The Uwell Caliburn G3 is the latest iteration of Uwell’s popular Caliburn pod vaping series. As an upgrade over the previous Caliburn G2 model, it packs several major improvements to enhance the overall vaping experience.
Key upgrades include a larger 900mAh battery, adjustable wattage up to 25W, adjustable airflow, and larger e-liquid capacity pods. The Caliburn G3 retains the same slim and narrow dimensions as earlier Caliburn devices but with a visual refresh.
Caliburn G3 Updates and Enhancements
Compared to prior Caliburn G kits, Uwell lists the following enhancements for the G3:
- 25% more e-liquid capacity per pod (2.5ml vs 2ml)
- 20% larger 900mAh battery (up from 750mAh)
- New lower resistance pod options down to 0.6ohms
- Higher 25W max power output (up from 11W previously)
- Brighter OLED screen for adjusting settings
- 2A quick charging via USB-C
The switch to fixed coil rather than replaceable coil pods also aims to minimize leaking. And a special ultrasonic welding production method better seals pods to prevent juice leaks.
Users can now choose between button firing, auto draw activation, or both. Adjustable airflow arrives through simply rotating the pod180° in its socket.
Package Content:
- 1* Caliburn G3 device
- 1* 0.6ohm pod
- 1* 0.9ohm pod
- 1* Type-C charging cable
- 1* Lanyard
- 1* User manual
Specification:
- Size: 115.5mm by 24mm by 13.9mm
- Battery Capacity: 900mAh
- Max Wattage: 25W
- Charging: Type-C Port
- Operation: Single Button Operation – Button/Draw-Activation
- Pod Capacity: 2.5mL
- LED Display Screen
Premium Design and Build Quality
Like earlier Caliburn G devices, the G3 utilizes a slim and portable shape able to fit in pockets or small bags. While marginally larger in all dimensions than the G2, the difference proves minor visually.
An aluminum alloy chassis with matte coating lends durability while resisting fingerprints or scratches. Subtle aesthetic touches provide understated class without bright colors potentially attracting youth interest.
The firing button connects flush with the surface but gets a textured finish for easier location by feel. Below sits a compact OLED display for monitoring vaping statistics and battery level at a glance.
Signature Caliburn design cutouts on the pod socket offer an unobstructed view of remaining e-liquid levels. The deep, secure magnetic connection also completely prevents pod loosening or accidental disconnection.
After over a week of testing including transport in bags and pockets plus multiple drops, the Caliburn G3 suffered zero exterior damage thanks to its solid unibody metal construction.
Improved Caliburn G3 Pods
The shift to ultrasonically welded fixed coil pods aims to eliminate previous coil replacement needs while also enhancing leak protection. So far, not a single drop escaped around pods despite frequent transport and heavy use.
Side fill pods for the standard 2.5ml capacity models worked flawlessly with nozzle tips from my preferred 30ml e-liquid bottles. Child-resistant top fill pods meeting TPD capacity regulations will also be available.
I tested both the 0.6ohm and 0.9ohm resistances included with the kit, with a 1.2ohm MTL-focused option expected later. After nearly two weeks of heavy vaping, neither pod showed signs of burning or flavor reduction.
Key Features and Adjustability
While the Caliburn G3 retains a straightforward exterior design, opening the pod bay reveals a detailed OLED packed with helpful usage statistics. It displays current settings like power level, pod resistance, firing mode preference, plus handy data like puff counts.
The ability to disable either the button or auto firing gives users flexibility aligning with their preferences. Adjustable airflow arrives through simply flipping the pod orientation, providing either a tighter MTL draw or airier RDL hit.
Handy battery life extensions like passthrough charging support let you continue vaping while charging. The USB-C port also enables swiftly restoring from empty to full battery in as little as 30 minutes.
Strong Battery Life and Charging Speed
The 900mAh battery exceeds the G2’s 750mAh capacity, although units with higher baseline performance exist among competitors. Running my preferred 0.6ohm pod at 18W generally provided full day usage from a single charge.
As mentioned, when depleted, the Caliburn G3’s 2A fast charging delivered a full charge in under 30 minutes during testing. This ensures minimal device downtime if you do fully drain the battery with heavy usage.
The easy-to-read OLED screen clearly displays remaining usage time estimates along with charging status. It also eliminates guessing games around completion thanks to on-screen charging progress indicators and alerts.
Smooth Performance Across All Modes
After just an initial half-day of use, the Caliburn G3’s seamless functionality already had me considering adopting it as my daily device. Neither the button nor auto-draw activation modes skipped a beat, instantly producing thick, flavorful vapor every time.
Even dropping to the minimum 5W setting saw no reduction in vapor production speed or density. The 0.6ohm and 0.9ohm pod options both provide tremendous flavor consistently even after weeks of testing.
Adjusting settings like airflow and power proves simple thanks to the detailed OLED display. Finding the right settings to match preferences takes only moments whether seeking a tighter MTL inhale or looser DTL hit. Flipping the pod to reduce airflow noticeably alters draw tightness too.
Conclusion and Recommendation
As an admirer of Uwell’s previous Caliburn and other pod devices, my expectations ran high for the upgraded Caliburn G3. Having utilized the G2 extensively upon launch, the changes and improvements delight across the board.
The G3 outclasses its predecessor vastly regarding battery life, vapor quality, flavor consistency, and leakage protection. Current Caliburn G2 owners receive tremendous benefit upgrading to reap sizeable enhancements. Even newcomers to Uwell’s pods should find this model provides their best vaping experience yet.
While not the flashiest or most feature-packed pod device available, everything the Caliburn G3 does, it accomplishes brilliantly. I happily recommend it to all pod shoppers after a robust daily unit able to grow alongside their vaping journey. No hesitation exists naming the G3 my new all-day pod vape thanks to Uwell nailing the formula yet again.
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