510 - All The Rave?

[ArizonaVapin]

I can't compare the 510 to a 901 (Don't own one) personally but will give my thoughts.

The 510

The Positive:

• Atomizers seem to be very solid if taken care of. I can't tell you when they die because I still am using one for almost 2 months. Janty picked a great name with "Dura"
• Vapor production is great especially for such a small atty
• Will suck a cart dry if used correctly and topped off
• Doesn't leak much unless you really overfill it.
• It's very small
• When atomizer is faulty, will not cause a harsh burnt metal taste. From my experience these attys either work or they don't.

The Negative:

• Battery life is very poor. You will need about 3-4 batteries for an 8 hour period (PCC and good USB Passthrough is highly recommended)
• You must drip or top off very often if not using a cart mod. The cart is very small and doesn't hold very much liquid.
• Blank carts are slightly more expensive if buying in bulk
• Draw is slow and hard compared to 801 and drags take a bit longer to produce a ton of vapor (Small atty surface area)

That is all I could think of off the top of my head at the moment. Hope it helps!

Also:
The manual switch is highly recommended for this model. There seems to be so many issues with the auto from what I have read.

Note: I only have 2 801 models to compare the 510 to.

 

[gnsmith]

I started vaping with the 901. I recently started using the 510, I do have to admit I like the 510 better then the 901. as far as the batteries I have found IMO that the batteries last about the same amount of time. I do feel the the vapor and throat hit is better with a 510. The cartridge does hold more juice and last longer than the 901. I definitely love the manual batteries over the auto batteries.

 

[Coldfire]

I just received my 510 three days ago. I love the manual switch.

I also just ordered the PCC since the battery life is horrible for a heavy vaper such as myself.

Other than that I have no complaints so far.

 

[STILLSMOK9]

I can't compare the 510 to a 901 (Don't own one) personally but will give my thoughts.

The 510

The Positive:

• Atomizers seem to be very solid if taken care of. I can't tell you when they die because I still am using one for almost 2 months. Janty picked a great name with "Dura"
• Vapor production is great especially for such a small atty
• Will suck a cart dry if used correctly and topped off
• Doesn't leak much unless you really overfill it.
• It's very small
• When atomizer is faulty, will not cause a harsh burnt metal taste. From my experience these attys either work or they don't.

The Negative:

• Battery life is very poor. You will need about 3-4 batteries for an 8 hour period (PCC and good USB Passthrough is highly recommended)
• You must drip or top off very often if not using a cart mod. The cart is very small and doesn't hold very much liquid.
• Blank carts are slightly more expensive if buying in bulk
• Draw is slow and hard compared to 801 and drags take a bit longer to produce a ton of vapor (Small atty surface area)

That is all I could think of off the top of my head at the moment. Hope it helps!

Also:
The manual switch is highly recommended for this model. There seems to be so many issues with the auto from what I have read.

Note: I only have 2 801 models to compare the 510 to.

Interesting what you are saying about the carts not holding much liquid!

I thought that was one of it's strengths?

 

[lachesis]

Well, that's compared to 901s...
510 carts are bigger, but you should also think that 510 attys are rather juice hungry. More vapor = more juice used = more frequent top-offs.

 

[STILLSMOK9]

Well, that's compared to 901s...
510 carts are bigger, but you should also think that 510 attys are rather juice hungry. More vapor = more juice used = more frequent top-offs.

Very good point, plus, I vape low mg nic, which lends to me vaping non-stop;-)

 

[DigDreams]

The 510 auto battery produces excellent vapor with minimal drag by using pulsing your drag as opposed to a long steady drag.

Yes, that works - but it is not a pleasant way to vape in my opinion. I have both and I think that if you want a 510, get manual batteries - the auto batteries for the 510 are garbage (2 second cutoff on all that I tried). All those little puffs just burn juice and I feel like an old steam powered locomotive. I prefer a single 3-4 second draw myself.

 

[Sar]

... The passthrough still s*cks compared to my 901 and 401 PT's...Only in that it nose dives in production after a while..Where as the other two don't.....To be fair, my PT had a faulty battery, replaced it ..much better but still not as consistant as my 901-401..However, you can unplug the 510 PT and still vape off of it for a few hrs, which is cool....But, I'm not trying to be too judgemental yet ..Untill I try the second PT...

Did you try the second PT? I have two passthroughs for 510 from two different suppliers, but they both look identical. And both PTs are terrible. I actually find myself taking a primer puff just to see if the passthrough works. I hope puresmoker gets the new PT with 510 connectors soon!

 

[Eddie J.]

How about the charging time?

 

[Corki2]

I got my manual 510 and PCC today. I love it so far. I have used a penstyle and a 901. What I noticed right off the bat is how much different the juice tastes. My penstyle gives a powerful throat hit and I like that, but I didn't realize what people meant about the taste you lose with a penstyle until I got the 510. I didn't realize you could get a great throat hit AND flavor. I love the idea of having a portable power source. The only issue so far with the PCC is that my batteries are too short to activate the charger when I close the lid. I cut a piece of sticky foam insulation and stuck it to the inside of the lid. Someone posted that fix in a different thread. It works. I haven't noticed any burning taste from the cart. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. I love this thing. Special thanks to Surf Monkey for the great review that helped me decide to get one.

 

[maskgeek]

I've tried most of the ecig models and yes, the 510 is now my favorite. The only thing I don't like with it is the round cart. I tend to put the LED side in my mouth often.
I use the 901 carts on it and it works.
I'm getting 4 more manual batteries, 4 attys and a PCC.
I use a Mod at home and the 510 when I am out.
Next to the 510, I like the 901, and next to that, the 801.

