Just A New Guy

[Zeklaus]

Hey, everyone, first time posting here, so don't hate me.

I've been vaping for the better part of five months now and I'm getting interested in the mechanical mods and rba's, but I have no idea where to begin. I was wondering if I could get some pointers or advice.

And yes, I'm a real casual. I'm using an Ego-T with a Kanger Mini ProTank 2.

Thanks again,
Z

 

[Susan~S]

Hello and welcome to the forum. Glad to have you here!

If you are new to mech mods and rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (our resident battery expert) and visit his blogs. You will be 100% in control of your own safety (and others around you). Make sure you purchase an ohm reader and a voltmeter or DMM so you can measure your builds, check for shorts and measure the remaining charge on your batteries.

Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:

BATTERIES

9. Battery Basics for Mods: IMR or Protected ICR?
* Another essential read to understand which batteries are safe to use in mechanical and regulated mods. Includes a frequently updated list of recommended safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries with their specifications.

11. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 1
* For those who want to learn the differences between IMR, IMR/hybrid, and ICR batteries. What do those numbers and letters on batteries mean? What's an amp rating?

12. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 2
* Protected vs unprotected batteries - what's the difference? Ohm's Law 101. What is an AW battery? What is an inline fuse? What is stacking batteries?

17. Purple Efest Batteries Not As Advertised
* A cautionary blog that reveals that the purple Efest batteries may not have the specifications advertised. Also includes a commentary on "continuous discharge ratings" vs "pulse discharge ratings" of battery specs.

OHM'S LAW

14. Ohm's Law for Dummies (Vapers)
* My attempt at explaining Ohm's Law in layman terms and how it relates to vaping.

16. Explain it to the Dumb Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations
* As simple as it is to use, some people have a tough time grasping the concept. Warning: Includes graphic photos of mod explosions.

MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES

7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.

15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.

BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY

Only buy batteries from a reputable supplier (not ebay or Amazon) as there are many counterfeit batteries being sold. Here are several reputable battery suppliers in the US.

* RTD Vapor
* Illumination Supply
* Lighthound
* Orbtronics

 

[DavidOck]

Welcome aboard! Heck, we ALL had to make that first post, so if one is hated for that, well, we're all hated

Do some browsing in the New Members Information section, especially related to Ohm's law and battery safety. Best to have that well in hand before moving from regulated devices, which give a level of protection.

 

[Moaufan]

Hi and welcome to the ECF family. Please become an active CASAA member. A lot of great info here and there.

 

[Steven G]

Z Hello and Welcome to the ECF

 

[Avid]

Hey, everyone, first time posting here, so don't hate me

We don't hate new people unless they're trolls.

You're not a troll, are you? No? Good!

Welcome to the Forum!

 

[Zeklaus]

Thank you, everyone!

And I'll check that out, Susan.

Thanks again!

 

[Rat2chat2]

to ecf Zeklaus. So glad you are here. We were all new at one time and we stay here because we just love ecf. Congrats to you on the five months vaping. Isn't it wonderful? Nothing wrong with ego style and ProTanks. I used them when I first started. I found that I preferred box mods. There are so many options, so you just have to read, research and find what makes you happy. Good luck to you and continued success. Have fun.

 

[daleron]

Welcome Z, make yourself at home

 

[leekeylee]

Welcome to the forum

 

[DaveP]

Welcome to ECF, Zeklaus! ECF is the place to get all the info you need to make smart purchases and save some money on the best hardware. Vaping can be very expensive if you buy one mod after the other in search of something that suits your needs. The smart way is to read all the threads for various devices and choose from those that meet your needs based on user reviews.

This is a good place to start. Spend some time reading others' experiences with many different types of hardware. APV stands for Advanced Personal Vaporizer ... a fancy name for electronic cigarette!

E-Cigarette APV Reviews

APV Discussion