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MickiO · 08-05-2009, 08:39 PM

At the risk of sounding stupid, what do I need to use to measure ml. with?
I've read about DIY alot on this forum, there's alot of helpful info, but I can't find anything that tells how to measure liquids/ml. other than 1 ml.= 20 drops. Is there a vial or something I can buy to measure out ml.?

Lalesa · 08-05-2009, 08:53 PM

Not a stupid question at all. We, here in the U.S., aren't used to dealing with ml - we're used to teaspoon, tablespoon measurements LOL

What you need to get is a syringe like when you get a shot from the doctor. The needle is up to you. There are vendors on here that carry them. I get mine from our local feed & tack store. Some pharmacies will sell a couple to you. Depending on the laws of your state. I don't use a needle on mine, but that's just preference.
You can also use children's medicine droppers. Easily obtained at Walmart or any drug store.

Here is a site with teaspoon/ml equivalents
measurement of medicines

Kate51 · 08-05-2009, 08:53 PM

Hi, I'm stupid too. But just bought a 100ml beaker, looks like an 8" high test tube, will 2ml graduations marked on it. Otherwise, you can get a common syringe, some do have ml markings, no needle required. Great for smaller amounts of flavors, etc.

Lalesa We both posted at the same time! Love your avatar, is he a friend of yours??
Good point with the dropper, I haven't seen a marked one for a long time, guess I was looking in the wrong place! Thanks.

C6Silver · 08-05-2009, 08:59 PM

Remember also that 1mL=1cc. You will come across 'cc' units as well.

MickiO · 08-05-2009, 09:04 PM

Thanks so much all you guys, I want to try using unflavored mg and add my own flavors,

42109 · 08-05-2009, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lalesa

Not a stupid question at all. We, here in the U.S., aren't used to dealing with ml - we're used to teaspoon, tablespoon measurements LOL

...Cups, Quarts, Feet, Yards...
That the US didn't convert to the Metric system when I was in the 1st grade is what is stupid. What a country!

MickiO · 08-05-2009, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C6Silver

Remember also that 1mL=1cc. You will come across 'cc' units as well.

"C6Silver"
I have an old syringe I had for my pets medicine, it has marked "cc" marked on it, guess I could use that. Or on second thought, that kinda creeps me out, if I washed it out real good, oh fiddle, maybe I'll invest in a new one. lol

Scubabatdan · 08-05-2009, 11:23 PM

I bought one of these at CVS in the childrens area:

Dropper Dispenser

Works perfect for me!
The one I got has the ml and tsp measurments on the dropper and the dispenser.
Hope this helps.
Dan

BrewCityVaporess · 08-05-2009, 11:34 PM

I got childrens medicine droppers free at Walgreens. Just ask for them at the pharmacy counter.

C6Silver · 08-06-2009, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MickiO

"C6Silver"
I have an old syringe I had for my pets medicine, it has marked "cc" marked on it, guess I could use that. Or on second thought, that kinda creeps me out, if I washed it out real good, oh fiddle, maybe I'll invest in a new one. lol

Hmmm, you know, syringes are cheap enough that I think I'd get a new one as well....

08-05-2009, 08:39 PM	#1
MickiO Super Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 324 Tweet this post!	What do I need to use, to measure ml. ? At the risk of sounding stupid, what do I need to use to measure ml. with? I've read about DIY alot on this forum, there's alot of helpful info, but I can't find anything that tells how to measure liquids/ml. other than 1 ml.= 20 drops. Is there a vial or something I can buy to measure out ml.? Last edited by MickiO; 08-05-2009 at 08:59 PM. Reason: clarifcation

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Kate51 Supporting Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Argyle Wi USA Posts: 1,935	Hi, I'm stupid too. But just bought a 100ml beaker, looks like an 8" high test tube, will 2ml graduations marked on it. Otherwise, you can get a common syringe, some do have ml markings, no needle required. Great for smaller amounts of flavors, etc. Lalesa We both posted at the same time! Love your avatar, is he a friend of yours?? Good point with the dropper, I haven't seen a marked one for a long time, guess I was looking in the wrong place! Thanks. __________________ Smokers have more choices than just quitting or dying Last edited by Kate51; 08-05-2009 at 08:55 PM.

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Scubabatdan Super Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dothan, AL Posts: 581	I bought one of these at CVS in the childrens area: Dropper Dispenser Works perfect for me! The one I got has the ml and tsp measurments on the dropper and the dispenser. Hope this helps. Dan __________________ Download my Excel v8 ejuice calculator Enjoy!

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08-05-2009, 08:53 PM	#2
Lalesa Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: So. California, USA Posts: 263 Tweet this post!	Not a stupid question at all. We, here in the U.S., aren't used to dealing with ml - we're used to teaspoon, tablespoon measurements LOL What you need to get is a syringe like when you get a shot from the doctor. The needle is up to you. There are vendors on here that carry them. I get mine from our local feed & tack store. Some pharmacies will sell a couple to you. Depending on the laws of your state. I don't use a needle on mine, but that's just preference. You can also use children's medicine droppers. Easily obtained at Walmart or any drug store. Here is a site with teaspoon/ml equivalents measurement of medicines

08-05-2009, 08:59 PM	#4
C6Silver Full Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 88	Remember also that 1mL=1cc. You will come across 'cc' units as well.

08-05-2009, 09:04 PM	#5
MickiO Super Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 324 Tweet this post!	Thanks so much all you guys, I want to try using unflavored mg and add my own flavors,

08-05-2009, 11:34 PM	#9
BrewCityVaporess Full Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Milwaukee,Wi Posts: 25	I got childrens medicine droppers free at Walgreens. Just ask for them at the pharmacy counter.