Just got my ego-C in the mail, a few questions I can't seem to figure out..

[Patrick117]

Hello ECF!

I am new to vaping and to ECF. I went here when researching where/what to buy for my first E-Cig because I think it is time to quit after 5+ years of smoking.

So I bought just the standard ego-C kit with no additional equipment. I'm liking how it vapes so far, but a few questions:

1. There is juice in the atomizer cone cover when I vape. This does not leak out onto my hands or mouth, but is it normal for it to be in the cone? I feel like I'm losing juice.

2. It only vapes a little stronger than the Blu disposable ecig I bought while I was waiting for this one to ship. Am I doing something wrong? I've researched and watched videos on other people assembling / using the ego-C, I just feel like I should get more vapor and I'm not.

All together, I am enjoying the ego-C. I feel like it cut down my cravings a lot! I went from a pack a day, to now only having maybe 3-4 a day for the past couple of days. Now I'm going to try to cut analogs out completely within the next week!

Any help is appreciated!







EDIT: Figured out one of my own questions!

 

[stillnotsmoking]

The juice on the inside of the atomizer cone is actually condensation. If you continue to inhale after letting go of the button, this will help with the condensation, but some is normal.

The "caps" people talk about are the little round one with the hole in it where you fill the tank with liquid. There are two types, hard plastic and silicon. The silicon works better than the plastic, especially with leaks after using the tank for a while...you can find them online pretty cheap if you want. The cap you are talking about is to put over the tank after it's been filled to keep it from leaking in your bag/kit/case/pocket whatever.

The atomizers will take a little bit of "breaking in" after a couple of tanks you should notice better flavor/throat hit etc from your eGo.

Hope this helps.

silicon caps for tanks: 10 x Silicon Joye eGo-T/eGo-C overflow prevention caps for tank cartridges - Joye eGo-T spare parts Heaven Gifts

 

[gjshaw29]

I'll go ahead and answer your first question. Since I have no experience personally with the ego c. There could be some juice that gets into the cone/cover. I wouldn't be concerned about wasting juice though. It probably isn't that much. Also it could be condensation from vaping. Since it is water vapor we're producing some condensation is expected. Hope this helps ya and congrats on stepping down the cigs. It'll be easy to switch over completely for ya I bet. Good luck.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Hi and welcome to ECF.

1. There is juice in the atomizer cone cover when I vape. This does not leak out onto my hands or mouth, but is it normal for it to be in the cone? I feel like I'm losing juice.

That's normal and because the batteries are sealed there's less chance of damage to the batts from juice. Leakage is a common issue with the outdated "tank" (atomizer+ cartridge system). Google "eGo-C leaking" and you'll get lots of hits. Far better juice delivery systems (holds and vaporizes the juice) available. Your eGo is 510 + eGo threaded.

2. It only vapes a little stronger than the Blu disposable ecig I bought while I was waiting for this one to ship. Am I doing something wrong? I've researched and watched videos on other people assembling / using the ego-C, I just feel like I should get more vapor and I'm not.

The eGo-C fires at 3.3 volts. Blu begins firing at 3.7 volts and goes down to 3.2 volts and then turns off. The problem lies in your juice delivery system IMO.

 

[Izan]

Please do not spend any more money on the "c" atomizers/tanks.

Please purchase Kanger Horizontal coil cartomizers, 2 packs of 5 and a Kanger Evod with an extra head or two.

Good luck
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[Patrick117]

Wow, thanks for all the quick replies! This definitely clears up some things, especially the condensation in the cone.

Hi and welcome to ECF.

That's normal and because the batteries are sealed there's less chance of damage to the batts from juice. Leakage is a common issue with the outdated "tank" (atomizer+ cartridge system). Google "eGo-C leaking" and you'll get lots of hits. Far better juice delivery systems (holds and vaporizes the juice) available. Your eGo is 510 + eGo threaded.

The eGo-C fires at 3.3 volts. Blu begins firing at 3.7 volts and goes down to 3.2 volts and then turns off. The problem lies in your juice delivery system IMO.

So I should get something like this? What about these?

If I do use those, will I still have to use the atomizer provided for me in the ego-C kit?

 

[stillnotsmoking]

Either one of those will work and will replace your atomizer and tank completely. I personally got a lot of enjoyment out of the mega dual coil cartomizers when I used them, and am using a Kanger T3 right now.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Wow, thanks for all the quick replies! This definitely clears up some things, especially the condensation in the cone.
So I should get something like this? What about these?

If I do use those, will I still have to use the atomizer provided for me in the ego-C kit?

The only experience I have with Kanger T3 are a friend and his wife ordered 2. Hers leaked from the get go while his worked great for 1 1/2 weeks and then also began leaking. You'll find all sorts of LOVE and HATE for different juice delivery systems. I've been very happy with my Vision brand Mini Vivi Novas for 8+ months and really have no need to try any others.

Edit: As far as cartomizers go I've always been happy with 1.7- 2.0 ohms single coil cartos on my eGo class (Kgo+ JoyTech) PVs. Dual coil cartos also drain the battery quicker. Here's an ohms to volts chart- remember your PV fires at 3.3 volts:
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m9dkanCt0I1qc8949o2_1280.png

 

[Killowatt]

I also started with an ego-c, got some evods and I now enjoy vaping much better. No leaks and they last longer before refill.

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[Vapoor eyes er]

If I do use those, will I still have to use the atomizer provided for me in the ego-C kit?

