How To Repair SMOK Mag 510 Connector
NOTE: We are not responsible for any malfunctions or issues that may arise from this repair. The mod runs on two lithium ion cells and can be dangerous to a novice who isn’t sure of their abilities. Use caution and test your work before putting near your face.
Has your new SMOK Mag or Alien device begin to fall apart? First signs of issues are the tank wobbling, or the connector spinning when your installing your tank. If you are like me and keep your mod in your pocket, you have probably pulled it out by the tank quite a few times. SMOK design on the 510 connector is a press fit, the fit is fairly loose and the part gets hot quite often, with the added stress of pulling it out of pockets or holding it by the tank your 510 connector will loosen up.
Error messages such as “No Atomizer” or “Atomizer Short” “Low OHMs” and more are signs of a 510 connector that has come loose.
I have owned multiple SMOK devices and on both of them the 510 connector got loose or broke. I started to search for replacement parts with no luck. Then I decided to just search for the connector and found a very good manufacturer of 510 connectors with a nut to secure it. This is exactly what SMOK should have done from the beginning, especially since the TFV12 Prince is quite large and they must have seen quite a few loose 510 according to forums and reddits.
The manufacturer Varitube is who makes the VT-V1 and VT-V2 510 connector, but I ordered some of both and went with the V2 which is a soldered connection instead of a compression nut like on the V1.
Smok (Left) Varitube V1 (Right)
Alright, lets begin with the required tools and parts.
- Soldering Iron (V1 – If replacing ground ring ; V2 – positive connection and/or if replacing ground ring)
- Torx Driver to fit your mod’s screws
- Varitube V1 or Varitube V2 510 connector (20mm or 22mm)
- Wrench to tighten Nut on VT 510
- Pliers
- Small flathead screwdriver
- Loctite Blue
First, you will remove your tank and batteries and set them aside. Then, remove the 5 screws from the top of the mod box. Place them on a magnet or in a cup to avoid losing them.
Gently turn the top of the mod and pull it off at the same time. Be gentle so you don’t bread a solder joint. Once you have it apart, you want to turn your solder iron on, and unsolder the positive lead (white) from the bottom of the positive pin.
Then, proceed to the brass ring that is slip-fit onto the connector, if your 510 is loose already it should slip right off, followed by the ground ring. Otherwise it may require a small screwdriver or pliers.
Next you can decide whether you will desolder the existing ground ring or keep it. I had to modify the existing one by snipping it in the center of the ring and expanding it, the nut will hold tension once the new one is installed.
Get your new 510 adapter, remove all parts and check them. Ensure the spring is under the insulator from the top portion and then screw it all back together minus the backing nut. You will have to check fit on the top plate, I have had to ream some of these depending on how worn out the hole is from use. With the backing nut still removes try to insert the 510 connector into the top plate, if it doesnt fit (try threading it right also) then you will need to slightly open the hole with a drill bit or reamer.
Once the 510 will slip into the hole, place your ground strap onto the back of the 510 same as stock, and thread the nut onto the connector. I tightened it up first, but you may choose to wait until you solder the positive lead to the bottom of the 510.
You will want to flux the bottom of the 510, and add some solder. Then hold your positive lead and solder it to the bottom pad of the connector. Once you have ensured a good joint for the positive pin, reversd steps and reinstall the top of the mod. Ensure you test everything before putting it near your face.
I have an X-Priv mini and in the last few weeks the tank has started to wobble on the mod and it is having trouble reading new coils. I cannot remove the battery or really take this one apart. I am fairly new to vaping and I’m afraid I may damage something with out some pretty specific instructions, but I am curious if there is a way to fix it. I have spoken to madvapes and I am still under warranty for this kit, but replacement can take up to 4 weeks. Would it be better for me to find/borrow a suitable substitute and have it replaced, or could it be fixed fairly easily?
It can be fixed with a new 510 adapter and it happens quite often. I could fix it for a small fee if you wish.
I have a P3 doing the same thing. It does not have a brass ring around it. Do u know where I can purchase one to put on it to see if that will fix mine
Hey bro can you help me please
Sure, send me an email.
how much
for what?
Can you fix my 510 pin connection on my Smok Mag Kit? I can send you the image of it if you want?
We can fix it, if you wish to send it to us
Can you fix my Smok Mag Kit. The 510 pin connection broke off. How much would it be to fix it, and can you give me an alternative method of contact please
What size is it? 20 or 22mm? I have the mag. There is $1 to $6 prices. Witch one? How much to fix me or you?
Either one will work, and we can fix it for 30$ + ship both ways.
what size 20 or 22mm? Can you fix?
So which Varitube version did you finally use on your SMOK Mag?
I am in UK, so I don’t want to get the wrong part.
There were two available and I have used the 20mm and the 22mm to fix it. As you can tell the black part in 20mm is the one I used the first time around.
i have a smok mag grip kit and the 510 connector is loose. it is also a press fit. looking at the varitube connector it seems that the back is longer than the original 510 connector. do you know if the varitube will still work or do they make some with a shorter back
From what I can remember the longer neck didn’t affect operation, there was room inside the mag for it to fit. I had room to attach the nut and still not short out on anything inside.
Hey Justin I’m willing to send it to you I’ve got a mag kit I see the problem you have described and yeah I had the warning messages too just managed to work around them. Yet the tank getting stuck trying to remove it because the 510 connection spins that was a problem. If you can fix it, it would be nice to have a backup.
Okay, you can use the contact page to send me an email.
Hi I have 2x smok mag vape that needs the 510 replacing. How much would it cost for you to fix?? Including postage. Plz email me at sullivanpete81@gmail.com. many thanks pete your help would be much appreciated
Hello. We can help you and will be intouch
I have the morph 219 and the little sliver piece that is on the mod looks like it came un welded so when I put the tank on the silver piece stays on the tank. What can I do?
What metal and flux do you use for soldering the red wire to the 510 connector pin? I am new to soldering if you cant tell…
Currently having a huge issue with my mag p3 mini and don’t understand how to fix it. Under the vent connecter to the vape the small connector screw came loose and I have no way of getting to it. Any suggestions?
Not sure would need a photo