Might be a stupid question

[Onth]

Hi,

i have a Smoktech magneto and ibtanked. I am not ready to go rba yet even though it is really tempting. I only used boge LR cartomizer.
does it matter what kinda battery I use for the magneto? I am looking for both 18650 and 18350. I have read the article by Baditude but I think it mainly applies to rba and rda. I searched around but couldn't find what I need. Does the mAh and amp matters for my setup?

thanks in advance.

 

[retired1]

Never skimp on batteries, even if your current setup doesn't call for it. Don't go the cheap route as that usually ends up causing issues in the long run.

Does this mean you need to go find a 30 Amp battery? No. AW IMRs will work just fine for your current needs.

 

[Onth]

So, I can get either of these battery, right?

Sony
US18650VTC4 2100mAh 30A
US18650VTC5 2600mAh 30A

Efest IMR
18650 2250mAh 10A
18650 2000mAh 10A
18650 1600mAh 30A
18490 1100mah 8.8A
18350 800mah 6.4A
purple 18650 2500mAh 35A
purple 18350 700mAh 10.5A

Also, do I need to worry about volt, amp and watt for my setup?

 

[retired1]

As you're using a "mech", generally you need to be concerned with how low your battery gets before swapping it out with a fresh one. The batteries you list are all decent batteries (Although I prefer the AWs to the Efests). I've been using 18490 batteries lately and swap them out at around a half tank. Then swap again when it's time to refill the tank.

The 18350s will most likely be swapped out more often in your case. The 18650s will last longer. Keep track of the voltage (you DO have a multi-meter, right?) as you get used to each battery type. I try not to let mine get below 3.2 volts.

 

[itskohler]

I literally had your exact same setup before I dove into RBAs. I have always used sony vtc4 batteries, and it would last all day. I have an eFest 18350 I pop in when I get home to give the Sony a break. Go with the highest amperage you can buy, you'll need it when you get into rebuildables.

 

[Onth]

you DO have a multi-meter, right?) as you get used to each battery type. I try not to let mine get below 3.2 volts.

I dont. But am planning to get one.
I do swap my battery often, and the 18350 really doesn't last too long, but it is more convenient to bring it if I go out.

thanks for your advice!

 

[Onth]

I literally had your exact same setup before I dove into RBAs. I have always used sony vtc4 batteries, and it would last all day. I have an eFest 18350 I pop in when I get home to give the Sony a break. Go with the highest amperage you can buy, you'll need it when you get into rebuildables.

That's what I am thinking too, get the best and I can use it for rba if I decided to go that route

 

[Jumpin' In...]

Good info here:

Battery Data | God of Steam

 

[Stosh]

Buying a top end battery has an added benefit besides safety for RBA, RDA use. A better quality battery will have a better discharge curve. That is it will remain in the 4.2 - 3.7 volt range longer giving you better performance vaping. A cheap battery will tend to discharge faster to a lower voltage level 3.7 - 3.7 volts in use.

Both batteries may have say a 2200 mah rating, but the better battery will maintain a higher voltage longer as it discharges. Important for a mech mod as there isn't any voltage regulation.