Bad, I am not trying to be critical but would you consider renaming the above link to your blog? Or at least removing the 'Dumb' part? Everyone, even those who have been around a long time and actually did use the SB mods from Apollo back in the earlier days can benefit from this info, even if only using it as refresher.There have only been two vape related deaths, both occuring within the last year.
The consensus seems to be that novices using a mechanical mod (no short circuit protection circuitry) without proper ventilation holes were to blame for the tragedies. They both could have been using under-specced batteries with super low ohm coils; we never learn from the news what batteries or mod or what juice delivery device at what coil resistance were being used, so it is often conjecture as far as specifics to the cause.
Statistically, most battery explosions or fires are caused while charging batteries. Chargers can cause heat, and if not being used on a fire resistant surface, flamable surfaces can catch fire. Electronic components can fail and cause a fire, so the charging process should be monitored while you are at home and awake. Anything using a lithium ion battery, including your cell phone, can burst into flames or explode.
A Beginner's Guide to Your First Mechanical Mod
Battery Basics for Mods: The Definative Battery Guide for Vaping
"In 2017, the U.S. Fire Administration reported 133 acute injuries from e-cigarettes, vaporizers and other similar devices between 2009 and 2016, with most fires and explosions occurring while the e-cigarette was in a pocket or being used. None of those injuries resulted in death, according to the report. In 2018, a Florida man died when his e-cigarette exploded.
The agency reported that e-cigarettes present a unique hazard because of the presence of a lithium-ion battery in a device used so close to the face. Additionally, the shape of e-cigarettes makes them more likely to act like “flaming rockets” if a battery fails, the USFA said.
“No other consumer product places a battery with a known explosion hazard such as this in such close proximity to the human body,” the report said. “It is this intimate contact between the body and the battery that is most responsible for the severity of the injuries that have been seen. While the failure rate of the lithium-ion batteries is very small, the consequences of a failure, as we have seen, can be severe and life-altering for the consumer.” "
As per usual, no specifics of what batteries, battery device, or atomizer was being used in the above two tragedies. One can reasonably presume it was an unregulated mech mod being used by a naive user. These are the vape setups most likely to explode or flame, by far. Mech mods are generally not recommended for new vapers as they require an understanding of Ohm's Law and using the proper spec batteries. That's the good thing about this E-Cigarette Forum, as there is a wealth of information available here to help keep vapers "safer". There will always be a margin of risk when using a lithium ion battery.
If you re-read the blog, it was in response to an ECF member's post who was having difficulty in understanding Ohm's Law. He referred to himself as a "dumb noob". I didn't remove the "dumb noob" reference to maintain the authenticity of the thread title.Bad, I am not trying to be critical but would you consider renaming the above link to your blog? Or at least removing the 'Dumb' part?
Keep reading stories of people losing their life due to vape exploding or house fires caused by charging batteries for vape.
Is there any particular brand/style more susceptible to exploding/catching fire that we should all be aware of?
Understood. But referring someone that does not know the background of why you titled it that way, it is offensive. Its always OK to called oneself dumb, but when others do it becomes offensive. jmhoIf you re-read the blog, it was in response to an ECF member's post who was having difficulty in understanding Ohm's Law. He referred to himself as a "dumb noob". I didn't remove the "dumb noob" reference to maintain the authenticity of the thread title.
I would consider removing the "dumb" part in the title if enough people agree with you.
Or someone else’s, or your clothes. Iirc it’s been documented as a major problem with housing for the homeless. They keep burning the stuff down with their cigarettes.Just something relevant to think about-- every brand of cigarette can burn your house down.
I wouldn't destroy them. I'd keep them as momentos if you are in any way sentimental. Or keep them around for the vape appocolypse should vape gear become banned in the future.I still have a good dozen or so mechanical's hanging around, I'm entertaining the idea of destroying them rather than giving them away. I would hate to have something bad happen to one of the recipients. Or I could use them myself .... someday though I doubt it. All are "styled" except for one.
Ok, I just tried to change the title of the blog to "Explain it to the Vape Noob, Ohm's Law Calculations for a Mech Mod". Hit save. It didn't work. I retried it and it failed again.No disrespect @Baditude I know your intensions are good but I kinda agree with @Sugar_and_Spice. At quick glace the title can be perceived as insulting, especially when used to educate a new user. If I am new to something I do not mind being called a noob, but that does not make me dumb. The title should entice new users to read and become educated, not insult them which could drive them away. Just a thought.
I still have a good dozen or so mechanical's hanging around, I'm entertaining the idea of destroying them rather than giving them away. I would hate to have something bad happen to one of the recipients. Or I could use them myself .... someday though I doubt it. All are "styled" except for one.
A mod can change it. Best mod to ask is classwife. You can probably just pm her or tag her in a thread. Don't know her hours(if she even has any) or when she will be online, but she is a sweetheart.Ok, I just tried to change the title of the blog to "Explain it to the Vape Noob, Ohm's Law Calculations for a Mech Mod". Hit save. It didn't work. I retried it and it failed again.![]()
I figured out the problem. Explain it to the Vape Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations for a Mechanical ModA mod can change it. Best mod to ask is classwife. You can probably just pm her or tag her in a thread. Don't know her hours(if she even has any) or when she will be online, but she is a sweetheart.
Not bad at all!!I figured out the problem. Explain it to the Vape Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations for a Mechanical Mod
You could theoretically make them somewhat less dangerous with a drill. Vent holes (that work) change such a device from a bomb into more of a Roman candle.I still have a good dozen or so mechanical's hanging around, I'm entertaining the idea of destroying them rather than giving them away. I would hate to have something bad happen to one of the recipients. Or I could use them myself .... someday though I doubt it. All are "styled" except for one.