What happens if the battery wrap is damaged?
Mar 16, 2014 · ambientech Super Member Verified Member ECF Veteran. Sep 27, 2011. somewhere. If the battery has a lot of life left, remove the shrink wrap, order some 29mm-32mm shrink wrap (29mm is the perfect size but up to 32mm will work) and re-wrap it. ambientech, Mar 12, 2014. ambientech, Mar 12, 2014. #7.
How many times can you re-wrap a vape battery?
Apr 20, 2019 · If the battery wrap is damaged (frayed, torn, ripped etc) it could cause a short circuit. Using a battery in this condition is extremely dangerous! If the exposed metal comes in contact with your vaping device it could potentially catch fire or even explode! The same is true of a battery not transported properly.
Why do vape wraps need to be replaced?
Vape batteries' wraps crack for two reasons: Poor handling. Improper handling of batteries may lead to damage, especially, on the wrap. If you do not store them in a battery case or pouch, they will get scratched eventually. Besides, it isn’t like they have any protection against external elements, thus, they become vulnerable to wear and tear.
Why do vape batteries need to be protected?
They get torn and nicked through normal wear and tear. Anything from the contacts in your mod, to your charger, or dropping them (which you want to avoid anyway, but it happens). When they don't have the outer wrap, they are basically live wires.
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Can you wrap a vape battery?
Yes. There is no limit on the amount of times you can re-wrap a vape battery. Provided of course, you always remove the existing wrap as mentioned above! The battery can be re-wrapped as often as needed to guarantee the wrap is in good condition.
Is it safe to use a battery wrap?
No. You should never compromise safety. The condition of the battery wrap is extremely important in terms of whether the battery is safe to use. The outer case of the battery needs to be protected at all times to avoid any possible shorts.
Why is the outer wrap on a battery important?
The outer wrap is there to protect the battery casing and provide a barrier between the metal housing and any possible external contact. If the battery wrap is damaged (frayed, torn, ripped etc) it could cause a short circuit. Using a battery in this condition is extremely dangerous!
Can a battery wrap cause a short circuit?
If the battery wrap is damaged (frayed, torn, ripped etc) it could cause a short circuit. Using a battery in this condition is extremely dangerous! If the exposed metal comes in contact with your vaping device it could potentially catch fire or even explode! The same is true of a battery not transported properly.
What is battery wrap?
A battery wrap is a heat shrinkable PVC sleeve that slots over the battery. The sleeve should be long enough to protrude over the top and bottom of the battery by approximately 3mm. When heated, the sleeve shrinks around the battery encasing it. All that will be visible is the bottom (negative) part of the battery (which is important for earthing) ...
What happens when you heat a battery?
When heated, the sleeve shrinks around the battery encasing it . All that will be visible is the bottom (negative) part of the battery (which is important for earthing) and the top (positive) part of the battery surrounded by the paper insulator. This paper insulator is held in place by the battery wrap and isolates the positive contact from ...
Is it cheaper to re-wrap a battery?
It is far cheaper to re-wrap your battery than to throw it away and get a new one. Identification of a paired (married) set of batteries. Having the same wrap (a custom wrap) on a paired set of batteries makes them easily identifiable.
Stock Battery Wrap Removal
This step involves carefully cutting a small slit in the top or bottom of your cell. After a notch has been cut, you can proceed to rip the wrap off carefully. Don’t worry if the wrap does not come off in one piece.
Getting Everything Ready
You’re going to want a really clean work surface for this. It should be free of dust and dirt etc., and big enough to lay your tools down. While this is not completely necessary, I’ve found that having a suitable work space when conducting ‘vape-related tasks’ can be a really easy way to boost efficiency.
Insulating Disk Placement
Before a wrap can be installed, the insulating disk needs to be placed above and around the positive terminal of your cell. Once you’ve done this, you’re ready to slide the wrap over the battery.
Centering The Wrap
Before applying heat, get a good feel for the wrap moving on the battery itself. You’ll want to hold the cell in the middle of the wrap, with equal space on the positive side and negative side; this will ensure that your wrap goes on evenly. Once you’ve re-wrapped a few times, this step will come naturally!
Applying Heat
Adjust your blow dryer to the lowest heat setting (if it does not have this adjustment, hold the dryer a few inches further away from the cell). While continuing to hold your battery inside the middle of the wrap (two fingers is the easiest way…), and making sure the insulator is centered over the positive terminal, turn the blow dryer on.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you have successfully re-wrapped your vape battery! Perfecting this skill will take time, but should come naturally with practice. Never rush yourself when re-wrapping, take all the time you need, and make sure they’re done right.
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Is an 18650 battery good?
Your 18650 batteries should always be in good condition as all it takes is a little nick to cause a potential short. Check you batteries often and thoroughly to keep yourself and your devices safe. If you find a small tear or find yourself holding a cell with its wrapper hanging off, you now have the skills needed to fix it quickly and easily at almost no expense.
How can I tell when my batteries need to be replaced?
When the positive/negative terminals have been damaged or compromised in any way.
Can I re-wrap batteries multiple times?
Yes, but I would not recommend it. You must maintain a certain level of awareness in relation to the age of you batteries and cycle life.
How are battery wraps damaged in the first place?
The protective material used to protect your cells is meant to outlive the cycle life of the battery in normal use conditions. However, vaping puts abnormally high level of stress on the wraps; this is mostly due to the continuous installation and removal of batteries.
How long does it take to re-wrap a single battery?
This process normally takes anywhere from 3-5 minutes depending on certain factors. A few basic tools are needed to accomplish the task, and a re-wrap can be performed with ease (as long as you’re comfortable with battery safety).
Can I use a batteries beyond the cycle life?
You can definitely find use for batteries beyond the listed cycle life. However, it is not safe to continue using your vape cells in the same vaping conditions (sub-ohm build, high wattage setting).
When should I replace them?
In an effort to avoid confusion, I label all of my plastic battery containers with the DD/MM/YY. That way I never lose track of how old the cells are, and based on personal vaping habits, I can get a good idea how many times each cell has been cycled.
Conclusion
Try not to over-complicate the whole re-wrap situation. By carefully inspecting your wraps at least once every use, you will ensure that everything stays safe. That way, when the need to re-wrap does arise, you won’t miss it!