No. The delivery system you're using now is a 2 part system- atomizer+ cartridge. The T3 is a tank with a head (coil+ wick) inside- one piece system UNTIL you change the head (wick+ coil). The cartomizer is a metal tube with a coil and filler surrounding it- one piece system and once it begins to give a poor vape it gets tossed out.

 

[Scot Thomas]

before you rush out to buy any tanks. Try slowing down on your draws.
Softer and longer on the ego-c tank.
The longer you pull in the more vapor you will get.
While there are several options available, it's a shame to rush out and buy something else.
Also, try switching your battery into the unregulated mode.
Turn it off, hold the button down 10-15 seconds until it flashes amber colored.
Turn it back on, and try the long soft draw.
It's about adjusting your drag. When I started I was hardwired from 20+ years of smoking to puff really hard on something in order to get more out of it, now I know that doesn't work with ecigs

 

[metallicafan2633]

if youre looking for a tank, i think the mini vivi nova works great on the ego batteries... 3.7 volts is a perfect match for the 1.8 ohm heads, in my opinion. You can buy them really cheap, the tank itself is only 5 or 6 dollars and you can get 5 replacement heads for less than ten bucks now... the five pack lasts me about fifteen weeks. good luck, whatever you decide to do!

 

[WattWick]

The only experience I have with Kanger T3 are a friend and his wife ordered 2. Hers leaked from the get go while his worked great for 1 1/2 weeks and then also began leaking.

And that's the reason some of us loathe the clearos. The inconsistency in quality. For those they work well for... stick with it

I'd say a simple dripper like the Igo-L is a staple of any setup. Cheap, easy to coil and works like a charm. Nice backup when all else fails.

 

[dwolf111]

I agree with Scot Thomas slow down with your draws. This is new to you and there is a learning curve. If after a few days you still think you want something else go with the Vision brand mini vivi novas as metallicafan2633 said. Good luck to you and enjoy the new hobby.

 

[Patrick117]

The only experience I have with Kanger T3 are a friend and his wife ordered 2. Hers leaked from the get go while his worked great for 1 1/2 weeks and then also began leaking. You'll find all sorts of LOVE and HATE for different juice delivery systems. I've been very happy with my Vision brand Mini Vivi Novas for 8+ months and really have no need to try any others.

Edit: As far as cartomizers go I've always been happy with 1.7- 2.0 ohms single coil cartos on my eGo class (Kgo+ JoyTech) PVs. Dual coil cartos also drain the battery quicker. Here's an ohms to volts chart- remember your PV fires at 3.3 volts:
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m9dkanCt0I1qc8949o2_1280.png

I decided to try out the Kanger T3 clearo's for now, and if still unsatisfied I will be getting some mini nova's. Is anyone else currently using the eGo-C with the Kanger T3? My main concern is I will only be vaping @ ~4.5 watts according to that chart and I read somewhere that you want to be in the 6.2-7.5 range. Obviously this varies from person to person, but can anyone indicate what they are experiencing with a similar setup?

 

[Vault]

I have three Ego-c`s at the moment and use them all in regulated mode (3.3v with the battery power option LED not the amber unregulated option) and use Kanger Evods clearo`s with 1.8-2.0ohm heads (self coiled and wicked although the latest 1.8 out of the box head seems to be doing fine). I also occasionally use Boge LR (2.0 ohm cartomisers).
My juice is DIY mainly but always 60/40 or 70/30 PG/VG (more PG than VG).
The results are excellent for me loads of vapour, and throat hit although I do find that if I take a very long drag I start to get a hint of burnt juice right at the end. Nothing major but just a warning that if I kept drawing for more than 3-4 seconds I would be spoiling the flavour. So the wattage is right in the ballpark for me whatever the math suggests
All in all a very good set-up form (lets see what happens when the Vamo V2 arrives )

 

[Bman1959]

Complete newbie. Been using Joye eGo twist with a Kanger T3 for about 2 days. All works fine for me. Until I mistakenly unscrewed the tank from the coil and spilled out the contents. Have had no leakage at all. Works great.

 

[Patrick117]

I have three Ego-c`s at the moment and use them all in regulated mode (3.3v with the battery power option LED not the amber unregulated option) and use Kanger Evods clearo`s with 1.8-2.0ohm heads (self coiled and wicked although the latest 1.8 out of the box head seems to be doing fine). I also occasionally use Boge LR (2.0 ohm cartomisers).
My juice is DIY mainly but always 60/40 or 70/30 PG/VG (more PG than VG).
The results are excellent for me loads of vapour, and throat hit although I do find that if I take a very long drag I start to get a hint of burnt juice right at the end. Nothing major but just a warning that if I kept drawing for more than 3-4 seconds I would be spoiling the flavour. So the wattage is right in the ballpark for me whatever the math suggests
All in all a very good set-up form (lets see what happens when the Vamo V2 arrives )

That sounds great! I hope I get similar results, but I'm concerned because the T3's I ordered were 2.4 ohms.... I guess I'll have to wait and see what happens

 

[WattWick]

My main concern is I will only be vaping @ 5.7watts according to that chart and I read somewhere that you want to be in the 6.2-7.5 range.

There's an excellent thread that explains why wattage is not everything. Short version; it's all about wattage distributed over a surface/mass. Thick wires require higher wattage to achieve the same temperature as thin wires. Clearomizers generally use very thin wire.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

As you can see there are many that are quite happy using the T3 The bigger problem I've found with cartos, heads, etc is they are never as advertised ohms- wise. I have a single coil 1.7 ohms carto that measures out at 1.5 ohms. I also have 1.8 ohms heads that are measuring out at 2.2 ohms. I now have a number of ohms containers into which I toss the delivery devices into after testing them.