Is 510 thread becoming the 'standard'?

[Speedsix]

I bought a Halo kit which uses k808 or whatever but then I notice all the stuff that uses 510 thread and feel like I made a mistake. I got an ego something and it uses 510 and also has threads for something else.

Im im trying to keep things simple. Is 510 more or less the standard now? Should I only buy 510 stuff?

Ive vey been doing the vape thing for almost two months and feel more confused and frustrated than ever. Everything I buy has major issues like carto snot lasting or tanks leaking or lack of vapor or lack of flavor or burnt taste. I have spent hundreds of dollars and still don't feel like I'm any closer to finding something I can live with and fully replace smoking analogs for good.

 

[WorksForMe]

IMHO,,,If you want to use small cig-a-like size batteries, 808 threaded batteries like Halo's are the way to go. When you're ready to move up in size, its time to switch to 510/eGo devices. There's a lot more options available.

J.R.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

I believe the industry is steadily moving towards the combination Ego/510 connection system where the male Ego threads are on the outside and the female 510 threads on the inside.

With a battery device like that, the range of toppers it can take is expansive and still growing.

 

[danny4x4]

Well, when I started back in February, I noticed that most devices and delivery systems were 510 threaded. Read lots of advice, and most if not all suggested getting devices/delivery systems with 510 threads. There seems to be more choices with 510 threads too. If I'm not wrong, you can buy a converter to enable you to use devices or delivery systems with 510 threads.

Regarding the issues you have you with burnt taste/flooding/lack of flavour, etc., I would suggest taking time to understand each delivery system before trying another. Usually, it's due to user error (no offence meant). Yes, we expect products to work right out of the box. BUT, vaping is different for each user. Many find clearos or cartos sufficient and are happy with them, while others find them lacking. There is usually a reason why the carto aren't working for you. I think Baddtitude(hope I got his name right) has a post or blog explaining the different systems.

I started with ce4/ce5 and took 2 months to really understand the issues with it, and to get it working each and every time without any problems. I figured that if others have no problems with it, then the problem must lie with how I'm using/setting it up. The experience has been invaluable, as I can now use what I've learnt on other delivery systems. Don't give up. Take your time and don't get frustrated. Good luck!

 

[montara]

I started with 808, bought a bunch of 808 toppers and realized as a life long smoker, the 808 'aint going to cut it. Found a 510 mod and instantly knew that is what I needed. Gave-away the 808 junk and haven't looked back. 510 is THE standard for hardware that WORKS.

 

[OlDogNewTricks]

It depends on the battery that you want to use. If you want a cig-a-like, it seems that the 808 is typical, if you want a 'stick-style', larger battery a 510/Ego seems 'standard'. If you want regulated (variable voltage or wattage), 510/ego. Unregulated battery tubes tend to be 510 only. These are mostly meant for rebuildable atomizers. I would hasten to add, however, that there are always exceptions to every rule. Good luck and have fun! Make sure you check out the excellent library here.

 

[OzarkTroutBum]

I stsrted with an 808d and it was OK but not a long term solution. I hated the tiny batteries, the voltage drop and the constant swapping on the charger I was going through.
I found a larger mah vGo battery that has 808d threads but realized that instead of buying that I might as well get eGo and 510 for about the same money and then I could try different clearos and tanks and such.
With any system theres always going to be a certain amount of fiddling and frustration but going to eGo and 510 gives you way more options and information from people who are in the same boat as you.

 

[NicoHolic]

If you're going to stick with the tiny ciga-like batteries, then the KR808D-1 is more widely used in that world. But don't buy into that manufacturer's larger batteries with that connector, designed to keep you buying their expensive pre-filled cartomizers. Make the jump to 510, optionally with the considerably less popular eGo cone threads for the smaller clearomizers.

 

[OzarkTroutBum]

In the meantime if you want to stick with the 808D these Kangers were the best vape I found for the money.

 

[stevegmu]

510 is the standard- for larger pvs. For something the size of a Halo Triton, 808D-1 is fine. I quit smoking with the Triton, have a lot of them, still use them everyday- along with 2 ProVaris. The Triton is great for on-the-go vaping, while I use the ProVaris for mostly home use and on break at work. A ProTank 2 is just too heavy for something eGo-sized.

 

[EddardinWinter]

Im im trying to keep things simple. Is 510 more or less the standard now? Should I only buy 510 stuff?

Allow me to keep it simple: Yes.

 

[Baditude]

Regarding the issues you have you with burnt taste/flooding/lack of flavour, etc., I would suggest taking time to understand each delivery system before trying another. Usually, it's due to user error (no offence meant). Yes, we expect products to work right out of the box. BUT, vaping is different for each user. Many find clearos or cartos sufficient and are happy with them, while others find them lacking. There is usually a reason why the carto aren't working for you. I think Baddtitude(hope I got his name right) has a post or blog explaining the different systems.

Spot on.

Proper Terminology: Is it a carto, a tank, or what?

Most of the entry level or novice "cigalikes" are 808-threaded batteries. They aren't really recommended because of their short battery capacities and limited selection of juice carriers, but most beginners seem to insist on their first e-cigarette to look like a cigarette. That's understandable, appearance is important to make the transition from smoking to vaping an e-cigarette. And these smaller batteries can allow you to stop smoking. There are many veteran vapors who still use them whenever they leave the house.

However, a majority of these beginners reach a point when they want something more in their vaping experience. Longer battery time per battery, more options and larger capacity juice carriers, and maybe a more sophisticated battery than has adjustable voltage. This is where the eGo class of batteries come in. For some, this is the end all be all as far as their vaping journey will be.

A Good Starter Setup for a Beginning Vapor

For others, they still want something more. This brings us the APV (advance personal vaporizors) or "mods". These are larger still, and use replaceable rechargeable batteries. These offer even larger and more varied functions for even longer battery time, more and larger capacity juice attachments, and sometimes things like a built-in ohm reader and battery voltage reader.

It's a natural progression of steps. Not all follow the same path, and no one way is the correct way. Each individual chooses their own path.

Advancing Up the Vaping Ladder with Egos & Mods

 

[Oomee]

Yes , 510 is the standard now , but I wouldn't assume it is the standard for the next ....
It is mechanically weak , and there is the low pin problem for some combinations ie not the best of electrical connection .

The TS is better mechanically , but I think that electrically it is essentially a missed opportunity and a cludge at the same time .
So plenty of room for improvement .

Oh and yes vaping can be a pain at first , it's all new , nothing is intuitively named (I've still yet to see a battery holder driving a Lambretta!) , frames of reference are a bit thin on the ground too !

 

[Butters78]

Remember gang,

"the 808 kick drum makes the girlies get dumb"