Welcome to your new 3D-printed capsule handle v2s! Maybe you got them with podpoi (nice choice), or you’re planning on adding them to your other poi (most excellent), either way you’ll soon experience the joys of illuminated poi handles.                    


Capsule handles are designed to house capsule lights. You can find basic instructions on how your capsule lights work in a separate guide. More in-depth instructions on all our props and lights are available on flowtoys.com/product-support


On this page, you'll find information about:

  • Charging your capsule handles
  • Sizing/finishing smithy cord leashes
  • The custom capsule handle swivels (for 6mm smithy cord)
  • Sizing/finishing FPC rope leashes 
  • Basic V2 capsule functionality

                   

Charging your capsule handles: 


Charging port access is integrated into the design of capsule handle shells. Simply turn the shell until the opening lines up with your capsule’s usb charging port. Plug into usb and voila! 

                                    

Pro-tip: To avoid getting dirt/dust in your capsule light when not charging, turn the shell, so the USB port is not exposed.  


The new design is much improved - if you'd like to upgrade here are the links:



                    

Adjusting leash length & finishing leash end: 


Capsule handle v2s come with either 10mm FPC cord or 6mm smithy cord leashes. Check out the photo below to see both cord options side by side. 


Depending on which cord option you have, check below for the relevant sizing/finishing instructions. 




Sizing/finishing 6mm smithy cord leashes:


  • Step 1: Wrap masking tape around the tip of the smithy cord to prevent it from fraying when cut

  • Step 2: Trim off the end your taped smithy cord leash


  • Step 3: Use a lighter to lightly melt the end so it has a flat, solid end and then remove the tape

  • Step 4: Thread the flattened end of the smithy cord through the large welded o-ring and the swivel ring



  • Step 5: Thread the cord back through the welded ring

  • Step 6: Carefully melt a 1/8th inch section at the end of the cord until it starts to bubble and form it into a ball shape using the flat edge of the pliers. We've included a photo of the melted end and welded ring/swivel connection below


                 


Step 7: Pull the cord tight and you're ready to flow! 



Custom swivels: Capsule handles with smithy cord come with custom swivels that have a washer. If you are rigging swivels into your handles for the first time, you’ll want these custom swivels to ensure they’re securely attached to your handle. Email us at info@flowtoys.com to request a pair.


Sizing/finishing FPC leashes: 


Check out the video below to see how to cut/finish FPC leashes. 


Pro tip - Slide the capsule handle shell down the leash towards the head end - do not take it off the leash entirely! It will make it much easier to reassemble the capsule handle leash once you've sized/finished the cord. 




                
 


Now that you've assembled your capsule handles, we encourage you to check out these other useful resources to get the most out of your rig: