Hello all! I just ordered an Orchid V4 from fasttech because I wanted to see what all the hype was about (from what I have read on here) and I had a question. I have to Vamo V5's and want to know if I can use them to power my new Orchid? Any info, tips and tricks will be welcome as I have no idea what I am doing yet! LOL
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I believe you will Not enjoy using the Orchid on a Vamo. The Orchid works well with 28ga. or thicker wire and coiled under 1 ohm.
I have mine running at .5 dual coiled on a Mechanical mod.
You will just have to experiment. The Vamo v7 - v8 models would deliver more power and might do a better job. Obviously any of the 50 watt Plus mods would do.
Good Luck
I have mine running at .5 dual coiled on a Mechanical mod.
You will just have to experiment. The Vamo v7 - v8 models would deliver more power and might do a better job. Obviously any of the 50 watt Plus mods would do.
Good Luck
What type of mechanical mod would you suggest? One point to remember, I have limited funds. I have seen a few online that others have used but none of those were adjustable.
Check out Angelcigs for decent pricing. Stingray X with a quality battery would do very well.
I Purchase most of my Mods through Fasttech. Shipping takes a few weeks but the Gear I purchase works well and the pricing is very good.
Just received a unbranded 18350 Mod(GP style) and with an Efest Purple 18350, it runs the orchid nicely. NOT an All day application!
I Purchase most of my Mods through Fasttech. Shipping takes a few weeks but the Gear I purchase works well and the pricing is very good.
Just received a unbranded 18350 Mod(GP style) and with an Efest Purple 18350, it runs the orchid nicely. NOT an All day application!
the stingray x clones are affordable but my favorite mech in my collection is my all copper pegasus.
that or a copper penny clone are solid, reliable, hard hitting mechs.
originvapes has some good prices on both if you want to go the clone route
that or a copper penny clone are solid, reliable, hard hitting mechs.
originvapes has some good prices on both if you want to go the clone route
The Vamo and Orchid was precisely the reason I bought my first mech.
It is nearly impossible to build an Orchid to satisfy the 1.2 ohm required coil for the Vamo.
But, you have time to find a mech. cause fasttech aint really fast. I ordered some stuff from them on October 13th and it still isn't here, I have to go back and look at my order to remember what it was...
The guy at the B&M that put the first build in it for me, spent 45 minutes building coil after coil to get a build that would satisfy the Vamo, I never succeded.
Hate to be an advocate here but i have an orchid v3 on a V5. I was advised to double stack 18350's by a few on here and in my local b&m and it works brilliantly.
Have the orchid built with 30 gauge kanthal at 1.5ohms and works a treat!! I have however ordered a mech mod to run swell, but I'm certain you will enjoy it on the vamo
Tom
Have the orchid built with 30 gauge kanthal at 1.5ohms and works a treat!! I have however ordered a mech mod to run swell, but I'm certain you will enjoy it on the vamo
Tom
I have a tip for the v4. After you fill it and have it put back together blow through the drip tip into a napkin. Then vape it immediately and blow the vapor back through the drip tip out the holes. This presurizes the tank and keeps it from leaking. Works 100% of the time for me and vape like a beast!!
I think, if you stay over .5 ohms, you can still fire the Vamo. I just got the Tobeco clone of the Orchid v4, you're gonna LOVE it! If you want something that is more local, and very modest pricing to go along with stellar service. Check this site out.
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Thanks for all of the tips and tricks! One thing that I don't understand is how do mods like the Stingray work better than the Vamo? I can't adjust the Stingray so I don't understand how it works better.
Strait power from the battery.until the power drop off the battery,then gets weaker.
If you build a duel coil of 32 gauge @ 1.5-1.6 it will work fine on your Vamo. I got mine rockin' on my MVP2 and works well.
I just picked up a V4 at my local B&M today, and built it to 1.3Ω using 30ga, dual coil. It took a few tries to get the coils situated properly and the thing tightened up enough to not leak, but it's been working great on my iStick. Ran it up as high as 19 watts with no dry hits, but that was too hot for me, about 14 watts is my sweet spot.
Simple
Vamo 15 Watts - Stacked 18350 only - Trust me, that is the only real way
Latest Vamo v7 - 30 watts, MAYBE
Sting Ray with the right Build - 80+ Watts................
I like mine around 38 watts with an Orchid RTA
Vamo 15 Watts - Stacked 18350 only - Trust me, that is the only real way
Latest Vamo v7 - 30 watts, MAYBE
Sting Ray with the right Build - 80+ Watts................
I like mine around 38 watts with an Orchid RTA
Thanks for the info good people! I think I will shop around for a decent (and cheap) mech but I will try your tips and tricks on my Vamo first!
Your post saying "I don't understand is how do mods like the Stingray work better than the Vamo?" Has me a little worried since it's obvious your not familiar with ohms law. I highly recommend that you start researching ohms law and battery safety before diving right into mechanical mods. On your Vamo you can easily change your voltage/wattage with the press of a button where as with a mechanical your building your coil to a certain resistance to achieve the power your want. Owning a multimeter or ohm reader is an absolute must so if you don't own one get yourself one. I'm not trying to harp on you I'm just trying to look out for your safety. Using mechanical mods is a whole different ball game with lots of variables.
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Thanks for the advice. I have an ohm meter and I am reading up on all of this before I do my first build. I don't want to blow anything up!
The main thing to worry about is using an online voltage calculator to calculate the current based on your battery's max voltage and resistance, and make sure it does not to exceed your battery's limit. Once you get the hang of that, you're golden and can build and rebuild until you get the vape you want.
I have a Sigelei V5 and have to say it's really limited. Good for Protank Mini but that's about it LOL.
Something about mechs, I love em. And something about brass, I love it.
I have a Sigelei V5 and have to say it's really limited. Good for Protank Mini but that's about it LOL.
Something about mechs, I love em. And something about brass, I love it.
I run my Orchids on my Vamo with no problems. Of course, I use it as a single coil. Twisted 32, on a 2mm mandrel, 12 turns. Works fine, and twisted 32 stands up to multiple rewickings.
Now that I figured out how to build the Orchid, I put it on an authentic stingray and it's awesome.
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