Someone please correct me if Im wrong!!!!

[Harley0227]

Ok, after all my reading, am I correct to presume that with a variable wattage device, you can set the wattage you desire for your atty(or several in my case), and the device will automatically output the correct voltage for your given atty's Ohm rating? If thats the case, then it would seem that VW is a better option for those who want "set and forget" functionality. Whereas VV would mean you have to constantly adjust the voltage to the desired vape/taste. I really need an experts fact based opinion on this.

 

[ZeroOhms]

You got it!
But.. (you saw that coming, right?)
if the device detects the wrong resistance level, you can potentially fry your atty quickly. Some VWs are known to have this issue. You can take 5 different VW with exact same atty and get five different reading.

If VW works properly, you can't beat it for new users.

 

[ZeroOhms]

Just to give you an example, I have ProVari mini and iTaste VTR which are considered to be high end PV. When I first insert the atty, VTR would read it wrong most of time initially. After a few quick pulsing, it would come down to normal level. One time I forgot to do that and scary the crap out of me when I heard a loud boiling noise. I just stuck with VV mode since.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Ok, after all my reading, am I correct to presume that with a variable wattage device, you can set the wattage you desire for your atty(or several in my case), and the device will automatically output the correct voltage for your given atty's Ohm rating? If thats the case, then it would seem that VW is a better option for those who want "set and forget" functionality. Whereas VV would mean you have to constantly adjust the voltage to the desired vape/taste. I really need an experts fact based opinion on this.

Yes and WOWSER you catch on quick Realize most clearos/ cartos are not as advertised ohms wise. I've had some out by + or - 10 to 20%. Also some juices really come thru at diff voltage/ wattage.
You prolly own a DMM. Here's an excellent tutorial:

 

[edyle]

Just to give you an example, I have ProVari mini and iTaste VTR which are considered to be high end PV. When I first insert the atty, VTR would read it wrong most of time initially. After a few quick pulsing, it would come down to normal level. One time I forgot to do that and scary the crap out of me when I heard a loud boiling noise. I just stuck with VV mode since.

What? So there's a problem with the VTR then? The devices are not reading the resistance correctly?

 

[ZeroOhms]

What? So there's a problem with the VTR then? The devices are not reading the resistance correctly?

Yea. There are several thread talking about this issue on VTR. Doesn't bother me that much since I don't mind using the voltage mode.
To be fair, this is still pretty new and we can expect to see lot more growing pain before it gets better. Current method of using pins to connect between the atty and battery might not be stable enough. Without being a single continuous wire, I can appreciate the potential fluctuation in resistance current design.

 

[tearose50]

You did good Harley.

That is how it generally works.

I've found with the sometimes economy priced imported vv/vw or just vv devices, I must adjust to taste, as they tend to either run a bit over or under what I set them too. Plus, it varies a bit as the batteries wear down. I don't have that occur with Provari (VV only) or any of my Devices with Evolv VW tech (VW only) installed. And, even on these devices, I still adjust up or down a bit to taste with different flavors or even mood of the moment. lol

 

[ZeroOhms]

You did good Harley.

That is how it generally works.

I've found with the sometimes economy priced imported vv/vw or just vv devices, I must adjust to taste, as they tend to either run a bit over or under what I set them too. Plus, it varies a bit as the batteries wear down. I don't have that occur with Provari (VV only) or any of my Devices with Evolv VW tech (VW only) installed. And, even on these devices, I still adjust up or down a bit to taste with different flavors or even mood of the moment. lol

Definitely. PG/VG ratio and flavor types will burn differently. So, if changing juice, definitely adjust the VW.

 

[K_Tech]

I'll just say this (and it may go against the grain).

With a few exceptions, I have yet to run a topper on any device where I was NOT bumping voltage or power up and down at least a few times throughout the day to suit MY taste at that moment. As the day wears on, the juice level drops, the coil starts to get a little crudded up, that same 8 watts/3.9 volts isn't doing it justice any more.

At least for me. YMMV.

