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ELFIN 60W by S-BODY
ELFIN 60W by S-BODY

ELFIN 60W by S-BODY

 

Commercial characteristics

  • Sponsor who has loaned the product for the magazine: Do not wish to be named.
  • Price of the tested product: 71.10 Euros
  • Product category according to its selling price: Mid-range (from 41 to 80 euros)
  • Mod type: Variable power electronics and temperature control
  • Is the mod telescopic? No
  • Maximum power: 60 watts
  • Maximum voltage: Not applicable
  • Minimum value in Ohms resistance for a start: Less than 0.1

Reviewer comments on business characteristics

Elfin SX160 D30 60W. This is an extension name for a mod box that is nevertheless very small.

Straight from the Shenzhen firm S-Body, this equipment is indeed of a mini and compact size but it is equipped with a YiHi SX160 chipset, superior to the electronics of competing models: the Artery Nugget, the Target Mini or the Mini volt. The manufacturer is also recognized for using chipsets touted for their qualities, the Elfin also available in DNA40 and DNA75.

Mini in size but with a respectable power of 60W. Only the beauty of the beauty should go hand in hand with her size. Indeed, the box incorporates a 18500mAh proprietary 1300 battery which should not last very long before requiring a recharge, even if again, it is as good, or even better than the competitors.

Only the price is less well placed. The Elfin is a bit more expensive, but at this point I judge its quality to be superior to the models cited as an example.

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Physical characteristics and felt quality

  • Width or Diameter of the product in mms: 23
  • Product Length or Height in mms: 65
  • Product weight in grams: 125
  • Material composing the product: Zinc alloy
  • Form Factor type: Box mini - type IStick
  • Decorative style: Classic
  • Quality of decoration: Good
  • Is the coating of the mod sensitive to fingerprints? No
  • All components of this mod seem well assembled? Yes
  • Fire button position: Lateral near the top-cap
  • Fire button type: Mechanical metal on contact rubber
  • Number of buttons making up the interface, including touch zones if they are present: 2
  • Type of user interface buttons: Mechanical metal on rubber contact
  • Quality of the interface button (s): Very good, the button is responsive and does not make any noise
  • Number of parts in the product: 1
  • Number of threads: 1
  • Quality of the threads: Very good
  • 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: 4.3 / 5 4.3 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on physical characteristics and perceived quality

Beautiful quality of manufacture for this Elfin to the perfect finish.

The grip is a treat. Of course, the size has a lot to do with it, but it is above all the protective layer covering the box which is super pleasant. It looks like a rubberized coating but with a “peach skin” effect that I have already encountered… on beautiful printed plates, in the world of luxury brands.

According to the manufacturer, its box is made of zinc alloy thus allowing a contained weight but also greater possibilities in terms of molding. This cute and mini rectangle should satisfy those ladies who generally prefer discreet set-ups.

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Functional features

  • Type of chipset used: SX
  • Connection type: 510, Ego - via adapter
  • Adjustable positive stud? Yes, through a spring.
  • Lock system ? Electronic
  • Quality of the locking system: Good, the function does what it is for
  • Features offered by the mod: Display of the battery charge, Display of the resistance value, Protection against short circuits from the atomizer, Display of the current vape voltage, Display of the power of the current vape , Temperature control of the atomizer resistances, Clear diagnostic messages
  • Accu Compatibility: Proprietary Accus
  • Does the mod support stacking? No
  • Number of batteries supported: The batteries are proprietary / Not applicable
  • Does the mod retain its configuration without batteries? Not applicable
  • Does the mod offer a recharge feature? Charging function possible via Micro-USB
  • Is the recharge function pass-through? Yes
  • Does the mode offer a Power Bank function? No power bank function offered by the mod
  • Does the mode offer other functions? No other function offered by the mod
  • Presence of air flow regulation? Yes
  • Maximum diameter in mms of compatibility with an atomizer: 22.1
  • Accuracy of the output power at full charge of the battery: Excellent, there is no difference between the requested power and the real power
  • Accuracy of the output voltage at full charge of the battery: Excellent, there is no difference between the requested voltage and the actual voltage

Vapelier's note regarding functional characteristics: 4.8 / 5 4.8 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on functional features

Variable power (VW), temperature controls (TC) for resistive in Ni, Ti, SS 304 and X Pure, added to the TCR for wires not implemented in the chipset, here is a complete panoply to use this Elfin according to your wishes.

To use the interface. 5 clicks to switch on the box but switch off via the dedicated menu (system off).

To navigate the various menus, again 5 clicks on the switch and buttons (+) (-) for selection. 1 click on the switch to validate or change the menu.

Here are the basic principles to use it, knowing that vapers who have used YiHi electronics will be in familiar territory and that others will have to fumble a little to find the automatisms which, for sure, will come quickly.

For reloading the box. All you have to do is use the USB / Micro USB cord provided in the packaging and count on a good two hours for a full charge ... on condition that you do not vape without stopping since it is possible, the Elfin being equipped with the pass-through function.

