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MAD Heaters TEMPEST 2: Review & Long-Term Test

Name: MAD Heaters TEMPEST 2: Review & Long-Term Test | from €172,57 (2026)
Item: MAD Heaters TEMPEST 2
Rating: 8
Author: VapoChecker

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Heating Method	Convection
Device Type	Ball Vape
Brand	MAD Heaters
Power Source	Butane
Heat-up Time	35 seconds
Weight	46 g
Dimensions	12.2 x 1.85 x 1.85 cm
Warranty	1 years
Water Pipe	View water pipe adapters
Session Mode	On-Demand
Temperature Control	Manual
Material	Dry Herb
Vapor Path	Metal
Replaceable Battery	No
Passthrough Charging	No
Charging Port	none

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