Battery step up from eGos?

[greenpang]

My husband and I have been vaping for a little over two months and have ruined 3/6 of our eGo-type batteries at this point. (I guess they fried during charging if we plugged them in while there was some small amount of liquid at the connection?)

Since we only have 3 working batteries at the moment, we are looking to buy 2-3 additional batteries. We will probably eventually upgrade to the Provari-level stuff, but just looking for a quick fix right now. There seem to be a bunch of options that are slight upgrades in terms of batteries. Looking to spend $40-80/battery, preferably something that works relatively easily with all of our tanks/clearos (Kanger T2s, eVods, Stardusts, Vivi Novae, ProTanks); it's cool if we just need to get small connector pieces, though.

Suggestions for a "minor" battery upgrade?

 

[bazmonkey]

What are you looking for in the new battery? If you've ruined half of your batteries from getting liquid in the connectors (or in the battery)... an upgrade isn't going to fix that. You'll just ruin more expensive batteries.

In the spirit of a quick fix, can you tell which of your devices are causing this? I've been vaping (heavily) for several months on mostly eGos, and I haven't managed to ruin a single one. I understand wanting a larger/fancier battery, but they should still last longer than a couple months.

Do you screw devices/chargers too tightly to the battery? Does one of your devices leak a lot?

As for a new battery, maybe a Vamo? Around your price range, a good intro into large batteries, and the batteries themselves are replaceable and they don't charge off of the 510 connector (a huge plus if that's what's actually ruining your batteries).

 

[ScottP]

You might be good candidates for Vamo. It's a Provari like device in your price range and uses replaceable batteries so you don't plug your PV directly into anything.

VAMO V2 MOD APV Variable Voltage Variable Wattage

 

[The Ocelot]

My husband and I have been vaping for a little over two months and have ruined 3/6 of our eGo-type batteries at this point. (I guess they fried during charging if we plugged them in while there was some small amount of liquid at the connection?)

Since we only have 3 working batteries at the moment, we are looking to buy 2-3 additional batteries. We will probably eventually upgrade to the Provari-level stuff, but just looking for a quick fix right now. There seem to be a bunch of options that are slight upgrades in terms of batteries. Looking to spend $40-80/battery, preferably something that works relatively easily with all of our tanks/clearos (Kanger T2s, eVods, Stardusts, Vivi Novae, ProTanks); it's cool if we just need to get small connector pieces, though.

Suggestions for a "minor" battery upgrade?

As long as the device you choose has 510 threading and eGo threading all of your delivery devices will fit on them.

I have become very picky about batteries and will only purchase authentic Joyetech eGos/Twists or Vision Spinners (of devices in that class). It seems like more people have problems with knock-offs - but that's just batteries, I buy generic clearos all the time.

For a less expensive option to the Vamo (which, of course, means it has less features) you might want to look at a Joyetech 18650 mod. It doesn't have variable voltage or wattage (it fires at 3.7v) but it takes replaceable batteries. You would have to purchase batteries and a charger. They do not, however, use the same type of batteries as the Vamo or the Sigelei Zmax (which I am currently loving over my Vamo) so if you moved up to something like that later you would need to buy different batteries. The charger would be fine.

JoyeTech 18650 powered eGo-T - Genuine JoyeTech!

 

[wv2win]

I second the recommendation of a Vamo ($30 - $39). Being variable wattage (VW) and having a 5 amp switch, it is a definte upgrade over any eGo model PV. Plus, why pay $25+ for eGo batteries when you can get Vamo batteries for $11 and they last 2 - 3 time longer than eGo Twist batteries? I think those who keep recommending the eGo's must have money to burn.

 

[Katya]

I'm still trying to understand what exactly happened to your batteries. Were they Joyetech eGos? I have eGos and Rivas that are over two years old and still working fine. Most batteries, I imagine, have small amounts of eliquid at the connection when people put them on a charger--I don't know many vapers who religiously clean the threads before charging. I know I don't. Unless they were dripping wet, in which case I hope you wouldn't screw them onto your charger, I don't understand why and how they 'fried." Or what you mean by fried? Did they short and die? Are you sure they are dead? Have you tried cleaning the connections on your batteries and charger with some Isopropyl alcohol (91% is best)?

 

[StereoDreamer]

Also, dropping your batteries is VERY hard on them, be they an eGo, or a more complicated mod. Lithium batteries are kind of delicate, and do not like to be banged around. Dropping one can ruin it...

 

[Visus]

Ive seen this before on house md

you need to repeat these steps outlined
keep your connections clean
it would seem it would vaporize any standing liquid before it goes bad
and starts doing the play dead thing. idk

your not ready for a provari it will be to awesome
you gotta stay around with us grunts having ego's

 

[stevegmu]

Sounds like your leaky tanks are killing your batteries. If you like the eGo style battery, I'd suggest a Halo Triton system. No leaks, long battery life.

