why do people choose a mech over regulated?

[Lessifer]

so what you're saying is that's what pretty much set you away from a regulated was the fact that it has a lifespan and a mech doesn't?

i haven't faced that issue i'm rather new as you stated a few months now with my own mod...maybe half a year if you count using others.

i'll try out a clone i guess see how i like it, and give some feedback between what i think of the two....i'll just need to read up and understand how safety works on these mechs or make a thread for that -.^

just the idea of anything blowing up in a close vicinity of me just frightens me and keeps me weary of lingering towards the mech side : / i understand that you need to know what you're doing but it's the higher probability that is scary.

actually is a clone even safe? i've heard of issues from clones/counterfeits should i just buy an authentic and not risk it? or what are some signs i should avoid buying a mech clone when i'm in a store.

Yes, electronics fail, and if you're lucky all that means is the device stops working.

People have the idea that regulated mods are safe where mechanical mods are not. The fact is, both use batteries and those batteries are what cause damage 99% of the time. The key to vaping safely is to know what device you're using and how to use IT safely, and yes this means different things when using a mech vs a regulated mod.

As for clones/authentics, if possible try to figure out exactly what you're buying and if that particular mod has any issues you need to be aware of. Most authentics are discussed a lot and if they have issues, they are known. Many clones are exact copies of the authentic, but some are not, and you really need to know the specifics of the clone that you have. For the most part, the stingray clones are really good, don't use the direct to battery connection cap, stick with the 510/center pin cap, and know what your batteries can handle and build well below that.

 

[Sir Kadly]

if ya tend to vape holding your mod with a towel ... chances are, it's a mech

Hmmm, I must be doing it wrong then.

 

[Canadian_Vaper]

I find mech mods actually have a different flavor, not sure why but even with the same rda on a reg vs a mech taste different, almost more natural if that makes sense....

I only use regulated these days, if I ever want that mech feel I put my VTC mini in bypass mode and it's close enough for me..

 

[gofishtx]

When I 1st started vaping all that was available was cigalikes and egos. A few innovative folk were building their own mech mods in their garage out of whatever material they could find, including Altoid tins. I went through a couple of Mech Mods when they became commercially available. Unfortunately they did not hold up to be run over with a tractor or just plain lost. I mostly use Regulated devices now, but I recently picked up a Noisy Cricket and I use it with my RDAs. I mostly build over .2 ohms. I may pick up a couple of others for my vapocolypse stash.

 

[Sidsgothem]

any of you have suggestions for any mods to get both auth/clones i'm going to try it out see how it is once i understand safety. for example a clone that is typically of higher quality or reasonable quality and wouldn't require much tweaking

I watched a video where a guy took 3 nemesis clones all different materials and ran them on an electronic load. Copper vs brass was statistically insignificant and copper vs stainless was so small of a difference you really won't see a difference (i.e 0.5 watt difference at 0.5ohm). so the button/switch design and specific battery (not model or make but the actual specific one you have in hand) make a bigger difference than material from what i can tell.

this is where i need help on deciding which mechs i should test and eventually get a authentic of, because i have no knowledge outside of what i'm told here...and maybe some vids...but i'd rather get another person's first hand experience.

 

[HauntedMyst]

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[Just Want To Quit]

I really don't know. Mech's scare the .... out of me. I probably won't even move on to them before I quit vaping altogether. I'll stick with my regulated box mods and premade coils for the remainder of my Nicotine addiction. Lets just say, after having my Kanger RBA rebuilt by two different shops, I'm not impressed with the results of the RBA in comparison to their premade SSOCC coils anyway.

In reality though, I'm too lazy to learn Ohms law beyond my general understanding of it. If you're willing to learn it and be safe, I'm sure a Mech could be just as safe as a regulated mod with safety features.

I however am absolutely DONE WITH REBUILDING as it left a horrible taste (literally) in my mouth. Just saying.. so that would leave Mechs out of my league anyway since I'm already fed up trying to rebuild anything unfortunately.

 

[beckdg]

I really don't know. Mech's scare the .... out of me. I probably won't even move on to them before I quit vaping altogether. I'll stick with my regulated box mods and premade coils for the remainder of my Nicotine addiction. Lets just say, after having my Kanger RBA rebuilt by two different shops, I'm not impressed with the results of the RBA in comparison to their premade SSOCC coils anyway.

In reality though, I'm too lazy to learn Ohms law beyond my general understanding of it. If you're willing to learn it and be safe, I'm sure a Mech could be just as safe as a regulated mod with safety features.

I however am absolutely DONE WITH REBUILDING as it left a horrible taste (literally) in my mouth. Just saying.. so that would leave Mechs out of my league anyway since I'm already fed up trying to rebuild anything unfortunately.

And that's okay.

We have options.

Tapatyped

 

[Canadian_Vaper]

In reality though, I'm too lazy to learn Ohms law beyond my general understanding of it. If you're willing to learn it and be safe, I'm sure a Mech could be just as safe as a regulated mod with safety features.

Doesn't get easier than this..

