Smok Tech mini RDA fried my eGo battery

[Cloudd]

I tried my new rda (just arrived today) and after a few hits my batteries stopped working, starts flashing after I press it with the atty on. So I opened the whole this since it's probably fried, yep, the chip has a bulge on it.

Anyone with this experience?

And what batteries should I use for a RDA? Mech mod?

 

[cocacola31173]

What ohms did you build it at...Egos don't go well with low ohms.

If you want to go sub ohm you have to probably get a mech mod or the new Aspire battery that just came out.

Either way be sure to educate yourself before you dive into the world of subohm...it can be dangerous if you don't know what you are doing.

 

[Susan~S]

If you are going to be building there are several things you need to know/do.

1. Measure your build with an ohm reader or DMM BEFORE putting it on a mod (or ego battery) and firing it.
2. Know the amp rating of your battery and how many amps your build is pulling before putting your mod and firing it.

I highly recommend you spend some time with Baditude (one of our resident battery experts) and visit his blogs. Make sure you purchase an ohm reader and a voltmeter or DMM so you can measure your builds, check for shorts and measure the remaining charge on your batteries.

Baditudes Blogs. The blogs regarding mods and rebuildables are listed below:

BATTERIES

9. Battery Basics for Mods: IMR or Protected ICR?
* Another essential read to understand which batteries are safe to use in mechanical and regulated mods. Includes a frequently updated list of recommended safe-chemistry, high-drain batteries with their specifications.

17. Purple Efest Batteries Not As Advertised
* A cautionary blog that reveals that the purple Efest batteries may not have the specifications advertised. Also includes a commentary on "continuous discharge ratings" vs "pulse discharge ratings" of battery specs.

OHM'S LAW

14. Ohm's Law for Dummies (Vapers)
* My attempt at explaining Ohm's Law in layman terms and how it relates to vaping.

16. Explain it to the Dumb Noob: Ohm's Law Calculations
* As simple as it is to use, some people have a tough time grasping the concept. Warning: Includes graphic photos of mod explosions.

MECHANICAL MODS & REBUILDABLES

7. Information Resources for Your First RBA
* An essential read and reference guide for someone new to rebuilding coils. Includes a multitude of useful links on battery safety, mod safety, coil meters, coil building, and the differences in the three types of RBA's.

15. Inexpensive Mechanical Mod and RDA Setup
* A response to the frequently asked question on how to get into rebuildable atomizers with a mechanical mod inexpensively. Includes a list of commonly used tools and supplies for rebuilding and where to find them.

BATTERIES - WHERE TO BUY

Only buy batteries from a reputable supplier (not ebay or Amazon) as there are many counterfeit batteries being sold. Here are several reputable battery suppliers in the US.

* RTD Vapor
* Illumination Supply
* Lighthound
* Orbtronics

 

[Cloudd]

The pre built comes with a 1.8 but, I'm on 1.8 for quite a while. I think it's probably the killing blow lol. Final hit. I understand Ohm's law, but I don't understand how ICs work. The plastic top of the integrated circuit in the eGo burnt off.