 

[Katya]

Ahem... leaky tanks do not kill sealed batteries.

Unless you pour a bottle of ejuice on your battery and some of gets inside the battery via the opening around the button.

 

[LuckyCat]

I also agree with other posters....I have sprung so many leaks with CE5s and juices that eat up polycarbonate that I have had pools of liquid sitting on top of my batteries/dripping down my fingers, but my batteries are still operable six months to a year later. I simply have to charge them more frequently than I'd like. I wouldn't necessarily have to replace them at all, but boredom sets in. Three out of six in two months is a pretty significant casualty rate....I would think it would either have to be the chargers themselves or getting knocked around/dropped. Or even just shoddy manufacturing if you aren't buying authentic, reputable brands.

Having said that, I just unboxed a couple of SLB eGo-V V2s today and the first impressions are pretty promising. While still an eGo style battery, I would say definitely a step up from the standard eGos with some fuss-free, but precise VV options, and a fair price at $30+ a head. I would definitely recommend these to anyone like myself: someone who is overwhelmed by all the technical jargon of vaping devices and mods, but wants the bells and whistles that come with personalized systems.

 

[The Ocelot]

I don't know many vapers who religiously clean the threads before charging.

me. I even take the tank off about every 20 minutes and wipe it.

 

[Katya]

me. I even take the tank off about every 20 minutes and wipe it.

I'm adding you to the list. You're number 1!

 

[greenpang]

Thanks, everyone!

The Vamo does look like a great option.

As for what we're looking for in a battery, just trying to upgrade to have more flexibility. One of our batteries is a twist, and we've gotten into playing with the voltage, but it's still pretty limited.

As for what happened to our batteries, I'm really not sure either. All but one was a genuine Joyetech, and the same thing happened to all 3 that died. It would be working, then seem dead, so we'd plug it in. The next day, despite appearing "fully charged" and the light coming on, it wouldn't actually vaporize anything.

 

[Liv2Ski]

@ greenpang - From what you described it sounds like the MOSFET on the eGo's is getting fried. Several things to look out for and juice is most likely NOT the culprit.

1. Check your charger. Did the ones that failed use the same charger. If the batteries smell like burnt electronics then the charger has killed them. I had a charger that toasted two batteries on me.
2. Do you or your husband chain vape? Are you using low resistance stuff (around 2.0 ohms) on these batteries. The week point is the MOSFET and it does not like excessive heat. When that chip fails the charger will show green and if the battery has some charge left the button will light up on the eGo but no power will be supplied to the connection.

Best of luck and happy vapes

 

[wv2win]

..........................Having said that, I just unboxed a couple of SLB eGo-V V2s today and the first impressions are pretty promising. While still an eGo style battery, I would say definitely a step up from the standard eGos with some fuss-free, but precise VV options, and a fair price at $30+ a head. I would definitely recommend these to anyone like myself: someone who is overwhelmed by all the technical jargon of vaping devices and mods, but wants the bells and whistles that come with personalized systems.

$30+ for a battery? I pay $11 for batteries and they will last 2 - 3 time longer than any eGo style battery. I don't see the attraction to these type of batteries. But if they are more sturdy than the ones the OP has, it might help the OP out.

 

[Snickerfritz]

I'm in a similar situation. I started a few months ago with a pair of eGos and have just been swapping them out until just yesterday I destroyed one of them by dropping it. Now I'm down to one. So, the thing is, I like the rechargableness of the eGos. That rules the Vamo out, yes? What's a nice battery I can go with if I just want to stick with swapping my batteries out one-by-one?

 

[e-pipeman]

I'm in a similar situation. I started a few months ago with a pair of eGos and have just been swapping them out until just yesterday I destroyed one of them by dropping it. Now I'm down to one. So, the thing is, I like the rechargableness of the eGos. That rules the Vamo out, yes? What's a nice battery I can go with if I just want to stick with swapping my batteries out one-by-one?

Not sure what you mean by "rechargableness". You have to recharge all pv batteries unless they are disposables. I use an Xtar WP6 II charger which I have had zero problems with. If you get a Vamo (which is a GREAT idea) then I'd run something like an Efest 2000 mAh IMR 18650 Li-Mn. This is a safe, reliable battery that lasts a long time on a charge. Get at least a couple of these and you'll be fine.

 

[Snickerfritz]

Oh, okay, I was thinking the Vamo used a battery that you just used and then had to replace.

 

[RIMP]

For running around I like the size and vv of the ego vv's, NOT the twist,they suck! See here E cigs | Electronic cigarettes | Apollo Electronic cigarettes they are versatile as far as voltage. Still have to clean the threads and take off charger when charged.