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Air Bar Vibe 2 Payment and Credit Terms Checklist 2026
Published 2026 · VapeWholesaleHub trade desk
Payment and credit terms shape cash flow as much as unit price does for Vibe 2.
Buyers who treat payment and credit terms as a commercial discipline rather than an afterthought tend to hold margin for longer.
Seasonality interacts with payment and credit terms more than most forecasts allow for, so a rolling review beats an annual one.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Vibe 2
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
Shops that receive a short briefing on payment and credit terms convert noticeably better than shops that only receive stock.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Vibe 2 |
| Brand | Air Bar |
| Category | Pod Systems |
| Battery | 900 mAh |
| Output range | 12-60 W |
| Capacity | 5.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 1A |
| Coil options | 0.8 / 1.2 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 50 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
Cash flow is the quiet constraint behind payment and credit terms: the cheapest option is rarely the one that frees the most working capital.
Shops that receive a short briefing on payment and credit terms convert noticeably better than shops that only receive stock.
Checklist
- Confirm the exact configuration in writing before the deposit is paid.
- Review the reorder point after one full selling cycle.
- Record the arrival condition with photographs on the day of delivery.
- Request batch photographs and a packing list prior to shipment.
- Agree in advance who pays for return freight on a defect claim.
- Keep certificates current and filed against the exact model name.
Commercial terms
Lead times are a function of component availability as much as factory capacity, so buffers should reflect both.
Agreeing a defect handling procedure before the first shipment removes emotion from later conversations.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (144 units) | Tier 1 | 7-12 days |
| Pallet (586 units) | Tier 2 | 21-30 days |
| Container (11638 units) | Tier 3 | 14-21 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Vibe 2 order?
Typically a deposit on confirmation and the balance before shipment, moving to better terms with history.
Do you support long term supply agreements?
Yes, rolling agreements with defined review points work better for both sides than rigid annual commitments.
Is documentation provided for customs?
Commercial invoice, packing list and the relevant certificates are supplied; the importer's broker handles the declaration.
How quickly can a repeat order be produced?
For established configurations production typically runs two to four weeks, with transit on top depending on the chosen method.
Final word
The buyers who do this well are not luckier; they are simply more consistent about the basics.
Trade enquiry
Quotations, samples and artwork files are available on request. Please state model, quantity per SKU, destination and target delivery window.
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