E-Power ?'s

[AzPlumber]

First off let me take this opportunity to thank everyone at mad vapes, they are a class act.

Ok, after having the E-Power for a couple of days, I have a few questions.

Can you charge the E-Power with an Ego charger? I have searched for an answer to this for two days. Didn't even find a post asking It.

Can you safely use unprotected batteries in it?

How sturdy are the switches? Do I need a spare?

 

[Jasonlowe]

I don't own one but iv checked into them.
you can't use a ego charger you will fry the switch.
Its always best to use protected batteries,but i am sure unprotected will fit.
If this is going to be your only pv then buy a extra switch just in case.

 

[direwolf123]

I have the epower from madvapes. I havent tried the ego charger but the kit comes with a battery charger so no need to. I have only used protected batteries because ive heard of the problems with unprotected but i believe they work with the e-power. As for the switch, I bought an extra one but havent needed it yet and Ive been using it for a couple months. So far so good. Its my favorite pv so far.

 

[wolfstone5]

I've never seen unprotected 14650's but if they are available, I'm sure they would work just fine. As for using a standard eGo charger, I would definitely NOT attempt it. You'll most likely fry the switch unit. I've been using my e Power for a few months without any problems but...I have several other mods that I use so the e Power isn't in constant operation. It wouldn't hurt to have another switch laying around just in case.

 

[AzPlumber]

Thanks for the replies/info

IMR 14650's have been available for awhile. They are a little safer chemistry but they are not protected. Just not sure yet if this E-Power has additional protection in the switch assembly.

I have several Li-Ion chargers so I don't need to use the Ego charger, but wanted to know for sure if damage would occur if the wife accidently screwed one on hers.

My switch has been a little sticky since my original post, so I will grab a couple of them when MV's gets them in stock.

 

[Laffs]

I have various mods now but the ePower is my first one after a costly pos starter ecig mistake. I carry it to work every weekday and have used the AW 14650 battery in it often. I would use the IMR but haven't yet, as the blue ones at MadVapes work great and last well. I cannot feel good about recommending an unprotected battery to others, even if I'd personally do so though.

I bought an extra switch but have not needed it. I have cleaned my button with an eye glasses wipe and once or twice with rubbing alcohol and a Qtip when it felt sticky. Still works fine on an almost daily basis since the end of July. I do use others a lot in the evening, different V and different flavors, and on weekends.

I highly recommend a back up switch, just in case. Wouldn't want someone to have to be tempted to smoke while waiting on one, or on batteries either one.

 

[AzPlumber]

Thanks for the info Laffs

At this point I would recomend this over the Ego. The option to use different battery types and capacity is a plus over the Ego and the abillity to replace parts (electronics) is a big plus. Much better hit then an Ego also IMO.