Coil wrapping

 

[gofishtx]

I really don't know. Mech's scare the .... out of me. I probably won't even move on to them before I quit vaping altogether. I'll stick with my regulated box mods and premade coils for the remainder of my Nicotine addiction. Lets just say, after having my Kanger RBA rebuilt by two different shops, I'm not impressed with the results of the RBA in comparison to their premade SSOCC coils anyway.

In reality though, I'm too lazy to learn Ohms law beyond my general understanding of it. If you're willing to learn it and be safe, I'm sure a Mech could be just as safe as a regulated mod with safety features.

I however am absolutely DONE WITH REBUILDING as it left a horrible taste (literally) in my mouth. Just saying.. so that would leave Mechs out of my league anyway since I'm already fed up trying to rebuild anything unfortunately.

To be fair, the build you get on an RDA is nothing like a Kanger RBA. Most RDAs have bigger build deck and are easier to build on and wick. Kanger RBA decks are notoriously finicky. A good RDA will give you great Flavor and lots of Vapor. I have a .25 ohm dual coil build on a Lush RDA that vapes great on my Noisy Cricket. If you ever get the urge to try an RBA. Velocity style Decks are easy to learn to build on.

 

[Vaslovik]

I'd just like to add that mechs are prettier than regs.

There! I said it!

 

[Vaslovik]

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$415.00? Yeow! I got 4 Poldiacs for less than that!

 

[daviedog]

any of you have suggestions for any mods to get both auth/clones i'm going to try it out see how it is once i understand safety. for example a clone that is typically of higher quality or reasonable quality and wouldn't require much tweaking

I watched a video where a guy took 3 nemesis clones all different materials and ran them on an electronic load. Copper vs brass was statistically insignificant and copper vs stainless was so small of a difference you really won't see a difference (i.e 0.5 watt difference at 0.5ohm). so the button/switch design and specific battery (not model or make but the actual specific one you have in hand) make a bigger difference than material from what i can tell.

this is where i need help on deciding which mechs i should test and eventually get a authentic of, because i have no knowledge outside of what i'm told here...and maybe some vids...but i'd rather get another person's first hand experience.

Get a clone,,nemesis,, you've mentioned it a number of times. Keep builds at 1.0 ohm. Chances are it's a passing phase. If not, you'll know where to go..

 

[Bad Ninja]

Lol at some of the replies.
Mechs are for purists who enjoy the simplicity and control a user has with a mechanical device.

Mechs have no electronics to fail. Ever.
With care they can last indefinitely.

Voltage drop at .2 ohms is much more noticeable than at 1.0 ohms, which is why the metal used is important.

In perspective,
Learning to use a mechanical safely is much simpler than learning to properly use Temp Control.

 

[LA-Vapite]

I have many Vape shops in my area - and most no longer carry authentics, and few clones. The industry push from China on so many new regulated devices along with so many new tanks (Bith RTA's and Sub-ohm's) has changed the demand and new Buyer awareness.

Now I used to be solely a mech mod user with mostly RDA's, but the newer Regulated devices work best on my RTA's. RTA's for me need more fine tuning of power choices, as well as the TC options - which makes Regulated Mods my preference. It is nice to build a .11 and use it on a dual batt or tri batt at high wattages occasionally if you like real warm short pull mega cloud type of hits.

Now cleaning your Mechs (both outside to a shiny polish as well as cleaning the contacts is , for me a fun chore, and one takes pride when there Mech hits hard again and looks nice. The Regs seem to be less prone to maintenance at that level. Al my Regs, have remained in good working condition, even my istick 50's with minimal maintenance.

I think Mechs still have their place, and it's a different vaping experience, that all vapors should try - once they understand ohms law and battery safety. The first time you forget to lock you Mech (hopefully before it vents) - you won't forget again!

 

[HauntedMyst]

$415.00? Yeow! I got 4 Poldiacs for less than that!

I am sure you did! You can also get 4 Corvettes for the price of a Lamborghini. But price isn't an issue for Sid so she may as well have the best.

 

[WharfRat1976]

is there a reason why people choose a mechanical mod over a regulated? i honestly haven't dealt with my own mech i just use my friends from time to time...and i see no advantage outside of it being more aesthetic and maybe...you can beat an assailant to death with one and have it still working afterwards....lol...idk i feel these newer regulated or on average most regulated mods are overall better in most aspects.

what do you guys think?

To blow clouds bro.
Big vaporous humongous clouds, bro.

 

[WharfRat1976]

One reason I prefer mech squonkers...

Plus, as already mentioned, I can wash them in the sink, which is nice.

Tapatyped

Ooooooooooo, love your toppers Becks[emoji15]

 

[vape-addict]

 

[Rossum]

To blow clouds bro.
Big vaporous humongous clouds, bro.

That's actually easier with a regulated mod these days. I'm strictly MTl with coils that are barely sub-ohm (duals around 0.5, singles around 0.7), so for me it it's primarily about simplicity.

Oh and my taste in mods is similar to Beck's, so I can put them down without having to worry whether I locked them.