What mech mods will I be able to use with the Atantis tank V1?

[Scantenello]

I seen a lot of people with the Atlantis on mech mods but is it safe? I know that using hybrid mods such as the SMPL wouldn't be safe with the Atlantis but why?

Also, what 18650 mech mods are the shortest in length and with a simple design?

EDIT: Thank you for your responses and tips everyone!

 

[roxynoodle]

The problem with the hybrids is that the 510 pin of the Atlantis gets pushed up, and then the battery touches the hybrid connector/hybrid top. It creates a hard short which can lead to thermal runaway and explosions.

A mech with a top cap with a 510 pin is the way to go.

Short mods in 18650: Stingray X and other Stingrays. Some others aren't much taller like the Paragon or GP Paps.

 

[Susan~S]

I seen a lot of people with the Atlantis on mech mods but is it safe?

Yes, but it depends on the battery you are using. You are going to want a safe-chemistry, high-drain battery with a high CDR. A 0.5Ω coil will pull 8.4A on a fully charged battery (4.2v). That's without headroom. And since I try to never exceed 50% of the CDR of a battery I would want a +17A battery when using a 0.5Ω build. Since 10A, 20A & 30A are the most common I would use a 20A or 30A battery in this case.

The reason that I place a 50% limit is because as a battery ages the mAh of the battery degrades, as the mAh degrades ... so does the batteries c rating. (amp limit) So down the road, a 20A battery may only be a 10A battery.

If you are new to mech mods and/or rebuildables I highly recommend you spend some time with @Baditude (one of our resident battery/safety experts) and visit his blogs. You are now 100% in control of your own safety (and others around you). 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.

Baditude's Blog - Table of Contents: The blogs that address battery safety, Ohm's Law, CDR (continuous discharge rating/Amps) and how they all work together are detailed below:

BATTERIES

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.

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

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

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.

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

I know that using hybrid mods such as the SMPL wouldn't be safe with the Atlantis but why?

Too much chance of hard shorting/venting the battery. Here's a video for you: Hybrid Top Caps & Battery Failure

 

[ElevenEleven]

I can recommend a Stingray X as I've personally used it with the Atlantis. The beauty of the Atlantis (.5 ohm) on a mech is that it hits right at the optimal wattage for it.

 

[WharfRat1976]

I only put my tanks on regulated devices. Putting a tank on a mech is like putting a Hemi in a Volkswagen. Do you really want to be that guy?

 

[itskohler]

I only put my tanks on regulated devices. Putting a tank on a mech is like putting a Hemi in a Volkswagen. Do you really want to be that guy?

What's wrong with a Hemi in a VW? If it works and suits your fancy...do it!

 

[dmwalker24]

I can't let an opportunity slip by to recomend the nemesis. Maybe not as short as a stingray but not huge either, and if you get a quality version it's just a slick piece of engineering. Because of the way the adjustable 510 and the button work, everything sits flush and every battery fits perfectly. I've owned quite a few mechs and the Nemesis is the only one I have no real complaints about.

As for putting tanks on a mech... My Subtank mini with a 0.6 - 0.7 build on the Nemesis and a Sony VTC5, chucks clouds and hits like a truck.

 

[Completely Average]

I only put my tanks on regulated devices. Putting a tank on a mech is like putting a Hemi in a Volkswagen. Do you really want to be that guy?

As opposed to what? The kind of guy that would drive a Dodge?

 

[roxynoodle]

I mostly use RTAs and run quite a few on mechs. If you build for a mech, the vape is awesome.

 

[retic1959]

I rarely use a regulated device , I prefer my RTA's on mechs , big fan of the Stingray X here . As long as you don't get tempted to push your luck and use the hybrid adapter with your Atlantis , the Stingray X will work just fine .

 

[Shawn Hoefer]

Oh, c'mon. Get a Staff of Agamemnon or a Kryptonite.