off brand lava tube..any good..or same thing

[Stonefather]

Are these off brand lava tubes the same thing..looking at

Elite Vaporworks Variable Voltage Tube Mod - 18650 Kit - Mods

does this look pretty legit..i mean, that is a vv lavatube kit right?

 

[tj99959]

A VV made by L-Rider by any name is a VV made by L-Rider.

 

[DJ_Kalee]

They're all pretty much the same, most come out of the same factory in China. Volcano was just the first to put it on the market with the "Lava Tube". They are and will be the "it" item this year. 2011:Ego-T 1000mah & 2012 - Lava Tube. In a few months the new version of the Lava Tube will be out, and it will be sweet as the currently Lava Tube regulates the output on 1.5 ohm cartos to 3.7 volts, most of us vape 1.5 ohm somewhere north of 4 volts. The new model won't regulate down to 3.7.

 

[bluegrasslover]

They're all pretty much the same, most come out of the same factory in China. Volcano was just the first to put it on the market with the "Lava Tube". They are and will be the "it" item this year. 2011:Ego-T 1000mah & 2012 - Lava Tube. In a few months the new version of the Lava Tube will be out, and it will be sweet as the currently Lava Tube regulates the output on 1.5 ohm cartos to 3.7 volts, most of us vape 1.5 ohm somewhere north of 4 volts. The new model won't regulate down to 3.7.

I can't think of any reason why you would want to put a low resistance carto on a vv device like this. Get some 3ohm cartos and you'll love it.

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[The Rebel]

I can't think of any reason why you would want to put a low resistance carto on a vv device like this. Get some 3ohm cartos and you'll love it.

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+1 ^ That's where I sit with my LT and I love it. 3.0ohm Boge in a VPX tank. All the flavor and warmth you could want.

 

[Stonefather]

awesome...thanks for the info

 

[bigtiime]

I like the idea of not being able to launch a LR carto into low Earth orbit. I too use Boge 3.0ohm cartos at 4.5 volts which, so far, has been my sweet spot. pbusardo's Channel - YouTube

 

[Stef64]

I can't think of any reason why you would want to put a low resistance carto on a vv device like this. Get some 3ohm cartos and you'll love it.

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Keep in mind that when people are referring to 1.5 ohm carto it is probably a dual coil carto. These have two 3 ohm coils. while a lot of people use them on 3.7V devices, I found that they really shine at 5V. Problem is that at 5V they draw 3.3 amps which is beyond the limits of some VV devices such as the Lt or Provari.

 

[hairball]

I can't think of any reason why you would want to put a low resistance carto on a vv device like this. Get some 3ohm cartos and you'll love it.

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Yes I love 3ohm Boge but my true love is a 1.6ohm dual coil carto at 6V. The dcc's can withstand high voltage and show their true colors.

To the OP, a LT is a LT no matter where you buy it. Volcano is the only one that can call it a LavaTube.

 

[Bahiaboy]

+1 with the 3ohm Boge works great on the LT

 

[happ]

I noticed your link that the kit has unprotected batteries. I am not usre if that is a good idea as I have seen lots of warnings about unprotected batteries. Maybe someone that knows more about that kit can chime in here.

 

[bluegrasslover]

I noticed your link that the kit has unprotected batteries. I am not usre if that is a good idea as I have seen lots of warnings about unprotected batteries. Maybe someone that knows more about that kit can chime in here.

It's my understanding that these batteries are Lithium Magnesium which are a different chemistry than lithium ions and do not need protection circuity. They are supposedly much safer. Maybe someone else has more info.

 

[Stonefather]

that would be good to know...are this batteries in this kit not protected?..

 

[rolygate]

Make sure to get a 1-year warranty because this type of kit needs it.

 

[Tookiedoo]

I don't use a tube, but 3.2 boges and 2.0 DC smoketechs work great on my madvapes VV box. I can dial any carto anywhere on the wheel to get the best flavor with whatever juice I'm in the mood for.

 

[ScottinSoCal]

Problem is that at 5V they draw 3.3 amps which is beyond the limits of some VV devices such as the Lt or Provari.

Not anymore. ProVari V2 goes up to 3.5 amps.

 

[WillyB]

I just luv the title.

off brand

How much more 'off brand' than L-Rider can there be?

 

[DrOckW]

All indications are that the IMR batteries are as safe as a protected battery. No battery is 100% safe and smart usage is a big part of the battle. If your ecig is hot to the touch stop using it and put it down in a non-flamable area. If your batteries are swelling or the casing is blistered stop using that battery.

Use common sense and be safe.

 

[vanjo]

+1 with the 3ohm Boge works great on the LT

Does it have to be a single coil or double coil? and does the boge work with a tank? Thank you.

 

[Hottody]

Provari V2 is here and will allow LR carto usage in a more flexible formate!