Looking for Good Sites to Buy AVP/Mod Batteries

[nettles4349]

I'm planning on buying an AVP (most likely the VAMO V3) in the next week or two. I was considering getting a starter kit that includes batteries and charger from Discount Vapors but they are currently out of stock of the kit I'd like; on top of that, their own site states that the batteries and charger that come with the kits are of poor quality and it would be wise to purchase them separately. I figure if I'm going to have to buy the batteries/charger separately I might as well go directly to a battery site that specializes in that sort of thing and probably has better prices.

Does anyone know of a good (and relatively inexpensive) site to buy 18650 2000mAh IMR and 18350 800mAh IMR batteries and a variable charger I can use for both? I looked on BatterySpace.com and found several 18650s with varying mAh and other such features, but I'm new and quite naive when it comes to this and I'm terrified that I'm going to purchase the wrong type of battery and ruin the AVP on the first day I have it.

If anyone knowledgeable enough would be able to guide me in the right direction I'd very much appreciate it. Thank you.

-John

 

[Plumes.91]

Advanced Personal Vaporizer.

RTD vapor for batteries.

VamoV3 is a good vv/vw mod.

Enjoy the vape journey.

 

[Tatsel_Morte]

Plumes basically covered it.

In more detail:

The "low quality" batteries are probably unprotected Li-ion batteries. In a mechanical, or other un-regulated mod, this is a disaster. In a VV/VW mod like the camp that is regulated you are OK.

If you are really concerned about the safety, get protected Li-ions or IMR's. IMR's are preferred. They are generally between $8 and $12, but I have Sen a 3600 may IMR that was $17-$20. For chargers, it's all about the Pila or Xtar.

 

[nettles4349]

Thanks for the input guys. That RTDVapor site is great. I went to MyVaporStore and found that while they don't sell the V3 kit they give you the option of getting 2 batteries (of various types and qualities) and/or a charger for an additional fee(s) that was very reasonable. If you're looking to pick up an AVP/Mod anytime soon I'd recommend taking a look at their site. The cost of the batteries might be slightly higher but you only have to pay one S&H fee and you're able to get the AVP and batteries at the same time. I know I'd be very bummed if I got the AVP one day and had to wait another day or two to use it until the batteries arrived.

 

[Train2]

MyVaporStore is a good site, but just in case you're still looking, there's this...
It's from China, so you gotta plan on 8-12 days to arrive, but it's a site you want to know about!!
REALLY good prices. Just be SURE you know what you're ordering...

For instance, this Vamo is a Vamo. But on some products (EVOD and Vivi Nova clearomizers, or coil heads, for example), they carry cheap copies of brand name stuff. They don't LIE - they don't CALL it a KANGER EVOD - but you have to know that if it doesn't say the brand name - it's because it's a knockoff!

 

[Pam1384]

Thanks for that info Train.

 

[jazdale]

BatteryJunction.com - Your #1 Source For Batteries, Battery Chargers, Flashlights, Solar Products and More!

 

[wv2win]

Vamo V3 is a good choice. RTD, as mentioned, is a good place for batteries. Another good option Crystal Clear Vaping and they provide FREE shipping on all orders:

Efest IMR 18350 800mAh 3.7V LiMn Battery Flat Top or Nipple Tops (2PCS)

 

[SinnerBoy84]

I bought my Vamo V3 from Fasttech it took about 2 weeks to arrive and it came with 2 Panasonic CGR18650CH batteries, and a Nitecore I2 charger. I'm loving it and its easy to use, and comes with everything you need.

This one comes with a couple of Sony's but its the same price I paid:

$58.85 Vamo V3 Stainless Steel Variable Voltage E-Cigarette Battery Compartment Set - with Nitecore I2 US battery charger / 2*Sony 18650 batteries at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

 

[The Ocelot]

I use AW IMR batteries in mine. I usually get them from RTD.

 

[Jazzi Mike]

With an APV, like the Vamo, SVD, Zmax, etc... basically anything with an (O)LED screen and protection programmed into it, you CANNOT USE PROTECTED BATTERIES. Many of them will not fire if you try to use protected batteries.

That is why the IMR batteries are recommended. They are safer chemistry: meaning that if something goes wrong, they won't start on fire, they wlll just really hot and melt. Thus, making it possible to have unprotected batteries that are still reasonably 'safe.'

 

[Synthox]

I think there is another area of this board where you can discuss about vendors but I bought my Vamo V3 with the iClear 30 Clearomizer (Favorite setup) with batteries (18650) from gotvapes along with $100 of other items and they all arrived when promised. They also offer a discount and coupon codes. I've been very happy with their service and support. Fast answers to customer support tickets and they make sure they are getting originals and not knock offs since they deal in such large quantities direct. They have a support forum on this board too.

 

[genevieve]

I just looked at the RTD website (quickly bookmarked it ). i was looking thru the panasonic batteries, cuz i've heard a lot of people say they prefer those. can someone please explain what the "hybrid" panasonic batteries are?

i have a vamo 2 btw. so, i know not to get the protected batteries. I just want the best available for my vamo. i'm willing to spend a couple extra dollars. also, how long should these batteries last on average (with all day vaping)? a few months?

 

[wv2win]

I just looked at the RTD website (quickly bookmarked it ). i was looking thru the panasonic batteries, cuz i've heard a lot of people say they prefer those. can someone please explain what the "hybrid" panasonic batteries are?

i have a vamo 2 btw. so, i know not to get the protected batteries. I just want the best available for my vamo. i'm willing to spend a couple extra dollars. also, how long should these batteries last on average (with all day vaping)? a few months?

Most of the batteries mentioned (AW, Efests, etc) have a 700 - 900 recharge limit, unlike ego type batteries which only have a 250 - 300 recharge limit. However, before you reach that limit, you will find with all of these batteries that over time, they will not hold a charge as long as they did when new. By the half way mark, it probably has diminished by about 20% and then continues to decline as you get closer to that 700 - 800 limit. AW's do seem to hold up the best although I have never used the Panasonics so I can't comment on them.

With your Vamo, it's works best in RMS (N02) mode, fyi.

 

[Bombies]

I would buy the VAMO from FastTech, its from China, shipping is 7-10 days. Well worth the wait. I have 2 orders on the way to my house right now. One of them is the VAMO V3. Youll save a lot of money.

 

[genevieve]

Most of the batteries mentioned (AW, Efests, etc) have a 700 - 900 recharge limit, unlike ego type batteries which only have a 250 - 300 recharge limit. However, before you reach that limit, you will find with all of these batteries that over time, they will not hold a charge as long as they did when new. By the half way mark, it probably has diminished by about 20% and then continues to decline as you get closer to that 700 - 800 limit. AW's do seem to hold up the best although I have never used the Panasonics so I can't comment on them.

With your Vamo, it's works best in RMS (N02) mode, fyi.

700-900 limit? meaning i can reuse and charge that many times?

 

[Mikeyman95]

RTD Vapors is where I'm getting them. Good selection, fair prices, quick shipping. Can't ask for much more.