become clearer.
Compared to the intense and addictive flavor of the RDA, this is somewhat different.
Even with the airflow half open, the draw resistance is just comfortable, not tight enough.
The vapor does not have the heat of the RDA with the wire positioned in the center.
Personally, I feel that the X leans towards a larger vapor type, and the genuine product probably has little difference in flavor.
Heavier flavors like coffee, tobacco, and creamy oils perform well, while fruit flavors, if leaning towards freshness, may feel a bit diluted but still acceptable. Overall, the flavor is not unbeatable; it can only be said to be a successful atomizer.
Recently, after smoking smaller devices for a while, I picked up the RELOAD X again and became addicted; it is an atomizer worth looking forward to.
Regarding the drawbacks, the drip tip is still a bit short and easily touches the top cover.
The outer cover can get a bit hot during continuous high-frequency draws.
Condensation can accumulate in the airflow guide slot, which is also a problem with the RDA and is unavoidable.
In terms of price, it was previously sold online for about 70 USD, and I estimate the domestic price will be similar, which is still a bit high. I hope there will be some surprises.
This concludes my experience with the replica; I hope it does not cause any misunderstandings. The choice between replicas and genuine products is personal; it is merely a reflection of my internal valuation of this product in RMB, with no distinction of high or low value.
A year has passed, and I believe many people, including myself, have been paying attention to RELOAD X.
Today, the genuine product has officially shipped, and I had already ordered it early due to my impulse for the RELOAD brand.
Given that there are not many comparison images available for the genuine product, and I cannot access the internet, I will share my personal feelings and experiences with everyone.
I won't provide any purchasing advice, so let's get straight to the images and details.The packaging is a transparent plastic box, with accessories including a wrench, three spare rubber rings, two electrode screws, and a positive oil injection part.
What I received is the stainless steel version. The RELOAD X features top airflow, with an airflow adjustment ring at the intake area, and the top has a gear-like appearance.
I forgot to mention that the slogan for this generation of products is "gear," with patterns designed at both the top and bottom of the atomizer, which you will see later.
Let's dive into the exciting internal components, first looking at the genuine product and then the replica.
At first glance, they seem similar, but this image is not very fair since the genuine product's image has been processed.
Based on some experience with replicas, I will focus on a few key details.
First, look at the insulator. The insulator in replica products has always been thicker, and the tolerances are not very perfect, which can lead to the positive base not being fixed flat.
Many times, the manufacturer has done well with the tolerances of the metal parts, but neglects the thickness of the insulator, leading to poor fitting, and there have even been cases of inconsistent thickness.
The insulator of RELOAD is darker in color, and the material is definitely of lower quality than the genuine product. This time, the thickness is acceptable and relatively uniform, and the position of the positive component is fixed accurately without looseness.
Second, look at the color and the polishing process of the internal components.The genuine product looks like the transitions at each corner are natural, and the machining is smooth, while the replica's surface polishing is not very detailed.
Third, look at the logo craftsmanship. This time, the replica version seems to have not been processed well, with rough edges still visible. I believe future versions will improve this.
The side screw holes are also relatively neat. This time, the RELOAD X has a similar electrode structure to the RTA version, but the inner hex screws are one size larger than the RTA version.
The bottom has a small raised cylinder in the middle, which is the BF oil inlet, preventing excessive pressure from causing leaks.
The outer cover has a triple airflow, and the drip tip is a standard 810. It is quite short, and during use, your lips will touch the outer cover. The direct path has not been chamfered, which is the same as the genuine product.
The gear grooves at the top are not very smooth, and the machining could be better.
The airflow adjustment ring has no issues; the top has an inward groove that locks the outer cover in place, and the middle relies on rubber rings to increase friction and prevent loosening. I tested it, and it still turns quite easily.
The airflow inlet on the outer cover is at the top, and the airflow enters without stopping, making a 90-degree turn downwards.
The raised parts on both sides of the base will fit into the airflow inlet on the outer cover.
