What Batteries You Use In Your Mech

[VapeGoon_2015]

I normally always use a Sony VTC 5 or IMREN 3000 mah 40A. I normally build a .3

However, I am looking to get into lower building. I am just wondering with your guys experience what you guys like to use and know its safe with lower builds. I have seen a video of people doing .09 builds on a Sony VTC 5. Just looking for some recommendations and resistance levels you use.

 

[Neunerball]

In the 18650 size, I'm using the Sony VCT4. For the 26650 size, I'm currently using the Efest 3500mAh 64A (32A continuous).

 

[Huckleberried]

Moved to Battery Junkies.

 

[NemesisVaper]

For builds up to around 0.23 I use HE4s and 25R. Anything lower and I'll use VTC4 or LG HB6. The first is a 20A cell and the others are 30A. I've been known to push a 25R from time to time in emergencies but I strongly recommend sticking to the CDR.

Imren 40A is no more than a 20A cell with a bull shit rating. They're decent cells but don't build lower than a 20A can handle. OEM cells are cheaper too so you have the double.advantage of knowing what you're getting and saving some cash to spend on juice.

 

[State O' Flux]

Let your amp discharge / net resistance decide. 18650 battery testing.

 

[Mike H.]

I tend to leave a little more headroom for safety with my battery choices on a mech mod...Because a battery can handle 20 amps doesnt mean i choose to use it all and leave no headroom should a coil wire come loose and it change the ohms all together by fluctuating below or above the safety margin.

I use Samsung 25R's for .40 and above and Sony VTC4 for .39 down to .20

This leaves a nice safety margin and keeps temps of the battery cooler as well (less of a load equals less heat)..Heat is the number one killer of batteries and running them to their max all time creates more heat...So, two birds with one stone here for me.