Older Folks and Vaping

[Kat56]

Here is the cotton I used for the over-wick...it does look like the cotton wick in the link for .99 cents doesn't it?

 

[MikeE3]

Seriously - what kind of wire do yah use to wrap that coil? Can you do just ... say 4 turns of 32 gauge ... and be in the "safe" zone or do yah really have to get that meter to check it out? Just guessin at the "4" since that's what I think I saw on it!

Nichrome and Kanthal are your two choices - Kanthal is probably more popular. It's supposed to hold up better than nichrome. The number of wraps to get a 'given' Ω'ed coil will depend on the gauge/type of wire and the diameter of the wick you are wrapping it around.

If the factory coil only had 4 wraps it was likely a higher gauge (thinner) wire and probably nichrome. It will take some trial and error to know how many wraps to use on your DIY setup. I'd suggest an inexpensive ohm meter to check you coils before using them. (When using an ohm meter don't forget to subtract the resistance of the ohm meter itself from the final reading. Hold the two leads together and see what the meter says for Ωs, then read you new coil and subtract that value).

Here's a link with the Ω listed for various gauges of Kanthal and Nichrome.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/rebuildable-atomizer-systems/320042-resistance-wire-kanthal-nichrome.html

 

[MikeE3]

I see lots of people getting cotton. Instead of a quilting party, where can we get together and have a wicking party?

 

[jj2]

OH wow Kico........glad your puppy is ok and he didn't swallow it.

Yiddle, I'm fine.....I'm using my Vtube now again. Had sort of ignored it when I got the gripper. I also left the adapter on it, and had been using only my vivi nova on it, and occasionally a phx, but one time when I tilted the vivi, the whole thing wobbled. Before when that would happen, I was able to tighten it all down, but now the adapter won't tighten down in the gripper threads. So I was thinking maybe some kind of thick glue, or epoxy or something like that to just seal around under the adapter to hold it on the gripper. I don't think it would cause air flow problems, since the vivi would attach to the adapter and it has air holes at the top.

I had to get adapters to use with the Viva Nova and the T. Now the adapter stays on all the time.

I do have one mod where the connector is too big for some clearo, Viva's, or T. I was hoping the adapters would fit it but they didn't so I got one mod I can't even use. So if you come up with something to use to hold it in there I'd sure like to hear about it!

I'm thinking you could use something, but make sure it's only on the threads. I think if it got down on the bottom it might interrupt the flow of current from the battery to the carto Where's all those electrical genius guys when I need em?

Yep. I'm catching up!

 

[jj2]

I see lots of people getting cotton. Instead of a quilting party, where can we get together and have a wicking party?

Actually I'd love that!!

 

[Iffy]

...I gotta do some doctorin on my gripper.

When did you purchase it? It might still be under warranty.

If not, then I would insert a 'no-hole' 510 extension as snug as possible. Get some 5 minute epoxy and secure the extension base to the body.

 

[mattiem]

Oh great... now it's down to "my skein is larger than yours"...

I need to go digging through my yarn stash. Bet I could come up with enough cotton yarn to send 10 yard to each and everyone of our ECF members.

 

[Iffy]

Bet I could come up with enough cotton yarn...

Et tu, mattiem?

 

[kico166]

Nichrome and Kanthal are your two choices - Kanthal is probably more popular. It's supposed to hold up better than nichrome. The number of wraps to get a 'given' Ω'ed coil will depend on the gauge/type of wire and the diameter of the wick you are wrapping it around.

If the factory coil only had 4 wraps it was likely a higher gauge (thinner) wire and probably nichrome. It will take some trial and error to know how many wraps to use on your DIY setup. I'd suggest an inexpensive ohm meter to check you coils before using them. (When using an ohm meter don't forget to subtract the resistance of the ohm meter itself from the final reading. Hold the two leads together and see what the meter says for Ωs, then read you new coil and subtract that value).

Here's a link with the Ω listed for various gauges of Kanthal and Nichrome.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/rebuildable-atomizer-systems/320042-resistance-wire-kanthal-nichrome.html

Hey Thanks Mike! Greatly appreciated!

When did you purchase it? It might still be under warranty.

If not, then I would insert a 'no-hole' 510 extension as snug as possible. Get some 5 minute epoxy and secure the extension base to the body.

Yes, Deb - The calvary is arriving!