This design is quite clever, guiding the airflow downwards towards the coil while also serving as a locking mechanism.
The airflow structure is similar to a blacksmith's furnace.
The dome structure inside the outer cover is thickened on both sides due to the top airflow, resulting in an oval dome shape, which enhances the gathering effect significantly.
Below is an image of the genuine outer cover, which looks indistinguishable.
As mentioned earlier, this product features many gear totem elements, and the bottom pattern processing is acceptable. The debossed areas use a matte texture, while the embossed areas use high polish.
The electrode is a flat brass electrode, prominently featured.
Okay, that's it for the appearance details. I believe everyone now has a clear understanding of the craftsmanship of the first batch of RELOAD X replicas in the domestic market.
In summary, while some details in craftsmanship are not perfect, the structure and tolerances are already very close to the genuine product, which should not affect the flavor experience.
Additionally, the rubber rings in this version are excellent, making it very easy to insert and remove the outer cover and airflow adjustment ring, with good sealing. I estimate the genuine product is likely the same here.
#p#分页标题#e#
PS: If you have used the replica version of the RELOAD RTA, you will know that the outlet of the genuine product's base is a 45-degree straight slope, while the early replicas were made into a concave semicircular shape. I don't know why they didn't make it 1:1.
When I started to install the wire, I encountered difficulties. The distance between the positive and negative wire holes is quite far apart, and the wire I have is a Clapton with five wraps, which would definitely deform if forced in.
I had to carefully make a bend, controlling the depth of the wire hole and leaving enough length for the wire legs. The moment I inserted it straight was very satisfying.
I forgot to mention that the test wire data is 8-core NI80 Clapton, 5 wraps dual coil with a resistance of 0.18 ohms, and the outer wrap is 38G, which belongs to the balanced flavor and vapor type.
Since it fundamentally still uses bottom airflow, the height of the wire can be adjusted freely without needing to be too precise.The elevated electrode platform creates a large space for the oil chamber, which is a structure that is currently very popular abroad.
Products like Dead Rabbit, Obelisk, DROP, and VANDY's Fobia RDA, etc.
The benefits are obvious: no leaking when dripping and easy to install the wire.
The locking screws for the wire in the replica are not very flat, and the area for pressing the wire is not large enough. You need to ensure they are tightened, or they may loosen.
The cotton should be left long enough to reach the bottom of the oil chamber, and it is best to choose cotton with good oil absorption properties, which depends on personal experience.
Finally, regarding the flavor of the X, the first puff is very satisfying. The wire data may be a bit aggressive, with the vapor hitting the throat directly.
The difference is that with the airflow fully open, the draw resistance is relatively light, but the richness of the e-liquid flavor is still present.
After mixing in more air, the details of the flavor become clearer.
Compared to the intense and addictive flavor of the RDA, this is somewhat different.
Even with the airflow half open, the draw resistance is just comfortable, not tight enough.
The vapor does not have the heat of the RDA with the wire positioned in the center.
Personally, I feel that the X leans towards a larger vapor type, and the genuine product probably has little difference in flavor.
Heavier flavors like coffee, tobacco, and creamy oils perform well, while fruit flavors, if leaning towards freshness, may feel a bit diluted but still acceptable. Overall, the flavor is not unbeatable; it can only be said to be a successful atomizer.
Recently, after smoking smaller devices for a while, I picked up the RELOAD X again and became addicted; it is an atomizer worth looking forward to.
Regarding the drawbacks, the drip tip is still a bit short and easily touches the top cover.The outer cover can get a bit hot during continuous high-frequency draws.
Condensation can accumulate in the airflow guide slot, which is also a problem with the RDA and is unavoidable.
In terms of price, it was previously sold online for about 70 USD, and I estimate the domestic price will be similar, which is still a bit high. I hope there will be some surprises.
This concludes my experience with the replica; I hope it does not cause any misunderstandings. The choice between replicas and genuine products is personal; it is merely a reflection of my internal valuation of this product in RMB, with no distinction of high or low value.
