A BATTERY MOOCH POST: VRK 30A 3000mAh 20700…looks like other five-leg ones, hits harder but runs hotter
These cells appear identical to the other five-“leg” top contact cells being used by several companies. It runs hotter but performs a little better than the ones I have tested previously. I do not know if this is unique to the batch of cells VRK is using or if all the five-leg cells are now performing this way. Retesting of the others will be done but I do not know when.
These VRK cells have a paper top ring insulator that absorbs eliquid. This might weaken the ring and if the eliquid absorbs moisture then rust can form under the ring. If using this cell do not let eliquid get on the top of it.
This cell is a decent performer but runs too hot to be rated 30A in my opinion. It also showed a big difference between the two cells in the delivered Wh at high current levels.
The two cells I tested delivered 2959mAh and 3023mAh at 600mA down to 2.5V. It cannot be considered a 3000mAh cell.
I am ESTIMATING this VRK’s ratings to be 25A continuous and 2900mAh.
Two cells were purchased for the purposes of testing by me.
Ratings graphic: https://imgur.com/a/ZU9hpEg
Test report: https://bit.ly/2vQo8Me
I want to work for the vaping community full time! If you feel what I do is worth a couple dollars a month and you would like early access to battery availability and testing news and a say in what I test then please consider becoming a patron and supporting my testing efforts: https://www.patreon.com/batterymooch
These tests only note the ESTIMATED ratings for these batteries at the time I tested them. Any battery that is not a genuine Samsung, Sony, LG, Panasonic, or Sanyo can change at any time! This is one of the hazards of using “rewrapped” batteries or batteries from other manufacturers so carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Misusing or mishandling lithium-ion batteries can pose a SERIOUS RISK of personal injury or property damage. They are not meant to be used outside of a protected battery pack. Never exceed the battery’s continuous current rating and keep the plastic wrap and top insulating ring in perfect condition.
Any rating in my ratings tables can change at any time as different grade cells appear on the market, we get swamped with fakes, or new information becomes available to me. Please, never assume that the ratings in the tables are permanent and will never change! Always download the latest version before considering any cell purchase.
To see how other cells have tested check out this link: https://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blog-entry/list-of-battery-tests.7436/
THE SMOKER’S SHOW WELCOMES IT’S NEWEST SPONSORS!!
Dimitris and I are both very exited to welcome our two newest sponsors to the Smoker’s Show… MyVaporStore and Naked 100 E-liquid!
Alongside Innokin Technology, Five Pawns , & Joyetech we pair with companies that continue to focus on the smokers and transitioning vapers!
Thank you for the support!
#SmokersWanted!
MARTIN DOCKRELL OF PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND ON THE LATEST E-CIG SCARE
So maybe you’ve heard about or read the latest e-cig scare. No? Well you can HERE if you like.
- Maybe you heard Dimitris and I talk about this on the latest Smoker’s Show Episode.
- Maybe you heard us say that if a study does not compare the “bad things” found in vaping to that of a cigarette we feel it’s invalid.
- Maybe you heard us say that vaping is harm reduction not harm elimination.
- Maybe you heard us discus the fact that if you don’t smoke and don’t vape, continue to do neither.
No? You haven’t? You haven’t heard us say any of this… or maybe you just don’t believe us?
Then perhaps you’ll listen to and believe Martin Dockrell of Public Health England. Because he says…
“Smoker’s who are thinking about switching should switch today without hesitation”
Did you read that correctly?
Let’s try that again…
“Smoker’s who are thinking about switching should switch today without hesitation”
This gentleman needs to be on the Smoker’s Show!
Curious to know what else he said?
Here you go…
THE SMOKER’S SHOW – EPISODE #13
The Smoker’s Show Episode #13
In this episode, we…
- Welcome our new sponsor… MyVaporStore!
- Talk about bad studies.
- Talk about a good study.
- Discuss some basic knowledge beginning vapers should know.
- Take you back to the Innokin factory to see Zenith’s being made.
- And more!
We also take your calls and questions!
The Smoker’s Show is a vape show not for vapers, but for smokers.
A show to get information about vaping, to debunk vaping myths, to discuss vaping terminology & technology, and to look at and review starter kits for the transitioning smoker.
We urge all vapers to invite those they know who still smoke to watch the show!
Thank you all for your support and let’s convert more smokers together!
Thank you to and please support our Sponsors!
*NOTE: Any use of these videos in part or in their entirety without Phil Busardo’s and Dimitris Agrafiotis’s expressed written consent is strictly prohibited.
See all the Episodes HERE.
Materials referenced in this show:
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A BATTERY MOOCH POST: Vapcell Blue 35A 3000mAh 21700…looks like LG H30 but only 30A 2900mAh
These cells appear identical to the LG H30 samples I received earlier this year but they did not meet LG’s 3000mAh minimum capacity rating. The two cells I tested delivered 2946mAh and 2947mAh at 600mA (0.2C) down to 2.5V.
This cell is a decent performer but the Samsung 30T is a MUCH better choice at high current levels, delivering about 30% more energy down to 3.2V at 30A. The Samsung 40T will also outperform it at up to about 20A-25A.
