Imren Battery....is it safe?

[AvaMom]

ive been reading through a bunch of blogs, posts etc on here and am wondering if I can get a definitive answer.

I’m currently using a smok Priv V8 with the M2 coil at 0.25 ohm. This is what came in it. The shop I bought it from set me up with the Imren 3500mah 3.7v IMR18650 15a/30a battery, says Max continuous discharge: 15A.

I was reading a blog on the safety of sub ohm vaping and saw to do a search on the battery. On Imren’s site, it’s says to not use within e-cigarette, vaporizer or similar device.

Is this a standard warning or did my local shop set me up with something really dangerous?

 

[Steve Parry]

What color is the wrap on the battery?

 

[AvaMom]

It’s yellow/gold.

 

[AvaMom]

I read someone’s chart on batteries and didn’t see this particular configuration listed. I haven’t seen it anywhere except the store where I bought them.

 

[Steve Parry]

Can't find test results on that one, but here's another one in that series from IMREN and it didn't do well. Tough to say, since they rewrap.

Imren Gold 30A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a ridiculously overrated battery

 

[Steve Parry]

What wattage are you vaping at?

 

[Baditude]

Imren falls into the category of an aftermarket or battery rewrapper. These companies typically exaggerate their battery specification with the intent to make uninformed consumers believe their battery is superior to other brands. Doesn't necessarily mean they are less safe than another battery, but you can't trust their specifications. I don't know about you but I wouldn't buy from a dishonest company.

mren Orange 30A 2100mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...only a 20A+ battery[/COLOR]

Imren Purple 40A 2500mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a 20A cell that runs very hot

Imren Yellow 40A 2000mAh18650 Bench Test Results...a decent 20A battery, may be an HD2

Imren Gold 20A 2500mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...an accurately rated battery!

Imren Leopard 50A 2600mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...just a 20A rewrap

Imren 40A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...only a 17A battery, damaged at 30A

Imren Gold 30A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a ridiculously overrated battery

Imren Green 40A 3200mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...just 17A, the purple Imren 3000mAh rewrapped!

Imren Green 40A 3200mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...now 10A, shame on you Imren!

Imren Yellow 25A 3400mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...just a 12A battery

The green 30A 3500mAh Imren is a 10A battery!



Are You Using a Rewrap (Rebranded or Aftermarket) Battery?
Battery Basics for Mods: The Definative Battery Guide for Vaping

 

[AvaMom]

Can't find test results on that one, but here's another one in that series from IMREN and it didn't do well. Tough to say, since they rewrap.

Imren Gold 30A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a ridiculously overrated battery

Did not know that. Thanks for the info. Guess I’m battery shopping!

 

[AvaMom]

What wattage are you vaping at?

To my knowledge the mod I have only goes up to 60w. It doesn’t have a display.

 

[AvaMom]

Imren falls into the category of an aftermarket or battery rewrapper. These companies typically exaggerate their battery specification with the intent to make uninformed consumers believe their battery is superior to other brands. Doesn't necessarily mean they are less safe than another battery, but you can't trust their specifications. I don't know about you but I wouldn't buy from a dishonest company.

mren Orange 30A 2100mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...only a 20A+ battery[/COLOR]

Imren Purple 40A 2500mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a 20A cell that runs very hot

Imren Yellow 40A 2000mAh18650 Bench Test Results...a decent 20A battery, may be an HD2

Imren Gold 20A 2500mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...an accurately rated battery!

Imren Leopard 50A 2600mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...just a 20A rewrap

Imren 40A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...only a 17A battery, damaged at 30A

Imren Gold 30A 3000mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...a ridiculously overrated battery

Imren Green 40A 3200mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...just 17A, the purple Imren 3000mAh rewrapped!

Imren Green 40A 3200mAh 18650 Bench Retest Results...now 10A, shame on you Imren!

Imren Yellow 25A 3400mAh 18650 Bench Test Results...just a 12A battery

The green 30A 3500mAh Imren is a 10A battery!



Are You Using a Rewrap (Rebranded or Aftermarket) Battery?
Battery Basics for Mods: The Definative Battery Guide for Vaping

Knowing that now, I won’t buy anymore of their batteries either.

You’ve given me a lot of good tips and advice so far. Any advice on good batteries? Am I correct in seeing a trend that any manufacturer of 18650 is going to state it’s not for use in a vaporizer? It’s a CYA thing?

