Do I need an ohm meter?

[matt3990]

I'm sure this is a dumb question.. but hey it's beginner forum!


Can you test your ohms with something like an eVic? It has built in ohm tester. I want to get into building but don't know if I should buy an ohm meter or not when I already have eVic that can read ohms.

Thanks for the help.

 

[David1975]

I know the general census is, yes, you need an ohm meter or multimeter. Personally, I use the meter on the device I'm using. The only time I use an actual meter is when I am using a mech mod..... and sometimes I'll even then, build on a vv/vw protected device and use that devices meter.

 

[munkeeboy2]

I can't really answer your question but can say I'm in a similar position. I wanna start building some coils so ordered an RDA and a vamo v5. The vamo has an ohm tester built in so I am not planning on buying a separate tester. You can test your coils with a multimeter too if you have one lying around.
I have the waiting game for my vamo as I ordered from china

 

[matt3990]

Thanks guys for responding so quick! That's what I wanted to hear, I don't want to purchase an ohm meter yet, don't have the money, that's just one more thing. Going to see if I'm smart enough to build now..

 

[Equilibrium]

If you're not wanting to build super low sub-ohm builds then the built in ohm checker should work fine BUT if you're wanting to go low - say, .2 - .8 ohms I'd get a multimeter.

 

[edyle]

I'm sure this is a dumb question.. but hey it's beginner forum!


Can you test your ohms with something like an eVic? It has built in ohm tester. I want to get into building but don't know if I should buy an ohm meter or not when I already have eVic that can read ohms.

Thanks for the help.

Yes you can test your ohms with something like an eVic.

If you are getting into rebuildables, I'd recommend a multimeter

 

[Kaezziel]

I tend to agree with Equilibrium here. If you're not going below around .7 or so, the built in ohm reader on the eVic should be fine.
If you plan to go below that, then I would definitely suggest getting a dedicated ohm meter or a really good multimeter. Keep in mind that most multimeters do not read past 0.X, and you will want to read 0.XX accurately when you start trying to go down to 0.5 and below for sure.

 

[matt3990]

I tend to agree with Equilibrium here. If you're not going below around .7 or so, the built in ohm reader on the eVic should be fine.
If you plan to go below that, then I would definitely suggest getting a dedicated ohm meter or a really good multimeter. Keep in mind that most multimeters do not read past 0.X, and you will want to read 0.XX accurately when you start trying to go down to 0.5 and below for sure.

Okay, thank you. I will practice on the evic first until I get the hand of it and will plan on getting ohm meter in the future. I don't know much about sub ohm as the other poster mentioned (or even what that means really, I'm guessing anything below 1.0?) but I'm nowhere near enough experience yet, just going to try to build my first coil today.

 

[danthony428]

I know you've already decided to just use the evic for now to test your resistance, but I thought i'd throw in my 2 cents anyways.

The ohm checker i have was cheap, probably less than 10 bucks. My safety is worth much more than that. I test my builds no matter what i'm building, its just an extra safety measure that should be taken to prevent any mishaps or explosions.

 

[Kaezziel]

Okay, thank you. I will practice on the evic first until I get the hand of it and will plan on getting ohm meter in the future. I don't know much about sub ohm as the other poster mentioned (or even what that means really, I'm guessing anything below 1.0?) but I'm nowhere near enough experience yet, just going to try to build my first coil today.

Yes, anything under 1.0 ohms is considered sub-ohm. For your first build, I would aim for around 1.8 ohms (which should work on your eVic). If you know what kind of wire you are using and what size it is, then you can get an idea of how many wraps you need and what you need to wrap it around to reach your desired result.

Use this Steam Engine to get an idea for your build.

 

[Equilibrium]

Here is a great resource for wrapping coils..... Coil wrapping | Steam Engine | free vaping calculators

Remember - it's a guide. Not 100% accurate all the time but damn close!

 

[Equilibrium]

Yes, anything under 1.0 ohms is considered sub-ohm. For your first build, I would aim for around 1.8 ohms (which should work on your eVic). If you know what kind of wire you are using and what size it is, then you can get an idea of how many wraps you need and what you need to wrap it around to reach your desired result.

Use this Steam Engine to get an idea for your build.

LOL... you beat me too it!!

 

[Robino1]

If you're not wanting to build super low sub-ohm builds then the built in ohm checker should work fine BUT if you're wanting to go low - say, .2 - .8 ohms I'd get a multimeter.

Yes you can test your ohms with something like an eVic.

If you are getting into rebuildables, I'd recommend a multimeter

What ^^^^ they ^^^^ said. As I read further and see that you are planning on staying above 1.0, the one on your device is good. I like the way you are approaching your adventure into coil building. Baby steps

Welcome to the forum

 

[Kaezziel]

LOL... you beat me too it!!

Gotta be quicker than that, bro!!

 

[Kaezziel]

Like Robin said.... we're all VERY happy that you are taking small steps here and trying to do things safely.... you are doing things exactly right!
If you have any trouble or questions, you can PM me and I'd be happy to help walk you through any issues...

 

[matt3990]

Great link, thank you! Though looking at all the settings on that page do make it feel like a daunting task.. I'm sure I'll get the hang of it though.

 

[Equilibrium]

It's not that bad. just enter the wire size you're using 28g, 30g etc, the target resistance (ohm) and the size rod you'll be wrapping on 5/64", 2mm etc and then to the far right it will tell you the number of wraps. You'll figure it out.

 

[matt3990]

It's not that bad. just enter the wire size you're using 28g, 30g etc, the target resistance (ohm) and the size rod you'll be wrapping on 5/64", 2mm etc and then to the far right it will tell you the number of wraps. You'll figure it out.

When you say 'size rod you'll be wrapping' do you mean the section called 'Inner diameter of coil' cause that part is what is confusing me right now.

 

[Equilibrium]

yes the inner diameter refers to the rod or "jig" you'll be using to wrap your coil(s) on.

 

[Kaezziel]

Sorry... I'm at work and bouncing in and out.... looks like you're getting your answers though!