Wick and wire for Vivi Nova???

[Dana A]

I finally ordered the neptune vivi nova to use on my Provari. Can someone please give me some links to where to buy wick and wire at a good price? Also what kind of wick and wire works best? I have never done this before so I would be thankful for any advise on how best to get a 3 ohm coil in the end. Thanks in advance guys

 

[Kopfstimmen]

I don't know, but I'll be watching this thread. I was about to ask the same question, since I saw a PBusardo review where he showed how easy it is...

 

[317Vapers]

32 awg kanthal wire search on ebay cotton wick or aunt lydias #10 bamboo crochet thread on amazon or ebay or locally. I'm getting ready to place my ordered to start rebuilding also!

http://store.knitting-warehouse.com/crochet-thread-aunt-lydias-bamboocrochetthread.html

http://www.ebay.com/itm/330821277491?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[Dana A]

Does anyone know what the difference is between kanthal and nichrome wire? Is one better than the other? Also JC have you used the bamboo stuff before? I was planning on using cotton but maybe the bamboo is a better choice? Also I don't know how thickness is measured in cotton or even bamboo or what thickness to use or even how many strands of what thickness LOL. I really want to get my order correct the 1st time so I don't waste money.

 

[gthompson]

You need kanthal wire. nichrome won't work.

1mm silica wick is what comes in the novas. Keep in mind you can't dry burn cotton or bamboo.

 

[sawlight]

Subscribing, I've got a couple Nova's coming myself and want this information for future reference!

 

[Dana A]

Can someone explain the best way to get a 3 ohm coil?

 

[Kopfstimmen]

Can someone explain the best way to get a 3 ohm coil?

Yet another good question - inquiring minds want to know.

 

[gthompson]

Why do you want a 3ohm coil?

 

[Dana A]

Because I use 3 ohm cartos in my tank now and that's what I like. I know what voltage I like to set my Provari at after dinner and such with 3 ohms. Just thought that would make it less of a change for me lol. I don't care much for change

 

[Dana A]

I am new to this and have not done a lot of research on building coils. I am almost out of my hard to find cartos and am tired of running out so I bought a vivi nova so I never have to run out again. I need to order rewicking materials ASAP so I get them in time or I would do hours of research 1st. I am not internet lazy I am just in a bind right now. Thanks again for the help everyone

 

[gthompson]

Its tough to get 3 ohms in a nova head with 32 gauge. Lots easier just to dial the voltage down a tad. If you really have to have 3, you might try 33 or 34 gauge kanthal. It won't last as long though. Although if you use cotton or bamboo for your wick you'll be rebuilding a lot anyway.

 

[Dana A]

Thanks gthompson. Do most still use silica? I was going to use it but now I am reading that it is unsafe. I don't want to rebuild every day tho either.

 

[gthompson]

I don't know about most people. Most people in my circle use silica, but cotton and bamboo are becoming more and more popular. A few have even figured out how to make a mesh wick for them. Also I didn't mean you'll have to rebuild every day, I have no idea how long they'll last, but you will have to rebuild more often.

 

[Dana A]

OK I ordered the bamboo yarn from post #2 in this thread. Now I am on the hunt for some 34 gage kanthal. I guess I will try the bamboo and 34 gage and hope for the best. If anyone knows of a place to get some 34 cheap post a link for me please.

 

[gthompson]

Mountain Oak Vapors has it.

 

[317Vapers]

Keep in mind you can't dry burn cotton or bamboo.

Whats the reason you cant dry burn them. I'm still new to this myself, and have seem tons of people suggesting the bamboo but havnt seen this yet

 

[gthompson]

Silica won't catch on fire, cotton and bamboo will.

 

[317Vapers]

Silica won't catch on fire, cotton and bamboo will.

so how are people cleaning the heads they build with bamboo/cotton wicks?

 

[gthompson]

They wash them and let them dry and put them back together. When the coil and/or wick gets too gunked up, they rebuild it.