 

[kico166]

Dah! Meant to post this too: Have y'all heard of Vapor Joes Daily Deals?

Vapor Joes - Daily Vapor Deals

Here's a couple I think might apply here:

These are the XL model. They are longer than standard boge cartomizers. They have black, stainless steel, pre-punched stainless. All versions come in both Standard and Low Resistance. These are single coil.


At 4.99 this is the lowest price I have ever seen.


WHERE: vaporheads.net

THE DEAL:

1 box of Boge XL Cartomizers $4.99




18350 IMR 800mah Batteries $2.99Saturday, September 08, 2012 10:30 AM
SIZZLE: Stock up for your mods!

..its springvapor

Hope it helps someone! Have a good day!

 

[Debadoo]

When did you purchase it? It might still be under warranty.

If not, then I would insert a 'no-hole' 510 extension as snug as possible. Get some 5 minute epoxy and secure the extension base to the body.

I didn't exactly purchase it. I won a GC and got it with that. I paid 10.00 more than what I won and shipping, but it was still mostly free. Yeah, I can't see through this extension, so I'm guessing that means it's a sealed one. And am I correct in assuming that even if I cover the air holes on the gripper threads at the bottom of the extension, that it won't matter, cuz the top of the extension.....where I attach the juice holders....has it's own air holes????

I see lots of people getting cotton. Instead of a quilting party, where can we get together and have a wicking party?

Uhmmmm Central Texas would be a good place!!!! Temple, Belton, Killeen, ..... maybe Austin if we can't make those other places. hehehe

 

[MikeE3]

I forget who was looking for Radiator Pluid, but 310 vapors is showing the reduced nic strength (10mg instead of 20mg) in stock.

310Vapers.com | Radiator Pluid e-liquid by Mad Murdock | e-Cigarette, eGo, 3VO, cartomizers, atomizers, batteries

 

[Iffy]

And am I correct in assuming that even if I cover the air holes on the gripper threads at the bottom of the extension, that it won't matter, cuz the top of the extension.....where I attach the juice holders....has it's own air holes????

I would make the same assumption in that I have a Gripper with a solid extension with no issues.

As to a wicking party in central Texas, what's the door prize for traveling the furtherest (new Iffyism) to get dere? Thankfully time is not an issue...

Hey Mike, have ya seen the thread on the 500 SS mesh? Whatcha think? I'm still shopping fer some rea$onable mesh.

 

[Debadoo]

I would make the same assumption in that I have a Gripper with a solid extension with no issues.

As to a wicking party in central Texas, what's the door prize for traveling the furtherest (new Iffyism) to get dere? Thankfully time is not an issue...

Thanks hun! As to the door prize.......uhmm....well.....ya get to meet me!!!!! lmao! Ok...uhmmmm.....I'll cook too, that might make it worth it! With no car and no $ I'd be doin good to make it to Austin, I sure aint gettin any further than that. lol But austin is further south anyhow.

ok, I'm outta here now (nice iffyism) I have those words all the time. I tell folks I speak fluent gibberish, southern and Debaneese, still workin on my English. Luckily my son is pretty fluent in momaneese.

 

[jj2]

Deb I'd still check with the vendor!

 

[Muldemar]

Hello everyone..I have someone interested in an inexpensive starter kit..Would you plz give me your thoughts on this 1?
Than you

Riva E Cig Kit | Riva SLB Online | Riva Kit

 

[jj2]

Mul I have never owned a Riva but it's pretty much the eGo. I do have one of those and it would make a great starter!

 

[Kat56]

I likey it Mul! I think the 15% off coupon will work on that if you order during the coupon time. I can repost if ya need it.

Hmm...you might wanna send a message to find out if the coupon would work - they are usually quick to respond.

 

[Iffy]

Would you plz give me your thoughts on this 1?

Pounce on it; killa price! I've purchased at least a dozen Riva kits for my v-verts in da past with 100% satisfaction. I'd also recommend obtaining a few clearomizers of your choice. The carts that come with those kits suck, and in a bad way.

Good luck!

 

[Muldemar]

Pounce on it; killa price! I've purchased at least a dozen Riva kits for my v-verts in da past with 100% satisfaction. I'd also recommend obtaining a few clearomizers of your choice. The carts that come with those kits suck, and in a bad way.

Good luck!

Thank you Kat and JJ..I thought I heard good things about the riva..Must have been from you iffy