Question About Batteries.

[mountainbikermark]

I understand the "100 mah= approx 1 hour of vaping" but what constitutes the 1 hour?
Like my cellphone has a 3300 mah battery and if I don't use it the standby time (on but not being used) is about 2-3 days, depending on how lightly/heavily I use it. My battery drill motor will last about a week if not being used more than lightly but it usually lasts about an hour of actual usage because I use it for torque applications more than speed ones.
Are eGo batteries talking about standby time when using the approximate time or actual usage time?
When I smoke a cigarette,I take about 20 puffs I average, smoke one every couple of hours or so. When I vape I do about the same thing. Actual usage time is about 2 minutes, assuming a 4 second draw each time.
I guess I'm asking if I forget to turn the battery off will I be in for an unpleasant surprise after a day if it's the spare and not being used and I need to use it?
Thank you

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[Wingsfan0310]

What 100mah means is if your device is drawing 100 ma (1/10 of an amp) it will last for an hour of continuous use.

Cheers,
Steve

Ohm's Law: I (in amps - 1000ma =1 amp) = voltage / resistance (ohms)

 

[Grimwald]

The 100mAh=1 hour is kind of a guide. A lot will depend on your methods, usage, the resistance of your coils, and (in the case of VV batteries) your voltage settings.

On most standard batteries there is very little or no drainage while you are not using it. There are not any lights running or wi-fi connections etc. You only drain it when you push the button. I guess it will drain a tiny bit just sitting, but that would be minimal and would take months to discharge.

I typically get 4-5 hours out of a standard 650mAh ego battery with a low resistant 1.8ohm coil. I get closer to 6 hours using a 2.5ohm coil. I am a heavy vaper.

 

[3bet]

I've never heard that 100mah means an hour stuff. I have a 1300mah Vision Spinner and I promise it doesn't work for 13 hours of use. I can say that I've gone 3 days without charging it while continually using it and my other battery. So to answer your question, no you don't have to worry if you use it lightly and forget to charge it/replace it that day.

 

[suspectK]

Tell a mech/low-low resistance user that 100mAh=1hour, and they will laugh in your face.

Different batteries have different efficiencies at different discharge rates. Some batteries will work better than others at higher current draws than others. The problem with egos is that there are so many manufacturers that make them, so there is no constant variable to consider.

A boost regulated PV/Variable voltage mod I'd lowball at 30minutes/100mAh. There are different types of egos. There are some that aren't regulated with a boost/buck circuit that drop from 4.2-~3.3Volts, some are regulated at 3.3Volts, and some are regulated at 3.7Volts. There are a ton of different things in the vaping world, so there is no set variable to how much you'll get out of a mAh rating. What specific kind of battery((-y)+ies) are you using?

Oh and resistance of coils?

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

I understand the "100 mah= approx 1 hour of Vaping" but what constitutes the 1 hour?
Like my cellphone has a 3300 mah battery and if I don't use it the standby time (on but not being used) is about 2-3 days, depending on how lightly/heavily I use it. My battery drill motor will last about a week if not being used more than lightly but it usually lasts about an hour of actual usage because I use it for torque applications more than speed ones.
Are eGo batteries talking about standby time when using the approximate time or actual usage time?
When I smoke a cigarette,I take about 20 puffs I average, smoke one every couple of hours or so. When I vape I do about the same thing. Actual usage time is about 2 minutes, assuming a 4 second draw each time.
I guess I'm asking if I forget to turn the battery off will I be in for an unpleasant surprise after a day if it's the spare and not being used and I need to use it?
Thank you

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These numbers were formulated by Vets years ago before Mods, VV and APVs were commonly used. They are more so a guide when using a 3.3- 3.7 volt PV with a 2.0 ohms carto. I know of a few converts that can suck an 1100 mah 3.7 volt batt dry in a few hours using 1.8 ohms carto and chain vaping. On the flip side I know of converts that can vape the same battery for 2 days straight before recharging.

 

[r77r7r]

I have back-up egos that sit in a drawer for months and still have a charge.

 

[DaveOno]

I understand the "100 mah= approx 1 hour of Vaping" but what constitutes the 1 hour?
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Good question. It's like "how long does a scotch on the rocks last?"

I think it's more a basis for comparison. Like a car that gets 25mpg. You ain't getting that if you throw on a ski rack, or do 80mph. But it's going to be 25% better than a car rated for 20mpg. Your Mileage May Differ.

A Lithium Ion will lose roughly 5% of it's charge per month! The 5 click off/5 click on is more like a safety on a gun, so it doesn't accidentally fire in your pocket. But these batteries should still have charge after months!!!

A simple ego or twist doesn't consume any power till you hit the button (other than the slight monthly drain).

My 650mAh simple Halo Triton battery lasts me through a day of vaping, and that's about 4 to 6 ml of juice. Unless size is an issue, I wouldn't seek anything below a 650. It's nice to go out with one battery and know it'll last the day.

 

[Topwater Elvis]

mAh = milliamps hour = 1/1000th of an amp hour.
1000 mah = 1 ah.

If you use a 1.8 ohm resistance delivery device @ 3.7V the current requirement from the battery is 2.05 amps.
2.05 amps = 2050 mA
mAh / mA = battery life / run / on time.
1000 mAh / 2050 mA = .48 hours of continuous use.
Mash the button and hold it until the battery dies @ 3.7v powering 1.8 ohm delivery device and the battery will last +/- 28.8 minutes.

Of course actual run/on time would be less due to battery power requirements to run boost circuitry, chipset, protection circuitry, button light, voltage drop etc.

 

[RubyRuby]

Excellent! I just stumbled across this thread, and with ECF magic it answered a question I had not asked. So I CAN put an emergency backup setup in my car & leave it there - it will still have a charge when the dark day comes. Thanks!

 

[DaveOno]

In British Columbia in January, no fear. But heat is the biggest enemy of Lithium Ion rechargeables (and most batteries, regardless of type). I wouldn't leave mine in my car during the summer.

And I found out, Li-ion doesn't charge below freezing.

 

[RubyRuby]

In British Columbia in January, no fear. But heat is the biggest enemy of Lithium Ion rechargeables (and most batteries, regardless of type). I wouldn't leave mine in my car during the summer.

And I found out, Li-ion doesn't charge below freezing.

Thanks! I guess it stays in my purse then... and maybe one in the office.

 

[mountainbikermark]

The 100mAh=1 hour is kind of a guide. A lot will depend on your methods, usage, the resistance of your coils, and (in the case of VV batteries) your voltage settings.

On most standard batteries there is very little or no drainage while you are not using it.

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Thanks. That answered my question best.
Yes the "guide" is like the empg on an automobile, just a guide knowing ymmv.
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