Just rebuilt my first rda. Dual coil on a Patriot measured at .9 ohms, on top of a Sentinel M-16. I am using UltraFire 18650 batteries, 4200mAh, 3.7V. My problem (I think) is I am only getting 20-30 hits out of each battery before it dies. The batteries fully charged are measuring 4.1V. I switch between lung and mouth hits so for question purposes, say I am 4-5 second lung hitting every time. I am new to mechanical mods and RDA building so my question is, is this battery life normal. This seems like short battery life to me but I am unsure. Is this normal? Thank you for any help provided.
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Throw those firebombs out right away! get new IMR batteries right away before you blow those ultrafires up!!!!!
They are probably only rated at 3 amps, you are drawing 4.5 amps. They are tripping the protection until that fails then they go into thermal run away.
You need a 10 amp battery to run that coil. Imr or safe chemistry is absolutely the only Battery that should be used. If you even think about going to .5 you need an absolute minimum of a 15 amp rated battery. 20amp would make more sense.
Do some research to learn how to vape a mechanical mod at sub ohm.... you have a pipe bomb in your hand right now... It can be done safely.
Whoever set you up with that or recommended that should know better. Your about the lung hit fire.
They are probably only rated at 3 amps, you are drawing 4.5 amps. They are tripping the protection until that fails then they go into thermal run away.
You need a 10 amp battery to run that coil. Imr or safe chemistry is absolutely the only Battery that should be used. If you even think about going to .5 you need an absolute minimum of a 15 amp rated battery. 20amp would make more sense.
Do some research to learn how to vape a mechanical mod at sub ohm.... you have a pipe bomb in your hand right now... It can be done safely.
Whoever set you up with that or recommended that should know better. Your about the lung hit fire.
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Hello and welcome to the forum. Glad to have you here!
The batteries you are using are totally inappropriate for use in mods. They are Li-Ion batteries (suitable for flashlight use). Mods today require IMR (Li-Mn) or IMR/Hybrid safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries.
Any battery/charger with the name *fire* in it should be avoided.
For an education on mods and rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (our resident battery expert) and visit his blogs. Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:
BATTERIES
9. Battery Basics for Mods: IMR or Protected ICR?
* Another essential read to understand which batteries are safe to use in mechanical and regulated mods. Includes a frequently updated list of recommended safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries with their specifications.
11. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 1
* For those who want to learn the differences between IMR, IMR/hybrid, and ICR batteries. What do those numbers and letters on batteries mean? What's an amp rating?
12. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 2
* Protected vs unprotected batteries - what's the difference? Ohm's Law 101. What is an AW battery? What is an inline fuse? What is stacking batteries?
17. Purple Efest Batteries Not As Advertised
* A cautionary blog that reveals that the purple Efest batteries may not have the specifications advertised. Also includes a commentary on "continuous discharge ratings" vs "pulse discharge ratings" of battery specs.
OHM'S LAW
14. Ohm's Law for Dummies (Vapers)
* My attempt at explaining Ohm's Law in layman terms and how it relates to vaping.
16. Explain it to the Dumb Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations
* As simple as it is to use, some people have a tough time grasping the concept. Warning: Includes graphic photos of mod explosions.
MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES
7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.
15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.
BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY
Only buy batteries from a reputable supplier (not ebay or Amazon) as there are many counterfeit batteries being sold. Here are several reputable battery suppliers in the US.
* RTD Vapor
* Illumination Supply
* Lighthound
* Orbtronics
The batteries you are using are totally inappropriate for use in mods. They are Li-Ion batteries (suitable for flashlight use). Mods today require IMR (Li-Mn) or IMR/Hybrid safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries.
Any battery/charger with the name *fire* in it should be avoided.
For an education on mods and rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (our resident battery expert) and visit his blogs. Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:
BATTERIES
9. Battery Basics for Mods: IMR or Protected ICR?
* Another essential read to understand which batteries are safe to use in mechanical and regulated mods. Includes a frequently updated list of recommended safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries with their specifications.
11. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 1
* For those who want to learn the differences between IMR, IMR/hybrid, and ICR batteries. What do those numbers and letters on batteries mean? What's an amp rating?
12. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 2
* Protected vs unprotected batteries - what's the difference? Ohm's Law 101. What is an AW battery? What is an inline fuse? What is stacking batteries?
17. Purple Efest Batteries Not As Advertised
* A cautionary blog that reveals that the purple Efest batteries may not have the specifications advertised. Also includes a commentary on "continuous discharge ratings" vs "pulse discharge ratings" of battery specs.
OHM'S LAW
14. Ohm's Law for Dummies (Vapers)
* My attempt at explaining Ohm's Law in layman terms and how it relates to vaping.
16. Explain it to the Dumb Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations
* As simple as it is to use, some people have a tough time grasping the concept. Warning: Includes graphic photos of mod explosions.
MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES
7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.
15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.
BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY
Only buy batteries from a reputable supplier (not ebay or Amazon) as there are many counterfeit batteries being sold. Here are several reputable battery suppliers in the US.
* RTD Vapor
* Illumination Supply
* Lighthound
* Orbtronics
Wow thanks everyone. Those batteries are in the garbage already. I will take the blame on this one and chalk it up to getting too big for my britches, too quick. I guess I need to do way more research. I spent all my time researching builds and did research basic electrI city and ohms law. I did not research batteries enough I suppose. Well, back to my EVO for the night. I will be a battery expert by morning. Hahaha, thank you again.
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