Istick30 charging= 1amp? https://www.eleafus.com/e-cigarette/istick-series/istick-30w-variable-wattage-device.html
Eleaf iStick "pico"
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I got my pink Pico today and need some advice! I am a Tootle Puffer and have the mode set on watts! I have it set at 6.5 watts like my iStick 30w but no matter what tank I put on it, the vape feels weak. I use nautilus minis and GS Air tanks which vape strong on my ISticks and my Provaris so I don't know why it is so different on the Pico! Any suggestions?????
I have all three and they all charge at 1A (more or less).
The circuitry doesn't care what the battery is, it's matched to the mod.
Exactly. My inline meter will drop to 0.9 for the majority of the charge cycle.
Not sure what you mean.
A removable Li-Ion will charge at the rate set on the charger, either external or built-in.
Regardless of the capacity of the cell (barring some sensing in the external charger).
Internal LiPos (i20, i30, i40, i50 etc.) could charge at a higher rate than Li-Ions, but I think most cheapie wall wart transformers have maxed out at 0.5A... with 1.0A being the new norm.
Higher end LiPo mods (DNAs etc.) probably charge faster, as well as some having a "quick charge" feature. Higher quality circuitry I'm sure.
I wouldn't want to charge my 18650s at 2A regularly, nor my cheap Eleaf LiPos.
Adjust to flavor. Don't try and match what settings you use on a different device, other then as a starting point. Find the wattage setting you like the best on the pico.
Good question. I vape @6.5 also and hope it has a well controlled Buck circuit along with proper airflow for the bottom of my carto tank.
Bummer, I browsed the only vape shop in my area today and it looks like they're going after the Clouds Bro crowd. Triple 26650 mods. Couldn't bring myself to buy the dusty lone Istick 30 on the shelf for $50. Doubt they'd get a Pico in just for me. They did have a pool table tho 
according to that last reviewer video's tests, the buck circuit is actually pretty darn accurate
The Pico is actually giving you a proper 6.5 watts. The difference is that the iStick 30w doesn't have true step down. It uses PWM (pulse width modulation). That means that the iStick 30w hits the coil with the mod's full power, even at low watt settings, but turns the power on and off so that it "imitates" lower watts. Some Provaris also use PWM to emulate low watts. With the Pico you will get a real 6.5 watts. It will feel weaker because the mod is never hitting the coil with more volts than needed to maintain a constant 6.5w.
That might sound weird, but it's a very good thing. You can simply raise the watts on the Pico until you have the vape that feels right for you.
Pico de Gallo with Avocado. Yummy, and a nice fit sizewise too. BTW this new Avocado clone from FT is beautifully machined.
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Finally! My pico I preordered at fasttech back in March has shipped.
They've added a few since I ordered mine. The exact model:
$11.28 Avocado Styled RDTA Rebuildable Tank Atomizer - 3ml / 304 stainless steel + glass / 22mm diameter at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping
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Thanks looks great! I wanted to try the Avocado, this is a great alternative as it has your approval. Can't beat the price, since I just ordered the Theorem.
When I reached the point that I had more Mods than wall outlets available for charging...I got a ($11.79
) charging station with 5 ports.It has "Smart IC technology which automatically selects the most efficient charging current to recharge the batteries."
Would you have a guess at what current it's charging my iSticks???
Amazon.com: PowerBot® PB5000 40W 8-Amp 5-Port Rapid Charger USB Wall/Desktop/Travel Smart Charging Station w/ Ultra High-Performance Intelligent Smart IC Technology for iPhone, iPad, Android, Samsung, Nokia, HTC, LG, Nexus, Motorola, Tablets, Camera, Smartphones, PowerBanks, Portable Chargers and More: Cell Phones & Accessories
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It will only pull what it's designed for... or up to the charger's max output.
That goes for all proper consumer charging equipment.
For our iSticks, that's gonna be 1A (0.9A real world).
It's why it's a bad idea to push a little wall wart too hard... they get hot, and cranky.
That goes for all proper consumer charging equipment.
For our iSticks, that's gonna be 1A (0.9A real world).
It's why it's a bad idea to push a little wall wart too hard... they get hot, and cranky.
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Can anyone confirm that the Aromamizer V2 will fit on the Pico?
ETA: Just found the pic on page 54. Looks like it'll fit.
ETA: Just found the pic on page 54. Looks like it'll fit.
Damn... I really need to get my 'Mizer built again.
It's been sitting idle for many weeks while I played with all manner of other kit.
It's been sitting idle for many weeks while I played with all manner of other kit.
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