My first quad coil build

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Mark Spivey

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Doing the math it's 11.4 amps if your resistance is accurate, assuming 0 resistance between your atomizer and battery (not realistic), and assuming only a single 18650. The VCT5 has a stated initial discharging current of 15A and max continuous discharge of 30A. I don't know what it's impulse current rating is and I don't know what you would be drawing as an impulse current without modeling it. With that said, I would probably do a quick test fire with a peak holding current meter in line to see what it may be and search to find out what the battery is rated or has been tested to. My first instinct is to think it's probably OK.
 
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Yes, you are safe if you have bought authentic Sony VTC5's (there are lots of counterfeit VTC5's out there (Amazon & Ebay to name a few)

If you unfamiliar with battery safety, Ohm's Law, amp draw, etc. I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (one of our resident battery experts) and visit his blogs. Baditudes Blogs.

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.

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.

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
 

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Hi RollinStoned and welcome to ECF!

Assuming it's a GENUINE VTC5 (which these days is a big assumption - they're not being made any more and there's lots of fakes being sold), you should be safe at .37 ohms.

Reliable sources for batteries:
Batteries-Chargers-Flashlights-Only The Best
Authentic AW Batteries - RTD Vapor
Illumn.com - Flashlights, Batteries, Carry Gear, Intelligent LED Lighting, and More!

Do not buy batteries from eBay or Amazon. Some of their third party sellers sell fakes.

Hope that helps and Happy Vaping!
 

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    I'm familiar with the ohm laws & battery safety.. I've researched a lot haha I bought the Sony from vaportek & the comparison pics online shows that my battery is authentic. thanks for the replies tho guys , I appreciate it!
    another question.. how do I post pictures to the forum?

    Trust me on this, the counterfeiters have seen those comparison pics also.
     
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