Chi You clone questions! Also some Kayfun stuffs.

[Tyler Warren]

Hey everyone! I'm pretty new at this, I know the basics about making coils, wicking, etc. Currently I'm running an iStick 50w, moving from regulated to get some experience in the mech world! I just invested in a Chi You as well as a Rose gold colored kayfun clone. At least I think it's a clone, I got it second hand. Anyways, I'm currently running at 1 ohm, does anyone have any experience with this Kayfun clone or the Chi You? If so, any advice for ohm/wattage/batteries? Also, if I could find the source/manufacturer of the clone, that would also be helpful! P.S. Any advice on safety for mech mods is also greatly appreciated. Resources are welcome as well!

 

[Susan~S]

If you are new to mech mods and/or rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with @Baditude (one of our resident battery/safety experts) and visit his blogs. You are now 100% in control of your own safety (and others around you). Make sure you purchase an ohm reader and a voltmeter or DMM so you can measure your builds, check for shorts and measure the remaining charge on your batteries.

Baditude's Blog - Table of Contents: The blogs that address battery safety, Ohm's Law, CDR (continuous discharge rating/Amps) and how they all work together are detailed below:

BATTERIES

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.

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

Ohm's Law for Dummies (Vapers)
* My attempt at explaining Ohm's Law in layman terms and how it relates to vaping.

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.

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

 

[Alter]

Kayfun clone or not, get yourself a coil winder thingy or whatever has a 3mm shaft. In my kayfuns now run nothing but 9 wraps of 26 gauge kanthal, 3mm coil, its 1.0-1.2 ohms then with cellucotton(Rayon) wicking... its a great vape.

 

[Tyler Warren]

Thanks guys! I'll take a look at the resources. Also, thanks for the build advice!