Will I be safe?

[Shadowfart]

Once again, sorry for the long post, I seem to go off topic and ramble a lot.

Hello again everyone! Today I have been researching everything about mods and batteries all day around the internet, but mostly around this forum (because this is literally the best forum on the internet ).

However, even though I think I mostly understand all this stuff like amps, ohms, volts, discharge rates, +'s and -'s and how they are all supposed to work together by now, I am still a little concerned about my safety, because I have a couple of things in mind which I need to figure out.

First of all, I am seeing people talking about batteries like Nitecore, Xtar, Efest and how they perform, but I don't really see anyone talking about other batteries like LG. For example there is this LG HG2 battery with 3000mAh capacity and 15-30A, 3.60V and it seems like a very good battery, but since a suspiciously little ammout of people are talking about it, I started wondering: does its fairly high capacity have any impact on my safety? Also, how about all the other specs that batteries have? Maybe its not the kind of battery for vaping purposes? Oh, and I guess I should mention that the resistance of the coils I am going to use are going to be 0.5ohms. From my calculations, I should be in the clear with most batteries, including the LG one, yet I am still hesitant. I just feel like I'm rambling now but I'm just trying to learn as much as I can about all this stuff right now.

Also, the vape that I am planning to get is the good old Kanger SUBOX (white). I know, I know, it's a pretty crappy vape by todays standards but its just so nostalgic to me.I remember this was the first vape I ever tried. My rich-... friend got this thing and everyone was sooo jealous! And I guess I just had really great momments in my life while we were using it.

Maybe I am just imagining things but I can remember this thing had massive, thick, juicy clouds and a very great taste at just 50W.

Anyway, I think I forgot most of the other stuff I wanted to say by now but I will end it here because this post is way too long. Thanks for reading!

 

[lil_buddy]

To my knowledge, LG is a very good battery brand. Just make sure you get the right form factor (18650?)

If you know you love the sub box prior to buying it, BUY IT. I've bought several things blindly based on the reviews of strangers on the internet and hated them.

 

[Darth Omerta]

These are the recommended batteries to use for vaping as per Moochs bench tests. Almost nobody on this site would EVER recommend using an eFest.

On a regulated mod the resistance doesnt really matter. What matters is your wattage. We use Watts law to figure out which batteries we need. Basically you divide the wattage you are vaping at by the number of cells in your mod, then divide that by the cutoff voltage of the mod(the point at which the mod wont fire based on the voltage of the cell(s)), then factor in the efficiency of the mod by dividing by 90% (divide by .9).

At 50W on a single cell mod you should be fine with a good 20A cell. The HG2 is rated for 18A(which still should be ok at 50W).

 

[Joergl100]

XTar, EFest...Nitecore...are rewrapped somethings, not genuine self-produced of that companies, which are no battery producers. I do not trust them anyway.

The HG2 is a 20A-Battery. Does it's job well for me...2x3 in my RX one year now and still pretty ok.

Look at Moochs blog: Mooch's blog | E-Cigarette Forum

 

[Hawise]

XTar, EFest...Nitecore...are rewrapped somethings, not genuine self-produced of that companies, which are no battery producers. I do not trust them anyway.

Efest is a battery rewrapper, but Xtar and Nitecore make chargers - some of the better ones. It's just as important to get a good charger as it is to get a good battery. Xtar and Nitecore make reasonably-priced, good quality chargers. As it's also better to charge replaceable batteries externally than in a mod, you should pick up a charger when you get your batteries.

Other important battery tips:

• A battery must be in your mod, your charger or a case. Never leave one loose, especially in your pocket.
• If the wrap gets damaged, either get the battery rewrapped before you use it or replace it.
• Take the batteries off the charger as soon as they're done charging.
• Don't charge batteries overnight or while you're out. Always be around while they're in the charger.
• If you have a multi-battery mod, marry the batteries. That means if you have a two battery mod, keep the two together at all times - use them only with each other, never use one separately, and charge them together. You can use the pair in different two-battery mods, but never separate them and use one in a one-battery mod. We aren't really sure how important this tip is at this point. Mooch is testing it. But until those results are in, it's best to follow it.

Good luck, and full points for taking the time and effort to learn about batteries.

 

[Joergl100]

Ultrafire makes chargers as well...

Good luck with things like Efest and Xtar-batteries...not to forget Nitecore. I will not touch that anyway. Enough reliable originals on the market!

Enercig is the only rewrapper i trust, because i know the story of that...

Enercig - Vorgeschichte, Idee und Umsetzung - Mountainprophet

 

[leftyandsparky]

Got to love Mooch!

 

[KenD]

Efest is a battery rewrapper, but Xtar and Nitecore make chargers - some of the better ones. It's just as important to get a good charger as it is to get a good battery. Xtar and Nitecore make reasonably-priced, good quality chargers. As it's also better to charge replaceable batteries externally than in a mod, you should pick up a charger when you get your batteries.

Other important battery tips:

• A battery must be in your mod, your charger or a case. Never leave one loose, especially in your pocket.
• If the wrap gets damaged, either get the battery rewrapped before you use it or replace it.
• Take the batteries off the charger as soon as they're done charging.
• Don't charge batteries overnight or while you're out. Always be around while they're in the charger.
• If you have a multi-battery mod, marry the batteries. That means if you have a two battery mod, keep the two together at all times - use them only with each other, never use one separately, and charge them together. You can use the pair in different two-battery mods, but never separate them and use one in a one-battery mod. We aren't really sure how important this tip is at this point. Mooch is testing it. But until those results are in, it's best to follow it.

Good luck, and full points for taking the time and effort to learn about batteries.

Xtar and Nitecore also sell battery (rewraps), at least they have, and Efest make chargers.

To the OP, only get authentic LG, Samsung, and Sony batteries from trusted vendors (plenty of fakes out there). Check Mooch's chart that was linked in this thread to choose a battery that suits you.

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[BrotherBob]

this LG HG2 battery with 3000mAh capacity

This may say it all:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
(9) Battery Basics for Mods; the Ultimate Battery Guide | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor

 

[Frenchfry1942]

It the - (9) battery basics for mods (blog), is good. towards the end of that blog is a list of reputable vendors that sell originals. RTD Vapor, Illumn, imrbatteries, they just have a reputation for selling authentic.

The battery quality is important.

 

[dyanaprajna]

I use the LG HG2s in my GX350, and they work well. All my other mods with external batteries I use Samsung 25rs, and they work really well as well. I don't know about two brands you mentioned, but never use Efest batts. They're all rewraps, and tend to be of poorer quality.