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- potentiometer vs. vw
only thing like it that i know of is the hexohm
its variable voltage so it works lightly differently then variable wattage
but with this type of mod there is no bucking or boosting the power provided is constant and is only what the battery can supply.
the only other thing like this is a pwm mod. but they dont have as much saftey features. a few pwm mod chips do have saftey features built in. but most of these are custom built mods not something coming out of china
but PWM is only similar to vv not exactly the same, but it is closer to vv then vw
its variable voltage so it works lightly differently then variable wattage
but with this type of mod there is no bucking or boosting the power provided is constant and is only what the battery can supply.
the only other thing like this is a pwm mod. but they dont have as much saftey features. a few pwm mod chips do have saftey features built in. but most of these are custom built mods not something coming out of china
but PWM is only similar to vv not exactly the same, but it is closer to vv then vw
The original Hex Ohms were actually variable voltage output. With Buck only capability.
Not sure about the ones since then.
Most all the potentiometer mods now are pulsed DC output control.
Not sure about the ones since then.
Most all the potentiometer mods now are pulsed DC output control.
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My 1st one is Smoant Charon, only had a couple of weeks. Loving the simplicity and it seems as if batts and wicks last a bit longer. Have become a bit infatuated with it. By my birthday will know if this is rabbit hole I want to jump in.
OInly problem I what with Potentiometer type of mods is how to set accurately for some of my vaping. I may vape one coil at 17 watts and another at 22.
With a digital setting I can be sure and not burn my wicking.
I can see where those who indulge in high wattage vaping most of the time would like the PWM mods though.
I seldom drip. Love the flavor, but get tired of the dripping part. Squonking on my radar now. I've been vaping 2.5 yrs and finally finding my groove. C frame dual batt mods my favorite. I'm sure I'll order another Charon Labor Day. Wish they more color options. Would love an unpolished brushed stainless steel one. No sticker.
I usually vape 30-40w on single coil rta. Find my sweet spot pretty quick. AVS 3 core clapton a personal favorite.
Yep you have a 10 watt range whereas mine is 2-3 on some of my vapes.
16 too cold - 19 burned.
Also you must have a 2 battery serial mod for PWM to be any good unless you vape at wattages below 40 or so.
do not work too well with single battery mods.
do not work too well with single battery mods.
my regulated mods never go above 50
i use the same build and tanks on my pwm mods and usually set the pot at 50
i use dual coil ss claptons that come in around .7 total
pwm mods are just simple. they are much like a mech but with the ability to adjust the pulse of the volatge so you can adjust for different builds
plus most are actually repairable is something goes wrong
PWM mods are simple to build.
A 555 chip, Mosfet, Potentiometer and about 6 components and you have a pwm mod.
Have all the stuff in my parts bins.
A 555 chip, Mosfet, Potentiometer and about 6 components and you have a pwm mod.
Have all the stuff in my parts bins.
yep they are good mods.
Just not for me with the finer definition of power that i need.
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FYI some are regulated some aren't. PWM mods are not regulated so shouldn't be built below I'll say .35 for a safe limit but really you can push to .3 which is where most of the manufacturers tell you not to build below
as far as regulated ones like the charon VV (which i love and love VV mods in general)
the dovpo M VV is a great one. usually under 35 bucks and it's volt range is amazing. fires as lows as 1 volts all the way up to 8 IIRC while most VV mods have a 3-6 range roughly.
The ijoy maxo zenith. it's a triple battery mod but is awesome and under 20 bucks at times
Hexohm 3.0 yeah it's pricey, but i have a clone version that performs excellent and those run around 50-60 bucks. of course you can't go wrong shelling out the 200 bucks for an authentic as they have lifetime warranty
Tesla invader 3 - really tiny but nice. I didn't care as much for it as the others due to only being 23mm wide so overhang plus it's minimum voltage was 3.6 which i deemed to be too high as a minimum. some builds i used the lowest power i could apply was over 100 watts
tesla also has a invader 2/3 which is a dual or triple option VV mod, but i can't speak much on it other then i know it exists. I don't have one personally.
