Asking For Ideas On Finding A Good 510 Battery

[PGB!]

Hi Folks! I am writing to ask if any of you have recommendations for a good performing & long lasting battery for a 510.

I usually use 1.7 & 1.8 ohm 3.7 volt single element cartomizers, but also have a couple of atomizers which are 2.8 ohm I use sometimes. My problem is that batteries are going bad on me quickly. I use manual push button batteries because I often put the pv in my pocket while working.

I have some 650 mah batteries that came in a kit simply titled "eGo" with no other identifying brand name. These either can't contact some atomizers & cartomizers (even if I unscrew the element in the cart a little) or the blue light stays on forever (with the element heating). I also have some 1100mah batteries titled "Riva". These are worse. Some had a wire come off the positive post of the cel, others had a wire pop off the borad & one had the board burn up.

I have tried 5 different chargers to make sure it wasn't a charger. I tried 4 brands of cartomizers & two different brand atomizers.

I'd love to hear of any recommendations for a good, well lasting, battery (and maybe a brand of reliable charger, too). I hate to go to a build-it-myself kit, as I like to convenience of charging from a USB in the wall gizmo (And, to be honest, I get confused by what works with what, etc.) If the only way to have reliable equipment is a build-it-myself, I'll do that. What do you all think? I sure appreciate your ideas & experiences. Thanks! Paul PS: Please pardon the goofy typing & errors. My browser isn't letting me navigate back up into the post to fix my lousy typing & spelling. Sorry About That.

 

[NickZac]

Honestly, an all out replacement is the way to go. You will get a much higher quality mod, that can take bigger and higher quality batteries...and you don't have to worry about them exploding nearly as much as with the eGo's. As far as chargers, Pila and XTAR are the best and as far as battery brands, AW is golden.

For all day super heavy vaping, a 18650 battery will do you well and last the whole day for most. For me, a moderately-heavy vapor, an 18490/18500 will last me all day.

 

[PGB!]

Thank You NickZak for taking the time to post this information.
I hate to be a dope, but ...
From what I can find out, I would buy one of these batteries, a charger & a tube & a switch to build my own kit. Or, do I buy one already assembled?
Did I get it correct, or do I have it all goofed up? (I'm betting I have it all goofed up!)
Thanks Again!
Paul

 

[r77r7r]

1.7 isn't recommended for an ego, so yeah, you could be killing your batteries that way. If you search for the new TWIST by Joyetech, that might fill your needs. It'll use the ego charger that you have now and put some heat in your 2.8's easily.

If you just get the 650 it'll fit in your pocket nice.

 

[NGIB]

I use 1.7 ohm Resurrector cartos a lot and they work great on my Epower 14650 kit. The batteries are reasonably priced and this kit from CCV includes a box of Resurrectors. I liked it so much I bought a 2nd kit so I'll have a spare and extra batteries. It's a great kit at a reasonable price for 3.7 volt vaping...

Crystal Clear Vaping

 

[DaveP]

Check out the E-power PV. It's an 18650 tube mod that is inexpensive. It uses replaceable batteries that cost about $11 apiece and can be charged with a Trustfire TR-001 charger that costs about $16. You can keep 4 batteries in rotation and each will last you most of the day.

Electronic Cigarette - Starter Kits - EGO E-Power

ETA: NGIB beat me to it with a better priced link.

 

[r77r7r]

OP specified that he like to just plug it into a wall to charge, I think that means ego type, not chargers or loose batts.

 

[NickZac]

Thank You NickZak for taking the time to post this information.
I hate to be a dope, but ...
From what I can find out, I would buy one of these batteries, a charger & a tube & a switch to build my own kit. Or, do I buy one already assembled?
Did I get it correct, or do I have it all goofed up? (I'm betting I have it all goofed up!)
Thanks Again!
Paul

Hi Paul,

Piecing together a kit has the advantage of saving money. Most companies sell full kits. I have a Provari, which I will show as an example. Keep in mind the Provari is one of the most expensive ones, but it is without a doubt one of the finest (I have 2 actually).

You can buy just the unit like this...
ProVari Variable Voltage Electronic Cigarette

You can also buy the kit that has the unit, a charger, batteries, cartomizer, and drip tip
ProVari Variable Voltage Electronic Cigarette


For most of these styles like the Provari, you need:
-the unit (tube mod)
-a battery charger
-batteries
-and of couse the atomizers or cartomizers, with fluid and drip tip

The advantage is you are getting tons more power, you can choose the voltage (which allows you to use virtually any 510 cartos on the market), and you can have tons of extra batteries as they are like $10 each...so when you replace them, you don't lose as much money like you do on a 2 piece integrated unit.

 

[PGB!]

Thank You All For The Great Advice!
After reading the information you all posted, I've got a way better understanding of battery choices, styles & requirements. It is great to hear about items you have tried & had success with.
I sure appreciate the time you each took to reply to my questions.
Thanks Again,
Paul
PS: Another Riva bit the dust today. I was using it with a 2.8 atomizer & the case got crazy hot. Autopsy showed the cell split & leaked its gel into the tube. I must have hit a bad batch from the supplier (or a bunch of fakes).

 

[r77r7r]

If the battery goes bad while you're using it, it is usually the sign of a bad atty/carto shorting out and it'll kill the next battery you put it on- you'll have to check the ohms on it.

If you get the newer Joye UPGRADE or TWIST they have protection circuitry in them and should shut down instead of melt down.

 

[nansc]

If you really want a bigger battery for your 510 I used to use these.
Spare MEGA Battery for Joye 510 280mah

 

[PGB!]

Thanks for the link, nansc. I will check into these.
Thanks also, r77r7r for the thoughts about the cartos being shorted. I checked & that cart was OK- actually a little higher resistance than stated. Maybe that was the liquid (I deducted the resistance of the tester leads). I junked it anyway.

But, what I did find was that the battery with the goo-leak had some cold joints on the circuit board. Actually, a couple came right off in chunks. Maybe one of these was the culprit. Who knows. It is in recycle heaven now.

Right now, I'm leaning toward the simplest battery set up i can get. No circuit boards. Just on-off & removable cells for charging. Separate charger, too. That's a complete turn around from my original post where I liked the idea of sticking to the convenience of screw-on charging. But... I my history of killing batteries shows me the circuit boards tend to cause me the most trouble (or at least the solder joints on them). I guess they will be easier to deal with if something goest nutty. Kind of like repairing a 1966 Chevy versus a 2012 Chevy. Less parts.

Thanks to all of you folks, I now understand more about e-cig batteries & what's involved & required. I'll begin my search for battery parts & see how it all comes together.
Paul