ThatGuySwain

you can check under the mod-electrical tab and see what the mod resistance is, most lost vapes are around 0.004 Ohms. But, That doesn't sound like a software issue, sound like a physical connection issue. you can always open a ticket with Evolv and they will take care of you. helpdesk.evolvapor.com

Is this a BF model or just normal therion? Lostvape had an issue with their 510s for a while because the use of thread lock, which will cause resistance issues.

I would check it, just to make sure, and the black isolator is just stuck on with 3M adhesive. i use a razor blade, or my thumb nail to peel it off. then its usually still sticky enough to just stick back on when you're done.

You're very welcome.

How much difference is there? if you cleaned the thread lock, and its still not reading true, did you check the center pin solder connection? (see last two pictures in guide) if that connection isnt solid, it can still read high ohms. I do all my cleaning here with Alcohol.

the 510 screws on all lost vape mods are a t5 torx

unfortunately, no, I have not found any other ways to fix this issue, but unlike my instructions say, there is no need to have to remove wires to take the 510 apart.

Paranormals have a 510 issue due to thread lock. the 166 uses the same 510 as the 75c. give this post a look.

Glad I can help. That is the reason I made this post to begin with; to help everyone with this problem, without you having to send it in.

On the Paranormal, the ohms jumping around has to do with the threadlock used on the 510. here is a post to help with that: with the vt75, it also has to do with the 510, the stainless top piece, where the atomizer attaches is just threaded into the aluminum housing of the mod. if this is loose, or if juice gets into the threads, it will have a hard time grounding, causing atomizer reading issues. Try tightening the ring, down snug, it should help remedy the error. just do not tighten it too tight, as you can crack the plastic underneath. If you still have issues, or do not feel comfortable doing the fixes yourself, open a ticket with Evolv. https://helpdesk.evolvapor.com/

What Mod is it? This sounds a lot like there is a broken battery terminal connection.

Glad I could Help.

Happy I could help. AND I too, have found you don't need to take any of the wires off to do this fix..

you're very welcome. glad to help. as for the wires touching, IF they were to touch, you would get a "Shorted" error message. but how it is positioned, when you screw an atomizer on, it actually pushes the center pin down, and that separates the two wires. also, there is a black insulator ring between the two rings. so there is very little chance of them ever shorting.

Looks to me like it has a bad battery tray connection inside the device. It could be something else, but I would start there, if you just bought it, try warrantying it through who you got it from, if not open a ticket with Evolv. https://helpdesk.evolvapor.com

It very well could be the positive solder as well, the last 2 paranormals I fixed, were a combination of the thread lock and positive connection. I cleaned the threadlock and tested, it still read high, added a bit of solder to positive ring, it read correctly. I'm not saying this is the Only issue with the resistance issues, but it is the only issue I have found so far. If you can't get it reading properly, open a ticket with Evolv and We'll get it fixed up for you https://helpdesk.evolvapor.com

We have brought this issue to their attention, and as far as I know, they have stopped using thread lock altogether.

Working on another one, I guess you could get away with not Desoldering as long as you make sure the wires don't twist too tight. but I, personally have better luck just getting the wire out of the way.

you need to desolder it so the 510 can spin apart, the ground wire prevents it from spining.

I just posted a new thread about this fix and it includes pictures. you can find it here:

Hello all, as promised, I have taken pictures along with a write up on how to fix the Paranormal that reads ohms too high. The 510 connector on the Paranormal has what I believe is thread lock between the ring where the ground wire is soldered to, and the main body of the connector. thread lock is a non-conductive substance which causes the Ohm readings to be off, However, it is an easy fix. I have included pictures for steps 1-5, after that, it is reassembly so follow steps 3-1 in reverse order. Step1: remove the 3 T5 torx screws that hold the 510 to the body. Step 2: carefully unsolder the ground (black) wire form the outer ring. (take care not to over heat and melt inner insulator ring.) Step 3: using two pair of adjustable jaw pliers, grab the edge of the 510 with one pliers, and the ring that the ground wire was connected to with the other, and unscrew the ring from the 510. (take care to not how the insulator ring goes in.) Step 4: clean out the threads inside the ring and off the threads of the main 510 body. Using a pair of tweezers or small flathead screw driver is a good idea. Step 5: wipe ofF threads with rubbing alcohol or acetone. Step 6: reassemble and tighten down ground ring to main body of 510. Step 7: re-solder the ground wire back to the ring, (don't hold heat on too long or you risk melting insulator ring.) Step 8: line up the 510 and reattach to body with 3 T5 screws. that will bring the ohm reading back to correct readings. Update to this list, this particular paranormal also had a spotty Positive connection, which also is an easy fix with a soldering iron, see last picture for fix. Edit: My test coil is a .29ohm coil for reference.

9/10 the incorrect ohm reading comes from a fault in the device build, either bad ground connection or a bad 510 design, NOT the board. even on other boards other than the 75c, there is typically an issue from the 510 if it reads high, or not at all.

sorry to hear it didnt fix your issue, might be something else I haven't seen yet on the 75c builds. When we receive it, ill definitely be taking a close look at it. and will share what I find.

Did you use a good flux, stainless is a pain to get anything to stick to without a good etching flux. so even with a blob of solder, it still could be an open connection. Open a ticket with Evolv, warranty is still valid on Evolv board. whether its board issue or 510 issue, We will get your device to read properly.

Awesome. Glad to help.