Newbie Question on Eluma Cig (902) atomizer/battery?

[WendyLS]

<p>Hi, I'm new to this forum as well as new to e cigs/vaping and have a couple of questions if you don't mind helping me out: I *think* that my Eluma is a 902 atomizer and battery. The starter kit included all the important stuff: 2 automatic batteries, 1 atomizer, USB charger, AC charger, E-pack (very convenient), and 25 cartridges (sample pack of all 5 flavors, that are very good by the by).... </p>

<p>Anyway. I've read around the net about the different kinds of e cigs, the throat hit, the vapor production, etc and since I'm having a few "problems" with my eluma cigs I'd like to buy a different atomizer and also try a manual battery instead. I'm looking at buying a "902 SS" atomizer from the Modern Vapor site (since it's the same model type) because it's supposed to deliver a better throat hit and vapor production (I'm used to smoking Newport Kings and I have to really pull to get enough vapor for my liking), but I just wondered if it really WILL make a difference and if anyone has used one before?? I'm also trying to make sure it will be compatible with my Eluma, of course. </p>

<p>Second..... I want to also purchase their 902 manual battery (the eluma comes with 2 automatic batteries and I don't like how it cuts you off/regulates your drag itself) and I also wanted to know if the manual battery makes a difference and allows more control (the way I'm hoping it does) and less "pulling" to get a good drag? Third..... I've already decided I hate the pre-filled cartridges. They have that tinfoil covering over them that comes off in bits and clogs the atomizer, so I've already been peeling off the tin foil and sort of stirring around the filling when I'm not getting good "drags" (and it seems to temporarily help). So I'm *planning* to save the cartridges and just buy the e-liquid. </p>

<p>However, I've read around here and other places that you can just "drip" the atomizer itself with a few drops and/or refill the cartridges as long as the fiber filler is still good/in tact and I'm careful to not overfill the carts. I've already been pulling the filler stuff out and using tweezers to "squeeze" a drop or two of the liquid right onto the atomizer (seems to help) and then just put it back in the cartridge and reassemble it, but it's annoying to have to do this all the time. Will the e-liquid work well if dripped onto the atomizer? If so, how much is too much? And how "full" do you make the cartridge when refilling it? I guessed about halfway or so? </p>

<p>I've also been attempting to blow out and clean my atomizer with rubbing alcohol, but it's hard to get into the casing to clean the actual atomizer. Is it okay to soak the atomizer in rubbing alcohol, then rinse with water, and allow to dry? It seems sensible to me, but I don't want to accidentally ruin it. </p>

<p>Sorry for the bazillion questions, but I am BRAND NEW to vaping and just got my kit like 2 days ago and have been fiddling around trying to get better drags, less pulling/sucking required, and reading up on how to modify my e cigs to make them better suited to my needs. Anyone who can help with these questions would be a lifesaver!!! </p>

<p> **PS: The screwing around with the atomizer and the pre-filled cartridges has made me not able to give up my Newport Kings entirely yet, but I've already gone down to 3 analog cigs per day, which is really good for me. However, I think I could stop them entirely if I could get my e cig kit modified to work best for me and my smoking needs....(I hope)**</p>

 

[WendyLS]

Looks like my next question is: How do I insert paragraph spaces, since the html clearly shows up with the tags?

 

[petem]

Welcome to the fourm!! Not sure how much help I can be. Went to there site ElumaCigs.com - Products | Electronic Cigarette Kit | Quit Smoking | Electric Cigarettes | E-Cigs | Electronic Cigarette Liquid and they say they use atomizers and cartridges which make it a three peice system. Have not heard if they can work with another type like a 902 maybe someone else knows. Do you have any e juice? if so you can refill the carts. You can try dripping one or two drops on the atomizer, puting a empty cart (no filler ) on and see if you like that (called dripping).

about your second question I have not clue. I just type and the when I get to the end of the space it automaticly drops down to the next line and when I want to start a new paragraph I just hit enter key twice.

