I bought the GLV2 body to use with my Mini as a 6v, but it seems I'm using the wrong batteries. I have the Tenergy rechargeable 123as and first off, they are slightly too thick. I have to force them in. Secondly, they only last for a very short time. It seems they shut off or go into some sort of protection mode, if that makes sense. I tried the same batteries in my Silver Bullet and they did the same thing. What brand batteries are people using in the GLV2 for 6v?
Argh...help!
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AW is the brand I use, and ship with the GLV. They make a nice 3.0v battery, but you may want to try the AW 3.7v battery. Its the best battery for a GLV mini, and most people use them with a LR atty/carto . Give me a call if you have any questions. 248-326-3205.
I tried another brand and had issues.I think the AW type are the best,they must make a 3v batt.I wouldnt use 2 3.7s its over 7v.
I have AW in 3.7 for the mini, I'll keep looking for AW in 3.0. So far i haven't had any luck
ah sorry I misread that. Here's a link.
This battery does not have a chip in it so be careful.
AW LiFePO4 3 Volt Lithium Rechargeable Battery
AW 3.2 Volt RCR123 Protected Battery - 3.2 volt max output - DO NOT USE TWO OF THESE WITH INCANDESCENT LAMPS. Charge these batteries with UltraFire 3 volt / 3.6 volt charger on the 3 volt setting only.
These are new generation R123 with safe chemistry that will not vent with flames (explode). The key to this safety feature is that no oxygen will be released from the oxide structure of the cell composition even under abused conditions. No oxygen means no pressure built up and fuel for combustion. Can be used in series in two-cell applications, but NOT with 6 volt incandescent bulbs.
Specifications :
Nominal Voltage : 3.2V
Capacity : 500mAH
Lowest Discharge Voltage : 2.0V
Standard Charge : CC 250mA CV 3.6V
Cycle Life : > 500 cycles
Note: Do not discharge below 2V. Cells will be damaged when discharged below 2V.
http://www.lighthound.com/Battery-Station-RCR123a-900mAh-Protected-Rechargeable-Battery_p_123.html
900 mAh RCR123 Protected Rechargeable Lithium Battery Kit. These cells are protected against overcharge, over discharge, over current and short-circuit.
http://www.batteryjunction.com/rc390reliba.html This is a very safe battery from what I hear.
* Rechargeable CR123A Li-Ion Batteries with 3.0V working voltage and 900mAh capacity.
* Tenergy RCR123A can be recharged up to 1000 times.
* 1 RCR123A Li-ion = 1000 CR123A Primary Cells
* Replace the most of CR123A primary Lithium battery for a digital cameras and most flashlights.
* Internal voltage regulators. Initial cell voltage of 3.6V switches to 3-3.2V within 12ms.
* Full PCB protection against: Over-Discharge, Over-Charge, Short Circuit & Over-Current along with voltage regulation.
This battery does not have a chip in it so be careful.
AW LiFePO4 3 Volt Lithium Rechargeable Battery
AW 3.2 Volt RCR123 Protected Battery - 3.2 volt max output - DO NOT USE TWO OF THESE WITH INCANDESCENT LAMPS. Charge these batteries with UltraFire 3 volt / 3.6 volt charger on the 3 volt setting only.
These are new generation R123 with safe chemistry that will not vent with flames (explode). The key to this safety feature is that no oxygen will be released from the oxide structure of the cell composition even under abused conditions. No oxygen means no pressure built up and fuel for combustion. Can be used in series in two-cell applications, but NOT with 6 volt incandescent bulbs.
Specifications :
Nominal Voltage : 3.2V
Capacity : 500mAH
Lowest Discharge Voltage : 2.0V
Standard Charge : CC 250mA CV 3.6V
Cycle Life : > 500 cycles
Note: Do not discharge below 2V. Cells will be damaged when discharged below 2V.
http://www.lighthound.com/Battery-Station-RCR123a-900mAh-Protected-Rechargeable-Battery_p_123.html
900 mAh RCR123 Protected Rechargeable Lithium Battery Kit. These cells are protected against overcharge, over discharge, over current and short-circuit.
http://www.batteryjunction.com/rc390reliba.html This is a very safe battery from what I hear.
