Storing Full Carto's

[MaileSmyth]

So, if I fill 4-5 cartos with 4-5 different flavors, is it better to cap both ends, or can I leave the caps off?

I switch flavors often, so it's rare for any carto to go even a day without being used once or twice. I just find it a pain to constantly try to pull the tight caps off every time I want to switch flavors.

I'm trying to make a case, and I need to know so that I can properly size the elastic to hold the cartos. With caps will need a slightly bigger loop to put them thru.

 

[VpnDrgn]

If you are going to put them in a case, I wouldn't think the silicone caps would be necessary.
I generally just throw them in my pocket so I use the caps, but I cut them down so that they
are just long enough to stay on.

 

[Bozzlite]

A full carto could possibly leak a couple drops from the connector end. I would play it safe and use the caps at least until you have vaped it down enough so that you know it isn't leaking for sure.

 

[cyberwolf]

It's probably not that necessary to put the caps on and keep them in a case, but I always use the caps for two main reasons. One, I know which cartos have been used by whether the caps have been removed or not and two, it reduces the smell that a bunch of open carts can give off. Vpndrgn's idea of cutting the carto covers down is a good one and makes them much easier to remove/replace.

 

[MaileSmyth]

Thanks all. I think I'll try the cut cap idea on my next refills. Using cut caps will keep the center area free, so all elastic can be sewn the same if I finish the case - that way batteries, cartos, etc will all fit in all slots (it's a 510, so everything is roughly identical in diameter).

Plus it will prevent the annoyance of trying to rip two full size caps off when they don't want to budge. When I want to vape my coffee, I want it NOW, and not 30-45 seconds later once the rubber caps are finally off.

 

[dormouse]

If you search Ebay for plastic 4-AA case you will fine some cheap little clear plastic cases that should fit standard size cartos. They don't seal well though (usually the edges of top and bottom just meet together). Sort by lowest price then pick the Buy it Now tab to find good prices.

Re leaving the covers off - sometimes they leak a bit especially if you overfill or have them vertical or are in a hot area (which loosens the juice). And if left uncovered a long time they can get a bit stale and drier.

 

[joc3721]

Does the juice evaporate and/or lose flavor when stored in a carto? Does'nt seem like an ideal storage spot.

 

[MiXoLoGiSt]

I always use the caps. I think it helps keep the juice fresh as well as prevents any leakage.

 

[scurry64]

Does the juice evaporate and/or lose flavor when stored in a carto? Does'nt seem like an ideal storage spot.

I don't think there would be any evaporation because most suppliers ship filled cartos. I haven't opened a "new" carto and found any deterioration in quality or quantity. I am very new to this though and I don't have the wealth of experience that most forum members have.

 

[MaileSmyth]

I don't think there would be any evaporation because most suppliers ship filled cartos. I haven't opened a "new" carto and found any deterioration in quality or quantity. I am very new to this though and I don't have the wealth of experience that most forum members have.

From what I call, prefilled are shipped both capped, and in sealed plastic. I doubt there would be much evap. I'm filling my own, so there may be.

I think I'll test the evaporation rate of juice today, and see what happens.