This is what I did. I picked up a Solar USB charger and keep a couple ego batteries around that can charge from it.
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This is what I did. I picked up a Solar USB charger and keep a couple ego batteries around that can charge from it.
A surge protector is better than nothing, but, it's just a matter of time before something is going to create a low spike and the surge protector will not protect in a low sine spike. Also the joule rating of the surge protector comes into play, just having something that says it's a surge protector isn't the save all, the higher the rating the more protection.
I'm an electrician with EPRI certification for Instrumentation and Control systems, I've seen many a circuit board ruined from spikes and dirty power.
Just trying to save someone the headache of not having a battery available and then the money to replace one.
"What do you do if you lose electrical power?"
Answer: Run around in the dark hitting my shins on things and swearing while yelling at the kids "There IS no boogeyman!" and enduring the husband's mutters of "This is why I TOLD you to keep the flashlights in one drawer and always in the same place" garbage into the dark...
Oh, what do I do about my vape? I am actually (on a more serious note) glad for this thread as I had not considered the possibility as relates to ecigs...so thanks for the info, everyone!
Answer: Run around in the dark hitting my shins on things and swearing while yelling at the kids "There IS no boogeyman!" and enduring the husband's mutters of "This is why I TOLD you to keep the flashlights in one drawer and always in the same place" garbage into the dark...
Oh, what do I do about my vape? I am actually (on a more serious note) glad for this thread as I had not considered the possibility as relates to ecigs...so thanks for the info, everyone!
I still need to get a car adapter for my charger, just because, but living in tornado alley myself, I have a 10kw welder/generator that I fire up when the power goes out!
If you go to the Candle Power forums market place, you can do a search for "Cotton Picker", he makes solar chargers just for Li-Ion batteries. It's a fold out panel with magnets on the charge wires just for this application. Really a neat set up, but you have to have sunlight, and a lot of time for them to work!
If you go to the Candle Power forums market place, you can do a search for "Cotton Picker", he makes solar chargers just for Li-Ion batteries. It's a fold out panel with magnets on the charge wires just for this application. Really a neat set up, but you have to have sunlight, and a lot of time for them to work!
I was angstless when I smoked analogs..till I got bronchitis..then I was angstless when I got my first Volt ecigs...then the post office played ping pong with my replacement cartridges..which took me back to 'doe a deer'...no..wait...smoking the horrid analogs!!!!!!
Have spare batteries charged.
If you're using an eGo, eVic, Innokin or other PV that charges off USB, you can use your notebook computer or better yet, make sure you have a USB adapter for your car cigarette lighter outlet.
If you're using rechargeable batteries, have a charger that can operate off 12VDC from your vehicle, boat, or RV.
If you're using an eGo, eVic, Innokin or other PV that charges off USB, you can use your notebook computer or better yet, make sure you have a USB adapter for your car cigarette lighter outlet.
If you're using rechargeable batteries, have a charger that can operate off 12VDC from your vehicle, boat, or RV.
Yep.... Spend some time in my car listening to some tunes, charging my mega big battery MVP 2 and vaping my .... off...... 
I'm not sure I can and meet the TOS of this website, like I said, Candle Power forums market place then look for "Cotton Picker".
The lack of power concern is one of the reasons I moved into mods. I routinely order a few extra batteries and have now managed to accumulate over 20 batteries. All of which stay charged, just in case. With winter coming soon, not to mention the risk of a power grid failure, I make sure I have enough charged batteries on hand to keep me vaping for a few weeks. This is also an advantage of having a telescopic mod in your collection. Having several options/ backup plans never hurts.
I wish someone would come up with a mod that can be recharged via a windup, like they have for flashlights and radios.
I wish someone would come up with a mod that can be recharged via a windup, like they have for flashlights and radios.
Own lots of batteries. I have 8 - 18650s, 6 - 18490s, and 8 - 18350s. I should be good for a bit. I live in the land of tormados and snow storms. I am always prepared.
I live in Louisiana my power can go out on a bright sunny day for no reason whatsoever.
If you are going to spend almost 200 bucks just get a cheap gasoline generator for a little more and you will have instant power anytime you want.
Anyone know how our IMR and hybrid batteries are fit for long term storage at full charge? For regular li-ions, it's not a recommended practice. They deteriorate and lose maximum capacity.
If being without power for a few days was a concern, I think I would look for one of those larger battery boxes with an USB plug. At least 10.000 mah. Ideally twice that. Usually sold as portable charging thingies for phones and tablets. Or a 12v outlet if you use mod batteries and a charger with 12v input.
If being without power for a few days was a concern, I think I would look for one of those larger battery boxes with an USB plug. At least 10.000 mah. Ideally twice that. Usually sold as portable charging thingies for phones and tablets. Or a 12v outlet if you use mod batteries and a charger with 12v input.
You could use your car or a generator but living in Staten Island I know all too well you can't always depends on gas being available. A solar powered charger would be great, though prob not cheap.
Really, they are quite reasonable! I hope I'm not out of the TOS on this! Mods, please delete if I am! http://www.cpfmarketplace.com/mp/sh...argers-2-panels-added&highlight=cotton+picker
My jump start pack I carry in the trunk in case the battery dies in my truck has a USB port which would work nicely in a power loss situation.
I'm glad someone asked that question as I doubt I would've thought of that otherwise!
I'm glad someone asked that question as I doubt I would've thought of that otherwise!
Funny KurledNut mentioned a solar powered case... I was at the Cignot store in Elmhurst, IL a couple months ago, and they actually have a solar powered eGo style case! $36... here is a llink:
https://www.cignot.com/category_s/84.htm
https://www.cignot.com/category_s/84.htm
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