Is there any going back?

[Karl the heretiK]

I'd like to hear from anyone who's gone from High Voltage vaping (5v+) back to 3.7v vaping... I'm really curious because I'm thinking of getting another mod to keep my Xhaler company, and I'm considering 3.7v mods... but I'm concerned that I'll be overly disappointed with a lower voltage... so I have to ask...

1) Does the average, 3.7v mod hit better than the average, 3.7v batt?
2) Is there a noticeable difference in the flavor of the juices at different voltages?
3) Does anyone herer switch back-and-forth between HV and 3.7v?

Once you've gone HV, can you ever go back?

 

[mwa102464]

I switch back and forth all the time everyday. The HV is nice but wished someone would make an HV Atty that was just better meaning it delivered the juice better and held more. Got an ego kit with and extra 5 pack of batts and like it a lot delivers moocho vape and good flavor. After owning all the GG models the Silver Bullet and a few 3.7 mods, batts and all different Atty's I seem to be constantly rotating with all mods, batts, and Atty's. The whole thing is just mind blowing trying to be happy with just one, Oh ya thats it, if someone could just come out with the perfect unit combining all voltages with all Atty's then I believe I would be in heaven..!!!! hahahah

 

[RedRamen]

I'd like to hear from anyone who's gone from High Voltage vaping (5v+) back to 3.7v vaping... I'm really curious because I'm thinking of getting another mod to keep my Xhaler company, and I'm considering 3.7v mods... but I'm concerned that I'll be overly disappointed with a lower voltage... so I have to ask...

1) Does the average, 3.7v mod hit better than the average, 3.7v batt?
2) Is there a noticeable difference in the flavor of the juices at different voltages?
3) Does anyone herer switch back-and-forth between HV and 3.7v?

Once you've gone HV, can you ever go back?

1. I believe most standard e-cig batteries are 3.0v (correct me if I'm wrong). But I WILL tell you that my bartleby hits way better than my standard 510 battery.

2. There is usually a noticeable change in flavor. Sometimes for better, sometimes for worse. But 80% of my flavors taste just fine, if not better at 6v.

3. I switch between my silver bullet and bartleby throughout the day. If I'm going out, I like to take my bartleby, but if I'm at home, I use my SB. But sometimes just for the hell of it I use my bartleby at home also.

 

[Melwig]

I did try some HV but for me it was too hot and too harsh, so I went with 3.7 mods. I actually prefer a slightly cooler vape and more nuance to my flavors. I get as much vapor as I want, can blow clouds of the stuff, and I also get as much TH as I want since that has as much to do with the niquid as the device.

There are a group of about 7 or 8 of us, all friends who started vaping within a couple of months of each other, so all around the one year mark now, and we have come to the conclusion when talking about this, that if you preferred to smoke a firm packed smooth flavored cigarette, then you will likely prefer 3.7, but if you preferred a looser packed toastier smoke, then you will likely go for the HV.

That said vaping is a very individual thing and you really have to try a few before you find your ideal vape.

 

[Karl the heretiK]

... if you preferred to smoke a firm packed smooth flavored cigarette, then you will likely prefer 3.7, but if you preferred a looser packed toastier smoke, then you will likely go for the HV.

Man, that is a very profound way to describe the difference between 3.7 and HV... and I'm definitely leaning toward buying a 3.7v mod, now...

Very well put, my fellow vaper...

 

[Kent C]

I'd like to hear from anyone who's gone from High Voltage vaping (5v+) back to 3.7v vaping... I'm really curious because I'm thinking of getting another mod to keep my Xhaler company, and I'm considering 3.7v mods... but I'm concerned that I'll be overly disappointed with a lower voltage... so I have to ask...

1) Does the average, 3.7v mod hit better than the average, 3.7v batt?
2) Is there a noticeable difference in the flavor of the juices at different voltages?
3) Does anyone herer switch back-and-forth between HV and 3.7v?

Once you've gone HV, can you ever go back?

I went to 5V but prefer normal vaping on a 3.7V mod that keeps peak voltage - 14500/510. I burned out two atty on 5V by not paying attention but I don't want to have to pay attenton when vaping. Plus if I go to an HV atty or a 901 then I lose the wattage and am back in the 14500 batt/510 atty level anyway. So there's no gain in vapor and a bit of a loss in flavor in some flavors - more in others at 5V. The exception is the cartomizer - 5V is the only decent vapor I can get from them, so I'm using that mod for them. But I'll likely sell that and the PT for the Protege that runs at 5 when I get around to working up a classified. ;-) PM me... ;-)

 

[Israfil]

5v seems to run better wet. Built a 5v passthrough today and I'm getting way better hits (as I have a tendency to top off and possibly overfill just a little) The hits are very smooth and the throat hit is perfect. Just don't run it dry or even half dry.

 

[Karl the heretiK]

I went to 5V but prefer normal vaping on a 3.7V mod that keeps peak voltage - 14500/510. I burned out two atty on 5V by not paying attention but I don't want to have to pay attenton when vaping. Plus if I go to an HV atty or a 901 then I lose the wattage and am back in the 14500 batt/510 atty level anyway. So there's no gain in vapor and a bit of a loss in flavor in some flavors - more in others at 5V. The exception is the cartomizer - 5V is the only decent vapor I can get from them, so I'm using that mod for them. But I'll likely sell that and the PT for the Protege that runs at 5 when I get around to working up a classified. ;-) PM me... ;-)

Ah! My mistake... I forgot to mention that I use cartomizers exclusively. From what you're saying, I'd be better off sticking with my 5v mod?

 

[DC2]

I get smacked in the face at 6v and therefore have to take such short drags.
Longer drags can really do a number on the flavor of the juice.

