For e-cigarette users, nothing is more annoying than a dead battery. When you want to smoke, the battery is dead and your device is useless.
We know your battery won't last forever. However, it should give you several uses before it runs out of juice.
Is your battery dying quickly? Want to know how long it will last?
This guide is for you. We discuss everything you need to know about e-cigarette battery life. This includes the different types, average lifespan, and how to extend battery life.
Read on to find out more.
What are the different types of e-cigarette batteries?
There are two main types of e-cigarette batteries. Let’s take a closer look at each type:
Integrated battery
As you may have guessed, these batteries are integrated into your vaping device . You cannot remove them.
When charging, you must charge the device through the onboard USB port. Typically, you can continue to use the device while it charges .
Note that e-cigarettes with built-in batteries are more popular. Although they are less powerful, they are easier to use because you don't have to fiddle with mods.
Removable battery
Removable batteries are ideal if you use mods or need more power. They are interchangeable, which means you can put them in or take them out of your device.
In some cases, you can charge them within the device via the onboard USB port. But it's best to take them out and charge them using an external charger.
Removable batteries have many benefits. For example, you can start the day with a fully charged battery in your device. Once the battery dies, you can replace it with a spare. This saves you from having to search for a port and wait for it to charge during the day.
When you buy removable batteries, you'll find that they come in many different varieties, with names that consist of a number of letters and numbers.
You should know that these letters and numbers are not random. They will provide you with some important information. Let's take 18650 2100mAh IMR as an example.
The first two numbers indicate the diameter of the battery. So, in this case, the diameter is 18 mm. The next three numbers (650) indicate the length in millimeters.
“2100mAh” refers to milliamp-hours—more on what that means in a moment.
Finally, the letters at the end refer to the chemical composition.
- I stands for lithium-ion, which has a high nominal voltage output and high energy density.
- The M stands for manganese, which indicates low internal cell resistance.
- R stands for round or rechargeable.
Other common letters you might see include:
- Fe. Also known as iron, can withstand long-term storage at full voltage.
- Ni. Ni stands for nickel and acts as an effective heating coil.
- C. C stands for cobalt, which has high energy density and long life.
Voltage and mAh Description
Voltage and mAh are two important specifications to note. Let's take a closer look:
Voltage
The voltage of the electronic cigarette will determine its one-time output. The higher the voltage, the greater the steam output. The lower the voltage, the lower the steam output. The voltage range is generally 3.3V -4.8V.
Some batteries have a fixed voltage. This means you cannot control the output.
But other batteries have a variable voltage. You can adjust the settings to control the output.
mAh
mAh stands for milliamp-hour . In simple terms, it measures how long a battery can last before it needs to be recharged.
Continuing with the example we used earlier, the 18650 2100mAh IMR has a mAh of 2100. This means it can deliver 2.1 amps for one hour.
Generally, the larger the mAh rating, the longer it will last. mAh ratings range from 280-900 mah, but 300 mAh is enough to last a day.
What is the average lifespan of an e-cigarette battery?
A full charge gives you about 300 puffs. If you use a high pressure setting or take many puffs in a short period of time, the time to complete the puff may be shorter.
If you take good care of your battery, you can expect to get 2-3 years out of it before having to replace it.
How can I make my e-cigarette battery last longer?
Here are some tips to make your e-cigarette batteries last longer:
- Use a high-quality charger
- Avoid continuous e-cigarette smoking
- Only charge when battery level is below 50%
- Please turn off the device when not in use
- Store rechargeable batteries in a safe place
Bottom Line
The lifespan of e-cigarette batteries depends on a variety of factors. As long as you use them as intended, they should last a long time.