Atom for mech mod

[nebulaskin]

All the mechanical mods that I see, have a rda mounted. Can someone tell me why nobody puts a normal non rebuildable tank or a simple rba on a mech mod?
Every body puts a dripper that sucks tons of ejuice and want to chase clouds and so on.
I vape to stay away from cigarettes and I would like to use a mech mod for daily vaping and also I don't want to bring a 60ml bottle of ejuice with me during work!
For example a mechmod with a smok tvf8 would fit? Should I pay attention to something? (Except for battery related problems)

I really hate the look and the huge size of these regulated box mods out there and the only option for aesthetics is a mech mod. There are some really cool designs around the web. The ijoy limitless series is one of them...

 

[bsidb]

nm

 

[juicynoos]

You can happily use any topper you like providing it takes it's airflow in a way that the mech will allow. My mechs are still in constant use with Kay-fun tanks on top

 

[Ben85]

You can happily use any topper you like providing it takes it's airflow in a way that the mech will allow. My mechs are still in constant use with Kay-fun tanks on top

This is not necessity true.

Taking aesthetics out of the equation, your biggest concern is safety. Tanks generally are not recommended for faux-hybrid mech mods as the centre pin on quite a few of them are either spring loaded, or they do no protrude enough for that type of connection. If however the mech mod you are looking into is one which has a centre pin in the top cap, then yes, almost any 510 tank will fit.

By the way, I haven't even seen a tank which takes air from the centre pin for a long time. That's almost not even an issue to consider with newer mods.

 

[WhiskeyTango]

Even with a 510 pin in the mod, you should test all of the premade coils on a regulated mod or ohm meter before attaching them to a mech mod. Some coils come from the factory shorted out and will cause a battery to vent.

 

[juicynoos]

This is not necessity true.

Taking aesthetics out of the equation, your biggest concern is safety.

Thank you @Ben85, safety is the main concern with using any topper on a mech mod.
I assume anyone using or planning to do so, has done enough research beforehand, but in general when not using "faux hybrid" 510 connection's a good many devices are compatible depending on the mech to some degree.

By the way, I haven't even seen a tank which takes air from the centre pin for a long time. That's almost not even an issue to consider with newer mods.

Again my slip is showing..yeeah, some of us ol' types still got them I'm embarrassed to say.

Even with a 510 pin in the mod, you should test all of the premade coils on a regulated mod or ohm meter before attaching them to a mech mod. Some coils come from the factory shorted out and will cause a battery to vent.

Agreed, an ohm reader is essential for working with unregulated devices.

For example a mechmod with a smok tvf8 would fit? Should I pay attention to something? (Except for battery related problems)

The tfv8 a Merlin or any rebuildable device can be paired with a mech-yes, pay attention to everything and especially battery potential problems. Otherwise most rba, rbta's etc can be used...of course

 

[nebulaskin]

Thanks for the replies!
So, if i understood it correctly, i have to look for an atomizer that doesn't takes air withing the mech head and the atom bottom, right?

Also, does this mod with the following tank would work?
http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/08...-83bd-e100212ce9e0_1024x1024.jpg?v=1475848487

tank:
https://cdn2.bigcommerce.com/n-zfvg...tless_XL_Tank_RTA_8__96765.1472430992.jpg?c=2

or

http://www.3fvape.com/100043-thickb...r-blue-stainless-steel-6ml-245mm-diameter.jpg

Also, as a battery i was thinking about the Sony 18650 vtc6 3000mha.. By doing some research it seems to be one of the best!

 

[CagedSpam]

One consideration is the quality of your vape. Regulated box/tank users can dial it in and depend on static variables. Mech users start at 4.2V ish and slowly go down to sad vape land.

YMMV, good topic btw

 

[nebulaskin]

One consideration is the quality of your vape. Regulated box/tank users can dial it in and depend on static variables. Mech users start at 4.2V ish and slowly go down to sad vape land.

