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[goober]

Hello,

I am a newbie when it comes to custom mods. These mods all look so interesting and I want to learn how to make one. I was tempted to buy the vv box mod kit from madvapes but I didn't because I don't like the idea of turning a dial to change voltages.

I need a project to do. I want to make a mod that is variable voltage and can change voltages with buttons rather than dials. I also want to be able to see the current voltage settings on a LED screen. If anyone has a guide that shows step by step what I need to do and which parts I need to buy to get started on this neat project it'd be wonderful! (Links to the parts will my my life much much more easier)

I am about to go to our local hardwar shop to buy a dremel and some other tools. Please, if you can, give me a list of tools I will possibly need.

 

[Foxman]

First you need to decide which type. Box, Tube, How many and what type battery's you want to use. You'll need a soldering iron, Small needle nose pliers, Electrical wire, Lead free flux. I think it will need to be 20-26 Gauge wire.

 

[goober]

It will be a box mod.

 

[Foxman]

Wood-Plastic or metal?

 

[goober]

so here is what is on my order sheet so far:
new DC-DC IN 3-30V OUT 1.3V-18V converter Module board | eBay
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I still need help choosing the right soldering iron, some solder, Electrical wire, Lead free flux, and any other potential items I might need in the future. (I am currently building myself a little DIY workshop so anything that will make my workshop look "pro" will be good."

 

[goober]

Wood-Plastic or metal?

First I am going to try it on plastic but I will start making wooden mods shortly after I figure out how to configure a vvmod.

 

[Foxman]

Thats a great start for VV mod. It's what most guys are using. I'm making my first Mod also. I'm going with wood. Cedar as a matter of fact. Theres a thread in the battery mod section that you can read thats called L2596 VV mod. Read it from the beginning anmd you'll find out anything you need to know. Thats what I did, lol. My first will be a strait 3.7 18650 set up. Once I get that one behind me I'll venture into VV, lol.

 

[smp1990]

i realize you are new to some of this but once you get into vv modding check out mamu's post on dena. It seems advanced but her walkthroughs are very thorough and even a complete novice like my self can follow the instructions (after reading it about 20 times)

 

[DonG]

The madvapes vv is a good cheap way to get your feet wet get a good working mod and start understanding the electronics. I would start there so you have a good foundation to be able to get where you want to be.

 

[four2109]

Build a nicostick for your first mod to use while you build your VV.
Please read up on battery safety.
By a multimeter. Check your batteries often.

 

[BJ43]

Simple VV with meter, just put it in a box. About $20.

 

[BuzzKilla]

Simple VV with meter, just put it in a box. About $20.

I likey!

link for curiosity?

 

[BJ43]

I likey!

link for curiosity?

Voltmeter LED display LM2596 DC-DC step-down adjustable voltage regulator module | eBay

Looks like they sold out/

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/battery-mods/259577-just-lm2596-users.html
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/battery-mods/220307-vvbox-vvpassthru.html

 

[Karla Lyle]

I think we are going to attempt a DIY mod as well. Other than madvapes what other vendors sell a wide variety of DIY parts? I would like to start with something simple and eventually make my own VV bottomfeeder. Just would like a couple backup vendors if MV is out of stock on something. Thanks

 

[Quigsworth]

The only thing I get from MV any more are 510 connectors...

If you are going to make a VV BF a good place to get pre-made bottles/tubes is from the Reo site or Sweet Vapes (the Grip)
For the VV module, go with BJ's offering the LM2596 (MV's, it's a linear reg, not the best option) If you want something that takes up less space check out http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/modding-forum/191607-easy-okr-t-vv-mod.html ...Electronic Components Distributor | DigiKey Corp. | US Home Page is your friend

For nice wood boxes, check out http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...-forum/293326-wildman-wood-mods-part-2-a.html