First build on Axial RDA

[vaper1960]

I have built several RTAs and one RDA (dual coil "velocity" deck... very easy) I could use some tips on building the Axial with dual coils that mount at the same time (share the same slots) I did a UD Bellus RTA before (two small coils sharing the same mounting) that did not go well (but the Bellus has a very small deck/chamber... finally gave up on that) Plenty of room with the Axial... just need some tips on mounting both coils at the same time. I was thinking of mounting one coil, trimming the leads, then remove it and match the other coils leads (does that make sense?) I have some 24 ga round wire and some fancier wire but for practice (this first time) going to use some pre-made claptons I have (they are actually MTL... 0.8 ohm each) so will be 0.4 ohm dual coils. I have even considered making a sort of "jig" to hold both coils while mounting (maybe I am overthinking this) I am not after a high wattage build but next time might push it and go for lower ohms. All coils will be 3mm ID (it's the only coil winding tool I have... homemade LOL) Otherwise, I can make spaced coils of any size (too easy)

 

[Daniel Forsyth]

@AngeNZ might just be able to help you with this Mate.
I think she has about 10 Axial's

 

[HigherStateD]

3mm IID might be too much for that deck, but as for cutting the leads, your idea would work fine. I usually just trim a little at a time until the coil sits properly. Always easier to take a little off than to add a little...

 

[vaper1960]

Thanks HSD (can you guess where I got this RDA ) I am determined to use dual coils in this (I will obviously use single coil in the other RDA... actually very excited about that one) Don't laugh, but I've been known to "Oakie engineer" things... cardboard and wooden toothpicks to hold both coils for mounting... if it works, I'll post pics.

 

[HigherStateD]

Thanks HSD (can you guess where I got this RDA ) I am determined to use dual coils in this (I will obviously use single coil in the other RDA... actually very excited about that one) Don't laugh, but I've been known to "Oakie engineer" things... cardboard and wooden toothpicks to hold both coils for mounting... if it works, I'll post pics.

The pic I sent you was of dual 2.5mm coils, the barrel got quite warm.

 

[AngeNZ]

@AngeNZ might just be able to help you with this Mate.
I think she has about 10 Axial's

I'm slacking I've only got 4 Axials.

@vaper1960 I run my Axials with either 2.5mm id or 3mm id single coils. With a 3mm id, legs at 6mm seem to work the best for me.

I don't like a hot vape, so I haven't tried a dual coil build in the Axial. @HigherStateD is your guru in that area.

I'd recommend you do a first build as a single coil. Slap in one of your 3mm id claptons and work on your leg height to give you the best flavour.

When I'm trying a new coil in the Axial, I switch it to full cyclops airflow and pop it on the deck. I then use a Allen key through the airflow slot, so see if it's hitting the bottom third of my coil. If not, I cut off some legs and keep trying until it's right.

Heres some pics of the Axial deck, and builds:

courtesy of @Pigs

and how some of us wick it, thanks to @Skunk! - This is his VAPEROXX mohawks build:

My coils are a tad more boring

3mm id, 316L 0.5*0.1mm twisted with 34g

 

[vaper1960]

I might try single coil eventually (but I actually have another RDA to try that is single coil design) I am determined to do dual coil, even if I just use simple 26 ga round wire. I guess I could do 2.5 mm ID if I have to.

 

[HigherStateD]

For dual coil, I'd suggest smaller than 2.5mm unless you'll be using TC for anything more than a quick one or two puffs... Anything more would be uncivilized.

 

[vaper1960]

HSD, I've used these same claptons in the Quad Flex dual coil RDA. They are basically MTL coils... 0.8 ohms each (so 0.4 ohm for the pair) Not massive coils and don't need a lot of power. I do short draws anyway (no chain vaping either)

 

[HigherStateD]

Might be able to get away with it, but the coils won't be opposing as on a velocity deck, so heat soak will be a factor. Ymmv however.