Not all liquids are created equal - IO6 performance

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As is customary when new information surfaces I post about it.

The following video depicts that with my first IO6 atty I was indeed getting 20+ hits out of a refresh. I was understandably peeved when someone call bullocks on the claim. That being said in retrospect I did find it kind of odd that I was getting as many hits out of a top off. The atty is still performing at the same rate, amidst a scorching and a revival. I have no explanation for this...



My second LR is not performing as well as the first. That being said it is performing on par with the remainder of atties out there, 10-12 hits on a top off. My HV IO6s are performing as expected 8-10 hits <---- to be expected at HV.

Conclusion...

Since I mix my own liquids, consistency is there and with the exception of flavouring, they are consistant wrt viscosity. It has been discussed in the past that liquids will affect performance. That being said, I either have an outstanding first IO6 or the liquid I am vaping in the 2nd one does not produce the results as previously experienced.

Other variables...

My 2nd unit is fitted to the 7mm fired by a 14500 IMR, whilst the 1st is fitted to the P18 fired by an 18650 LI Ion. Today I will be swapping out atties between devices and see if there is a change if any in performance. Although I doubt I will see any change, I have to remove that factor out of the equation.

The test will be conducted over the next few days, starting with a simple swapping of devices. Tomorrow I will swap liquids and see if that produces different results.

I will keep folks posted as to the results of this experiment.
 

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I will be watching Switcher but I do know that your posts are honest and that you have no hidden agenda in making them. But once again because someone else uses different juice, PV, or just their vaping style is different it's easier to cry foul than relize this is not a one size fits all industry. Everyone is going to have different outcomes but I watched your video and seen the 20+ vapes you took from the i06. I also didn't see any evidence of the video being doctored nor did I see any feed tubes fraudulently feeding extra juice. I believe most of the people believe you to be a truthful man but there are always those that think everything is a big conspiracy.
 

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I hear you man. The technical data drawn today seems to be significant. That being said I will await the conclusion of this little experiment to post the results. The caveat is that perhaps folks expect a greater performance than what is available. I know my integrity is intact but then again I wiuldn't want to lead folks into false hopes. There is enough of that going around :lol: No, i like to be able to quantify observations if I can in order to assit folks with their successes or failures, wishing for the former over the latter.
 

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One thing I've personally found between IMR and Li Ion batteries is that IMR batteries provide a more consistent voltage and then suddenly drop off - whereas protected/Li Ion batteries droop down from start to finish, constantly getting weaker. Maybe this is why? Just thinking outloud, really...

Absolutely with one caveat Loftie. The IMRs provide more current to the atty as the internal resistance is less because of battery chemistry. My technical data on the experience supports my observation.
 

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I also verified Switched's claim by vaping along with him for 20 hits ( albeit with a 306). I wouldn't think voltage drooping would affect the number of hits off a fresh reload. But then I'm not known for my thinking.

You are right. From start to finish the LI Ions have a slope decreasing voltage as we vape. OTOH IMRs have a cliff. IOW they vape at a plateau until they drop off straight down vice a slope.
 

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I use devices that give me a constant voltage until the battery needs recharged so I don't see the difference. The high drains, for me, are not very good because all I get is less vaping time because of the lower MAH they have. I do like the IMR 14500 better than the LI-ion 14500 though.

I also verified Switched's claim by vaping along with him for 20 hits

That's because your a 007 secret agent.
 
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I use devices that give me a constant voltage until the battery needs recharged so I don't see the difference. The high drains, for me, are not very good because all I get is less vaping time because of the lower MAH they have. I do like the IMR 14500 better than the LI-ion 14500 though.


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Absolutely true wrt multiple cell use in a regulated PV. OTOH in single cell application :)
 

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I can't freakin believe it... I've seen someone say that they take a lot of juice and last long, but in my experience with the first i06 (one week ago) I got, LR 1.8, still going strong, it takes less juice and lasts less time (before reloading) than the SR 901's I am used to using.
I think 901's can hold more juice too... i usually drip a good 3 to 4+ drops in a 901, and no more than 3 in the i06.
Because of that I get less vapes and have to redrip more often... but it's worth it, because it's the closest thing to an analog that i've ever tried. Flavor and Vapor and TH is all there.

Wow, it's like a supernatural i06 Switcher, isn't it? I mean you even said that the other doesn't do that.
I can't freaking believe it... shakes head...

I mean there is only so much room in there isn't it?
btw, i wonder what the cylinder capacity is compared to a 306, 510, 901?

thanks, that's the most amazing video i've seen.
 

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I can't freakin believe it... I've seen someone say that they take a lot of juice and last long, but in my experience with the first i06 (one week ago) I got, LR 1.8, still going strong, it takes less juice and lasts less time (before reloading) than the SR 901's I am used to using.
I think 901's can hold more juice too... i usually drip a good 3 to 4+ drops in a 901, and no more than 3 in the i06.
Because of that I get less vapes and have to redrip more often... but it's worth it, because it's the closest thing to an analog that i've ever tried. Flavor and Vapor and TH is all there.

Wow, it's like a supernatural i06 Switcher, isn't it? I mean you even said that the other doesn't do that.
I can't freaking believe it... shakes head...

I mean there is only so much room in there isn't it?
btw, i wonder what the cylinder capacity is compared to a 306, 510, 901?

thanks, that's the most amazing video i've seen.
LOL Yup I know!

My atty of choice is indeed the 901 but find it a delicate balance. 6 drops to prime (IAW Trog) and 1 or 2 drops to vape. Ea drop should produce 5-6 hits, sometime its does, sometime it doesn't. 3 drops will often flood it (low VP) so you blow 'em out and start over. The IO6 OTOH only requires the original 3 drops and you are good to go.

Yup, it vapes like a stinky.
 
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