YMMV, good topic btw

You mean that by using a mech mod, the "quality" of the vape decreases proportionally to the battery charge?
That's something that i didn't think about.
Does a low battery level (10%?) mean also more danger?


btw copied the signature from juicynoos thanks

 

[puffon]

If you are just looking for a "tube" mod shape, something like a Provari would work, and give a consistent regulated vape.

 

[nebulaskin]

If you are just looking for a "tube" mod shape, something like a Provari would work, and give a consistent regulated vape.

You're right... tube shaped mod but with a cool design and that's able to go over 20w.. Provari P3 stops at 20 watts and design it's not comparable to all these nice mech mods!
With a mech mod i got everything i want but less control and less safety.

 

[CagedSpam]

You mean that by using a mech mod, the "quality" of the vape decreases proportionally to the battery charge?
That's something that i didn't think about.
Does a low battery level (10%?) mean also more danger?

Yes to the first and IIRC battery age, condition, and prior treatment are more likely to get into "danger".

RE: Mechs
Its been my experience that at 40-60% or so on the battery the vape is noticeably poorer, you may find yourself button mashing trying to get a good puff.

 

[Kickingthesticks]

Unless I'm building my own coils. The premade drop ins aren't that great to use on single 18650s. But I like to vape at a higher voltage when I sub ohm. So battery safety first. And make sure your 510 pin is safe if your using a faux hybrid/direct to battery mod.

 

[HauntedMyst]

One consideration is the quality of your vape. Regulated box/tank users can dial it in and depend on static variables. Mech users start at 4.2V ish and slowly go down to sad vape land.

YMMV, good topic btw

You mean that by using a mech mod, the "quality" of the vape decreases proportionally to the battery charge?
That's something that i didn't think about.
Does a low battery level (10%?) mean also more danger?

Mech do lose power but the idea of the quality of the vape going down is not accurate. Everyone forgets that when you smoked, the beginning of the cig, pipe or cigar was different from the end. A mech mod is like that, where the varying power alters the vape as you wear down the battery. I find it much more enjoyable than a regulated vape.

 

[Hightech Redneck]

Something along these lines could work for you.

 

[CagedSpam]

I like your perspective better @HauntedMyst . Feels like a more nuanced appreciation for the method, thank you.

 

[juicynoos]

Something along these lines could work for you.

tempted to get one of those myself

 

[Bad Ninja]

Mechanical mods are not for vapers who do not understand how they work and the risks associated with using then.
Please take the time to educate yourself before you purchase one.
You are the only safety with a mech.

That said, I use them almost exclusively with zero problems.

Using premade coilheads with any mechanical is a very bad idea.
The thin insulators are made of soft rubber and can easily shift or tear.

(You can safely use premade coils with a suitable RDA if building coils isnt an option)

 

[HauntedMyst]

Mechanical mods are not for vapers who do not understand how they work and the risks associated with using then.
Please take the time to educate yourself before you purchase one.

Or if...an this is a big "if" that only you can decide...you do decide not to educate yourself, please film yourself doing ridiculous, hilarious things while the mech mod is in your pocket along with your lots of keys, changes and spare batteries so that WHEN it does go nuclear, it will provide viral entertainment on youtube for the rest of us.

 

[Rule62]

Mech do lose power but the idea of the quality of the vape going down is not accurate. Everyone forgets that when you smoked, the beginning of the cig, pipe or cigar was different from the end. A mech mod is like that, where the varying power alters the vape as you wear down the battery. I find it much more enjoyable than a regulated vape.

Also, it's important to point out that the battery drop off or discharge in a mechanical mod isn't a straight line. The voltage drops off very quickly, from the full charge of 4.2V down to about 3.9V or so. Then the drop off is gradual (depending of course on the condition of the batteries), until it goes below about 3.7V. Then the drop off is quick again.
I enjoy the vape I get with mech mods. It's all I use. I don't even own a regulated mod.
But, one must take the time to learn battery safety, to use mech mods correctly.