Begginer Vaper

[The Outlaw Dripper]

Hello guys! Im new here and I've had several vapes of my own. Nothing fancy just a couple of starter kits. Just tonight my Evod VV battery with my kanger protank 2 decided to crap out on me. I've only had it for about a day now I bought it on craigslist. A friend of mine has a nice mod with a rda on it. It hits nice and I enjoy using it. I also received a nice Kamry K100+ mechanical mod that he gave me. Could I put a rda on that? What kind of rda do you guys recommend? My budget is about $20-$30. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[eyerhere]

Before getting an rda you MUST understand ohms law, battery safety and coil building. You should not attempt any sub ohm untill you have a few higher ohm builds under your belt. You also MUST have an ohm reader and a digital multi meter before attempting to use an rda or any other rebuildable atty.

 

[Susan~S]

Hello and welcome to the forum. Glad to have you here!

As eyerhere mentioned there is a lot to learn before using mech mods & rebuildables.

For an education on mech 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 referrance 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

How to Spot Fake Sony Batteries

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

 

[Slortz]

Hi and welcome T.O.D! As eyerhere says, knowledge of Ohms law, battery safety and coil building as well as how to wick properly are the first things you need,. there are plenty of Youtube guides to show you what and how.
Once you have an idea of how and you have the tools including an ohm meter/voltmeter suitable wire and wicking material, check out the Igo-W7, chinese, cheap and plentiful. You will be hard pressed to get an RDA and gear to build it for under $30 stateside tho unless you order something from china but it would take awhile to ship to you.

 

[Nana Gail]

Hi and welcome, not sure what you mean by BOTH of your gear Craping out on you? You do know that the battery is rechargable right? and that the coils in your protank are replaceable? Maybe a little more information would help us get you up and Vapeing again without your jumping off a cliff before your ready. Vapeing is like good Bar-B-Q it's best if started "well seasoned and cooked very very slowly" by that I mean alot of reading and instruction, and then practiced for a good while with simpler gear, before you try to Play with the Pipe Bombs! We are all here to help but please learn to walk before you run the Boston Marathon. You tube has lots of Vape videos that might help too, thats where many of us found our start with our gear, give it a try, and ask as many questions here as you need to. Again welcome to ECF.

 

[The Outlaw Dripper]

Hi and welcome, not sure what you mean by BOTH of your gear Craping out on you? You do know that the battery is rechargable right? and that the coils in your protank are replaceable? Maybe a little more information would help us get you up and Vapeing again without your jumping off a cliff before your ready. Vapeing is like good Bar-B-Q it's best if started "well seasoned and cooked very very slowly" by that I mean alot of reading and instruction, and then practiced for a good while with simpler gear, before you try to Play with the Pipe Bombs! We are all here to help but please learn to walk before you run the Boston Marathon. You tube has lots of Vape videos that might help too, thats where many of us found our start with our gear, give it a try, and ask as many questions here as you need to. Again welcome to ECF.

Thanks for your reply. I do realize they are rechargeable. I just fixed my mini protank 2. The issue was the o-ring in the bottom was being puched out and was blocking juice from the wicks. I got it back up and running thankfully! Im gonna read further into RDA's and all that! Thanks!

 

[daleron]

Welcome to ECF TOD

 

[Miata GT]

Welcome! Lots of great info here!

 

[P0stalTek]

Hello and welcome to the forum. Glad to have you here!

As eyerhere mentioned there is a lot to learn before using mech mods & rebuildables.

Awesome canned response. I am just here to get my 5 posts so I can post elsewhere

I just thought I'd mention that this is GREAT information for any new vaper. Kudos to you.

 

[Warpigs]

Welcome to ECF! Be safe!