question about batteries...

[stara03]

I got my first mod that doesn’t have an internal battery in it (kangertech subox mini). It takes two 18650 batteries. My question is, can I get any 18650 batteries? There are so many to choose from and such a range in prices. Thanks in advance!!!

 

[Baditude]

Sound advice:

• Stick with authentic brand name batteries made by Lg, Samsung, or Sony (Murata). Purchase them online from trusted, reputable battery suppliers to avoid counterfeits. Battery Basics for Mods: The Definative Battery Guide for Vaping

North America
www.liionwholesale.com
www.imrbatteries.com
www.illumn.com
www.rtdvapor.com
www.batterybro.com
www.orbtronic.com
UK
myepack.co.uk
www.batteriesplus.co.uk
www.fogstar.co.uk
www.nkon.nl
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• Avoid "rewrap" or Chinese brands like AWT, Efest, Imren, MXJO, etc. Are You Using a Rewrap (Rebranded or Aftermarket) Battery?
• Choose your batteries by their (1) amp rating, (2) mAh rating and (3) the wattage setting that you will be using on your regulated mod. Amp rating determines the current handling ability; mAh rating is an approximation of how long the battery will last per charge (more is better). You don't need 30 amp batteries if you don't vape over 40 watts; something with just 15 - 20 amps and more mAh will suffice and last longer per charge.
• Good batteries deserve a good battery charger. Brands like Xtar, Nitecore, and Efest LUC are reliable and recommended. Guide to Choosing a Li-ion Battery Charger. USB charging should be reserved for emergency situations; using an external Li-ion charger is highly recommended. Charge your batteries on a flame resistant surface.
• Keep plastic insulator wrap and top insulator rings in pristine condition. If you get a tear or hole, either rewrap it or replace the entire battery.
• Batteries are the most important part of your gear. This is one area not to skimp by trying to save money with Chinese brand or non-authentic brand name batteries.
• Have spare charged batteries available. Don't carry spares loosely in a pocket or purse; transport them in plastic battery cases to avoid contact with change or keys, which could short the batteries and cause them to explode or flame.
• When using a dual battery mod, "marry" your batteries in pairs so they age together equally. They should be the same brand and model and same age.

WATTAGE PER SINGLE BATTERY on REGULATED MOD:
(Total wattage doubles using 2 batteries; Triples using 3 batteries.)

Up to 45W:

Samsung 18650 30Q, 3000 mah 15 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC6 3000mAh 15 amp CDR

Up to 60W:

LG 18650HG2 3000mah 20 amp CDR

LG 18650HE4 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Samsung 18650-25R, 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Sanyo UR18650NSX, 2500 mah 20 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC5, 2600 mah 20 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC4, 2100 mah 23 amp CDR

Up to 75W:

LG 18650 HD4 2100 mah 25 amp CDR

LG 18650 HD2 2000 mah 25 amp CDR

Samsung 18650-24S, 2500 mah 25 amp CDR

Sony 18650VTC5A, 2500 mah 25 amp CDR

Up to 90W:

LG18650HB6 1500mah 30 amp CDR

LG18650HB2 1500mAh 30 amp CDR

LG18650HB4 1500mAh 30 amp CDR

Samsung 18650-20S 2000mah 30 amp CDR

-If you use a good quality 15 amp CDR battery like the Samsung 30Q or Sony VTC6, then you are good up to 45 watts per battery; 90 watts using two; 135 watts for three batteries.

-If you use a good quality 20 amp CDR battery like the LG HG2 or Samsung 25R then you are good for 60 watts per battery. If using a 2-battery regulated mod, you're good for 120 watts as you have two batteries. If you are using a 3-battery mod, you're good for 180.

-If you use a single 25 amp CDR battery like the Sony VTC5A, then you are good for 75 watts per battery, 150 watts for two batteries, and 225 watts with three.

-If you use a single 30 amp CDR battery like the LG HB6 you are good up to 90 watts; with a pair of 30 amp CDR batteries you could safely do 180 watts.

That covers the basics. Would you like to learn more?

 

[Shawn Hoefer]

The subox mini takes a single cell, not two. It only goes up to 50 watts, so a 20Amp cell like the Samsung 25R will be more than adequate.

 

[Baditude]

The subox mini takes a single cell, not two. It only goes up to 50 watts, so a 20Amp cell like the Samsung 25R will be more than adequate.

Agreed. And if he vapes under 35 watts, he could use a 15A Samsung 30Q or Sony VTC6 to take advantage of 500 more mAh. It's always good to have a little margin of safety by not pushing a battery past its limit (why I said 35 watts instead of 45 watts).