I hear a lot about this debate but I simply don’t have taste buds that can detect any notable differences. I like the option of using temp control so I build a lot with SS. Most of my builds are spaced but that is a function of fit more than anything else. To span the posts and get the resistance I like most builds are spaced.
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I use those exact coils from Advanced Vape Supply. I just do 6-7 wraps on a 2.5mm (not spaced) and dry burn really low just to make sure no hot spots. They are so flavorful. I love em.
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I am new to TC but i use SS 316L and tried spaced and contact on the predator 228.One thing i notice is spaced it can detect the temperature better but more prone to things happening and the wire getting so warped it throws it self into power mode for protection after a while. Contact coils i run with the temp lower than normal like 380-400 instead 450. But contact last longer than spaced before the mod goes crazy and refuses to fire in TC mode. It is such a pain to run TC with this MOD i think i need something better.
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Just did this one. Very simple SS 316L Clapton 28/36. 0.3Ω Very versatile per large range of power and a good candidate for Temp Cont.
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My current faveorite is a dual parallel 26G SS316 7 wrap on a 4mm ID. .16 Ohm & fast heat up, big flavor and temperature controlled - I usually vape at 460-470F although due to the low ohms on this build I run around 440F and 55W to help accommodate for the temperature overshoot. 440F here gives a moderately warm vape with a lot of flavor and the 55W seems to avoid burning the coils from overshoots as well.
Yes - it drinks juice.
First time posting a pic - hope that works.
I’m running his in the reload RTA - I thin the cotton pretty well to avoid packing too tight in the juice well.
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I think I just hit my patience limitation. Got some 40g SS from Kidney Puncher. New Great KPSI! Whohoo!!! Snaps if you look at it. Put it on the Advid Artisan and I’m making Clapton chunks. Two inches is best try so far. Me thinks 36g will be just fine.
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40 is very hard to work with but since you have it you may was well use it - reduce the tension nut down to almost 0 tension and go very slow
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I made a foot of fused claptons with 40g SS perfectly…ONCE! After that, I just gave up.
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Thanks @woftam, I’ll give that a go. Just to make it more interesting they sent it in this humongous spool that barely fits the jig. Then I’m using a magnifying glass to thread it. Sorry, I’m taking the liberty to vent. You are right though, I need to do something with the 250’ of it. It makes very nice looking chunks.
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Got me beat by a long shot. Stuff is finer than frog hair.
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I made about 4 inches of usable clapton then it went to hell and never tried to wind my own clapton I buy premade clapton SS 316 wire
I use this method but I attach the loose ends to a swivel so it doesn’t flop around and make about a foot at a time. Works flawlessly!
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what size wires should I use?
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I like 24 or 26 core with 32 or 36 wrap, but everybody has their own preferences.
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@Lostmarbles is totally right about preferences I am currently loving either .5 or .8 ribbon (4 or 6 core depending on which) wrapped in 40. The smaller the wrap I find the less it cooks the juice as it cools quicker. That said start with 32 and build up to the smaller wire it can be very hard to work with…
Here are a couple of lengths i made the other day
top is 6x .5 ribbon wrapped in 40 ss316l
bottom is 4 x .8 ribbon wrapped in 40 ss316l
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I ordered some of the “Beadalongs” going to give it try
Thanks
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no problem. should work for you with little effort on your part. If it doesn’t spin easily, try putting a couple of screws or nails under the elastic and across the spool where the wire comes out of the beadalon on either side of the wire. This will release some of the tension. You might only have to do that with the higher gauge wires. BTW, I get my SS wire from this guy. Been buying from him awhile. Good prices, good wire and fast shipping
http://www.ebay.com/itm/36AWG-1000ft-316L-STAINLESS-STEEL-WIRE-HIGH-QUALITY-SURGICAL-SS-WIRE/272420119837?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
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1000 feet ?wow awesome! I only have 24 g 316 ss and 32g Kanthal but I
also have 24 g Kanthal I need to buy the 36 g ss thanks again!
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Do you know if I use 316 stainless core wire and wrap with kanthal
for fused clapton coils can I use TC? or just wattage ?
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