Questions re Vision eGo Stardust Clearomizers

[jerry503]

Thank gawd I can only post in the new members forum, since I'd be even more embarrassed to display my ignorance of voltages, mAhs, resistances, and the like elsewhere on this site!

I'm using ego-C 650 mAh batteries (3.3V according to the user manual), and about to place an order for some Stardusts from GotVapes.com. I already have 3 of them that I've been using for a couple of weeks now -- they're working fine but I'm not clear about how long they'll last, or even how I'll know when they need to be replaced (I'll save that for another post), but figured they'll die eventually and I should have replacements on hand.

I'm noticing that there's two versions available from GotVapes: 2.5-2.8 ohm and 2.1-2.4 ohm. Either there weren't two options when I placed my original order, or I simply didn't notice. In any case, the ones I have now are 2.5-2.8 ohm.

Is this distinction related to the mysterious (to me) concept of low resistance vs. standard resistance? If so, I'm guessing 2.1-2.4 ohm would be low resistance?

Are both versions compatible with my 3.3V 650 mAh batteries? If so, what's the difference(s) between them?

Thanks for any enlightenment you can offer!

Jerry

 

[Iusedtoanalog]

Hi Jerry. The resistance in Question will work on your eGo either way. The question you should pose to yourself is do I enjoy the experience these cartomizers are giving me or would I enjoy a warmer hit that the lower resistance units would give me? keeping in mind the lower resistance will drain the battery faster than the higher resistance units do. In addition to that normally sweeter flavors do better with the higher resistance but either option on your eGo would perform well. The lower resistance will allow more vaporization of fluid and faster.

 

[BuGlen]

Yes, the 2.1-2.4ohm version is considered low resistance, and I've been using them on my 3.3v Joyetech eGo-C batteries for over a month now and they've been working great. If you're using the standard resistance now, you'll notice warmer vapor and better throat hit from the LR version. Both should work fine on your batteries.

Hope this helps, and welcome to ECF!

 

[jerry503]

Thanks to both of you for quick responses. I haven't figured out warm vs. cool hits yet, but I like the idea of more vapor production. Since it sounds like both low and standard resistance will work with my battery I'll try the low this time. And try it with juices I'm already familiar with so I've got a base for comparison.

Thanks again for your help!

 

[PittBoss]

Most definitely a LR Stardust!

 

[h4ilthethief]

I don't want to start my own thread seeing as this was on the first page, but I just ordered 2 stardusts from ivape with 3 ohms. My question is, will I have to replace the cartos in those or are they just disposable seeing as how they are $4?

 

[kellie]

I love the Stardust. They are very easy to clean. Even I can clean these. I do prefer the higher ones tho I use a Buzz. You should check out the Phoenix from Got Vapes also. They are excellent. You should check out the thread It is very helpful at least for me lol [h=3]GotVapes for Dummies[/h]

 

[MrsCasey]

I don't want to start my own thread seeing as this was on the first page, but I just ordered 2 stardusts from ivape with 3 ohms. My question is, will I have to replace the cartos in those or are they just disposable seeing as how they are $4?

If you want to do the work they can be cleaned and maintained, just check out YouTube and search Stardust Cartomizers and you will find quite a few videos on cleaning/maintaining your Stardusts.

 

[NornSaber]

Thank gawd I can only post in the new members forum, since I'd be even more embarrassed to display my ignorance of voltages, mAhs, resistances, and the like elsewhere on this site!

I'm using ego-C 650 mAh batteries (3.3V according to the user manual), and about to place an order for some Stardusts from GotVapes.com. I already have 3 of them that I've been using for a couple of weeks now -- they're working fine but I'm not clear about how long they'll last, or even how I'll know when they need to be replaced (I'll save that for another post), but figured they'll die eventually and I should have replacements on hand.

I'm noticing that there's two versions available from GotVapes: 2.5-2.8 ohm and 2.1-2.4 ohm. Either there weren't two options when I placed my original order, or I simply didn't notice. In any case, the ones I have now are 2.5-2.8 ohm.

Is this distinction related to the mysterious (to me) concept of low resistance vs. standard resistance? If so, I'm guessing 2.1-2.4 ohm would be low resistance?

Are both versions compatible with my 3.3V 650 mAh batteries? If so, what's the difference(s) between them?

Thanks for any enlightenment you can offer!

Jerry

if stable under load at 3.3v regulated:

2.1 ohms = 5.19 watts 1.57 amps
2.2 ohms = 4.95 watts 1.50 amps
2.3 ohms = 4.73 watts 1.43 amps
2.4 ohms = 4.54 watts 1.38 amps
2.5 ohms = 4.36 watts 1.32 amps
2.6 ohms = 4.19 watts 1.27 amps
2.7 ohms = 4.03 watts 1.22 amps
2.8 ohms = 3.89 watts 1.18 amps

higher amps = shorter battery run-time before needing to recharge.
higher watts = more vapor, more throat-hit (guzzle e-liquid faster )

 

[jerry503]

Thanks NornSaber, I'm gonna try out the LRs and see if the vapor/throat hit advantage seems worth the downsides.

 

[Pleidius]

Just my two cents: All of the Stardust cartos are compatible with the eGo battery. As noted before lower ohms means more amps. More amps means more heat and more vapor. With an eGo adapter (sold by many vendors) the Stadust can be fitted to almost anything. Personally, I would not recommend the Stardust at voltages over 3.6 to 3.7 Volts. While some vapers prefer the very warm, almost Hot vapor, the wicks on the Stardust cannot keep up, resulting in dry/burnt hits. using a lava tube I worked my way slowly up to 3.7 volts with no problems, At 3.8 volts I began to see burnt/dry hits.

 

[BobbyV]

Has anyone experienced tank cracking with the Stardust? I've ordered 5 units and had cracks develop in all but one. The cracks originate at the bottom where the tank is pressed onto the metal threaded band. The hairline cracks don't leak juice but you can see air bubbles form when drawing. I'm using the Stardust with ego 650 and kgo 1100 batteries. I vape only 80/20 tobacco flavored juice - no fruit blends.

 

[Boxster]

Has anyone experienced tank cracking with the Stardust? I've ordered 5 units and had cracks develop in all but one. The cracks originate at the bottom where the tank is pressed onto the metal threaded band. The hairline cracks don't leak juice but you can see air bubbles form when drawing. I'm using the Stardust with ego 650 and kgo 1100 batteries. I vape only 80/20 tobacco flavored juice - no fruit blends.

It could be caused by the metal expanding when it gets warm, making stress fractures in the plastic.

 

[Koman]

Has anyone experienced tank cracking with the Stardust? I've ordered 5 units and had cracks develop in all but one. The cracks originate at the bottom where the tank is pressed onto the metal threaded band. The hairline cracks don't leak juice but you can see air bubbles form when drawing. I'm using the Stardust with ego 650 and kgo 1100 batteries. I vape only 80/20 tobacco flavored juice - no fruit blends.

No, never happened with mine!