issue with batteries or ipv mini 2?

[is250sp]

I've been vaping on my ipv mini 2 for the past 3 months with no issues. Starting about a few days ago, I keep getting "check battery" on the display even though the battery level is full (I normally have the mod set at .6 ohm and 17.5 watts). It doesn't happen all the time. For example, I would put in a freshly charged battery and vape for 2-3 times, then afterwards I get the message. I then wait for a few seconds and can vape again. But then sometimes I am able to vape for longer periods until I get the message. Is the issue with the mod or batteries?

Here are my 2 batteries that I am using:
AW IMR 18650 Li-MN
Samsung ICR 18650-26FU

BTW the batteries are pretty old. The Sammy is about 2 yrs old and AW about 1 yr.

 

[Thrasher]

The batteries
That Samsung shouldn't even be used for vaping. ICR are dangerous and that's not a very strong battery to begin with


Get some Samsung 25r
Or lg he 4

 

[is250sp]

Thanks but that doesn't explain if my issue is with the mod or the battery. Even the AW battery gives me the same issue.

 

[DingerCPA]

Weird question, but did you check the endcap? Make sure it's not dirty or dusty? Maybe you're getting intermittent contact? (Check the inside of the tube as well - if you can get a long q-tip to the positive contact?)

Have you checked your batteries with a DMM? Just some thoughts.....

 

[InTheShade]

Weird question, but did you check the endcap? Make sure it's not dirty or dusty? Maybe you're getting intermittent contact? (Check the inside of the tube as well - if you can get a long q-tip to the positive contact?)

Have you checked your batteries with a DMM? Just some thoughts.....

This would be my advice too. Give the contacts of both the IPV and the batteries a good clean with alcohol. While you are there, examine the contacts in your device to make sure there is no pitting, oxidization or any discoloration.

If you are still getting the issue after cleaning, I would suggest trying a new battery. If you don't want to spend the $7 for one without knowing, ask a friend or head to your local vape shop to see if they will let you test with one of theirs. Obviously they'll want you to buy it from them too

 

[is250sp]

I just noticed that the ohm was fluctuating between .6 and 2.6. So I rebuilt the RDA coil with new cotton and the problem seemed to have gone away. I also went ahead and ordered a pair of Samsung INR18650-25R 18650 2500mAh on amazon. Hopefully they are authentic. Thanks everyone.

 

[is250sp]

Can anyone recommend a good charger that's not too expensive?

 

[DingerCPA]

I have the Nitecore Intellicharger I4. I've seen it <$20. I hear the Xtar which is highly recommended, but it's more spendy....

 

[InTheShade]

You can get the i2 for around 10-12 dollars. Decent enough charger. I think there is a Nitecore store on Amazon.