 

[Bill's Magic Vapor]

In theory, VW is more set and forget. In practice, you will be adjusting either VW or VV to suit your vape, and set and forget goes out the window. VW is only a different means to adjust the heat at the coil and is not actually superior to VV, and because virtually all China APV's have faulty Ohm's checkers to start with, or at least most of mine did, you can't totally rely on vw exclusively anyway. Also, better voltage regulation in the higher end mods will trump China VW every time in terms of a better vape.

That being said, I like the Sigelei V3/V5 as the best of the China APV's on the market, and the runner ups would include:

1. Vamo (great entry level mod, though quality control issues have been known to happen)
2. MVP V2 (box mod, long battery life)
3. SVD (telescoping)
4. iTaste 3.0 (stick battery)

Good luck in your VapeQuest. Power up and Vape On!

 

[Bill's Magic Vapor]

In theory, VW is more set and forget. In practice, you will be adjusting either VW or VV to suit your vape, and set and forget goes out the window. VW is only a different means to adjust the heat at the coil and is not actually superior to VV, and because virtually all China APV's have faulty Ohm's checkers to start with, or at least most of mine did, you can't totally rely on vw exclusively anyway. Also, better voltage regulation in the higher end mods will trump China VW every time in terms of a better vape.

That being said, I like the Sigelei V3/V5 as the best of the China APV's on the market, and the runner ups would include:

1. Vamo (great entry level mod, though quality control issues have been known to happen)
2. MVP V2 (box mod, long battery life)
3. SVD (telescoping)
4. iTaste 3.0 (stick battery)

Good luck in your VapeQuest. Power up and Vape On!

 

[DustyZ]

In theory, VW is more set and forget. In practice, you will be adjusting either VW or VV to suit your vape, and set and forget goes out the window. VW is only a different means to adjust the heat at the coil and is not actually superior to VV, and because virtually all China APV's have faulty Ohm's checkers to start with, or at least most of mine did, you can't totally rely on vw exclusively anyway. Also, better voltage regulation in the higher end mods will trump China VW every time in terms of a better vape.

That being said, I like the Sigelei V3/V5 as the best of the China APV's on the market, and the runner ups would include:

1. Vamo (great entry level mod, though quality control issues have been known to happen)
2. MVP V2 (box mod, long battery life)
3. SVD (telescoping)
4. iTaste 3.0 (stick battery)

Good luck in your VapeQuest. Power up and Vape On!

That's not entirely the case for everyone, I have my VTR set at 8 watts that I have yet had to change that setting for any of the atty's I attach to it or the juice differences, I am perfectly satisfied with that setting, this is for me personally however, and my VTR reads the coil resistance pretty well.

 

[Harley0227]

Wow, thanks for all the responses guys!! The only thing Ive noticed is when I change juices between the three main ones I use, i have to bump down or up around 1 watt to adjust for taste. Yes, I have noticed the heads are not exactly what they say either, I always ohm check before I fire it when I put a new head.

 

[StevenServo]

that would be correct sir...

 

[Harley0227]

Yes and WOWSER you catch on quick Realize most clearos/ cartos are not as advertised ohms wise. I've had some out by + or - 10 to 20%. Also some juices really come thru at diff voltage/ wattage.
You prolly own a DMM. Here's an excellent tutorial:

Thanks!!! Im pretty electronically inclined since I do automotive work and Im also a CNC machinist and programmer....that said...I have noticed about the different juices needing adjustments . I tend to dive in head first and ask questions later...I picked that habit up during two tours overseas lol. Shoot first, ask later.

 

[edyle]

Thanks!!! Im pretty electronically inclined since I do automotive work and Im also a CNC machinist and programmer....that said...I have noticed about the different juices needing adjustments . I tend to dive in head first and ask questions later...I picked that habit up during two tours overseas lol. Shoot first, ask later.

In that case you might want to check out the Rebuidables subforum

 

[Harley0227]

In that case you might want to check out the Rebuidables subforum

Im gonna check it out now!!