I can't buy coils?

[melissa1928]

I'm looking to get a better PV than my current Kanger setup, and my two connectors for the Kanger are both gradually getting out of whack, so this seems like a good time. Folks in the general forum told me that the Reos probably suits my overall requirements best.

Apparently I have to build my own coils. I'm not sure about that. People keep saying that it's easy, but easy for others doesn't equal easy for me. I was never able even to rewick the Kanger coils properly -- the cotton tasted foul IMO, and dry-burning did not actually restore the coil to anything like new. I've watched several YouTube videos to confirm that I'm doing it right, but the results just weren't good.

Do I really have to build my own coils? With the Kanger, I've just been buying new coils in bulk and accepting frequent replacement as a cost I must bear. I searched for replacement coils for the Reos and found 1. Irrelevant stuff and 2. guides to building one's own.

I don't want to order one unless I know that I at least have the option of buying replacements.

 

[Hiwatt Bob]

Melissa, i'm a former kanger person and new Reo owner. building coils is super easy and really the way to go. cotton wicks GREATLY improve flavor, imho.

but yes--you can just buy 510 atomizers & cartomizers and replace them the same as you would with the kanger.

 

[Evil Speakers]

You don't have to build your own coils. You can use regular atomizers or cartomizers. Tons of great info about buying and using a reo can be found right here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/reos-mods/270331-free-reo-forum-thread-index.html

 

[mwdenko]

Rob sells shorty carto's. They come highly recommended. I rebuild RM2's though.

 

[toddos]

There exist pre-coiled wires if you wanted to try some of those. But building your own coil is pretty easy. If anything, rewicking an existing pre-built coil in a Kanger head is much more difficult than actually replacing that coil with a new one you made yourself. And of course the RBAs used on REOs are much easier to work with than tiny Kanger heads.

Certainly some people may not be able to make their own coils (depending on how much use of their hands they have). But for most able-bodied folk, with the right (cheap) tools and components building a coil is very simple.

 

[PONKAW]

You didn't mention what Kanger product you are using... I assume a Protank?

Understand that a Reo is just a battery mod with a 510 connection (granted... a special 510 connector)
If your not going to squonk, you can use any head replaceable devices that use 510 connections.

As far as your original question...of course you don't have to rebuild the coils, but there are a number of beneficial reasons to do so.
Cost savings and quality control are big factors for me. When the bottom coil devices starting going duel coil I kinda lost interest in rebuilding them... I don't think it should take 20-30 min. to build a coil I'll probably use for three days and have to do all over again. (takes me about 3 min to do a 5 wrap evod coil or 10 min to do a Kayfun micro coil I can rewick for a month)
I think the main thing is for you to identify a popular product that works well and has a plentiful supply of pre-made coils. I think most people prefer not to have to be so hands on and fiddly with their vape gear.

 

[jifjifjif]

I wrapped about 40 1.0 ohm coils for my RM2 and will be happy to send you some once you decide to buy the RM2. Then you can just slip them on, slide a bit of cotton ball in there and BAM!!

 

[mkp]

You're seeing a lot about building coils because quite a few people have moved away from disposable atomizers and cartomizers and use a rebuildable instead...way, way cheaper in the long run. But Reos have a standard 510 connection, and will happily use any of them. I *just* got my first rebuildable last Friday, but have used regular atomizers (in the 1.7 - 2 ohm range) on my Reos over the last 3 years.

(And, for future reference, yes you *can* buy coils for rebuildable atomizers. I got some from Avid so I'd have something to look at when I try it myself.)

 

[Funk Dracula]

Your also forgetting that re-wicking a Pro Tank is terribly unforgiving. Too little, and it floods. Too much, and it burns from lack of wicking. The cotton affects the airflow too. It's tiny, and a pain to position and get through while placed inside that tiny holder.

An RM2 coil is out there in the open. It'll never be dry unless you forget to squonk. Even if your coil is ugly, it'll still manage to be better than 100% of your kanger vapes, I guarantee that. No BS, an RM2 is infinitely easier to handle and forgiving to beginners than a pro tank.

 

[predwing]

Builing a coil on a rm2 is a lot different then on a protank. Its super easy and now takes me under a min to do a dual cotton wick on a rm2

1st use a drill bit or something round to wrap the coils around, wrap them tight and togther
2nd place the ends into the holes of the rm2
3rd fire up watch for a nice even red color, adjust as need
4th place cotton or another wick into the hole and boom done

just be careful not to place to much cotton or other wick

 

[MXBNW]

I have these around for spares if needed. I do build my own but pre built are available. I am sure there are other sites but have found these are good for what they are. Many including my self build there own but there are alternatives available.

Rebuildable Atomizer Coils - Avid Vaper

You can use the standard atomizers or cartomizers if that is what you prefer.

Hope this helped.

 

[Filthy-Beast]

The biggest mistake I see people make when they first try making coils is not practicing, They make a coil and try to vape it for a few days and try to make another one, this really drags out the learning curve.