 

[WendyLS]

Petem--

When I tried to just hit enter down as usual (for paragraph spaces) it showed it as per usual to me....until I went to preview/submit. Then it showed it as one long glob of words, so I assumed HTML must be necessary. Hmmm....maybe it's because I chose the "blue and black" theme upon registration? I guess maybe it was a temporary glitch or something....I'll see what happens this time because I thought it was bizarre if html was required for using "enter", lol!


*I'm trying without the html, so if it's in a clump....sorry in advance*

I think the eluma is a 902 model from googling and looking all over the internet and in other e cig forums and such, but it seems that no one else is really sure, either.

However....the "Master Vapor" site kit called "902" looks completely identical and sounds like it's the exact same thing, so going by what I've found on forums and also going by visual....I THINK that's what it is.

I'd like to replace the crappy automatic battery with a manual one (or at least add a manual to the 2 autos they sent me with the kit) and also add the "902 SS atomizer" available on the MasterVapor site that says it's an atomizer for "serious smokers" (hence the name, I'd imagine), but I don't want to purchase them until I'm sure it is the same model as my eluma is.

I don't have cartridges *yet* with no filler, but the eluma carts are prefilled and just have the standard fiber that you can just pull right out, so I am going to save a few, order e-liquid, and try the drip way and see if it's any different.

I also soaked my atomizer in rubbing alcohol and dried it really well and it seemed to help a bit.

Do you think a manual battery and slightly more powerful atomizer might be a good choice for a Newport King smoker like me? I smoked about a half a pack per day on average and am already down to 3 Newports per day max (even with the e cig not working as well as I'd hoped).

Thanks

 

[librarising]

Looks like my next question is: How do I insert paragraph spaces, since the html clearly shows up with the tags?

You have to use the square bracket which is above and to the left of the return key.

Welcome to ECF.

 

[petem]

Found some info about the 902 here http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/modernvapor/42035-901-902-too-many-numbers-whats-difference.html?highlight=902 where I belive the vendor says the 902 is a rebranded J-118 / VX2. Further search on J-118 found this http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/madvapes/70194-j118-connectors-aka-modern-vapor-902-litecig-vx2-any-chance-hoogie.html?highlight=J118+connectors where on post 3 they refer to this http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/general-e-smoking-discussion/62906-will-j118-atomizers-work-510-batts.html#post999162. Some of the post are dated but it seems like a 510 atomizer will fit and work on a J-118 and since a 902 is a rebranded j-118 it should fit also. So if your Eluma is a 902 it follows that a 510 atomizer will work if all the above references are correct. A lot of ifs but may be worth a shot. Also seems a j-118 atty will work on a 510 battery if the end is gound down but will require something to gind file it down. Not sure any of this is something you will condsider but thought it might help someone out who may look at this thread.

 

[WendyLS]

You have to use the square bracket which is above and to the left of the return key.

Welcome to ECF.

Ahhhh, I see now that I quoted you and the brackets showed up in the reply! Whoops!

Although, now my spacing seems to work fine and before I couldn't get the smilies OR my enter key to space down, so it must have been a temp glitch.

Thanks, I appreciate it!

 

[WendyLS]

Petem--

Woah! That was all a bit like Chinese to a vapo-newb like myself, but I'm assuming you prob posted that so that other members here can investigate and maybe give me a definitive answer?

It's like stepping into a parallel universe all the ins and outs of the vaping, the different brands, the different models, etc.

I'm not UNhappy with the Eluma itself.....its' just frustrating when you're attempting to use it and replace your regular cigs, but have all these roadblocks in the way regarding how to properly "drag" on it, how to clean it to make it operate at optimum quality, which mods are worthwhile, which aren't......and how to get the closest thing to smoking a Newport King as possible without actually smoking a Newport King.

 

[WendyLS]

OH!

PS: I think I read on some other forum that the 902 is some sort of "upgrade" of the 901, maybe?

I didn't join any forums other than this one, though so I couldn't post a question and ask precisely what they meant.

