Info on Batts etc. for Poldiac and DID usage

Cloud Wizard;8287051 said:

DontBurnIt;8285217 said:

Additional questions:
1) I'll go with MNKE batts unless someone has complaints. Which batt sizes are best for the 2 units? I know of the 18xxx's, but saw a confusing post earlier about 26xxx's.

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The key is ensurung you're using high quality IMR batts with safe chemistry and a high max discharge current rating. Panasonic IMR/Hybrids=8.5A, AW IMR=10A and the MNKE IMR=30A. Most folks are fine with AW but the MNKE will handle ultra LR (less than ~1.2ohm) better)

DontBurnIt;8285217 said:

2) Can you stack 2 18350's ? Is there a benefit from it? In my Vamo, I get more power from a stack of 350's(8 volts) vs. 4.? with the 18650.

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Yes you can stack batts since the switch is mechanical there is no amp limitation. You get the various configs by adding additional tubes (e.g. I was able to stack 2x AW IMR 18490's using 18650tube+18350tube+spacers). Some will disagree with me here, but I don't see any reason to stack batts - a single 18xxx batt with LR coil will make your head spin. The reason you stack batts in the Smoktech circuited mods (Vamo, ZMax, etc) is to keep the voltage regulation more consistent (e.g. run 1.5ohm dual coil at more than ~4.5v - it's easier for them to "step-down voltage than to "step-up"). There are definitely safety considerations (must use match pairs, etc), be sure you know what you're doing before trying this.

DontBurnIt;8285217 said:

3) I'll probably pick up a kick at a later date, but am wondering if there is a safety fuse? device that would be a good idea. I've seen them, but know nothing. Don't want these little pipe bombs to ACTUALLY explode !

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I have both and typically use neither. A Kick is limited to 10watts (which quickly isn't enough) and the I don't see a need for the fuse with a "safe chemistry" IMR battery. I do make sure I'm swapping them out sooner on a mech mod than I would on a VV/VW mod 1) you can taste/feel the power difference as volrtage drops below ~3.7v 2) I prefer to not let my batts get down anywhere near the minimal voltage limits so always end up sticking them back on the charger ~3.6v.

DontBurnIt;8285217 said:

4) I intend to use every juice in the market. Can I assume that DID's work fine with various mixes of PG and VG (with a little tweaking of the wicks and coils) ?

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DID works amazingly with anything from 100&PG to 100%VG. IMHO #500 mesh, wick hole wide, with center channel works great with any juice.

DontBurnIt;8285217 said:

5) Are there good smart-chargers that will fill up my batts without blowing them up?

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There are a few good choices out there (The Pila charger Miriam mentioned is great). Here's one I recently purchased for my nephew http://www.orbtronic.com/batteries-...tellicharger-universal-battery-charger-sysmax (someone pointed oput that you can find this charger cheaper on Amazon).

Edit: Just looked at Panny IMR/Hybrid specs and they are now rated at 10A....

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