The BB - Updates and Information.

[sonabraham]

I've been thinking about getting a BB.
My only concern is using it a 6 volts with unprotected batteries.
What are you guys using for 6 volt batteries?

 

[Quick1]

I got 15266 3.0v protected li-ion (ultrafire?) CR2s from Madvapes. They're green.
He also has/had 15270 --- everything else is the same... They might be the same battery? also green. I think they tried to do something slightly different and they came out the same? You could email him with that specific question.

NOTE: Since they're fairly small capacity batteries they also have a fairly conservative max discharge rate which means that the cutoff current to trip the pcb is pretty tight. What does all that mean? I have to use atomizers/cartomizers with a resistance of 3.0 ohms or greater. 901 atomizers are right on the edge but usually over. KR808D cartomizers are about 50/50 and lately maybe a bit more are under than over. I have found cartomizers that are 3.1 - 3.4 ohms elsewhere.

These are the only protected, 3.0v, CR2 batteries I've found. If you find others please let me know. Nothing wrong with these but I suspect they may quit making them. Usually last me a good 3 to 4 hours. I rotate 3 pairs and have 3 more pairs in my stock drawer for when these give out -- no clue when that will happen. I recharge them maybe once a day or less so I might be set for 3 or 4 years

I suppose you could do HV atomizers but I guess I like a few more watts than most -- around 12 - 14 watts. and they charge a premium for hv attys.

 

[Princessdee]

I use these. Have used them for almost a year in a 6V box mod with no problems. I use 901 attys and 808 cartos.
Tenergy 4 Pack RCR123A 3V 900mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery with Smart Charger

 

[Joyimui]

I use these. Have used them for almost a year in a 6V box mod with no problems. I use 901 attys and 808 cartos.
Tenergy 4 Pack RCR123A 3V 900mAh Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery with Smart Charger

I don't think those fit in a BB

 

[keyzygirl]

I use 3.7 and a LR atty on my BB and it works great.

 

[Princessdee]

I don't think those fit in a BB

Sorry, you're right. I was thinking of an SB

 

[Quick1]

I don't think those fit in a BB

You are correct. RCR123a's will not fit in a BB. You need CR2's for a BB.
Those RCR123a's are what you want for your SB or Omega

 

[Koman]

You are correct. RCR123a's will not fit in a BB. You need CR2's for a BB.
Those RCR123a's are what you want for your SB or Omega

Ah, didn't know that. Thanks for info.

 

[Mr.Self_Destruct]

My silver vein BB should be here tomorrow! I'm so stoked! If usps holds up their end, I'll have a nice weekend with my BB and other assorted vaping goodies. lr cartos and 2 cr2 batts.

 

[Mr.Self_Destruct]

The usps did their thing and I now have in possession what is known or will be known as a SVB. It's really nice. I'm really impressed by the quality. hopefully there aren't crazy electronics behind the switch that will give me problems. Sorry I'm just hoping i didn't make a mistake by not getting a PV with a mechanical switch. The 6 month warranty definitely gives me that warm fuzzy feeling.
The silver vein finish is just so cool I love it seems like it's gonna be very durable.

 

[cddz]

The big misconception about the switches I use. They are mechanical. However, they are attached via solder and are sealed.

 

[Mr.Self_Destruct]

The big misconception about the switches I use. They are mechanical. However, they are attached via solder and are sealed.

Thank you for clearing that up. Now I know I made the right decision. To think I was actually considering an indulgence.

 

[PoliticallyIncorrect]

The big misconception about the switches I use. They are mechanical. However, they are attached via solder and are sealed.

Not to get all caught up in semantics, but doesn't that make them electro-mechanical?

 

[cddz]

Not to get all caught up in semantics, but doesn't that make them electro-mechanical?

Yes it does

 

[PoliticallyIncorrect]

That's something that's confused me whenever I see someone claiming their PV is 100% mechanical. I start looking for the flintlock.

 

[lotus14]

I've been using a BB since they first came out. They are far more reliable than the several 'mechanical' switch mods I've tried.

And no maintenance!

 

[hangin1]

I know this question has probably been asked several times and I have searched the forums and came up with a few answers but figured I would just come here and ask to get a definate answer. What I was wondering is I have a BB with a hot spring installed and was wondering which batteries can be used for 6 volt vaping and which 510 atomizers work the best for this particular setup? thanks in advance for any answers

 

[Mr.Self_Destruct]

I know this question has probably been asked several times and I have searched the forums and came up with a few answers but figured I would just come here and ask to get a definate answer. What I was wondering is I have a BB with a hot spring installed and was wondering which batteries can be used for 6 volt vaping and which 510 atomizers work the best for this particular setup? thanks in advance for any answers

protected CR2's do fit. I have not found anything that works well at 6v yet. I want to try some HV attys.

 

[Quick1]

If you're going with attys, try the 901s. They run just either side of 3.0 ohms. Under 3.0 ohms they are probably going to trip the protection circuit on those protected CR2s (so it's convenient if you have another PV -- like the SB or Omega to use those 901s measuring under 3.0 ohms. There's no problem with the larger protected CRC123As)

 

[Mr.Self_Destruct]

If you're going with attys, try the 901s. They run just either side of 3.0 ohms. Under 3.0 ohms they are probably going to trip the protection circuit on those protected CR2s (so it's convenient if you have another PV -- like the SB or Omega to use those 901s measuring under 3.0 ohms. There's no problem with the larger protected CRC123As)

901's are too hot @ 6V.