Kathal wire is cheap. Make coil after coil, ohm them and toss until you get consistent, should take at most an hour or two and waste what $1 or 2 of wire to make 10 to 20 coils. you can become a pro in an afternoon, just practice it.

It's fun you might become addicted to making coils.

 

[mackman]

I understand your apprehension. I found the RM2 very much easier to recoil than a Evod or Pro tank type atty. Guarantee that you can build a perfect coil in under 1 minute with this: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/clearomizers/510520-coils-made-easy.html

 

[melissa1928]

So . . . if I understand this correctly, the REO Grand would take my Kanger batteries because they are the 18650 size. The coils I own for the Kanger Mini Protank would work, but would require the adapter (and the two adapters are the parts which are deteriorating). I could get other coils which would work without an adapter.

I guess I'm not totally understanding how the REO is an improvement. I mean, besides making me one of the cool kids. If I need to supply my own batteries and my own tanks, I don't quite see how this is a win over the Kanger setup. That's basically the entire Kanger setup, so I'm not sure what's being added.

You all seem to love yours, so what am I missing?

 

[nerak]

The REO does not need a tank. Juice feeds from a bottle inside up a tube to your choice of RBA, atomizer, or cartomizer.

Lots of us use the RM2. A rebuildable atomizer.

The coils are made and put in the RM2. You squonk (push on the bottle) and the juice reaches the coil.

No mess, no fuss.

We buy wire and form our coil then insert a wick. Easy peasy!

 

[nerak]

I will add that you can also purchase just Atomizers or Cartomizers and run them on your REO.

A RBA is not required at all. It is just a option that most of us have found to be the best.

When you consider that the REO has an "inside" tank it might be easier. The part that heats and vaporizes is on top, not in a tank. It would be like dripping juice on a atomizer or cartomizer coil. But lots easier!

 

[marsos52]

it is fun. it is cost effective, and you can get a new coil when ever you want.

as simple as it is. when just starting out it can be a frustrating experience. when I began making coils I would make 3 or 4 a day, till
I got consistent results.

for the first few months I never trusted my coils. I used Boge attys when I went out of the house and my homemade coils at home.

Finally, the day came when I trusted my work and I never have looked back.

please do yourself a favor and purchase a ohm checker. they're under $20 dollars these days. 100 feet of wire is under $10 dollars
28g kanthal is a good all around wire to use. it is many vapers go to wire. It's mine too.

I suggest making non connected coils with a diameter of 2.5 mm or close to that to begin with. there the easiest to build and to correct from hot spots etc. and also to wick. once you get the hang of it you may choose to go with smaller diameter coils such as micro size.

I don't know what ohms you generally vape at..2.5mm coils with 28g with 6 wraps should bring about a 1.2ohms.
one wrap more or less will change your ohms about .2 of a ohms. (ex. 3 wraps .6 ohms...4 wraps .8 ohms and 5 wraps 1.0 ohms...)

wick material is a personal choice. they all work. I enjoy 100% cotton yarn. Its cheap and easy to find. It is easy to work with.
wick should fit just snug and not tight or loose. the tails do not need to be long. just enough to wick the juice.

just try it,, you'll like it

 

[karmakatie]

There are lots of us gals both younger and older who where intimidated by the mere thought of building coils. I would never attempt to rebuild ANY of the Kangers because of the small size and just the PIA factor. Rebuilding a Reomizer atomizer on a Reo mod has to be the easiest build out there. There are also folks who have taken the time to do some great "how to's" and all answers can be found here on the Reo forum for any questions you could possibly have!

 

[catilley1092]

I just received in the mail today a Genuine pack of KangerTech coils & there's the best that I've had. Unlike many generics, these has a slightly wider seal where it screws in for a flush fit, at first glance I didn't notice this, but did when replacing the coil. These are the very first that I've had that doesn't gurgle or leak. Plus it's never ran this cool, even after 5-6 chain hits.

Bought a 2nd pack today.

Kanger Protank Mini 2 Evod Unitank 1 5 1 8 2 2 2 5 Ohm Replacement Heating Coils | eBay

I selected the 2.5ohm because I was using 1.8ohm for everything, these performs wonderfully on my DPure Puritank.

Again, this is the Genuine KangerTech product!

Cat

 

[Vaslovik]

Gosh, I used to rewind Kanger coils ten at a time, and it really got old fast. Not that I have any problem with winding coils, it's just that I went through them so very fast, and for me that Protank was just not getting it. I ended up with a mech and an RBA. Now when I wind a coil it lasts a good long time. I can re-coil in about 4 minutes, and only have to do it once every two weeks or so.

Not sure how long you have been vaping, but you might well outgrow that Kanger. I did and in less than six weeks I was on a mech with an RBA and a lot happier. I don't pay $3 for a coil now, I just pull 3 inches of 26 kanthal off the spool for pennies, and make my own.