* Rechargeable CR123A Li-Ion Batteries with 3.0V working voltage and 900mAh capacity.
* Tenergy RCR123A can be recharged up to 1000 times.
* 1 RCR123A Li-ion = 1000 CR123A Primary Cells
* Replace the most of CR123A primary Lithium battery for a digital cameras and most flashlights.
* Internal voltage regulators. Initial cell voltage of 3.6V switches to 3-3.2V within 12ms.
* Full PCB protection against: Over-Discharge, Over-Charge, Short Circuit & Over-Current along with voltage regulation.
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Just to clarify in my head. If I wanted to go to 5v vaping, I would order the GLV2 head cap with the 5v resistor and then just use the 3.6v batteries....correct?
....Yup.... make sure you use 2 of the 3.6/3.7 batteries, just to make sure were all on the same page. lol
Ha, thanks. I already have four good ones for the mini, so I think I'm set for a short while...I'll be ordering the 5v head cap soon....
Maybe a little late to this thread but I'll throw in my 
I use only this batt for 6V vaping: AW LiFePO4 3 Volt Lithium Rechargeable Battery
And I use ONLY this charger (set to the 3.0 volt charge setting): Ultrafire 3.6 volt or 3 volt RCR123 Lithium Battery Charger
Before I got this set-up, I tried the Tenergy LifePO4 with the "required" Tenergy 3.0 volts charger. First charge the batts overcharged and came off the charger at 4.2 volts each - that combo went back F-A-S-T
I know that many people luv the less expensive Tenergys and many have great experiences with them and yes, they have higher mah. But, for me, after that first experience - I decided to stick with ONLY AW batts from now on - at least until something better comes out.
For vaping at 6V on an unregulated (unresisted ~ like GLV2 5V), I (A-L-W-A-Y-S) monitor my batts. Get a digital multi-meter - great investment as you can monitor ALL your batts and also ohms read your attys. I use the Sperry DM-6400 but you can find cheaper ones that will get the job done nicely.
Yea, the mah is lower (on the AW LifePO4), at only 500, so get a few pair. Also a good idea to not use freshly charged batts right off the charger (at least I don't), I let mine cool a while.
Rechargeable batts in other devices is one thing but when I am putting up to my face - I want to know I have the safest combo I can get. 6V, with the "right" batts, charger and attys can be awesome.
I use only this batt for 6V vaping: AW LiFePO4 3 Volt Lithium Rechargeable Battery
And I use ONLY this charger (set to the 3.0 volt charge setting): Ultrafire 3.6 volt or 3 volt RCR123 Lithium Battery Charger
Before I got this set-up, I tried the Tenergy LifePO4 with the "required" Tenergy 3.0 volts charger. First charge the batts overcharged and came off the charger at 4.2 volts each - that combo went back F-A-S-T
I know that many people luv the less expensive Tenergys and many have great experiences with them and yes, they have higher mah. But, for me, after that first experience - I decided to stick with ONLY AW batts from now on - at least until something better comes out.For vaping at 6V on an unregulated (unresisted ~ like GLV2 5V), I (A-L-W-A-Y-S) monitor my batts. Get a digital multi-meter - great investment as you can monitor ALL your batts and also ohms read your attys. I use the Sperry DM-6400 but you can find cheaper ones that will get the job done nicely.
Yea, the mah is lower (on the AW LifePO4), at only 500, so get a few pair. Also a good idea to not use freshly charged batts right off the charger (at least I don't), I let mine cool a while.
Rechargeable batts in other devices is one thing but when I am putting up to my face - I want to know I have the safest combo I can get. 6V, with the "right" batts, charger and attys can be awesome.
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