18350 Battery types?

[FaceT1me]

I just picked up a MyGo VV mini, which I believe is a Lavatube Mini clone. It uses 18350 IMR batteries.
I am currently using a flat top 18350 IMR which is 800 Mah, i was wondering if I can use the 18350 1200Mah batteries in it like the [h=1]TRUSTFIRE 18350 3.7V 1200MAH[/h]
Also will the button top abtteries work in the Mygo Mini

Here is the mod that I have.
Variable Voltage MyGo v2.5 Electronic Cigarette | Version 2.5 Variable Voltage eCig

 

[FaceT1me]

Bump,
Anyone have any idea on this. Can't find the info anywhere

 

[Susan W.]

I have a Provari mini and they don't recommend using anything but the IMR batteries.

 

[jSquared]

The button top IMRs will work just fine. Most people on the forum use AW IMRs in their mods and they are all button top.

The TrustFires are protected batteries, so you wouldn't want to use those in a VV device.

JJ

 

[Susan W.]

jSquared - what are protected batteries? I'm just curious, trying to understand everything, not that I'd use them in my device.

 

[jSquared]

No problem - it's all a bit confusing at first! Protected batteries have a built in protection circuit. They are recommended (by vendors) for use in fixed voltage mechanical mods to protect against over discharge and over current. A VV device has a boost circuit built into it, so that you can change the voltage. Protected batteries often do not work so well with these boost circuits and, therefore, "safe chemistry" unprotected batteries are recommended instead. VV mods also benefit from the higher current draw offered by IMR batteries. You might find this link useful:

Basic to Advanced Battery Information from Battery University

JJ

 

[El_tecolote]

The chemistry inherent in AW IMR batteries makes them safer then traditional Li. They can't vent, and flame like Li cells can, but they can still get super hot and possibly melt your pv and maybe cause something to catch fire, if you should short circuit one.

IMR's can be over-discharged because there is no PCB. The recommended voltage range for most IMR cells is 4.20-2.5v (about 3.3v resting voltage is the lowest you should bring the cell without recharging it). But then again, even AW's can be way over discharged.

 

[FaceT1me]

K thanks, I was hopping I could shove a 1200 Mah 18350 into my Lavatube mini. I guess I will just need to buy a few more batteries.

 

[Susan W.]

Thanks for all the info. This is really helpful. So, when my battery gets to about 3.3v, I should be change it out? I was thinking I could use it until it is totally out of power. I still have a lot to learn....

 

[NancyR]

if you are running a regulated device or a vv/vw it will stop working when the battery hits 3.3 I think it is, if using an regulated such as a full mechanical or something like a silver bullet you will want to meter them and try not to go below 3.3 before pulling out to charge

 

[jSquared]

3.3V is a good time to charge your battery. At around 3.3V, the LED should start flashing when you press the button. The ProVari will actually stop working altogether when the battery gets down to 3.2V. Even at 3.2V, the battery isn't fully depleted, but it's not good to run it much lower than that.

JJ

 

[FaceT1me]

Yeah my MYGo starts blinking right around 3.3

 

[Susan W.]

I've never let my battery go down that low where my device starts blinking. I always charge every night. Is that bad?

 

[NancyR]

I've never let my battery go down that low where my device starts blinking. I always charge every night. Is that bad?

It is not a good idea to charge a battery over night or while you are gone. While it may be a 1 in a million chance of a battery venting, it isn't worth the risk if it does, if you are awake and home you have time to take care of it.

 

[Susan W.]

Thanks for the info NancyR. I had no idea. I have batteries charging all over my house. Wonder if it's the same for regular rechargeable batteries (not for vaping) too. I've had some batteries sitting in chargers for months. Didn't think about it being a hazard. Guess I better start taking them out when they are all charged up.

Another question: How does everyone handle charging everything that needs charging? I have my cell phone, my bluetooth and now my three vaping devices. I've got power strips in almost every outlet in my house. And they are all filled up.

 

[ScooterCat]

Get power strips with more outlets (10-12).

 

[Susan W.]

Yeah, I several 10 - 12 outlet Quirky's. But they don't make them.

 

[MidgetVapr]

i have power strips that are actually meant for high end power tools and high power electronics plugged into just about every outlet in my house. ive been told i have an electronics problem and these protect everything i own. always better to sway on the side of extra precaution