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Cthulhu RTA V2 by Cthulhu Mod
Cthulhu RTA V2 by Cthulhu Mod

Cthulhu RTA V2 by Cthulhu Mod

Commercial characteristics

  • Sponsor having loaned the product for the magazine: The little vaper
  • Price of the tested product: 44.90 Euros
  • Product category according to its selling price: Mid-range (from 36 to 70 euros)
  • Atomizer type: Classic rebuildable
  • Number of resistances allowed: 2
  • Resistance Type: Classic Reconstructible, Rebuildable Micro Coil, Reconstructible Classic Temperature Controlled, Rebuildable Micro Coil with Temperature Control
  • Type of wicks supported: Cotton, Fiber Freaks Density 1, Fiber Freaks Density 2, Fiber Freaks Cotton Blend
  • Quantity in milliliters announced by the manufacturer: 4.7

Reviewer comments on business characteristics

The chtulululu, not the Chtullu, thin the Cthulhu, is part of this new family of tank atomizers (RTA) which aims to reconcile dripper lovers with tank atomizers. Made in China by Cthulhu Mod, this product is in the average price observed for this type of product.

This atomizer has a wide range of use thanks in particular to its two mounting plates. Recently, I met the Crius which I really liked in terms of vaping (less in terms of design). So I'm very curious to dissect this Cthulhu which takes its name from a monstrous entity from the fantasy universe of HP Lovecraft and see if it holds the comparison with the Crius.

Physical characteristics and felt quality

  • Width or Diameter of the product in mms: 22
  • Length or height of the product in mms as it is sold, but without its drip tip if it is present, and regardless of the length of the connection: 57
  • Weight in grams of the product as sold, with its drip tip if it is present: 65
  • Material composing the product: Stainless steel, Pyrex
  • Form Factor Type: Kayfun / Russian
  • Number of component parts without screws and washers: 11
  • Number of threads: 4
  • Quality of the threads: Good
  • Number of O-rings, Dript-Tip excluded: 5
  • Quality of O-rings present: Sufficient
  • O-ring positions: Drip-Tip Connection, Top Cap - Tank, Bottom Cap - Tank, Other
  • Capacity in milliliters actually usable: 4.7
  • Overall, do you appreciate the quality of manufacture of this product with regard to its price? Yes

Rating of the vapelier as to feelings quality: 3.9 / 5 3.9 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on physical characteristics and perceived quality

Given its name, we suspect that our atomizer will not shine by its design. It is true that the drawing is not the most engaging. From there to compare him to a monster, even if he was an Old God, should not be exaggerated.

The Cthulhululu (I can't get used to it) is quite slender, the pyrex tank is very exposed, even if it is not under too much pressure.

The stepped top cap makes our atomizer look like it is wearing a hat.

The atomization chamber, located at the base, bears a laser engraving depicting the monster. On the base, there is of course an airflow adjustment ring. Above, another ring with a grip is used to regulate the flow of juice.

The ato is completely disassembled and has two decks in the basic kit: one for a single coil assembly that looks like a subtank base and a Velocity style double-coil deck that looks like the Crius base.

As on the Crius, a ring keeps the locks in place, but that of the Cthulhu unscrews, which is a real plus, we will see why further.

The materials are correct, only the transparent joints in place on the bottom and the top of the pyrex tank are fragile. Indeed, during the first disassembly, one of the two adhered to the pyrex and was slightly damaged.

The machining is correct for the price. So, for now, this literary monster is qualitatively on par with the Crius. However, with the second deck, it takes a slight advantage as it allows the Cthulhu to suit a larger number of vapers while offering greater vape versatility.

Cthulhu dismounted

Functional features

  • Connection type: 510
  • Adjustable positive plot? No, a flush mount can only be guaranteed through an adjustment of the positive pad of the battery or the mod on which it will be installed
  • Presence of air flow regulation? Yes, and variable
  • Diameter in mms maximum of the air regulation possible: 10
  • Minimum diameter in mms of the air regulation possible: 2
  • Positioning of the air regulation: Positioning of the air regulation adjustable effectively
  • Atomization chamber type: Bell type
  • Heat dissipation of the product: Normal

Reviewer's comments on functional features

First thing: the assembly of the coils is very easy, and this on the two trays.

The pads accept wires of good diameter. On the single coil I used a clapton type cable and I made a 3,5mm coil, which seems very correct. On the double, I used 0,5 kanthal, I made two 3 mm coils without any problem, again.

Cthulhu deck

The ring that flattens the wicks can be removed, which makes it possible to install the fiber freaks or cotton very easily and efficiently. The top-cap, which still looks like a hat, allows filling from the top. We unscrew the 510 port which accommodates the drip-tip and thus we easily fill the atomizer.

Cthulhu filling

Of course, it will be necessary to close the arrival of juice with the ring which has a grip when filling. This liquid flow adjustment is effective and will save you in case of wrong cotton dosage, but as so often, an engraving is missing to indicate the direction of rotation for opening or closing. However, a little laser light and presto, the vapoteur is happy!

