Hey everyone, What do yall recommend to start out with for a rda and what all supplies will I need?
Any ideas for a good RDA to start
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1. knowledge. Ohm's law. General DC electrical theory. How the mod you are putting this on works and how all of the parts go together. Battery types and safety. Wicking materials and properties. Resistance wire types and properties.
Building is not difficult if prepared, but the price of failure can be severe. I'll let Baditude post the pictures.
2. Ohm reader, a digital multi meter is recommended as well.
3. A rda
4. Kanthal A1 wire in diameter of your choice. You will know what you want when #1 is sufficiently explored.
4. Tools - snips, pliers, tweezers, a mandrel (rod of known diameter to build on), small screwdrivers, I also always have a toothpick or two in my kit.
5. Wicking - everyone has their preference, see #1.
Building is not difficult if prepared, but the price of failure can be severe. I'll let Baditude post the pictures.
2. Ohm reader, a digital multi meter is recommended as well.
3. A rda
4. Kanthal A1 wire in diameter of your choice. You will know what you want when #1 is sufficiently explored.
4. Tools - snips, pliers, tweezers, a mandrel (rod of known diameter to build on), small screwdrivers, I also always have a toothpick or two in my kit.
5. Wicking - everyone has their preference, see #1.
Have you done any reading about battery safety, ohm's law and amp limitations? What mod are you currently using?
So are RBA'S more safe then RDA'S as long as it is built correct? And was thinking about using a adjustable power mode instead of a straight mechanical mod, don't most of them shut off automatically if there is a short or discharge? I have a itaste vg 3.0 which it claims to do that but haven't had any issues for it to do it. But I'm gonna upgrade from that when I start doing using rebuildables
I have a little bit today but will do a hole lot more research into all this, I want to know I'm doing everything correct and safe before I even think about trying one
Your last post is wonderful.
I assure you, there are very few people here who are being elitist and snobby.
We are a community of vapers trying to help vapers.
if I=V/R doesn't make sense do more research.
Using a regulated mod is highly recommended to start (by me anyway and I am by no means an authority). To get the most out of an RDA however you will need a pretty advanced APV, though they can absolutely be used on a mod that is capable of between 12-15 watts, you will not get the same results as someone on a mech or a mod capable of 30+ watts.
Everything depends on your personal goals and expectations.
I assure you, there are very few people here who are being elitist and snobby.
We are a community of vapers trying to help vapers.
if I=V/R doesn't make sense do more research.
Using a regulated mod is highly recommended to start (by me anyway and I am by no means an authority). To get the most out of an RDA however you will need a pretty advanced APV, though they can absolutely be used on a mod that is capable of between 12-15 watts, you will not get the same results as someone on a mech or a mod capable of 30+ watts.
Everything depends on your personal goals and expectations.
RBA - ReBuildable Atomizer (Dippers or Tanks)
RDA - Rebuildable Dripping Atomizer (No Tank)
RTA - Rebuildable Tank Atomizer
These are all "rebuildables". They are all equally "safe" or "unsafe" depending on the build and your batteries (and their amp limitations). I highly recommend on using a regulated mod vs a mechanical until you become more experienced.
Here are a couple of great blogs by Baditude (our resident battery/safety expert):
1. Information Resources for Your First RBA
2. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod/RDA Setup
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Remember, you can use an RBA *without* sub-ohming. I repeat: You do not need to sub-ohm (or pump up the voltage/wattage) when using an RBA. Many people use them at under 15 watts and don't feel they are missing out on anything.
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I just started rebuilding about a month ago - so far, haven't gone below .7 ohms, and feel my sweet spot is around 1.0 ohms. I think the really sub-ohm users tend to be cloud-chasers, from what I've read. Guess it depends on what type of vaper you are - I like clouds, but don't feel compelled to chase them. My current favorite setup is a 1.0 ohm build on a Fogger V4, run it at 20 watts on my Sigelei 30W - tastes great, less filling!
Frankly, <0.5 ohm coils make me nervous, and, although I own some mech mods, I feel safer on my regulated mod.
Your on the right track. Research, research and more research. I tackled rebuilding on my own while doing a lot of reading and testing. Heres the way I did it
1. Research Ohms Law and take in everything you can
2. Watch videos on youtube to understand the ART of building
3. Get your tools. Ohm meter, screwdrivers, pliers, flush cutters, tweezers, and some sort of pick or toothpick as stated above
4. Get a clone RDA to start out with unless you have a particular RDA in mind or just don't like clones (like myself)
5. Get the stuff to build your RDA. A-1 Kanthal (28 gauge), Organic cotton, Juice
6. INVEST in the best batteries you can. (Sony VCT4 or 5)<What I use.
7. Begin your practice of building coils. Wont come easy believe me.
Good Luck
1. Research Ohms Law and take in everything you can
2. Watch videos on youtube to understand the ART of building
3. Get your tools. Ohm meter, screwdrivers, pliers, flush cutters, tweezers, and some sort of pick or toothpick as stated above
4. Get a clone RDA to start out with unless you have a particular RDA in mind or just don't like clones (like myself)
5. Get the stuff to build your RDA. A-1 Kanthal (28 gauge), Organic cotton, Juice
6. INVEST in the best batteries you can. (Sony VCT4 or 5)<What I use.
7. Begin your practice of building coils. Wont come easy believe me.
Good Luck
Thx for all the info. Will deff need to start buying everything a little bit at a time since in college my income is kinda low lol. Think I'm gonna start with a RBA to start then down the road get a dripper
Don't buy the most expensive stuff you run across. To get started i would suggest under 100$. Just in case you end up not liking it you won't be out a ton of money. This hobby can get costly and quick
Like everyone said its very important to familiarize yourself with all the safety precautions involved. lots of resources out there for that
As far as the actual hardware goes I'd recommend an inexpensive and easy to build atty to start for sure. it takes time to get good but once you do and if you decide its for you then by that point you will know better than anyone else what atty will suit your needs best. Igo-w or similar is probably a good bet. i started with a nimbus clone myself and moved on to a more expensive rda when i knew how i liked to set things up.
As far as the actual hardware goes I'd recommend an inexpensive and easy to build atty to start for sure. it takes time to get good but once you do and if you decide its for you then by that point you will know better than anyone else what atty will suit your needs best. Igo-w or similar is probably a good bet. i started with a nimbus clone myself and moved on to a more expensive rda when i knew how i liked to set things up.
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