There are three resistances to pick from, and the airflow can be adjusted from tight to loose. The standout feature is the battery. When it runs out, you simply insert a charged spare instead of waiting by a cable. Every colour we carry is shown on this page.
Orca Vape San Dynasty Pro colours
There are seven finishes, all using the same CNC-machined anodised aluminium body. The only difference between them is the colour, so you can choose whichever you prefer, knowing the kit inside is identical.
| Colour | Finish |
|---|---|
| Stealth Black | Matte black |
| Atlantic Blue | Deep blue |
| Ocean Blue | Brighter blue |
| Billet Silver | Brushed silver |
| Rose Quartz | Soft pink |
| Lavender | Pale purple |
| Vintage Reverse | Retro two-tone finish |
About the Orca Vape San Dynasty Pro
Orca Vape developed the San Dynasty Pro together with Gerobak Vapor, and the battery is the main reason to consider it. Most pod kits have a sealed-in cell, so when it runs down, you are left waiting near a plug for a while. This one uses a removable 16500 1500mAh battery instead. You can charge a second one, keep it in your pocket, and swap it in as soon as the first is empty. If you are out for the day or away from home, that is more useful than any spec sheet can really show. If you would rather just plug in, it still charges inside the device over USB-C, or you can recharge the battery in the San Dynasty charger, which is sold separately.
You do not set the power yourself. A small 0.42-inch colour screen displays what is happening, and the kit reads the pod you have installed and selects a wattage up to 30W to match, so there is nothing for you to adjust. What you do control is the draw. Adjust the airflow and it shifts from a tight mouth-to-lung (MTL) pull, which is the cigarette-style draw most pod users want, to a looser restricted direct-lung (RDL) draw with more airflow. There is no fire button either. You just inhale through the 510 aluminium drip tip and it activates. Two pods are included in the box, a 0.6 ohm and a 0.8 ohm, so you can start right away and see which one you prefer.
San Dynasty Pro: full specifications
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery | Removable, rechargeable 16500 1500mAh (included) |
| Charging | USB-C (5V/2A) in the device, or the separate San Dynasty charger |
| Output | Automatic wattage up to 30W (reads the fitted pod) |
| Screen | 0.42-inch TFT colour display |
| Pods | Refillable 2ml, magnetic, mesh coil; two included (0.6 and 0.8 ohm) |
| Pod resistances | 0.4 ohm, 0.6 ohm and 0.8 ohm |
| Airflow | Adjustable, for MTL and RDL vaping |
| Firing | Draw-activated, with a 510 aluminium drip tip |
| Body | CNC-machined, anodised aluminium alloy |
| Developed by | Orca Vape and Gerobak Vapor |
Which San Dynasty pod should I use?
Spare pods are the refillable San Dynasty type with the coil built in, and they come in packs of three. The resistance you choose changes the draw and pairs with a different e-liquid.
| Pod | Best for |
|---|---|
| 0.8 ohm | Tightest draw, most similar to a cigarette. This is the one for 10mg and 20mg nic salts |
| 0.6 ohm | A bit more airflow than the 0.8 and slightly more vapour, still an MTL pod. Works well with nic salts |
| 0.4 ohm | The loosest of the three, warmer and produces more vapour. Suits lower-strength salts or a 50/50 freebase |
What to fill it with
Since it is refillable, you fill the 2ml pod from a bottle instead of buying prefilled ones. With the tighter 0.8 ohm pod, a 10ml nic salt at 10mg or 20mg is the obvious choice and delivers a smooth, cigarette-style hit. If you use the looser 0.4 ohm pod, you will want a lower strength, or it can be harsh. There is a full range of 10ml nic salt vape juice to fill it, along with the vape kits collection if you are still considering other devices.
One habit worth developing is priming a new pod. Put a few drops of e-liquid directly onto the coil, let it soak for a minute or two, then fill it and wait another five minutes before your first draw. If you skip this, the first puff tastes burnt. If you do it, the pod lasts longer as well. We offer free UK delivery on orders over £20 with same-day dispatch, and everything here is for over-18s only.
Orca Vape San Dynasty Pro FAQ
Does the San Dynasty Pro have a removable battery?
It does, and that is the main reason to buy it. The 16500 1500mAh battery lifts out, so a charged spare in your pocket means you never have to stop and wait on a charger. If you prefer to plug in, it accepts USB-C in the device, or you can use the separate San Dynasty charger.
Is the Orca Vape San Dynasty Pro refillable?
Yes. The 2ml pod fills from a bottle rather than coming pre-filled, attaches with a magnet, and the coil is already built in.
What pods does it take?
Orca Vape's own San Dynasty pods, three to a pack, in 0.4, 0.6 and 0.8 ohm. Choose the 0.8 if you want a tight draw with nic salts, or the 0.4 for a looser, airier draw.
Is it MTL or direct-lung?
It does both, to an extent. Close the airflow for a tight mouth-to-lung draw like a cigarette, or open it up for a restricted direct-lung draw with more air and vapour. Just match the pod resistance to whichever you prefer.
What e-liquid should I use in it?
A 10ml nic salt is the best match, especially in the 0.8 ohm pod, where 10mg or 20mg gives a smooth, cigarette-like hit. In the looser 0.4 ohm pod, you are better off with a lower strength, or a 50/50 freebase, so it remains comfortable.
How do I charge it?
You can either charge the battery inside the kit over USB-C, or remove it and place it in the separate San Dynasty charger. That second option is the main advantage, since it allows a spare to be ready for swapping in.