Any point to a 3.7v mod if I already have a Riva 510

[HeadLikeOrange]

So, a month into using my Riva 510, I'm starting to want more. If I have just the right juice in just the right LR carto (not brand-new, but not too used) on a new charge, I get a nice hit. Otherwise, it leaves me wanting more. It didn't used to be like this -- it used to seem very strong and satisfying every time. (I went through the same thing with my first RN4081 kit -- seems like you need to keep upping the ante with vaping).

Starting to look into mods, and I'm not sure why I (or anyone) would want a 3.7v mod if the Riva already puts out the same voltage. I understand about removable batteries and longer battery life, but the actual performance would be the same whether it was a 3.7v mod or a 3.7v Riva. Correct, or am I missing something?

I do realize, of course, that there are stronger mods available, vv, etc. Just wondering about the 3.7v as that seems to be very common.

 

[Optimo]

Get a mod that you can use 1 big 3.7 volt battery or 2 small 3 volt batteries for 6volt vaping. Something like the Omega or Alpha from Altsmoke would be a very nice 3.7-6 volt mod imo. With most quality 3.7 volt mods they will have a better underload voltage than your Riva, so to answer your question I would say yes it is worth it.

 

[cskent]

You're right, voltage is voltage but 3.7v mods aren't really 3.7v. That's just the nominal voltage, it's the middle of it's operating range. Most mod batt's start out at 4.2v or so fresh off the charger and will activate the protection circuitry at around 3.2v. That means you're starting off at a higher voltage and staying there for a while before it drops off. Combine that with a big batt such as an 18650 and you'll be vaping at over 3.7v for most of a day.

 

[zoiDman]

If you're going to fork out some money for a mod I would suggest you consider looking at a VVPV.

I use a Provari, I know - it costs and arm and a leg, and the ability to fine-tune voltage opens up an entire New World.

I'm vaping a old CE2 right now that tasted very bland at 3.7volts. But at 4.3volts it is hitting like a champ.

 

[donnah]

you can try out vv at madvapes pretty cheap!

 

[tricci]

Go for an Infinity Pro from Notcigs. It's the best $100 you'll ever spend on vaping!

 

[zoiDman]

you can try out vv at madvapes pretty cheap!

Go for an Infinity Pro from Notcigs. It's the best $100 you'll ever spend on vaping!

Both are good units for what they do.

But for me, it's the digital read-out that makes a VVPV the perfect unit.

 

[Dingus]

I would suggest the Krimson Kustoms Little Man. VV with read-out for $80.

 

[adeline]

I personally find the 3.7v mod to be a more consistent, longer-lasting, and different experience from the Riva.

With my particular mod, dripping was especially messy and detracted from the experience.

If I could go back, I would do it again, or I would go VV. That will likely be my next investment now.

 

[player30]

Great Lakes Vapor has a great small 3.7V
GLV-2 Super-Mini 3.7-Volt Electronic Cigarette [GLV-2-SUPER-MINI] - $85.00 : Electronic Cigarettes and E-Liquid - Great Lakes Vapor

A great little device. I also prefer 3.7V vaping.

 

[tj99959]

From experience the same thing will happen with whatever mod you choose just like it did with your first RN and then your Riva. It's not what you're vaping, it's your taste buds.
You can chase your tail all over creation if you want (it's kinda fun BTW), but eventually you will learn that they all taste good if you rotate them.
Sometimes a softer hit will be just what you want, just like sometimes you will want it to kick like a mule. A VV mod will satisfy this to some extent, but most of us eventually figure out that several different devices with different flavors works far better.

 

[JD1]

VV is nice for tuning the voltage to match your atty/carto and juice, but not necessary for everyone. A 2 ohm atty on my ego puts me right in my sweet spot just as well as anything I can buy. I have an ego, an e-power, and a 5vPT, and by far, the hardest device for me to use is the 5vPT. I have to remember to get off the button before I get the dreaded 'dry' hit.

There's several new cartos on the market, and more to come. At this point, I would recommend spending your money on checking out a few of those, then maybe going to vv later.

 

[Nomoreash]

I would recommend going with a regulated mod for consistency no matter which you choose and preferably vv. That way you'll be regulated at the voltage of your choice but if you don't want to go the vv route then there are several good choices for a 5v mod. You'll just have to match the ohm to 5v to find your sweet spot but you'll still gain the consistency of it being regulated.

 

[7less7]

IHO, I would check out a big batt mod if your wanting something "more." I have a SIlver Bullet from ALTsmoke and it is great. They say not to stack batts to get 6v but I do anyway, so much for following the rules. However I know what you mean by "wanting more." I'd say, depending on your budget, get something like a SB or Omega. Or if you got some pockets, get a Provari, which I did and waiting for it to arrive!

So, a month into using my Riva 510, I'm starting to want more. If I have just the right juice in just the right LR carto (not brand-new, but not too used) on a new charge, I get a nice hit. Otherwise, it leaves me wanting more. It didn't used to be like this -- it used to seem very strong and satisfying every time. (I went through the same thing with my first RN4081 kit -- seems like you need to keep upping the ante with vaping).

Starting to look into mods, and I'm not sure why I (or anyone) would want a 3.7v mod if the Riva already puts out the same voltage. I understand about removable batteries and longer battery life, but the actual performance would be the same whether it was a 3.7v mod or a 3.7v Riva. Correct, or am I missing something?

I do realize, of course, that there are stronger mods available, vv, etc. Just wondering about the 3.7v as that seems to be very common.