The Tesla Invader III is a powerful mod that can deliver up to 240W, making it a fantastic choice for anyone who loves intense vapor production. It has solid built and it is clearly designed to impress user who want a high quality, yet affordable box mod to use with RDAs. Tesla is a well-established Chinese manufacturer that enjoys a solid reputation in the vaping industry. The Invader 2 is a great choice for wooden box mod fans and in this review, we will find out how the Invader III will suit anyone who is looking for high power and stunning design.
Presentation and Design
The Tesla Invader III comes in a solid black and red cardboard box, which contains the device, as well as a user’s manual and quality control certification. The mod is made of high quality Zinc allow and it uses two 18650 high drain batteries. There are three colors available: black, stainless steel and blue. Since the Tesla Invader III offers great quality and you can get it for under $40, it is an option that offers great value for money. For a low price, you can get a premium device built with solid materials and impeccable finish. It is made to last and it features scratch resistant paint. Although at 200g it is heavier than other options available, the Tesla Invader III is portable and comfortable to hold. It is one of the best compact box mods available in the market.
The top side of the Tesla Invader III has a 510 connector with floating center silver plated brass pin. While it doesn’t have an OLED or LED display, or adjustment buttons, there is a LED notification light on the side. The overall design is very simple but it works well. The round firing button that is located on the main side and it has a potentiometer allows you to adjust the voltage and vent holes for the batteries on the base. The battery door has two large magnets that keep it in place, meaning that you won’t need to adjust anything because it is designed to fit seamlessly. The two high drain 18650 batteries are connected in series and ensure that you get minimum. You can get similar batteries from Tesla and charge and discharge them at the same time, when you use the device.
Inside the battery compartment, you can find clear instructions to place the cells correctly. The mod also features a selction of options designed to increase safety while using the device such as reverse battery protection, low voltage protection, short circuit protection and temperature protection. Since the Invader III can support resistance as low as 0.1 Ohm, an ideal option to use the mod is to combine it with different types of pre-built wires such as Twisted, Quad Twisted and Clapton. The voltage adjustment potentiometer allows you to select the amount of power that you get from the box mod. It can go from 3.6V to 6.6V. The wattage can go up to 240W and with some RDAs, you can reach that and get a maximum current of 45A. If you use higher capacity batteries, you could even go above 240W, although this is not advisable.
Performance
The LED notification light blinks whenever the device is turned off, after 5 clicks or when if something goes wrong with the atomizer or the batteries. The voltage adjustment potentiometer has five intervals (I-V) although the actual values are not mentioned. To increase or reduce the power, you can twist the knob using a screwdriver. When it comes to performance, the mode is an incredibly powerful option that delivers the best results when used along with an RDA or high power tank. This will allow you to enjoy incredible vapor production. If preferred, it can also be used with any RTA or tank. The Tesla Invader III offers beautiful design, durability and simplicity. Just keep in mind that you will need an external charger since it doesn’t have micro-USB cable or charging port.
Conclusion
The Tesla Invader III is a powerful mod that provides great performance and incredible clouds, specially if you use it with an RDA or a high power tank. The Invader III also works with any RTA or tanks and the quality of the design and the sturdiness of the device, will allow you to enjoy it for a long time. While it doesn’t feature a LED display, the mod works really well and it is a great option for anyone looking for simplicity.