DCT help....

[jennilydg]

So now I'm using smoktech DCT 2.0 ohm on the v max. Volts are at 3.5 and my issue is my tip on the tank gets hot. First few draws are cool with somewhat good vapor output, then it heats up and the tip gets hot and the vapor is less. I'm using 24mg tobacco flavor from DFW vapor.

 

[Tookiedoo]

I occasionally get a warm tip when I'm chain vaping, but I don't usually have problems with less vapor. It could be that the carto is not wicking fast enough. Do you know what the PG/VG ratio of the juice is, and how many holes are punched in the carto?

 

[jennilydg]

One hole in the carto and I'm not sure of the ratio for the juice, it doesn't say on the bottle. I got a hot tip when using the vivi nova as well... I WOULD chain vape if the tip didn't get hot. Maybe a different system??

 

[Tookiedoo]

A cart with 2 or 3 holes will wick more, and may help with the less vapor problems. Not sure what to tell you about the hot tips though. Are the tips metal or plastic? My metal tips definitely get warmer faster than my plastic ones.

 

[jennilydg]

Tips are clear plastic. I wanna try a higher voltage but for sure it will get super hot. Any suggestions on a set up for chain vaping? I have noticed the cooler the juice is, the better and stronger the vapor. Does that explain the ratio?

 

[Tookiedoo]

What I use is a 2.5 ohm dual coil with two holes. My juice is 80pg/20pg. I vape a lot, and it seems to work well for me.

 

[jennilydg]

What battery/mod are you using and at what voltage setting. I might try the 2 hole punched carts and a higher ohm and see what happens

 

[rjeatkrconley]

I chain vape my novas and have no heating issues. I just started using a v1 vmax that I got for free. The only suggestion I have is when was the last time you cleaned the contacts on the vmax and the nova? Perhaps a dry burn. Does your vmax have menu 8? Rms makes a huge difference?
Edit: Oops, you are using cartos, ymmv
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[Tookiedoo]

I use a Provari at about 4.2 to 4.8 depending on the flavor. I rotate multiple flavors, and some taste better a little cooler, some a little warmer.

 

[jennilydg]

I have several novas including a mini and a knock off. Love the flavor with them but I get a lot of juice in my mouth and hot popping juice. I also don't like rolling it around to keep the wicks wet. since it popped really hot in my mouth I'm kinda scared to use them

 

[Tookiedoo]

I tried the Novas as well. I didn't care for them. I've also tried the kangers. I haven't tried anything yet that I like better than my carto tanks.

 

[jennilydg]

Have you tried a single coil, any thoughts on that?

 

[Buggs5347]

Single coil smoktech cartos work great in the DCT tank. I use the 1.7 ohm Smoks with 2 holes because I can use them on a plain ego as well as a vv device. Though, with 1.7 ohm you should keep the voltage at no more than 4.2. I like them at 3.2 to 3.7v

 

[jennilydg]

I'm also using the smoktech cartos, don't know if that's my getting hot issue but its the only carts I have used

 

[Tookiedoo]

The single coils worked well for me too. Maybe it's in my head, but I think I get better flavor and more vapor from my dual coils, so I stick with them.

 

[soul05]

just try a different cartomizer, theyre so cheap you can stock up on ones you like. i got a boge f16 a few weeks ago, was getting very little vapor production with the carto that came with it. i changed the carto, and now i get clouds of vapor. just try different cartos until you find the one thatll work best for you

 

[jennilydg]

I will certainly try the single coil carts and also try the carts with more than one hole. I live in the Dallas area and we have so many e shops but they all seem to carry smoktech products. I really want some cool looking tanks and tips from bigdaddy but don't wanna spend the money til I find the perfect set up

 

[Buggs5347]

I'm also using the smoktech cartos, don't know if that's my getting hot issue but its the only carts I have used

I've used both and both can work fine and both can suck. For me, the duals get too hot and shorten the battery life faster. I'm happy with the single coils. But as I said, either can work fine. What I suspect is that because it only has one hole it probably didn't feed quick enough and you've burned the wick nearest the coil. Therefore it doesn't wick as well and overheats. I think I went through 4 cartos before I learned the ins and outs of carto/tanks with proper priming, learning how to use my punch tool to punch a second hole, etc.

 

[Baditude]

Be aware that the Smoktech V max uses an earlier version of PWM and tends to put out a higher voltage than what you actually set. This is pretty common knowledge, and most users have learned to compensate by as much as one volt less to get what your set.

I'd also recommend going with a 2.5 - 3.0 ohm single coil carto if you plan on using higher than standard voltages. You might want to try a pyrex glass tip as they do not transfer heat like acrylic, metal, or ceramic tips will. Glass tips can be on the pricey side though. I like the ones from Hot Vapes and Sagewood Glass.

I've got an article in my blog concerning dual coil vs single coil cartomizers. Scroll down the linked page to find it. http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blogs/baditude/3295-sample-list-vendors-selling-pre-punched-single-coil-cartomizers-cartotanks.html

 

[jennilydg]

Yes I'm aware the v max puts out more power. I try and keep that In mind but can't seem to find that "sweet spot" when adjusting the voltage. I will try the glass tips you mentioned as well as other types of cartos. I can deal with what I'm using for now, just can't seem to vape constantly without letting it cool for a min. I'm still new to all this and am determined to get it right. Tomorrow will be 1 month smoke free!!!