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I still have more than a dozen coils for my Kanger tanks (different resistance, singles, and duals), but I have four or fewer of any single form/resistance left. So, right now I'm trying to narrow down what to buy in bulk, before I run out, which will keep me happy, AND keep me from having to keep up with 4-5 different coils.

Right now, I'm liking the 1.8 Ohm single coils, and the 2.2 Ohm aren't bad at all, but use my battery faster because I have to run higher Wattage for them. I saw no advantage with the 2.5 Ohm coil, and haven't tried the 1.5 Ohm coils. So, I'm thinking 1.8 Ohm will be my choice for a single-coil....

For my dual coils... the 1.5 Ohm are better on battery life (and work better with my PT3 Minis on an eGo), but the the 2.0 Ohm seem to give a slightly better vape with my AeroTank, despite higher drain on the battery? (I've not tried 1.8 Ohm duals).

Now, I understand that I can use the single-coil in my AeroTank, right?

Can I use a single-coil in my PT3 minis? I've not tried it yet... didn't want to risk catastrophic leakage :D

I have no issues with keeping up with single/dual coils, but I don't feel it necessary to try to keep up with a box of each resistance AND each form-factor.

I primarily use my larger tanks (KPT2/AeroTank) with my MVP 2.0, and my Mini KPT2's and KPT3's with my eGo-style batteries for portability / form-factor.

So, If I can use single-coils with my PT3 Minis, I think I'll be satisfied with running 1.8 Ohm single-coils in all my tanks. If I have to use dual-coils with the PT3 Mini, that's cool, too. I'll just keep a box or two 1.5 Ohm dual-coils on hand?

Is my logic sound? Is there an advantage to using a 2.2 Ohm single over the 1.8 Ohm that I'm missing? Or should I just stock-up on the 1.8 Ohm singles (and 1.5 Ohm duals, if I can't use singles in the PT3 Mini)?

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Yeah, that was my plan... a box of 50 from online vendors range from 60-90-cents each, whereas my local B&M sells them for $12 + tax for a box of FIVE :wallbash: (which is $120 for 50 coils)

So, can I use the single-coils in the PT3 Mini? Or, will I need to keep a few dual-coils around, too?

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I pay $1.19 each for them regardless of how many I order unless I find a co-op to get in on. I don't really bargain shop because I have a vendor I trust and am really loyal to them. I do not mind paying a fraction more to feel 100% comfortable I am getting genuine products and quick cheap shipping. That said, I will never pay B&M prices unless I am someday forced to and if that day is coming, I will order every 1.8 ohm KPT coil in the US if I can LOL

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Good to know on the VTR... I don't have one yet, but plan to get one in a few months (maybe/hopefully). Based on this info, I think it would be a good idea to hang onto my remaining 2.2 Ohm coils, at least until I start building my own.

BTW, I just test-fit a single-coil with my freshly cleaned PT3 Mini... it does NOT work :( .

The silicone "cap" over the wick/coil is too short to reach/seal the center-tube... would be a leakage disaster had I filled it....

So, looks like I'll need to keep a box or two of 1.5 Ohm dual-coils handy for my PT3 Minis!

Thanks for all the input, everyone... I'll be placing an order for 1.8 Ohm single-coils, and 1.5 Ohm dual-coils, within the next week or two.

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Running 1.8 on my Nautilus and 2.0 on the AeroTank and PT3. Dual coils. All seem to be working well now that I'm getting the hang of things. At first, I was flooding and frying coils on occasion but have worked the kinks out of how I "operate" them. All is good now ;)

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Good to know on the VTR... I don't have one yet, but plan to get one in a few months (maybe/hopefully). Based on this info, I think it would be a good idea to hang onto my remaining 2.2 Ohm coils, at least until I start building my own.

BTW, I just test-fit a single-coil with my freshly cleaned PT3 Mini... it does NOT work :( .

The silicone "cap" over the wick/coil is too short to reach/seal the center-tube... would be a leakage disaster had I filled it....

So, looks like I'll need to keep a box or two of 1.5 Ohm dual-coils handy for my PT3 Minis!

Thanks for all the input, everyone... I'll be placing an order for 1.8 Ohm single-coils, and 1.5 Ohm dual-coils, within the next week or two.

If you turn another silicone cap upside down over the one there they wont leak

Ive done it with my T3D and pro tank 3

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Doubtful, I have way too many 18650s many makes and mahs, even a few vtc4s and 5s..Stacking is for idiots and I don't like to be insulted like that...

I'd rather it be a strong workhorse like it is compared to others.

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Well, it's good to know that it is a workhorse, regardless of the 18650 battery you're using...

And, sorry Troy, I didn't mean to insult you, nor imply you were stacking ... I was only asking for clarification, and mostly interested in the brand / mAh you were using in your VTR. As I plan to get one soon, knowing which battery performs well would be a good piece of info to have :)

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