 

[vkf]

I've just got my 510 manual kit from ruyandirect today, but both batteries only last about 20-30 minutes the most for heavy vape, I'd charged both for 8 hours before use, but my M401 battery only 200 mAh more then the 510, it can last me 3-3.5 hours of continuous vape, I mean CONTINUOUSLY, I'd vape randomly with Non-Nic and Nic though, beside the battery life, everything has work great on the 510, the taste of the liquid and the throat hit is wonderful, If I will choose again I will not buy the 510 anymore, 30 minutes of usage just ridiculous.

 

[Surf Monkey]

The only thing I don't like with it is the round cart.

This is not a plug, just letting you know because I don't dig the round carts either, but dietSMOKES has whistle tip carts for the 510. I use them exclusively now. They look cool on the device and I never try to suck the wrong end anymore. They're not soft like the 801/901 tips, but they're cool none the less. Highly recommended. I assume other suppliers will stock them soon too if you have a favorite you like to work with. If not, give Parked a shout and grab a few from diesSMOKES.

 

[Surf Monkey]

I've just got my 510 manual kit from ruyandirect today, but both batteries only last about 20-30 minutes the most for heavy vape, I'd charged both for 8 hours before use, but my M401 battery only 200 mAh more then the 510, it can last me 3-3.5 hours of continuous vape, I mean CONTINUOUSLY, I'd vape randomly with Non-Nic and Nic though, beside the battery life, everything has work great on the 510, the taste of the liquid and the throat hit is wonderful, If I will choose again I will not buy the 510 anymore, 30 minutes of usage just ridiculous.

There's no doubt that the 510's battery is its one serious weakness. But once I got a PCC for it the problem went away. I just swap out for a fresh one each time the current one goes dead. Maybe three or four times a day, then charge the case itself over night. I wish the batteries were stronger in these, but the benefits of the 510 far outweigh the detriments, especially with the PCC at my side.

 

[VelvetVisions]

This is not a plug, just letting you know because I don't dig the round carts either, but dietSMOKES has whistle tip carts for the 510. I use them exclusively now. They look cool on the device and I never try to suck the wrong end anymore. They're not soft like the 801/901 tips, but they're cool none the less. Highly recommended. I assume other suppliers will stock them soon too if you have a favorite you like to work with. If not, give Parked a shout and grab a few from diesSMOKES.

You can also use 901 carts (whistle tip), that is what I use. I had them laying around and heard they would work. The fit is snug the first time. I haven't even tried the round carts that came with it, I went right to using the 901 carts. They might be easier to find than 510 specific whistle tip carts.

 

[happily]

I've just got my 510 manual kit from ruyandirect today, but both batteries only last about 20-30 minutes the most for heavy vape, I'd charged both for 8 hours before use, but my M401 battery only 200 mAh more then the 510, it can last me 3-3.5 hours of continuous vape, I mean CONTINUOUSLY, I'd vape randomly with Non-Nic and Nic though, beside the battery life, everything has work great on the 510, the taste of the liquid and the throat hit is wonderful, If I will choose again I will not buy the 510 anymore, 30 minutes of usage just ridiculous.

let them warm up.......give it a couple days

 

[gatsby]

I've just got my 510 manual kit from ruyandirect today, but both batteries only last about 20-30 minutes the most for heavy vape, I'd charged both for 8 hours before use, but my M401 battery only 200 mAh more then the 510, it can last me 3-3.5 hours of continuous vape, I mean CONTINUOUSLY, I'd vape randomly with Non-Nic and Nic though, beside the battery life, everything has work great on the 510, the taste of the liquid and the throat hit is wonderful, If I will choose again I will not buy the 510 anymore, 30 minutes of usage just ridiculous.

Thats pretty close to my experience with the 510 although I get a little out of the 401 batteries (2.5-3 hrs) and a little more from the 510 (45 min- 1 hr) and I think the taste is alot better from the 401. As someone mentioned it does seem like some batteries get better after a few charges but I never get much more than an hour from the 510s. I did a puff count and I have never broken the 100 puffs (about 5 analogs) with the 510 while the 401 get from 190-250. I that is your style you probably shouldn't bother with the PCC. I have one and I lap it to the point that if I am out for any period of time it just becomes another thing to carry. Unfortunately for me the 510 is just attached to the PT now which is a bummer because I have gotten to like the manual in certain situation. The more I use these things the more I see a big battery mod in my future.

 

[youngll11]

Thats pretty close to my experience with the 510 although I get a little out of the 401 batteries (2.5-3 hrs) and a little more from the 510 (45 min- 1 hr) and I think the taste is alot better from the 401. As someone mentioned it does seem like some batteries get better after a few charges but I never get much more than an hour from the 510s. I did a puff count and I have never broken the 100 puffs (about 5 analogs) with the 510 while the 401 get from 190-250. I that is your style you probably shouldn't bother with the PCC. I have one and I lap it to the point that if I am out for any period of time it just becomes another thing to carry. Unfortunately for me the 510 is just attached to the PT now which is a bummer because I have gotten to like the manual in certain situation. The more I use these things the more I see a big battery mod in my future.

I can't believe you were getting even close to 100 puffs with the 510. If i take more than 10 drags, im melting the cart, melting the filler, and getting the worst plastic taste ever. Im going to retire my 510 as a dripper (and ive only had it 5 days)

 

[catholic83]

yep just got my 510 today from widow cant wait to vape on it it on the chardger now tick tock 2 more hours....

 

[gatsby]

I can't believe you were getting even close to 100 puffs with the 510. If i take more than 10 drags, im melting the cart, melting the filler, and getting the worst plastic taste ever. Im going to retire my 510 as a dripper (and ive only had it 5 days)

Thats around 80 per battery charge. I am sure I topped off about 4 or 5 times in there. I have only had the melting problem when I tried to drip without any batting in the cart.