Direct dripping with an eGo-C

[jerry503]

Hi all,

I'd like to explore direct dripping and not sure where to start. I've read quite a bit about using 510 and 360 attys, but the more I read the more confused I get. Is it possible to direct drip using the atomizers that come with the eGo-C system? Like, remove the cartridge and drip down the cone onto the atomizer? And maybe use the empty cartridge like a drip tip?

If not, I'm not clear on the differences between 510 and 360 attys. Why would I choose one over the other? Being new at this and not being much into fiddling, my highest priority would be ease of use & maintenance.

Thanks for any advice you all can offer!

 

[Malduk]

You can buy drip tip made for ego cone, and then open egoc atty head (remove the spike part) and drip on that. However, I never had much luck with it. It just doesn't work all that well.

 

[nordoe]

I am not sure about direct dripping on a ego-c atty as I have never used one, but I can explain the difference in the 510 and 306. They are both 510 threaded to fit the ego or any 510 battery. The 510 atty has a coil with a bride over it and is surrounded by a metal casing for a drip tip to fit on it. The 306 is similar but does not have the metal around it, the coil and bridge are exposed. You still need a drip tip but the tip needs to go around the atty and the 510 tip goes on top.

 

[jerry503]

You still need a drip tip but the tip needs to go around the atty and the 510 tip goes on top.

I first thought you were saying to put a drip tip around the atty, then put a 510 tip on top of that. But now I think you're saying that the 306 attys require a different style drip tip than the 510s, right?

I'm still not clear on how or why I would choose a 510 over a 306, or vice versa. Just like everything else in the vaping world, I'm sure they each got their pros and cons?

 

[Nago Suka]

I've tried putting a 510 atomizer directly on the battery and dripping it. It leaks. Maybe there is something else needed? idk

 

[nordoe]

It is a different type of drip tip. The 306 drip tip covers the outside of the atty and the 510 kind of slips inside the metal casing. People tend to like the 306's for direct dripping, some may feel the design produces more vapor or a warmer hit.

 

[tj99959]

I've tried putting a 510 atomizer directly on the battery and dripping it. It leaks. Maybe there is something else needed? idk

Get a drip shield. Even a normal eGo cone will solve a lot of the problem.
Both empire and avid carry drip shields made to fit the ego type connector.
The LR 510-T atty is a great dripping atty (wick plate removed)

 

[jerry503]

Thanks for the info nordoe, that really helps! Maybe I'll try both and see what I like.

Another question. I keep reading that it's important to keep attys wet. Dumb as this may sound, I'm not sure what "wet" means. Wet with e-liquid, I assume, but does that mean I need to drip juice on them periodically, even if I'm not using them? If so, how much and how often?

 

[jerry503]

@Malduk -- very cool looking PV in your avatar, what is it?

 

[babemomlover]

From my understanding, the ego-c atty is a different threading then a 510 addy?
Am I mistaken?

 

[jerry503]

From my understanding, the ego-c atty is a different threading then a 510 addy?
Am I mistaken?

510 accessories (attys, cartos, etc) are compatible with ego batteries -- they connect to the inside (female) threads at the top of the battery rather that to the outside (male) threads below. So the outside threads are left exposed -- not as aesthetically pleasing, but functional.

 

[babemomlover]

510 accessories (attys, cartos, etc) are compatible with ego batteries -- they connect to the inside (female) threads at the top of the battery rather that to the outside (male) threads below. So the outside threads are left exposed -- not as aesthetically pleasing, but functional.

oohh, makes a lot of sense.
so is an ego battery different than an ego-c battery in the fact that it has the male threads?

 

[jerry503]

oohh, makes a lot of sense.
so is an ego battery different than an ego-c battery in the fact that it has the male threads?

My only experience is with the eGo-C, but I'm pretty sure all eGo batteries are interchangeable between the various models. It's the other pieces (atomizer, cone, etc) that are different.

 

[vanjo]

oohh, makes a lot of sense.
so is an ego battery different than an ego-c battery in the fact that it has the male threads?

Ego batteries are the same.. the threads are called 510. ego-A, ego-B and ego-c denotes the feeding systems.
If you want to explore dripping I would suggest that you get a 510 bridgeless atomizer and a eGo Drip Shield Cone. Dripping has a learning curve, with that said you will have to experiment a lot. I am no expert in dripping but have been dripping since March.

 

[HawkeyeFLA]

510 accessories (attys, cartos, etc) are compatible with ego batteries -- they connect to the inside (female) threads at the top of the battery rather that to the outside (male) threads below. So the outside threads are left exposed -- not as aesthetically pleasing, but functional.

That's why most places sell a nice small cone that screws over the outer threads of an ego style battery. Cleans it up nicely. They also make a basic cylinder style cover also that works well with the DC style tanks.

 

[StotheK]

Thanks for the info nordoe, that really helps! Maybe I'll try both and see what I like.

Another question. I keep reading that it's important to keep attys wet. Dumb as this may sound, I'm not sure what "wet" means. Wet with e-liquid, I assume, but does that mean I need to drip juice on them periodically, even if I'm not using them? If so, how much and how often?

No, keeping them wet (with e-liquid) just applies while you're actively using them. You want to avoid letting the liquid run dry as you'll get a nasty burnt taste, and in extreme cases it could break the atomizer if it gets too hot. It's a fine balancing act to learn how much liquid to apply (and it varies depending on your atomizer), it comes with practice. In the mean time, keep some paper towels handy

 

[jerry503]

If you want to explore dripping I would suggest that you get a 510 bridgeless atomizer and a eGo Drip Shield Cone.

So the drip shield cone functions as a drip shield (duh) AND covers the threads? Cool, thanks for the tip!

Why do you recommend a bridgeless atomizer? I've seen discussion and how-to videos on removing the bridge from regular attys, so I know it's a popular concept, but I've yet to fathom what the advantage is.

 

[tj99959]

So the drip shield cone functions as a drip shield (duh) AND covers the threads? Cool, thanks for the tip!

Why do you recommend a bridgeless atomizer? I've seen discussion and how-to videos on removing the bridge from regular attys, so I know it's a popular concept, but I've yet to fathom what the advantage is.

Depends on the type of atty. The good ole 510 atty has a wick under the bridge, and once it gets burned, it will always give off a burned taste. The bridge itself is a metal mesh, and it will wash off just fine. Some of the newer atties don't have that wick under the bridge, and they work just fine as they are.

It is also easier to clean & dry burn a de-bridged atty. (easier to see the coil)

 

[Malduk]

@Malduk -- very cool looking PV in your avatar, what is it?

Provari Mini.

 

[jerry503]

Provari Mini.

But it looks so...antique! Oh wait, that's the violin.....