As generally, the base of the mod is pierced with vents in case of degassing of the battery.

And finally, the Elfin comes with all the protections we have come to expect for our safety and proper use. Check atomizer, bad resistance calibration but also low battery or set-up too high in temperature are part of the lot.

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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? Yes
  • Is the manual understandable for a non-English speaker? No
  • Does the manual explain ALL features? Yes

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

Reviewer's comments on conditioning

Classic, sober and efficient. Exactly what we are entitled to claim for this type of material.

On the other hand, if there is a notice, it is of course in English… but also, and this will be very useful to you, I have no doubt… in Chinese.

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Appreciations in use

  • Transport facilities with the test atomizer: Ok for an inside jacket pocket (no deformations)
  • Disassembly and cleaning facilities: Super simple, even blind in the dark!
  • Easy to change batteries: Not applicable, the battery is only rechargeable
  • Did the mod heat up? No
  • Has there been any erratic behavior after a day of use? No
  • Description of situations in which the product has experienced erratic behavior

Vapelier's rating in terms of ease of use: 5/5 5 5 out of stars

Reviewer's comments on the use of the product

For the novice user who will only use the power mode, the Elfin is a very easy product.

Going into the details of the different menus is a little less intuitive. As I explained in the previous chapter, it will take some time to adapt to the YiHi chipset. Personally, it is the Joule expression that confused me a little but once acquired the subtleties, this box is relatively easy to use.

Among the subtleties in TC and especially TCR. You should know that the box must be equipped with the atomizer to be able to “check” the resistance, calibrate it and thus apply the correct heating coefficient that you have taken care to record.

Once the correct values ​​have been programmed, the temperature control works perfectly.

Whether in any mode of operation, the vape provided by the YiHi SX 160 chipset is a treat. Smooth signal, very short latency time, provide a round, homogeneous and very surprising vape on such a small machine.

The OLED screen is equipped with lighting and a font that gives it good readability.

The autonomy is in line with that expected with an 18500 1300mAh battery but is not prohibitive since I was able to vape without problem for half a day at values ​​oscillating around 30W for an ato at 0,6Ω.

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Recommendations for use

  • Type of batteries used during the tests: The batteries are owners on this mod
  • Number of batteries used during the tests: The batteries are proprietary / Not applicable
  • With what type of atomizer is it advisable to use this product? Dripper, Classic fiber, Sub-ohm assembly, Genesis-type rebuildable
  • With which model of atomizer is it recommended to use this product? Any atomizer in 22 diameter.
  • Description of the test configuration used: Dripper Zénith, Haze & Avocado 22
  • Description of the ideal configuration with this product: The short atos will be more aesthetic on the box.

was the product liked by the reviewer: Yes

Overall average of the Vapelier for this product: 4.8 / 5 4.8 5 out of stars

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The mood ticket of the reviewer

A “Top Mod” for a nice surprise reserved by the Elfin 60W.
I admit that I wasn't expecting it, even if when I opened the box and read its description I had some good clues in addition to an imperious haste to analyze it and especially to the use.

S-Body is not the most widely distributed brand, but this mini box has many arguments to make.

Mini, very small but sturdy inside to do the maximum.

If the proprietary battery can be a crippling argument for some, it will on the contrary be an advantage for others. By the way, remember that this is a principle similar to its main competitors. Advantage, because there are many refractory to the management of a removable battery. I am thinking in particular of the female gender who has nothing to do with this “pile” and who can be worried at the sight of it. This element holds true for many newcomers to the personal vaporizer user ecosystem as well.

This proprietary battery also contributes to more security for a public that is not made up only of geeks in the making. Its only flaw and I of course agree with this argument, being a box out of order when the battery is at the end of its life.

For more experienced users, I imagine this box as an additional model. Its small size will be comfortable in a pocket, at work, at the restaurant or at the movies. In any case it is as such as I used it during my test period. Assuring me beforehand of its good charge, it never left me in the dark, allowed me to test the many juices for which I am preparing the evaluation ... and all in perfect discretion ... uh ..., except the cloud behind me !

The YiHi SX160 chipset is worthy of more upscale box and its operation is a treat.

The small size, the quality of manufacture and handling are pure happiness. I love its coating to the touch… sensual.

Reasons to succumb; Elfin has a multitude of them and its success should be assured. We just have to hope that it is available in many shops.
For those who have “the exclusivity” of this inspired choice, take advantage of it because I think that the competition will not let up. I don't think this review bears the blame, although I cherish the secret hope of influencing a few readers, but I believe many stores will order.

See you soon for new hazy adventures,

Marquolive

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About the Author

Follower of the tobacco vape and rather "tight" I do not balk in front of good greedy clouders. I love flavor-oriented drippers but am very curious about the evolutions of our common passion for personal vaporizers. Good reasons to make my modest contribution here, no?