Low batteries... is a higher voltage safe?

[radicalchuu]

I have a zmax mini using 18350 batteries, and I don't get paid for a couple more weeks; so, I am kind of low on money. My rechargable batteries have, I guess, ran their course because the hit I am getting off of my normal 3.7 voltage is... well, there's vape, but no flavor or warmth; very airy. i thought, maybe, it might be the head on my Vivi Nova (I have a genuine one I bough from gotvapes) So I tried my Vivi on my boyfriends traditional eGo. It worked just fine; which sucks, because I bought everything in advance except batteries! So I was fiddling around and I turned the voltage up to 4v's, and I'm getting a better draw now. I am just so skittish of turning the voltage up so high; I don't want to burn my stuff or danger the plastic tube or some other nonsense!
Btw, I'm using 2.4ohm heads.
I have heard some horror stories about higher voltages with zmax and vivi novas and I don't know... what do you guys think?

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

Hello,
I think you are fine turning it up to 4. 2.4 heads should be just fine. When you go to sleep, put your existing batteries on the charger so they will be fully charged when you wake up.

And don't worry.....sounds like you are doing just fine.

 

[WarHawk-AVG]

ZMAX and zmax mini is a VW rig..you should be able to turn up the wattage to get a better vape (it has circuitry that self adjusts to amplify the voltage internally to much higher than input voltage, then regulate it back down to the useable level [its called a buck boost circuit])

http://www.smoktek.com/assets/images/ZmaxUserSettings.pdf <- this is the manual for all the sub menu options and whatnot

Li Ion batteries safe drain limit is 3.2vdc, the ZMAX and mini have low voltage protection built in..it wont let you drain the batteries too far to kill em...it will vape and vape and vape, then tell you OK...low volts = go charge the batteries

Find the setting for VW, set it for 6-7 watts and don't worry about the voltage it will take care of adjusting it for you

 

[radicalchuu]

Thank you
I noticed it was VW when I first got it in the mail, but since wattage was a new increment to me, I decided to change it to volts since that was what I was comfortable with manipulating at the time. Man, I can't wait to get my provari next month; I'm getting the mini with the bigger-battery adapter so I can get longer-lasting batteries! It seems like these 18350's don't last that long; I've only had them for 2 months, now :/

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

Thank you
I noticed it was VW when I first got it in the mail, but since wattage was a new increment to me, I decided to change it to volts since that was what I was comfortable with manipulating at the time. Man, I can't wait to get my provari next month; I'm getting the mini with the bigger-battery adapter so I can get longer-lasting batteries! It seems like these 18350's don't last that long; I've only had them for 2 months, now :/

Yeah, I found that out also. Provari is a great choice. I have several. Its a little heavier, but you won't be sorry for the purchase. I have had mine since they first came out and still going strong.

 

[Rickajho]

Which 18350's are they? They should be lasting longer than 60 days...

One other possibility: Any liquid in your 510 connector? Liquids interfere with conductivity. That could explain why that same VVNV seems "meh" on your device but performs better on your BF's eGo. Keep your connectors clean.

 

[SirSteve]

3.7 volts with a 2.4 ohm coil is rather low, 4 volts is a little on the low also. A simple rule some people use is to take the resistance (ohms) of the coil and add 2 to it to get starting voltage point. With your 2.4 ohm coil, adding 2 would give a starting point of 4.4 volts.

WarHawk makes a good point, VW works good. I normally start around 8 watts, but 6 or 7 should work for you considering you are using a low voltage setting now.

The coil gets gunk built up on it after a some use, this can affect the vape and is why some people dry burn them. Upping the volts or watts can help to compensate some for the buildup. Don't be afraid to up the volts/watts to get the vape you want, if you start to get a burnt taste, back off.

 

[Train2]

It could be that your 2.4 heads have "crept up" to 2.6 - if you or a friend have a mod that can check. It's possible for resistance to change if the coil's getting gunked up...
Or is this different juice, maybe?

Anyway - when people discuss "higher voltage" they aren't talking about 4. That's fine!

The Provari should be great - that IS only Variable Voltage, by the way - not VW...
You'll get a LOT longer run time with an 18650. Not sure why your batteries would be "wearing out" after 2 months - they shouldn't, really. When you get new batteries - GET GOOD ONES. That's no place to save a buck...

 

[Katya]

4v is not high for 2.4Ω coils--it's just right!

Happy vaping!

 

[Katya]

Yeah, I found that out also. Provari is a great choice. I have several. Its a little heavier, but you won't be sorry for the purchase. I have had mine since they first came out and still going strong.

My mini ProVari and my ss Sigelei Zmax mini both weigh 4.25 oz. (with a battery inside. ) The Zmax is a bit taller.

 

[Katya]

I have heard some horror stories about higher voltages with zmax and vivi novas and I don't know... what do you guys think?

What kind of batteries are you using? I use AW IMR (red jacket) batteries and they work great. Efest is also a good brand.

 

[SirSteve]

My mini ProVari and my ss Sigelei Zmax mini both weigh 4.25 oz. (with a battery inside. ) The Zmax is a bit taller.

I have the full size Provari with 18650 extension, the Sigelei Zmax V2 and the Sigelei Zmax mini. All three get about the same amount of use, and they are all good devices. ProVari build quality is better, but you should expect that given the difference in price.

The full size ProVari in 18500 mode is about 1/4 taller than the Sig Zmax mini.

 

[Katya]

No argument from me, Steve. I love my ProVari mini.

I got the Zmax because I wanted a backup--and I wanted a mod that offers VW and dual 510/eGo connection because I like my eGo threaded Kanger BCCs. So far, I love the Sigelei mini. "So far" being the operative word, of course.