This thread is for discussing ways that one can test the strength of one's e-liquid in one's own home.
There's only one suitable method at the moment - but it is cheap, simple and quick; and also accurate to about 5-10%.
It is based on initial work by DVap and simplification for end-users by Bombjorg. Both these threads are stickied in this DIY e-liquid forum and well worth a read for the more technically minded.
Post your questions, tips, results ...
ps: This test is great for unflavored e-liquid. It will work for many flavored liquids too (but the accuracy in this case is not guaranteed); it will not work for those liquids that have been acidified with something like citric or ascorbic acid (some vendors do this to reduce the nicotine smell though it also redices the nicotine released during vaping somewhat, afaik).
One supplier of a kit based on this method has a forum here : http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/e-cigarette-suppliers-forum/240767-diy-nicotine-test-kit.html
Which vendors-flavors test ok and anomolous results which can be cross-checked to identify potential problem flavors are better posted here.
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NOTE : The test procedure works very well on unflavored e-liquid. It may not be accurate with all flavored liquids.
A low-strength reading in flavored liquid can be a result of interference from the flavoring. It does not necessarily mean that the nicotine is actually low.
If you find a liquid like this let us know so we can keep tabs on those flavors for which the test will not work.
CAUTION : As always when working nicotine, take care to prevent spills and splashes; particularly of the nicotine liquid. Ideally gloves, long sleeves and eye-protection should be used.
To discuss the use of the test kit specifically, and its use for testing unflavored nicotine base liquid only, go here.
There's only one suitable method at the moment - but it is cheap, simple and quick; and also accurate to about 5-10%.
It is based on initial work by DVap and simplification for end-users by Bombjorg. Both these threads are stickied in this DIY e-liquid forum and well worth a read for the more technically minded.
Post your questions, tips, results ...
ps: This test is great for unflavored e-liquid. It will work for many flavored liquids too (but the accuracy in this case is not guaranteed); it will not work for those liquids that have been acidified with something like citric or ascorbic acid (some vendors do this to reduce the nicotine smell though it also redices the nicotine released during vaping somewhat, afaik).
One supplier of a kit based on this method has a forum here : http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/e-cigarette-suppliers-forum/240767-diy-nicotine-test-kit.html
Which vendors-flavors test ok and anomolous results which can be cross-checked to identify potential problem flavors are better posted here.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
NOTE : The test procedure works very well on unflavored e-liquid. It may not be accurate with all flavored liquids.
A low-strength reading in flavored liquid can be a result of interference from the flavoring. It does not necessarily mean that the nicotine is actually low.
If you find a liquid like this let us know so we can keep tabs on those flavors for which the test will not work.
CAUTION : As always when working nicotine, take care to prevent spills and splashes; particularly of the nicotine liquid. Ideally gloves, long sleeves and eye-protection should be used.
To discuss the use of the test kit specifically, and its use for testing unflavored nicotine base liquid only, go here.
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