Hi guys, trying out diy. What equipment I need to measure the solutions? I would need syringes. How about a scale? How do you guys measure the flavorings as well? Count using drops? Thanks.
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I weigh using a small kitchen scale that measures down to 0.01g. If you're going to use ml, all syringe sizes.
The flavors I use comes in dropper bottles, it makes more sense for me to weigh my mix.
The flavors I use comes in dropper bottles, it makes more sense for me to weigh my mix.
I agree with crazyhendrix. Scales will make your mixing faster, cleaner, & more accurate.
Consider using American Weigh Scales . They were recommended to me, & I'm very satisfied with them.
Consider using American Weigh Scales . They were recommended to me, & I'm very satisfied with them.
The most basic way to diy is 1ml syringes for the flavors, 10ml ones for the base (or larger if you make larger quantities), some empty jars with lids, kitchentowell, notebook/Excel sheet, 20ml or 30ml ldpe/hdpe bottles.
Some of my flavors come in dropper bottles, others in needle bottles, some in plain bottles, but you can all put them in syringes like these, they have a resolution of 0.01 ml:
If you have flavors that come in dropper or needle bottles, leave the cap of the syringe on, pull out the plunger and fill. Turn upside down above your base-jar and remove the cap to poor it in. I have a separate, 'dedicated' 1ml syringe for each flavor.
I usually buy high level nic-base and mix it with liters of VG and PG. I always make separate juices from single flavors and mix them when they have steeped enough.
Make sure you write down every mix you make, as precise as you can. Also make notes when vaping it. This will really help you develop your desired mix.
I agree that using a scale is easier, but you need to know the specific weight of each substance if you want it to be precise. Or you could just ignore specific weights and use the scale anyway, eventually you'll find a mix that works ;-)
Some of my flavors come in dropper bottles, others in needle bottles, some in plain bottles, but you can all put them in syringes like these, they have a resolution of 0.01 ml:
If you have flavors that come in dropper or needle bottles, leave the cap of the syringe on, pull out the plunger and fill. Turn upside down above your base-jar and remove the cap to poor it in. I have a separate, 'dedicated' 1ml syringe for each flavor.
I usually buy high level nic-base and mix it with liters of VG and PG. I always make separate juices from single flavors and mix them when they have steeped enough.
Make sure you write down every mix you make, as precise as you can. Also make notes when vaping it. This will really help you develop your desired mix.
I agree that using a scale is easier, but you need to know the specific weight of each substance if you want it to be precise. Or you could just ignore specific weights and use the scale anyway, eventually you'll find a mix that works ;-)
That's some really good tips. Thanks for that!The most basic way to diy is 1ml syringes for the flavors, 10ml ones for the base (or larger if you make larger quantities), some empty jars with lids, kitchentowell, notebook/Excel sheet, 20ml or 30ml ldpe/hdpe bottles.
Some of my flavors come in dropper bottles, others in needle bottles, some in plain bottles, but you can all put them in syringes like these, they have a resolution of 0.01 ml:
If you have flavors that come in dropper or needle bottles, leave the cap of the syringe on, pull out the plunger and fill. Turn upside down above your base-jar and remove the cap to poor it in. I have a separate, 'dedicated' 1ml syringe for each flavor.
I usually buy high level nic-base and mix it with liters of VG and PG. I always make separate juices from single flavors and mix them when they have steeped enough.
Make sure you write down every mix you make, as precise as you can. Also make notes when vaping it. This will really help you develop your desired mix.
I agree that using a scale is easier, but you need to know the specific weight of each substance if you want it to be precise. Or you could just ignore specific weights and use the scale anyway, eventually you'll find a mix that works ;-)
I to am a fan of weighing. Check out this thread for a step by step and feel free to ask questions there if you have any.
https://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/threads/mixing-by-weight-basics-101.741661/
https://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/threads/mixing-by-weight-basics-101.741661/
Read my blogs expecially "what you need to know for the first time DIY'er". It will tell you every thing you need to know about what to buy as well as how to mix your first juice, info on NIC, flavors and vg/pg, steeping and a long list of vendors
My blogs will give insight into all aspects of DYI, from steeping to what supplies to have on hand to a basic walk through mixing your first E-juice.
E-Cigarette Forum - dannyv45 - Blogs
Then read hoosier's blogs. These blogs concentrate on fine tuning your mix and give insight on additives.
E-Cigarette Forum - Hoosier - Blogs
Then read Boletus's blog's. These blogs concentrate on formulation of nicotine bases regarding proper calculations methods for figuring Nicotine concentration as well as safety.
E-Cigarette Forum - Boletus - Blogs
Then read Ginger's book "E-Cigarettes 102: DIY E-Liquid". It is a book which I've contributed to that delivers an in depth easy to follow guide in the art of DYI.
E-Cigarettes 102: DIY E-Liquid
I recommend viewing VPLive Vape Team Episode #82: DIY Safety and bookmark it for future reference. It explains safety in all aspects of DYI.
VPLive Vape Team Episode #82: DIY Safety
then read the stickies at the top of the page.
this will explain a lot of the how's and why's.
My blogs will give insight into all aspects of DYI, from steeping to what supplies to have on hand to a basic walk through mixing your first E-juice.
E-Cigarette Forum - dannyv45 - Blogs
Then read hoosier's blogs. These blogs concentrate on fine tuning your mix and give insight on additives.
E-Cigarette Forum - Hoosier - Blogs
Then read Boletus's blog's. These blogs concentrate on formulation of nicotine bases regarding proper calculations methods for figuring Nicotine concentration as well as safety.
E-Cigarette Forum - Boletus - Blogs
Then read Ginger's book "E-Cigarettes 102: DIY E-Liquid". It is a book which I've contributed to that delivers an in depth easy to follow guide in the art of DYI.
E-Cigarettes 102: DIY E-Liquid
I recommend viewing VPLive Vape Team Episode #82: DIY Safety and bookmark it for future reference. It explains safety in all aspects of DYI.
VPLive Vape Team Episode #82: DIY Safety
then read the stickies at the top of the page.
this will explain a lot of the how's and why's.
Something I do to try flavors is mix in small amounts 5 to 10 ml in just PG/VG. Save the Nic until you know you like your mix. I do 5 drops of flavor in 5 ml of PG/VG and 10 drops in 10 ml PG/VG. That way you can adjust from there. There are some really good flavor blends and no special mixing, just shake & vape 
Syringes - meself using it for the flavours only or when dosing nic in the low ranges. They're disposable so the markings on them don't last very long unless you put a strip of clear scotch tape over them.
Also good idea to use dedicated syringes for each flavour. Especially for menthol
PG VG I do on a precision scale, can be had for 15 bucks round about and spares you the hassle of cleanin up big syringes and measuring cylinders.
Also good idea to use dedicated syringes for each flavour. Especially for menthol
PG VG I do on a precision scale, can be had for 15 bucks round about and spares you the hassle of cleanin up big syringes and measuring cylinders.
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