 

[AzPlumber]

Knowing that now, I won’t buy anymore of their batteries either.

You’ve given me a lot of good tips and advice so far. Any advice on good batteries? Am I correct in seeing a trend that any manufacturer of 18650 is going to state it’s not for use in a vaporizer? It’s a CYA thing?

Yes, it is becoming a standard cya for all battery manufacturers & sellers.

 

[sonicbomb]

List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum

 

[AvaMom]

List of Battery Tests | E-Cigarette Forum

Thank you!!!

 

[stols001]

All batteries these days come with the CYA warning. I can't really say I blame the battery manufactures, oh except I do blame them a little since some battery "manufacturers" and vendors DO routinely overrate their capacity, or rewrap cells. If they were to halt that practice, well, less battery explosions might occur.

With that said, I have to say I really don't blame the authentic, legitimate battery manufacturers who do try to provide decent QC and ratings and whatnot, they probably all feel the need for that warning these days.

It would be interesting to know (although I doubt the information is available) how many battery explosions have occurred simply through the fact that the end user believed the battery rating and used it improperly. I've got to think it is some at least although I'd think there would be too many real world variables to know for sure.

It would also be interesting if "manufacturers" of mods were tracked as far as number of "battery incidents." I think you would almost have to exclude mech mods, as it can so easily be user error (in a variety of ways).

In any case, I'm glad you are settling on another battery that has more "known testing" data, batteries are just the one area in vaping you can't skimp on. There are others, but batteries top the list, IMO.

Good luck moving forward

Anna

 

[Baditude]

Knowing that now, I won’t buy anymore of their batteries either.

You’ve given me a lot of good tips and advice so far. Any advice on good batteries? Am I correct in seeing a trend that any manufacturer of 18650 is going to state it’s not for use in a vaporizer? It’s a CYA thing?

If you read my "Battery Basics for Mods: The Definative Battery Guide for Vaping" link I provide detailed examples on which batteries to use depending on how you vape. My suggestions are based upon our ECF battery expert's test results: Battery Mooch. I even include a few of his "Minding Your Mah's" You Tube videos in the blog.

Bottom line:

• Purchase batteries from the main four manufacturers: Lg, Panasonic/Sanyo, Samsung, and Sony.
• Buy only from trusted vendors who try really hard not to sell counterfeits.
• Purchase the specific battery with the specifications that you require for the way YOU vape.
• Avoid re-wrap companies' batteries.

Yes, Sony and Lg use CYA warnings. I explain why in the above blog article.

 

[BrotherBob]

Is this a standard warning or did my local shop set me up with something really dangerous?

I have provided a little more information which might help choosing/evaluating batteries.
Might like to read:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
Index | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor
http://ecigarettereviewed.com/e-cig-charging-safety
Vaping 101: Battery Safety
7 Best Practices to Keep Your Charge

 

[AvaMom]

All batteries these days come with the CYA warning. I can't really say I blame the battery manufactures, oh except I do blame them a little since some battery "manufacturers" and vendors DO routinely overrate their capacity, or rewrap cells. If they were to halt that practice, well, less battery explosions might occur.

With that said, I have to say I really don't blame the authentic, legitimate battery manufacturers who do try to provide decent QC and ratings and whatnot, they probably all feel the need for that warning these days.

It would be interesting to know (although I doubt the information is available) how many battery explosions have occurred simply through the fact that the end user believed the battery rating and used it improperly. I've got to think it is some at least although I'd think there would be too many real world variables to know for sure.

It would also be interesting if "manufacturers" of mods were tracked as far as number of "battery incidents." I think you would almost have to exclude mech mods, as it can so easily be user error (in a variety of ways).

In any case, I'm glad you are settling on another battery that has more "known testing" data, batteries are just the one area in vaping you can't skimp on. There are others, but batteries top the list, IMO.

Good luck moving forward

Anna

Thank you, Anna. Yes as of last night batteries have become my number one priority!

 

[AvaMom]

I have provided a little more information which might help choosing/evaluating batteries.
Might like to read:
18650 Battery Buying Guide for Vapor Users – Wake and Vape Blog
Index | E-Cigarette Forum
Battery Safety: Will You Marry Me? - Mt Baker Vapor
http://ecigarettereviewed.com/e-cig-charging-safety
Vaping 101: Battery Safety
7 Best Practices to Keep Your Charge

Thank you for the links. More great info!