The airflow, also adjustable, allows you to go from very airy to tight easily, but let's be clear, this atomizer is still more made for the air than the tight.

Cthulhu air flow
We can see that there again, the Cthululululu (sorry, but I have trouble with this name) does a little better than the Crius and this, mainly thanks to this little trick of the unscrewable retaining ring which allows greater comfort for the placement of cotton. It's not much but you had to think about it.

Drip-Tip Features

  • Drip tip type: 510 Only
  • Presence of a Drip-Tip? Yes, the vaper can immediately use the product
  • Length and type of drip-tip present: Medium
  • Quality of the present drip-tip: Good

Reviewer's comments on the Drip-Tip

It is not one but two drip-tips that you will find with the Cthulhu. A metal and a plastic, both medium in size. There is nothing notable to report about them.

Evaluation of the packaging

  • Presence of a box accompanying the product: Yes
  • Would you say that the packaging is up to the price of the product? Yes
  • Presence of a user manual? No
  • Is the manual understandable for a non-English speaker? No
  • Does the manual explain ALL features? No

Vapelier's note on packaging: 2 / 5 2 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on conditioning

The Cthulhu is presented in a rather flexible plastic case. It looks a bit like a “hardware” type box found in a DIY department. Failing to be extraordinary, this box is functional.

In addition the kit is complete: two tanks, two drip-tips, two decks. All this for around forty euros, I think it's not bad.

Where the picture is spoiled, it is at the level of the instructions. Nada, nothing, nothing, not the shadow of a manual. It's a shame, the product is very good, not necessarily complicated to understand, but that does not excuse the absence of a guide.

It is true that this product is not intended for beginners, but even an experienced vaper may need to be advised in the implementation of the atomizer. By this, I mean, among other things, having data on the positioning of the coil, on the recommended resistance, the optimal diameter ... In short, for your v3, please us, a notice please!?! It pains me to see the rating of an atomizer go down for something so obvious and trivial at the same time.

Cthulhu package

Appreciations in use

  • Transport facilities with mod of test configuration: Ok for an inside jacket pocket (no deformations)
  • Disassembly and cleaning facilities: Easy but requires a workspace
  • Filling facilities: Easy, even standing in the street
  • Easy to change resistors: Easy but requires a workspace to lose nothing
  • Is it possible to use this product throughout the day with several vials of EJuice? Yes perfectly
  • Was there leak after one day of use? No
  • In the event of leaks during the tests, descriptions of the situations in which they occurred:

Vapelier's note on ease of use: 4 / 5 4 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on the use of the product

This atomizer is easy enough to live.

The assembly of the coils is facilitated by the easy access to the work plate. The positioning of the cotton is also quite simple, in particular thanks to the unscrewable retaining ring. The filling is obvious. 

The only downside is the blind adjustment of the arrival of juice, without any engraving to indicate the direction of rotation of the ring to open or close. And also, to a lesser extent, the exposure of the tank to shocks, but hey that does not affect the excellent performance of the Cthulhu. The vape is generously greedy.

Recommendations for use

  • With which type of mod is it advisable to use this product? Electronics AND Mechanics
  • With which mod model is it advisable to use this product? Something that boosts
  • What type of EJuice is it recommended to use this product with? All liquids no problem, I don't recommend it for 100% VG liquids
  • Description of the test configuration used: Double coil / 0,45ohm / pre-cut fiber wick classic 2 density and single coil Clapton to 0,6 ohm
  • Description of the ideal configuration with this product: I do not know what to say both plateau offers a good Vape although different.

was the product liked by the reviewer: Yes

Overall average of the Vapelier for this product: 4.3 / 5 4.3 5 out of stars

Link to a video review or blog maintained by the reviewer author of the review

 

The mood ticket of the reviewer

Like the Crius, the Cthulhu does not get the grade for having a top ato.

The absence of instructions and some small defects would normally deprive it of this very controlled designation of origin. But I ignore it for once, because the pleasure of vaping is there.

The design is not the most successful, but the technical solutions, the ease of implementation and use immediately make this product an excellent quality / price ratio. We also note a complete package, no need to buy optional accessories.

And where the monster wins, in my opinion, its name, it is on the quality of vape that it offers both on the production of vapor, and for the expression of flavors. I also think that it will join my collection unless I find the info of an approaching V3 which would correct some of the defects noted.

But let's be clear, the faults are forgotten from the first puffs. So, indulge yourself and adopt a monster, a cross not of a squid and an octopus, but of a dripper and a tank.

And do not forget : "Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn ” 

Good luck and thank you to the little vaper

Vince

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Present since the beginning of the adventure I do in the juice and stuff always keeping in mind that we all started a day. I always put myself in the skin of the consumer by carefully avoiding not falling into the geek attitude.