TEMPEST 2 — Black - Purple

The TEMPEST 2 is made from Grade 5 titanium with zirconium oxide balls for heat retention. Grade 5 titanium is also used in medical engineering and aerospace because it does not release harmful substances at high temperatures.

The body is light, extremely heat-resistant and biologically inert. At vaporiser temperatures, titanium remains flavour-neutral. The chamber has three positions for the screen, allowing the load size to be adjusted to approx. 0,1 g, 0,15 g or 0,2 g. It is equally suitable for microdosers and full sessions. With a total weight of only 46 g, the TEMPEST 2 is one of the lightest Ball Vape stems available; by comparison, the Vestratto Tornado weighs over 60 g. Titanium also feels pleasantly warm and conducts heat more slowly than stainless steel.

The jet flame offers maximum control and costs only 10–20 €, while the induction heater is more consistent and more convenient for daily users.

The TEMPEST 2 works with any single jet flame, but also with induction heaters such as the YLL 3.0 from MAD Heaters itself. Heat-up time with a jet is approx. 15–20 seconds, and with an IH approx. 10–15 seconds depending on the mode.

The flame method offers maximum control, as the temperature can be adjusted intuitively through the flame distance and angle. IH mode is more convenient and more repeatable: two modes (Session and On-Demand) cover different draw styles. Both methods deliver dense convection draws because the zirconium oxide balls act as heat storage and release the heat evenly into the air regardless of the source.

Via induction heaters such as the YLL 3.0, the TEMPEST 2 supports two modes: Session (constant power) and On-Demand (short energy pulses).

The first mode delivers even, regulated power for session-based vaping, so the material is extracted over a longer period at a constant temperature, similar to an electronic session vaporiser.

The second mode works with short energy pulses, which are particularly well suited to on-demand draws: heating happens only while inhaling, which reduces material consumption and allows for more intense single draws. Both modes use the zirconium oxide balls as heat storage; the difference lies in the energy input, not in the vapour path. The compatible YLL 3.0 supports both modes directly.

The TEMPEST 2 fits directly into 10 mm, 14 mm and 18 mm water filter adapters, without any additional adapter.

This covers the three most common joint sizes. Water cooling makes the vapour noticeably smoother, which is especially important at higher temperatures (from 210 °C upwards). For the best effect, a small bubbler setup with minimal dead space is recommended, so the vapour does not cool too much and the flavours are preserved. The combination of zirconium oxide convection and water filtration produces surprisingly dense, cool draws that directly recall desktop Ball Vapes such as the FlowerPot B2. The integrated WPA connection on the TEMPEST 2 sits firmly and does not wobble.

Both are premium titanium Ball Vapes; the TEMPEST 2 weighs less and offers three chamber positions, while the Tornado stands out with spin airflow.

In terms of flavour, both produce excellent vapour. The TEMPEST 2 is lighter and more flexible in load size, while the Tornado feels more premium in its finish thanks to its spin-airflow design.

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Soak the zirconium oxide balls and the screen in isopropyl alcohol (90 %+) for 15–30 minutes, rinse them, then leave them to air-dry. Clean the titanium body with a pipe cleaner.

Titanium is corrosion-resistant and can handle even longer soaking without damage. Cleaning interval: after around 10–15 sessions, a thorough clean is recommended. With daily use, it is enough to give the screen a quick blow-out after each session. The modular design of the TEMPEST 2 makes maintenance particularly easy: all parts can be taken apart without tools, cleaned individually, and replaced cheaply when worn. Replacement screens and balls are available directly from MAD Heaters.