If you wanted to know more ask away or you can check my youtube channel. I have reviews and tech results from the hexohm 3.0, dovpo M VV, and maxo zenith. Also currently working on a review for the charon VV
Same as with any other regulated mod... up/down until the vape feels just right. Only difference, after it starts getting a little too weak then up some.
Put your tank above your dripper. The tank will leak into the dripper so you'll never need to re-drip again.
am old enough that my familys first TV had a clickless tuner. Click stop ones are much better.
Digital vs analog.
I just like the accuracy of repeatable adjustment that a digital readout gives me.
Not saying the mods are bad or anything just not for me.
This "accuracy" thing reminds me of the age old CD vs. vinyl debate. The sound of an audio CD stays exactly the same as last time you played it back, but the real important issue is that the only thing accurate about it is the obvious fact it repeatedly and accurately just sucks in direct comparison to the sound of the same music album's original first U.S. vinyl pressing.
Try 5150mods on eBay, I've bought two from him in the last month, they are NIpwm mods, they have buttons to raise the voltage rather than a pot. Damn nice mods, can vape a day and half without charging the 3S lipo, which charges in about 15 minutes from dead to full charge.
I will post a pic of my Surric next week when the setup is complete.
The newer ones are outstanding, timeless, Jackson, splash line and serious edition have the new and much improved Mitec button, the Surric XR Vault had the more flush button and it was hit and miss.
I'm a Surric fan, I have three of them and they have never missed a beat.
Pics soon
The newer ones are outstanding, timeless, Jackson, splash line and serious edition have the new and much improved Mitec button, the Surric XR Vault had the more flush button and it was hit and miss.
I'm a Surric fan, I have three of them and they have never missed a beat.
Pics soon
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what's the amp limit on the lipo he includes?
Not got the answer but just wanted to add he does a dual 18650 version too
Although they are way over priced, very easy to make one of these, only three wires..
Hope your well buddy, not been on the tube for a while, catch ya soon
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doing good thanks for askingNot got the answer but just wanted to add he does a dual 18650 version too
Although they are way over priced, very easy to make one of these, only three wires..
Hope your well buddy, not been on the tube for a while, catch ya soon
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I absolutely love the Tesla Invader 3 - have a couple of them
Might be kinda old school (two or more years since they were released!) but man, just a great little mod that puts out
And I love the look, no plastic, no goofy logos or space age looking crap and doesn't look as boxy as some of the others. Oh yeah, and they are very inexpensive for something that seems to last
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it was pretty well built and cheap i'll give it that. it's a nice little mod for sure. I actually have the invader 2/3 nowI absolutely love the Tesla Invader 3 - have a couple of them
Might be kinda old school (two or more years since they were released!) but man, just a great little mod that puts out
And I love the look, no plastic, no goofy logos or space age looking crap and doesn't look as boxy as some of the others. Oh yeah, and they are very inexpensive for something that seems to last
LucyI absolutely love the Tesla Invader 3 - have a couple of them
Might be kinda old school (two or more years since they were released!) but man, just a great little mod that puts out
And I love the look, no plastic, no goofy logos or space age looking crap and doesn't look as boxy as some of the others. Oh yeah, and they are very inexpensive for something that seems to last
Yup, they are good but only 22mm tanks fit
3rd thread.Surric
Needs putting out there
That is a great mod for the money too ! Can't go wrong with it, my better half has 4 of them
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dam 4 of them lolNeeds putting out there
That is a great mod for the money too ! Can't go wrong with it, my better half has 4 of them
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very nice set up!Surric
Another fan of the Ijoy Maxo Zenith here. It's dirt cheap ($30 on element Vape) and hits as quick than my DNA 250. It's the cheapest mod I own and it's one of my favorites.
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Dude where did you get that Boreas stuff!!!!
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Fer real, I've never seen replacement glass for the Boreas other than clear, and that matching drip tip is sick!
I have the black one which has a somewhat rubberized coating which feels good in the hand. It hits good and is a very solid, simple mod IMO
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Sorry for the late reply, it's all custom made by my friend Jason over in the UK.
I have the black one which has a somewhat rubberized coating which feels good in the hand. It hits good and is a very solid, simple mod IMO
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I haven't read a single negative comment about the mod since it's release. That is a pretty good track record. Thanks for letting me know your thoughts.
My thoughts exactly.