DaVinci is a Las Vegas-based brand specializing in vape devices and known for its Miqro, IQC, and IQ2 devices. The brand just dropped its newest product, the DaVinci Artiq, and I got to check it out.
Learn more about the brand's first 510-thread rechargeable cartridge vaporizer.
What is the DaVinci Artiq?
The DaVinci Artiq is a vaporizer for cannabis oils and concentrates in a standard 510-thread cartridge.
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It differs from most batteries in that the cartridge is completely hidden, making it great for consumers who are looking for a more discreet vape.
Design
The device comes in DaVinci's standard black, gray, and blue colorways. It measures 2.4 cm x 4.2 cm x 9 cm and weighs 5.3 ounces.
In addition to the Artiq, when you purchase the full package, you'll receive the following:
- Raised mouthpiece
- USC-B charging cable
- Alcohol cleaning wipes
- 3 pipe cleaners
- Upper silicone gasket
- Lower silicone gasket
- Lower silicone seal
- 2 metal collars
- DaVinci stickers
A new Artiq costs $59.99.
Features
With a new device comes new and updated features.
- Elongated airpath: According to DaVinci, the extended airpath in this device helps cool down vapor to room temperature levels and make it less harsh on your lungs and throat.
- Fully-concealed chamber: The shell conceals the cartridge, preventing oil content degradation and lending to discretion.
- Three heat modes
- Haptic draw feedback: The device vibrates as you use it.
DaVinci also warrants the Artiq — though not its accessories — against defects in materials and workmanship under regular use for one year from the date of purchase.
Temperature and battery life
Technically, the Artiq has four heating modes with a preheat setting of 1.8v, working as a variable voltage temperature, meaning the user can manually choose which temperature they want their device to be at. The Artiq heats in three seconds.
For inhalation, temperature ranges include:
- Low (Red): 2.8v — 392 - 410°F
- Medium (Yellow): 3.2v — 410 - 428°F
- High (Blue): 3.6v — 428 - 446°F
The hits are powered by a rechargeable 760 mAH battery that lasts the equivalent of 500 draws. It takes about 90 minutes to charge the device fully.
As with other devices, the lower the temperature, the more flavor; the higher the temperature, the more vapor. As usual, I preferred the medium setting when I used this device.
How to use the DaVinci Artiq
The Artiq is easy to use and more so to clean.
Step 1: Remove outer shell
Pull the top shell off your device by pulling it down from the base.
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Step 1: Insert cartridge
Screw your cartridge into one of the magnetic collars and snap your cartridge into place.
The LED light will flash green to confirm a connection between the cart and the battery. Replace the Artiq shell once you're done with the cart insertion.
Step 2: Power on
Turn on your device by hitting the power button five times.
Step 3: Choose temperature
If you click the power button twice, your Artiq will initiate a preheating cycle. This acts as a primer for your session.
Hit the power button three times to cycle through the heat settings.
Step 4: Hit
Once you hit your desired temperature, draw slowly.
Step 5: Power off
When you're done with the session, hold the power button and inhale to clear the airpath. This function acts as a carb for the device. Then, hit the power button five times to turn off the device and store it in your pocket.
Step 6: Clean
Since the cartridge is separate, it's easy to clean the Artiq. Simply wipe down the shell and mouthpiece with the alcohol cleaning wipes, and you're good to go.
DaVinci Artiq performance
DaVinci claims that the Artiq can cool vapor by 90% compared to other standard vaporizer batteries. The brand also claims that during extensive testing, the average vapor temperature from Artiq was 84°F (28°C) versus 153°F (67°C) from top loading 510 battery devices.
But I didn't detect much difference with the cooling claims. The Artiq seemed to hit like a regular vape.
Is the DaVinci Artiq worth it?
Opening the package reminded me of opening any of DaVinci's devices. It looks a lot like the Miqro and IQ2, so there wasn't much new-device excitement off of looks alone. But I was hyped to test the cooling system to see if the vapor hits were like putting ice in a bong. At least, that's what my mind thought it would be.
All in all, the DaVinci Artiq is great for people who like a fancy vape battery. The cooling technology and “reducing vapor heat by 90%” is a bit whatever, but the device still performs well. The hits are smooth, you get big clouds, and the design for a 510-thread battery is pretty dope.
But in the end, you'll mostly be paying for aesthetics and case functionality above all.
