That may be fine, tA71ana. Some vapers are in favor of the add-on button tops. You'll find varying views here, I'm sure. 
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Hmmm - I just ordered #3 on the list
I got some of those. I measured them and they were only a few millimeters longer than the AW. I measured it but can't exactly remember now. 2 or 3 mms. They work fine. I guess it's possible that they are putting extra stress on the board connection that could cause problems long term. It would be possible to grind a few mms off the top of the spring. The small extra length isn't enough to persuade me to go there though.
Hmmm - I just ordered #3 on the list
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I just recently ordered a bunch of button tops from Orbtronics. They were still in stock the last time I checked.
I've had 7-8 years (40-50 batteries, or thereabouts) of excellent luck with them. They're re-wrapped Panasonics, as I understand it, but slightly smaller (in length) than the gray ones that are sometimes advertised. They grays gave my Provaris a tiny bit of issue, in that they were really compressing the springs down tight.
I ended up sticking with the Orbs instead, and that was back around mid 2012, I think.
I've had 7-8 years (40-50 batteries, or thereabouts) of excellent luck with them. They're re-wrapped Panasonics, as I understand it, but slightly smaller (in length) than the gray ones that are sometimes advertised. They grays gave my Provaris a tiny bit of issue, in that they were really compressing the springs down tight.
I ended up sticking with the Orbs instead, and that was back around mid 2012, I think.
It's funny because I just decided to break mine back into rotation, two days ago. Rockin' an old-skewl Cerotank to burn a stockpile of BVC coils on hand. With a bit of Naked LavaFlow (cut/up-mixed to 15mg, 65PG/VG), it's been quite enjoyable! Plus, I've always liked the "Skyscraper" look, going back to cartos on Provis.
Great mod for the money. Excellent recommendation, Sir H.
VaporShark still offers a compact rDNA60, the upgraded version of the rDNA40. I actually transitioned from my provari's to the 40 when i dropped my favorite provari standard in a massive puddle. the switch from voltage to wattage was fairly easy to make, and it is a pretty solid mod. ended up paying it forward to my brother when his eleaf 100 died. he still uses it.
I went to Orbtronic to see if they had gotten in the SX30 18650 2100mAh IMRs Button Tops.
No luck yet
Dang.
No luck yet
Dang.
I just went and bought the GV Aegis Solo with some Samsung INR18650-20S/2000mAh Batts. 
It looks like a great backup for now (since I am paranoid about something happening to the Provari and I have no dependable backup Mods).
I like the Build of it and the fact that it is easy to grip, because well, I have a bad case of butterfingers.
The Jac is mighty fine too and I'm def getting that one too as a backup for my backup, lol
The Price is nice too!
I would like to thank everyone who replied
Your replies were sooo helpful and I really appreciate them
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It looks like a great backup for now (since I am paranoid about something happening to the Provari and I have no dependable backup Mods).
I like the Build of it and the fact that it is easy to grip, because well, I have a bad case of butterfingers.
The Jac is mighty fine too and I'm def getting that one too as a backup for my backup, lol
The Price is nice too!
I would like to thank everyone who replied
Your replies were sooo helpful and I really appreciate them
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I think you'll love the JAC. It's a great carry around mod when out of the house just like the Provari. Just be sure to turn it off before putting it in your pocket or purse; it has a very sensitive fire button.The Jac is mighty fine too and I'm def getting that one too as a backup for my backup, lol
The Price is nice too!
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I do like that Jac, for real - nice and compactI think you'll love the JAC. It's a great carry around mod when out of the house just like the Provari. Just be sure to turn it off before putting it in your pocket or purse; it has a very sensitive fire button.
Thanks, for the tip about the Fire Button - its those type of nuances about a Device that are nice to know!
I received the Samsung INR18650-30Qs (added Button Tops) in the mail today.
Got them from Liion Wholesale.
They are actually shorter in length than my Efest IMR 2000mAh Batts.
At 500mAh they are going to take awhile charge, lol.
I'd charge them at 1A but was tipped by somebody a while back that 500mAh is just easier on the Batt overall.
I'm retired so its not like I don't have time, lmao.
Got them from Liion Wholesale.
They are actually shorter in length than my Efest IMR 2000mAh Batts.
At 500mAh they are going to take awhile charge, lol.
I'd charge them at 1A but was tipped by somebody a while back that 500mAh is just easier on the Batt overall.
I'm retired so its not like I don't have time, lmao.
OOps!
Yes, thats what I meant, lol.
The Batt is 3000mAh....I want to charge it at 500mAh.
My not having enough Coffee on board is not a good enough excuse for a blunder like that.
(Proof)reading is fundamental, lmao.
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If you do wind up going for a backup provari, I have 3 procyons and I love them. They are a lot heavier and they are solid. A P3 can also have non button tops (in fact it should.)
The ephro 101 is okay I have one and I'm not using it currently. The vape is fine but the build quality is nowhere near a provari.
Glad you found something you liked.
If you want solid and easy to use I hear Squid Industries is now making a single barrel with one battery ? They are VV/W only no bells and whistles but built like a tank. Great battery life.
Anna
The ephro 101 is okay I have one and I'm not using it currently. The vape is fine but the build quality is nowhere near a provari.
Glad you found something you liked.
If you want solid and easy to use I hear Squid Industries is now making a single barrel with one battery ? They are VV/W only no bells and whistles but built like a tank. Great battery life.
Anna
Oh, that one from Squid Industries sounds promising - I will keep a watch out for it
Thanks for the heads up!
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