I just received my Cisco-spec 1.5 ohm LR 901 atty today to replace the last of my SLB LR 901 atties that just died. VaporFlow shipped the order the same day (December 1st, just 2 days ago) and it arrived today. Extremely fast shipping.
Cisco Low-Resistance 901
To start, I'd like to mention that the Cisco LR 901 is more "airy" than the SLB LR 901. What I mean is more air is drawn in, so it feels like sucking through a large straw. I don't particularly like such an airy draw, I prefer the stiff draw of the SLB atties, which aids in vapor production and flavor, in my opinion. That's OK though, because a small solder bead to tighten the hole fixed the problem, and now I have the stiff draw I enjoy.
Performance-wise, the 1.5 ohms on a 3.7v battery (which drops to like 3.5v halfway through the day) provides the same vapor sensation as the 5v box mod prototype I just finished. Up to 9 watts of power at the coil gives a nice hit, and just like the SLB LR 901, it gives amazing flavor. I'd like to add that I remove all of my bridges and wicks, and drip directly onto the coil.
Once the liquid is just about spent, there is no burnt taste. Instead, it's a more toasty flavor. It lets me know the liquid is running low without me having to taste an awful burnt taste. Leaking is minimal, but I'm only dripping 2 drops at a time.
This atty is a real champ, and for anyone who it looking to get a LOT of extra hit/flavor/vapor from their 3.7v device (higher than 500 mAh), this is the way to go. $9 bucks for the atty, $3 bucks for shipping (I opted for the $6 priority shipping) and you have one awesome addition to your vaping gear.
SLB Low-Resistance 901
I bought 2 SLB LR 901 atomizers on September 2nd, 2010 and my last one just died a couple days ago. That's 3 months of awesome vaping. I've used them with a box mod (gutted for parts), with a DSE-905 (now dead), and then with a Riva kit. I shouldn't be using LR atties on a Riva, as it reduces the life of the battery, but there's times that I just can't help myself and I need that extra hit. They definitely provide a great hit, but not as good as the Cisco LR 901 and not as much flavor. Strange that a 1.5 ohm atty would provide more flavor than a higher-ohm LR atty. Counter-intuitive, but it's the truth.
SLB LR 901's are rated at about 1.7 ohms, so they do perform well, but after a few weeks their performance dropped a little. They needed a lot of maintenance, or else they clog up and stop performing well.
The stiff draw is a very attractive feature for me, and the SLB 901's definitely have that stiffer draw. The reduced air flow allows for the air around the coil to heat up to a higher temp, allowing for better vapor production and more flavor. Too little air, and it stops working, too much and the coil stays too cool. I did no modification to the SLB atties besides a bridge delete, so the stiff draw is a stock feature.
Conclusion
The Cisco atties cost a little more than other LR atties, but that small price difference is definitely worth the superior vaping experience. 1.5 ohms for more vapor, amazing flavor, and excellent throat hit. Now, only time will tell how long they last compared to the 2 SLB atties that lasted me 3 months.
Cisco Low-Resistance 901
To start, I'd like to mention that the Cisco LR 901 is more "airy" than the SLB LR 901. What I mean is more air is drawn in, so it feels like sucking through a large straw. I don't particularly like such an airy draw, I prefer the stiff draw of the SLB atties, which aids in vapor production and flavor, in my opinion. That's OK though, because a small solder bead to tighten the hole fixed the problem, and now I have the stiff draw I enjoy.
Performance-wise, the 1.5 ohms on a 3.7v battery (which drops to like 3.5v halfway through the day) provides the same vapor sensation as the 5v box mod prototype I just finished. Up to 9 watts of power at the coil gives a nice hit, and just like the SLB LR 901, it gives amazing flavor. I'd like to add that I remove all of my bridges and wicks, and drip directly onto the coil.
Once the liquid is just about spent, there is no burnt taste. Instead, it's a more toasty flavor. It lets me know the liquid is running low without me having to taste an awful burnt taste. Leaking is minimal, but I'm only dripping 2 drops at a time.
This atty is a real champ, and for anyone who it looking to get a LOT of extra hit/flavor/vapor from their 3.7v device (higher than 500 mAh), this is the way to go. $9 bucks for the atty, $3 bucks for shipping (I opted for the $6 priority shipping) and you have one awesome addition to your vaping gear.
SLB Low-Resistance 901
I bought 2 SLB LR 901 atomizers on September 2nd, 2010 and my last one just died a couple days ago. That's 3 months of awesome vaping. I've used them with a box mod (gutted for parts), with a DSE-905 (now dead), and then with a Riva kit. I shouldn't be using LR atties on a Riva, as it reduces the life of the battery, but there's times that I just can't help myself and I need that extra hit. They definitely provide a great hit, but not as good as the Cisco LR 901 and not as much flavor. Strange that a 1.5 ohm atty would provide more flavor than a higher-ohm LR atty. Counter-intuitive, but it's the truth.
SLB LR 901's are rated at about 1.7 ohms, so they do perform well, but after a few weeks their performance dropped a little. They needed a lot of maintenance, or else they clog up and stop performing well.
The stiff draw is a very attractive feature for me, and the SLB 901's definitely have that stiffer draw. The reduced air flow allows for the air around the coil to heat up to a higher temp, allowing for better vapor production and more flavor. Too little air, and it stops working, too much and the coil stays too cool. I did no modification to the SLB atties besides a bridge delete, so the stiff draw is a stock feature.
Conclusion
The Cisco atties cost a little more than other LR atties, but that small price difference is definitely worth the superior vaping experience. 1.5 ohms for more vapor, amazing flavor, and excellent throat hit. Now, only time will tell how long they last compared to the 2 SLB atties that lasted me 3 months.
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