Is imr battery still the best for vaping?

[godspeed1208]

hey there everyone, i have just started vaping again after so many years. Last i stopped was in 2013. Just a quick question... Is the IMR batteries still considered the best for vaping and safety?

When i tried searching on the net, it said sony vtc4/vtc5 etc but i'm not sure if they are IMR's. So would appreciate your answers, thanks

 

[ScottP]

You can find every answer to every question you will ever have about batteries here: Mooch's blog | E-Cigarette Forum

There are charts with battery recommendations, performance testing, and so much more.

 

[Hawise]

Technically, what you'll want now is an INR (also known as NMC), but I think they're sometimes still referred to as IMRs even though they aren't. The Sonys you mentioned are fine. As ScottP says, Mooch is a great resource. Here's a direct link to his battery recommendations:

Mooch's Recommended Batteries | E-Cigarette Forum

The best battery for your needs will depend on the watts you vape at (if you're using a regulated mod) or your resistance (if you're using a mech). You should be able to find the info you need on Mooch's blog, but if you have trouble finding anything or if you have more questions, feel free to ask.

ETA. If you want to know more about IMR vs INR or battery chemistry in general, here's a useful link: Battery chemistry FINALLY explained

 

[godspeed1208]

haha ok thanks for all the info guys.. looks like i have been outdated for a long time now.. I will take a look into the link provided to learn more, thank you once again

 

[Opinionated]

haha ok thanks for all the info guys.. looks like i have been outdated for a long time now.. I will take a look into the link provided to learn more, thank you once again

Do you remember ohms law versus watts law?

Watts law will help you determine which batteries to use in regulated mods.



And the regulated mods of the day are pretty awesome..

If your a low wattage vaper that's okay, the two battery mods have awesome battery life for low wattage vapers..

Use Mooch's recommended battery chart for accurate amp ratings..

Welcome back!

 

[Hawise]

haha ok thanks for all the info guys.. looks like i have been outdated for a long time now.. I will take a look into the link provided to learn more, thank you once again

It doesn't take long to get out of date. When I started vaping, variable voltage Egos were brand new and all the rage. 18 months ago I decided it was time to update and I drove myself mad trying to figure out what the deal was with 18650s.

 

[Baditude]

Mooch, our ECF battery expert, seems to believe that we should pay less attention to battery "chemistry" (ICR, IMR, INR, NCR, etc) and focus entirely on the true battery specifications when choosing batteries; specifically the Amp rating (continuous discharge rate) and capacity (mAh).



Generally, avoid the battery re-wrapper brands: Are You Using a Rewrap (Rebranded) Battery?

 

[Baditude]

When choosing batteries for a regulated mod, pick a battery model which will provide the power necessary for the wattage setting you vape at.

Are you using a single, dual, or triple battery mod? In the interests of keeping things simple:

-If you use a good quality 15 amp CDR battery like the Samsung 30Q or Sony VTC6, then you are good up to 45 watts per battery; 90 watts using two; 135 watts for three batteries.​

-If you use a good quality 20 amp CDR battery like the LG HG2 or Samsung 25R then you are good for 60 watts per battery. If using a 2-battery regulated mod, you're good for 120 watts as you have two batteries. If you are using a 3-battery mod, you're good for 180.

-If you use a single 25 amp CDR battery like the Sony VTC5A, then you are good for 75 watts per battery, 150 watts for two batteries, and 225 watts with three.

-If you use a single 30 amp CDR battery like the LG HB6 you are good up to 90 watts; with a pair of 30 amp CDR batteries you could safely do 180 watts.​

WATTAGE PER SINGLE BATTERY on REGULATED MOD:
(wattage doubles using two batteries; triples using three)

Samsung 18650 30Q, 3000 mah 15 amp CDR

Sony 18659VTC6 3000mAh 15

AW 18650 3000 mah 20 amp CDR

LG 18650HG2 3000mah 20 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC5, 2600 mah 20 amp CDR

LG 18650HE4 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Samsung 18650-25R, 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Sanyo UR18650 NSX, 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC4, 2100 mah 23 amp CDR

LG 18650 HD4 2100 mah 25 amp CDR

LG 18650 HD2 2000 mah 25 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC5A, 2500 mah 25 amp CDR

LG18650HB6 1500mah 30 amp CDR

LG18650HB2 1500mAh 30 amp CDR

LG18650HB4 1500mAh 30 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC3 1500mAh 30 amp CDR

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Say you have a 75 watt regulated mod. Which battery should you use? If you typically vape at 30 watts, you don't need a 25 amp battery with only 2500 mah. A 15 amp battery with 3000 mah will have enough power for your 30 watts and last longer per charge because of the extra 500 mah capacity.

 

[AngeNZ]

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