Since I like big long direct inhale drags, I much prefer 3.7v vaping.

 

[martha1014]

I have just recently tried 6.0 and I love it. It gives a much better throat hit than anything else i have tried.

 

[Kent C]

Ah! My mistake... I forgot to mention that I use cartomizers exclusively. From what you're saying, I'd be better off sticking with my 5v mod?

Yes, if vapor is as important to you as it is to me. That said, I still get much more vapor with the 510 mod at 3.7V and I'll likely be getting rid of my 5V units. I only will be using cartomizers while traveling long distances. The experiment in cartomizers was educational, but I'm not as busy as some here, and prefer the vapor and the flavor of my set of eliquids, not run through the filler in a carto. ;-)

 

[mwahle1]

Ah! My mistake... I forgot to mention that I use cartomizers exclusively. From what you're saying, I'd be better off sticking with my 5v mod?

I use cartomizers exclusively on my SB at 6 volts. I was a heavy smoker and this is the method I like the best—more TH and vapor. Some flavors taste better at 3.7 volts and some taste better at 6 volts, but none of the flavors taste bad at either voltage. I have never experienced a burnt flavor when using cartomizers. 5-6 volts with cartomizers is good.

 

[wv2win]

Everyone is different. Kind of why there were so many different brands of analogs. But if you did a poll, those who switched to 5 or 6 volts and didn't go back are probably in the 90% range. I really like the moist warmth of the vapor at 5 volts that I never got at 3.7 volts, plus the throat hit. But I did find that 6 volts was a bit harsh to me.

I would be interested to know the break down of manual to auto battery users. A year ago it probably favored the autos but now I would bet that manual's are preferred by the vast majority. Unless you are one of those rare birds who likes frustration or were never much of a smoker to begin with, then you might like the autos.

 

[Kent C]

wv2win:Everyone is different. Kind of why there were so many different brands of analogs.

Exactly.

But if you did a poll, those who switched to 5 or 6 volts and didn't go back are probably in the 90% range.

Despite my own experience I would have said this 2 months ago. I was suprised by the number of 'vets' who I knew had a HV mods that were really liking the Tornado and eGo. I don't know if that will hold but I'd say more like 70 to 75% now. Still that's a lot of satisfied customers. The one recent accident got people thinking too but it was unrelated to what actually happened there, just an overall rethinking, imo, anyway.


I would be interested to know the break down of manual to auto battery users. A year ago it probably favored the autos but now I would bet that manual's are preferred by the vast majority.

Thanks in a large part to you and I think you're right on.

 

[wv2win]

...I would be interested to know the break down of manual to auto battery users. A year ago it probably favored the autos but now I would bet that manual's are preferred by the vast majority.

Thanks in a large part to you and I think you're right on.

Thanks, Kent. I've thought about trying the eGo but just can't justify the additional expense right now. Times are tough.

 

[Kent C]

Thanks, Kent. I've thought about trying the eGo but just can't justify the additional expense right now. Times are tough.

And there's no light at the end of the tunnel! I understand.

Here's a less expensive way (vs. buying the whole kit) to try one:

TORNADO E-NI- Manual Battery

TORNADO-Mega Powered USB Charger

TORNADO-Battery/Atomizer Cover CONE.

one each... assuming you have the 510 atty and cart of course.

BTW, speaking of less expensive. Did you see who's back in business?
E-LIQUID - E-JUICE - eCig24 International Ltd. - Electronic Cigarettes Wholesale

 

[clyde2801]

Love my ggts with 18650 battery and 510 non hv atty. Hits almost as good as a 5v, and TODAY MAKES ONE MONTH WITH THE SAME ATTY!!!! The 18650 high drain battery gives me more of an intense hv vaping feeling.

I had a couple of hv mods (not going to name names, since I believe in praising in public, punishing in private) that ate at least two attys per week. At this rate, my pricey ggts will pay for itself in under three months.

 

[Kent C]

Love my ggts with 18650 battery and 510 non hv atty. Hits almost as good as a 5v, and TODAY MAKES ONE MONTH WITH THE SAME ATTY!!!! The 18650 high drain battery gives me more of an intense hv vaping feeling.

I had a couple of hv mods (not going to name names, since I believe in praising in public, punishing in private) that ate at least two attys per week. At this rate, my pricey ggts will pay for itself in under three months.

Hey Clyde, what type of length of time do you get out of a recharge with the 18650? And is there a noticeable 'curve' in the loss of peak voltage at any point? My 14500's are pretty steady holding peak until perhaps the last hour of an 8 hour stint.

 

[catlvr]

I use both. I use my 5V with my higher mg liquids usually when I'm at work and/or having a craving (bf still smokes so once in awhile I find myself wanting one). I like use my Protege when relaxing and while using lower mg liquids. Now when I'm drinking I use both so I don't take any chances on losing an atty. Speaking of attys, I haven't lost one yet. Got a small pile ready for cleaning but not one popped one. Using the same atty on the 3.7 for over 3 months and 2 months on the 5V. Never let them get too hot or dry.

 

[CaptJay]

Hmm well I dont havea mod but I have 2 different voltage PTs does that count?
The 3.7v one vapes hotter than my 3.7v 510 manual batts (but I believe thats normal) and the 510 5v vapes like a tiny volcano (lol) I dont use a PC USB, I have the 5v AC/USB wall plug.
Sometimes I'm not in the mood for the xtra hot one so I go back to the other 2 - and don't have any sad faces about the taste differential. Some flavors really prefer the 3.7 manual anyway - I'll be branching out into 901 attys soon too - oh the excitement