Fogstar Blog

January 1, 2024 Ben Facer

How to Keep Vape Batteries Safe

Ahh...vaping, whether it’s taking a break from the stress of work or relaxing in front of the TV on the weekend, it’s one of our favourite pastimes. Yet, as with any electrical device, there’s an inherent risk when using a vape that needs to be considered. One of the main components requiring care and to be kept safe is the battery.

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December 13, 2022 Ben Facer

UPDATE - Royal Mail Strike Action
Royal Mail has informed us there will be scheduled strike action in December. During this time you may experience a significant delay to your order.

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October 18, 2022 Ben Facer

What are battery wraps for?
As cool and aesthetic as ours are, battery wraps aren’t used solely for keeping up appearances. They’re really there for safety reasons. High-quality battery wraps protect the battery’s metal case from any external contact that could compromise it’s performance.
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October 17, 2022 Ben Facer

Why we love the Molicel P28A…
They’ve been described by industry chieftain Mooch as “a great performing cell”, they've also been described as “the best 18650 battery available bar none”, and “simply the best 18650 battery I've ever used” by Fogstar customers. If you’ve never used a P28A cell before, the question remains - why not?

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September 26, 2022 Ben Facer

Rechargeable vs. Non-Rechargeable Batteries
Non-Rechargeable batteries are not designed for reuse, let’s get that out there right away. It is never a good idea to try and recharge standard batteries - we know at least one of you will try it anyway, but at least we can sleep tonight knowing we told you so!
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September 5, 2022 Ben Facer

What are the best 18650 batteries?
Whilst it’s not quite a lavish awards ceremony, it is a recognition of some truly quality products available out there on the market. We selected nominees for five categories, each curated with care by our expert team.
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August 11, 2022 Bec Baker

The difference between AA and 18650 batteries
Whether it’s an AA or 18650 battery, both are two contrasting products that play a critical role powering the equipment we use in our everyday lives. Without them, let’s be honest, we’d probably feel very lost!
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August 4, 2022 Bec Baker

Are vaping devices allowed on planes?
We can’t think of anything more distressing, more horrifying, more of a mood killer than getting ready to go on holiday, only to have your vaping equipment confiscated because of a misunderstanding over the airline’s e-cig policies.
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July 11, 2022 Ben Facer

The REAL difference between EVE Grade A and Grade B LiFePO4 Prismatic Cells
It’s all well and good trusting retailers' assumptions of whether a LiFePO4 prismatic cell is Grade A or B, however, our recent analysis of the market has come to find that many retailers are not being anywhere near as transparent as you’d expect.
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May 10, 2022 Ben Facer

What is a flat top 18650 battery?
It’s safe to say we’d be lost without our cherished batteries. All electronic devices you possess have some sort of battery buried inside them. From computers to mobile phones, you’ll need batteries to keep them alive and kicking, and this sentiment also rings true for your treasured vape.
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