It seems like some forums are specifically geared toward one or two types of e cig and could possibly be biased toward certain types, so I didn't want to bother joining them if I'm going to get watered down advice/info.

I'm def going to start filling my own carts and/or dripping the atomizer, though because I already hate peeling the stupid foil off these prefilled carts (even though you're supposed to leave them on, they clearly fall off in pieces and clog the atomizer) and also hate having to guess how much liquid is left in them.

These carts do seem to hold quite a bit of liquid though and I've liked all of the flavors in the sample pack, though. I'm not so hot on the Espresso, though. The menthol, cherry, vanilla, and chocolate are good so far but I know I can get way better sweet flavors buying e liquid instead, though.....

 

[WendyLS]

Just a little update:

I emailed the customer service people from "Modern Vapor" to see if their 902 Model/Kit was the same/similar as my Eluma kit and explained to them I wanted to order some mods without replacing my entire kit that was pretty expensive with the e-pack charger, USB charge, the carts, etc.....and even though most sites would lie just to sell you THEIR starter kit and would ignore a non-customer asking annoying questions.....I got a reply within ONE hour!!!

I asked him if their "902 SS atomizer" would deliver a better hit/drag and also if their manual batteries and atomizers were compatible with my Eluma kit and if he thought the manual battery would better serve my needs. His response:

Yes, the parts are compatible, and the SS atomizers are lower ohms which put out more power. The manual batteries are the way to go, they will not pre-activate with noise. You should also buy some of the cartridge caps, so you can cap your cartridges after refilling them.

Just thought I'd share since I was impressed at the speed of their reply to a non-customer who did NOT want to buy one of their starter kits.....and the fact that he gave me no bull.... and didn't try to sell me any extras.

I wish I'd have heard of the Modern Vapor site first....freaking Eluma is the site I spent almost $80.00 at and they STILL didn't answer my email with simple questions from 3 days ago and told me "not to use any other brands/mods with their products" which is utter bull...., of course.

 

[petem]

Yea I just wanted to get the links to other post in one place for reference (mine, other viewers). Getting juice and refilling the carts and trying dripping is the right place to start. Try a few vendors and order small (5 ml) in different flavors and strenghs to see what flavors you like and what nic level you need. From the Eluma web site their Full (highest level) is 16mg which for some is not enough I usually use 18 mg most of the time and some use 24 mg some 12mg with a few using 36 mg (mg is amont of nicitine in one ml of juice). I heard about 3 ml a day is the average usage (I use between 3 to 5 ml )

 

[WendyLS]

Petem--

Yeah, I think the 16 might be a touch low for me to quit the Newports altogether, so when I get e-juice I plan to likely get the 18 because I don't want to intentionally go significantly higher considering it IS still nicotine and I figure all I need is to satisfy my normal urge to smoke/nicotine. Not make it higher and higher.

I think I like the sweet flavors (surprisingly since Newports are a nasty non-minty menthol that I've loved all these years) because I really like the sweeter samples in my kit like the chocolate and vanilla.

I saw somewhere the R-something that is Caramel, Vanilla, and Tobacco blend and that sounds right up my alley for flavor. I'd like to try some of the other candy-type ones as well because I occasionally enjoy a sweet cigar instead of my standard Newports up until now. I don't even particularly the menthol that came with my kit, so I think the caramel/vanilla/mocha/chocolate are the varieties I'll prob start with at 18 mg for now.

I'd also like to try the graduated/flat tip carts instead of the round, too just to see which I prefer.

I don't know....I'm so indecisive since I'm so new to this, but I've been reading my ... off on all the sites, reviews, and forums to try to collect info and make a wise purchase regarding mods and additions that suit my individual needs.

 

[librarising]

Ahhhh, I see now that I quoted you and the brackets showed up in the reply! Whoops!

Although, now my spacing seems to work fine and before I couldn't get the smilies OR my enter key to space down, so it must have been a temp glitch.

Thanks, I appreciate it!

It's my pleasure!

 

[Walice]

eluma has the worst customer service I have ever seen. I will never do business with them again. I use a joye 510 now and I love it.