Hey guys. Just got my nemesis clone from ebay today. I have a set of AW IMR 18650 3.7v 2000mAH batteries from my Vamo v5. I've hear that these aren't safe to go sub ohm with. Is this true? I have a set of MXJO's coming but wanted to know if I could go ahead and build this and chase a cloud or two with the AW's till the MXJO's get here. Any advice is appreciated.
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We will need to know what the C rating of your battery, in Amps. Hopefully you have an Ohm meter or multi-meter to check your coil build.
Learn Ohms law if you haven't already. Knowing what your battery C rating is and using Ohms law you will be able to figure out what your battery can safely handle. If you don't know, then don't chance it!
See this link: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-discussion-safety-battery-info-warnings.html
Learn Ohms law if you haven't already. Knowing what your battery C rating is and using Ohms law you will be able to figure out what your battery can safely handle. If you don't know, then don't chance it!
See this link: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-discussion-safety-battery-info-warnings.html
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The AW IMR 18650's are good for a 10amp draw, they can handle a sub ohm builds ok, but they may give you grief if you get a short because it will far exceed the discharge capability of the battery which may lead to venting.
You need to understand a little bit of Ohm's Law with doing your own builds, you can get an App that is very simple to use, you put in two of the four parameters that are associated with power supply, voltage (V), current(A), resistance(ohms) and power(W), and it calculates the rest of the information for you.
There is a great thread here on batteries and there out put, but having a basic understanding of Ohm's Law is mandatory for your safety when doing your own builds.
I personally use MNKE lMR 18650 1500mAh batteries
You need to understand a little bit of Ohm's Law with doing your own builds, you can get an App that is very simple to use, you put in two of the four parameters that are associated with power supply, voltage (V), current(A), resistance(ohms) and power(W), and it calculates the rest of the information for you.
There is a great thread here on batteries and there out put, but having a basic understanding of Ohm's Law is mandatory for your safety when doing your own builds.
I personally use MNKE lMR 18650 1500mAh batteries
If they're real AW's they are probably 10amp continuous, so building to a minimum of .50-.60 ohms or higher should be fine and leave you some headroom to be safe.
Ok thanks guys. I do have an eleaf ohm meter coming tomorrow. For now I've just been using my Vamo to test resistance. The coils that came with the Omega clone built to .5 ohms. And I do have that app. I used it and thought I would be ok but wanted to ask advice just in case. The guy at my local vape store told me the AW's weren't a good idea. Wasn't sure if he was just trying to sell me different batteries or what. Everything looks right. My build looks good and I think I'm ok to go. Just wondered what the forum thought. Thanks again! 
Thank you spiceman. Understanding the c rating and looking at what ohms law says, I should only be drawing 8.2 and my battery indicates it will handle 14.8 so I have headroom as xtwosm0kesx says. I'm going for it. Thanks guys.
Ok. Tried it. Worked awesomely! Now mixing up some more juice. Going with a 80/20 vg/pg @ 6mg. Thanks again guys for your help.
If you are new to mech mods and rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (our resident battery expert) and visit his blogs. You are now 100% in control of your own safety (and others around you). Make sure you purchase an ohm reader and a voltmeter or DMM so you can measure your builds, check for shorts and measure the remaining charge on your batteries.
Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:
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.
11. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 1
* For those who want to learn the differences between IMR, IMR/hybrid, and ICR batteries. What do those numbers and letters on batteries mean? What's an amp rating?
12. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 2
* Protected vs unprotected batteries - what's the difference? Ohm's Law 101. What is an AW battery? What is an inline fuse? What is stacking batteries?
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.
MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES
7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.
15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.
BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY
How to Spot Fake Sony Batteries
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
Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:
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.
11. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 1
* For those who want to learn the differences between IMR, IMR/hybrid, and ICR batteries. What do those numbers and letters on batteries mean? What's an amp rating?
12. Deeper Understanding of Mod Batteries Part 2
* Protected vs unprotected batteries - what's the difference? Ohm's Law 101. What is an AW battery? What is an inline fuse? What is stacking batteries?
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.
MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES
7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.
15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.
BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY
How to Spot Fake Sony Batteries
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
I have to disagree with this... I agree with being a smart, informed consumer. And being careful of counterfeits. But I'm not quite able to write off an entire Huge entity like Ebay. For example... Todd, a well known e-cig reviewer in the U.K. has an ebay account and frequently sells vape gear for charity. A buyer would never know that it was him based on his Ebay account name. I feel quite certain that he would not be trying to sell cheap, fake, black market goods. In fact, there are 100's if not 1000's of reputable sellers on Ebay, many of which have regular brick and mortar stores and have expanded their selling capability to include an Ebay storefront to increase sales.
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