510 Thread Batteries

What is a 510-thread battery?

Just like Vape Pens, a 510 thread battery is an Oil Vaporizer that uses '510 threading', which is the universally sized thread that connects a vape battery to oil cartridges.

The battery runs power through the cartridge's wick and heats the oil for you to inhale.

The 510 in the name stands for the 10 threads each of 5mm on the connection port where the cartridge screws into.

How to use a vape battery?

The vape cartridge you use comprises of three main parts; the atomizer, a mouthpiece, and the Vape Cartridge that you're using. 

Once your cartridge is installed into the 510-threading of the battery, it's as easy as inhaling or pushing the button to produce vapor. 

Tips for buying 510 Thread Batteries

Battery Life 

As a rule of thumb, you'll be able to get about 200 hits from 500mAh of battery life, which would be equivalent to about 2-3 days of heavy use. Be sure to get a larger battery if you will be using your vape frequently.

Inhale Activated vs. Button Activated

Draw-activated batteries work best with thin oils because they heat up quickly and easily. They usually have a voltage of 3.8V.

For thicker oils or for those that prefer bigger clouds, a button-activated 510 battery can be more helpful to pre-heat the oil. Button-activated batteries will also normally have voltage control.

If you still need a bit more help, we suggest checking out our list of the Best Vape Pens for Cartridges.

Portability

Thinner 510 vape pens will be much easier to carry around in a pocket. The bigger batteries like the CCell Palm might have a bigger battery capacity, but they're bigger and more difficult to travel with. Some draw-activated batteries like the Tronian Tautron also have a submerged cartridge design to improve portability. 

Types of Cartridges

At your local dispensary, you'll be able to find a wide array of cartridges ranging from CBD, Indica, and sativa, as well as hybrids. They'll come in a wide variety of flavors and potency, so make sure to ask your local budtender if you need help selecting the right cartridge to buy! There are also different sizes of cartridges ranging from 0.5mL to 2mL. Just know that the hidden cartridge 510 batteries like the CCell Silo can only handle up to 1mL sizes, whereas 510 Thread Pens like the Tronian Nutron can use any size of cart.

• Distillate

Distillate is an oil extract that focuses on having one kind of cannabinoid. For example, these oils can be focused on having a high percentage of CBD, THC, or CBN.

• Live Resin Cartridges

Live resin cartridges will often have better flavor and smells than other carts because of the higher concentration of terpenes and flavonoids being vaporized. They are made from freshly harvested and isolated cannabis concentrate. Usually, this will make them more expensive than full spectrum carts.

• Full Spectrum Oils

Full spectrum oils are a concentrated form of a certain strain that is mixed with a thinning agent to be able to be vaped in the wick. It will have great flavor but won't be as strong as live resin or distillate carts on average.

How to attach a cart to your battery?

With most 510 vape pens like the Tronian Pitron, attaching your cartridge to the battery is as easy as screwing the cartridge into the battery's threading. A few models will have a magnetic adapter which you screw onto the cartridge before dropping it into the slot of the battery.

How do you charge a 510-thread battery?

510 vapes will be able to get charged in one of three ways: Micro-USB, USB-C, or a threaded USB-A adapter on the 510 thread. You can expect them to charge in under an hour. 

510 Thread Battery Pros

• Portable size
• Affordability
• Can last a whole day of inhales
• Easy to swap cartridges in and out

510 Thread Battery Cons

• Hidden cartridge vape batteries will be limited to 1mL cartridges
• Heavy users will need to charge them often
• Generally will last less than a year before dying

Why buy a cart pen from Tools420?

Here at Tools420, we only sell cart pens that we truly believe in. We put each vape battery to the test before we list it for sale and can happily answer any question you have on our live chat site feature. 

As well, all of the vape batteries we carry also come with a warranty so that you don't find yourself with a heap of broken vapes only good for collecting dust. We also offer free shipping on orders over $70.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you clean a 510-thread battery?

If you think that your cart pen or cart needs cleaning then the only two parts that will require maintenance are the 510-thread and your cartridge mouthpiece, which you can clean with an alcohol wipe. 

Are weed oil cartridges included with a vape battery?

No, you'll have to pick up your choice of cartridges at a dispensary. Make sure to buy from a real vendor to ensure that they are made legitimately!

How much do vape batteries cost?

The average 510-thread vape battery will cost between 10 to 50 dollars. 

Are there any 510 batteries compatible with concentrates? 

The G Pen Micro Plus is primarily made for concentrates through its ceramic bucket atomizer but has 510-threading that will adjust voltages when you screw on a 510-thread cartridge.

Are dab pens and carts the same?

Dab Pens are for waxy concentrates in an atomizer, whereas vape batteries need cartridges to work. You can read more about this comparison in our Dab Pens vs. Carts blog post!

What is a vapor cup?

Also known as 510 E-Rigs, a vapor cup like the Tronian Omegatron is a cartridge vape that uses a bubbler above its battery base. Once the vapor cup is filled with vapor, you can remove it and sip the vapor.

If this sounds like something that you'd be interested in, be sure to check out something like the Pulsar Sipper.

Why are they so popular?

Oil cartridges are by far the most accessible way to consume cannabis. Compared to any other form of smoking or vaping, all you'll need is a few seconds to get a quick hit in. 

How long does a 510-thread battery last?

A vape battery itself will last six to twelve months of use.