Cannabis Vapes and Battery Capacity

We are major fans of cannabis vapes over here at LIV. They are discreet, simple to use, portable, and have hella high THC. Since cannabis vapes use cannabis concentrates and oils, they hold anywhere between 75% to 95% THC!! Weed pens are also the second most sold cannabis products in the industry and projected to snuggle right into that spot above edibles and below cannabis flower sales.

Overview of 510 Battery Information

It's more than likely that any standard cartridge vape pen battery you see sold in stores is a "510" battery. The number 510 comes from the batteries threading style, setting each of the 10 threads exactly 0.5mm apart. When a cart is connected to the battery, the threads fit and lock together making a solid, tight, fit.
This particular threading is the most common type of battery connection which makes 510 cartridge batteries insanely universal throughout the vaping world. You will never have a problem finding a compatible cartridge that is 510 threaded. They are everywhere!

Types of Vape Batteries

Vape pens can include a battery and a cartridge with your chosen extract. The battery connects to the cartridge, which contains a heating element that turns the extract into vapor. This vapor is then inhaled through a mouthpiece attached to the cartridge.

Typically, vape batteries use conduction heating, where the extract is heated directly by coming into contact with a heat source. For instance, when using a vape pen with a 510 thread cartridge, the battery activates a heating element inside the cartridge. The heating element heats up and transfers the heat to the cannabis oil in the cartridge, changing it into vapor that can be inhaled through the mouthpiece. In a vape cartridge, the heating element is usually a metal coil that directly contacts the extract to vaporize it.

Vape Batteries for Cartridges – 510 Thread

Button vs. Buttonless Features

The standard, O.G. type of stylus battery is the buttonless variety. It goes by different names such as auto draw and slim vape pen. These batteries only work when you inhale from them, and the amount of voltage they produce depends on how hard you inhale.

Vape batteries with buttons add more fun and excitement to a customized experience. Some have just 1 single button used to turn the battery on and off. More advanced batteries have a "prep" option that preheats the cartridge and makes thicker oils easier and more smooth to hit.

Another customizable feature with button vape batteries is voltage/wattage adjustments. Having these at a low setting will give rich flavor while a high setting will produce a bigger, thicker vape cloud. Typical vape pen batteries have voltage settings between 3.3 and 4.8 volts and wattage settings between 40 and 50 watts.

Battery Performance and Specifications

Battery life of 510 Thread Batteries

Most vape pen batteries are lithium-ion. The battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), and most weed cart batteries range from 300mAh to 1000mAh. A higher mAh means a longer battery life between charges and is typically a bigger, bulkier battery. Your simple vape "pen" batteries usually have a 300mAh to 500mAh capacity, which is perfect for taking it along to run errands for the day.

How long your 510 battery will last before it needs to be charged will depend on a couple more things than just its capacity. Things like how long of a puff you take and if you turn off the power in between uses are huge determining factors. In general, a quality 510 vape pen battery should last you anywhere from 4 to 6 months, and over a year if you take care of it.

How many puffs does a weed battery last for?

Some vape batteries that have an LCD display will count each puff and how much battery is being consumed. If you have this information, you can take your battery capacity in mAh and divide it by the usage per puff in milliamps (typically 3 seconds, or 3 milliamps). If the battery capacity is 500mAh and you consume 3mA per puff, you can expect approximately 166 puffs before your battery is dead.

Choosing the Right Battery

Operating Vape Pen Batteries

To properly use and operate your vape pen battery, use the following info to guide you.

1. Charge the battery: It's more than likely that the vape pen you just purchased did not come fully charged. There are specific chargers that come with your new pen that are USB compatible and just need a charging dock. You want it to be 100% fully charged before the first use.
2. Attach your cart: For 510 threaded carts you will just screw the cart onto the battery. Make sure it is a snug fit but not too tight.
3. Turn the battery on: If you have a buttonless battery, you can skip this step. If your vape battery has a button, typically 5 clicks will do the trick.
4. Fine tune your hit: Some batteries allow you to customize the wattage/voltage/temperature you want your battery to run at. Just remember that lower settings will give you a flavor-rich but minimal hit, and higher settings will provide a more potent hit and bigger cloud of vapor.
5. Preheat (if applicable): Even some single button vape batteries come with this feature. Usually 2-3 clicks in a row activates a preheating element and takes around 20 seconds before you can fire the vape.
6. Inhale the good ish exhale the bad ish: All that's left is to press and hold the button and inhale! Most weed cart batteries have a 10 second timer which stops the battery from over-firing (continually running) and allows you to control your inhale length so you don't overdo it.
7. Last and most important: Those simple few clicks you did to turn your battery on, do the same action when you are done using your vape for a while. Turning the battery off when it's not in use will drastically prolong your battery life in between uses.

Maintenance and Care

Optimal Charging for Your Vape Battery

Keeping a weed cart around for months is super easy if you take care of it the right way. There are the obvious points like using the compatible charger with the proper charging port, and turning the battery off when you aren't using it. But, things like keeping it out of extreme heat and avoid over-draining the battery will have your battery lasting longer than your summer fling. We suggest recharging your battery when it reaches around 20-30% battery life.

How to clean your 510 battery connection

1. Turn the power off: Before cleaning, make sure your battery is turned off and disconnected from any power source.
2. Get cleaning supplies: You'll need some cotton swabs or a small brush, isopropyl alcohol (at least 90% concentration), and a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Clean the connection: Dip a cotton swab or brush into isopropyl alcohol, ensuring it is damp but not dripping. Gently scrub the 510 connection on both the battery and the atomizer or cartridge with the dampened swab or brush.
4. Dry and Wipe: Pay attention to any visible dirt, residue, or debris. Be careful not to apply excessive force or damage the connections. After cleaning, use a clean cloth or paper towel to wipe away any remaining moisture or residue.

Technical and Warranty Information

Warranty Information for 510 Thread Batteries

Since most vape pen batteries are lithium-ion, they have a working life of close to 5 years. But, there are a few things that can cause your battery to malfunction or stop working. Many battery companies provide a warranty, and as long as you adhere to simple guidelines, the manufacturer should be able to exchange your faulty battery for a new one.

Make sure to register your product on the manufacturer's website as soon as you get it. If there is ever a situation where your battery isn't charging, holding a charge, is overheating, or straight up not working properly, you can get a replacement.