I am ESTIMATING this Vapcell’s ratings to be 30A continuous and 2900mAh. LG lists a 35A “max” discharge rating for the H30 but I believe that to be a temperature limited rating. LG lists a max cell surface operating temperature of 75°C and the two cells I had reached 74°C and 75°C at 30A. The “fast discharge” rating in the datasheet is 30A.
Two cells were donated for the purposes of testing by 18650batterystore (http://www.18650batterystore.com). Thank you!
Ratings graphic: https://imgur.com/a/Czl1qgv
Test report: https://bit.ly/2nB36wt
I want to work for the vaping community full time! If you feel what I do is worth a couple dollars a month and you would like early access to battery availability and testing news and a say in what I test then please consider becoming a patron and supporting my testing efforts: https://www.patreon.com/batterymooch
These tests only note the ESTIMATED ratings for these batteries at the time I tested them. Any battery that is not a genuine Samsung, Sony, LG, Panasonic, or Sanyo can change at any time! This is one of the hazards of using “rewrapped” batteries or batteries from other manufacturers so carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Misusing or mishandling lithium-ion batteries can pose a SERIOUS RISK of personal injury or property damage. They are not meant to be used outside of a protected battery pack. Never exceed the battery’s continuous current rating and keep the plastic wrap and top insulating ring in perfect condition.
Any rating in my ratings tables can change at any time as different grade cells appear on the market, we get swamped with fakes, or new information becomes available to me. Please, never assume that the ratings in the tables are permanent and will never change! Always download the latest version before considering any cell purchase.
To see how other cells have tested check out this link: https://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blog-entry/list-of-battery-tests.7436/
THE FLAVOR STUDY PRESENTATION AND Q&A
A brief overview of the largest ever study done on the importance of flavors in vaping and how vital they are to keep ex smokers away from combustible tobacco.
If you would like to download the study for use in upcoming flavor bans or legislator/public health education please click HERE.
Thank you to Dimitris and Dr. Farsalinos for doing this!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlH0TPqLyC8
THE JOYETECH ESPION SILK WITH NOTCHCORE TANK
A PBusardo Review – The Joyetech Espion Silk w/ NotchCore Tank Kit
In this video we take a look at the Joyetech Espion Silk Kit with the NotchCore tank. A rugged and simple little device.
We also find out who won the last “Not A” Contest.
The Links:
Paradigm E-Liquids
Joyetech
VaporDNA
Innokin
Vaporesso
The Video:
*NOTE: Any use of these videos in part or in their entirety without Phil Busardo’s expressed written consent is strictly prohibited.
The Photos:
The Test Sheet:
ReviewForm - Espion Silk
A BATTERY MOOCH POST: QSO Black 35A 4000mAh 21700…slightly overrated, Sony VTC6A rewrap
This is an almost accurately rated rewrap of the 21700 size version of the Sony VTC6A. It appears identical to, and performed essentially identically to, the VTC6A’s I recently tested.
The QSO’s I tested have the tiny QR code square on the bottom, same as the VTC6A’s I tested.
The two cells I tested delivered 4117mAh and 4118mAh at 800mA (0.2C) down to 2.5V.
I do not have the datasheet for this cell. I am ESTIMATING this QSO’s ratings to be 30A continuous and 4000mAh rated/minimum, 4100mAh typical/nominal.
Two cells were donated for the purposes of testing by 18650batterystore (http://www.18650batterystore.com). Thank you!
Ratings graphic: https://imgur.com/a/JE4jjH2
Test report: https://bit.ly/2vzFNI4
I want to work for the vaping community full time! If you feel what I do is worth a couple dollars a month and you would like early access to battery availability and testing news and a say in what I test then please consider becoming a patron and supporting my testing efforts: https://www.patreon.com/batterymooch
These tests only note the ESTIMATED ratings for these batteries at the time I tested them. Any battery that is not a genuine Samsung, Sony, LG, Panasonic, or Sanyo can change at any time! This is one of the hazards of using “rewrapped” batteries or batteries from other manufacturers so carefully research any battery you are considering using before purchasing.
Misusing or mishandling lithium-ion batteries can pose a SERIOUS RISK of personal injury or property damage. They are not meant to be used outside of a protected battery pack. Never exceed the battery’s continuous current rating and keep the plastic wrap and top insulating ring in perfect condition.
Any rating in my ratings tables can change at any time as different grade cells appear on the market, we get swamped with fakes, or new information becomes available to me. Please, never assume that the ratings in the tables are permanent and will never change! Always download the latest version before considering any cell purchase.
To see how other cells have tested check out this link: https://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blog-entry/list-of-battery-tests.7436/
FLAVOR STUDY RESULTS – Presentation and Q&A – Saturday August 11th 1pm EST
If you are curious, the flavor study results that were submitted to the FDA will be presented Saturday August 11th 1pm EST on http://www.facebook.com/vapingreek along with Q & A.
The video will be posted on YouTube for replays. #vape #ecigs #vaping #harmreduction
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