Waxtractor Mule?

[timtractor]

donmekka, I've been out of the office for a few days. I haven't seen any emails come across, but I will check the voicemail when I'm back on Monday.

 

[donmekka]

The scientific glass shop that we use, could without question fix it, so there are no doubt artistic glass blowers qualified in your local area.

Does it look like a fatal flaw that will reoccur without design upgrades? Was it cold when you tapped it?

No it wasn't cold and as far as a design flaw or defect I have no idea I am not qualified to make that call .I'll work on getting pics later.

 

[donmekka]

@timtractor hey bro I called June 3rd also emailed around the same time and replied to your message here. Just figured you guys were busy.Also hope you don't think i am putting you guys down Just reporting my experience for others.I am gonna try and get this one fixed cause i will say when it is not broke it is awesome. But just can justify buying a new one at this current time.

 

[ftwendy]

Does it look like a fatal flaw that will reoccur without design upgrades? Was it cold when you tapped it?

I had one of my Mules fail at the exact same place on the tube, at the bend below the fritted disc, but mine was under pressure! The break happened when I was unscrewing the valve to release the liquid butane for evap., and you can bet I was being gentle because this is already a replacement valve on the tube. . . thank the gods of planning for safe practice and a good environment..... Sheesh. What a mess, what a waste.

Be careful. These things are UBER fragile... I still like the idea, but this is an unacceptable failure imo

 

[timtractor]

I had one of my Mules fail at the exact same place on the tube, at the bend below the fritted disc, but mine was under pressure! The break happened when I was unscrewing the valve to release the liquid butane for evap., and you can bet I was being gentle because this is already a replacement valve on the tube. . . thank the gods of planning for safe practice and a good environment..... Sheesh. What a mess, what a waste.

Be careful. These things are UBER fragile... I still like the idea, but this is an unacceptable failure imo

Hey ftwendy, your security settings won't allow me to send a private message. We're moving into stainless steel in a similar setup and away from the glass. I've got a number of the glass units pressure tested and coated, I'd like to replace the broken one for you. Hit me up and let me know if you would like one.