Vape Coils: The Ultimate Guide

 

The most critical part of an atomiser is the vape coil, as it enables the production of resistance. This resistance, in turn, allows the tank to act as a delivery mechanism so that the vapours can be inhaled. 

Absorbent material and resistive wire are used to prepare these coils. The resistance produced by the coil increases the temperature of the e-liquid, converting it from an e-liquid into a vapour. 

How Is The E-Liquid Heated?

The quality of the coil is the main factor in determining how efficiently the entire vape functions. It is also one of the primary factors for user satisfaction derived from the overall vaping experience. 

A tank or cartridge will contain the coil. These tanks or cartridges heat the e-liquid through absorbent wicks or resistant wires. 

Wicks or wires are the materials used in making a coil. Kanthal is one of the most commonly used types of resistance wire, surrounded by absorbent materials such as cotton, usually in synthetic foam or fibreglass. 

Over time manufacturers have improved the quality of the materials used, and more significant innovation has gone into the coil design. The basic principle of the vape coil has hardly changed. 

A Coil’s Anatomy:

At present, several types of metals are utilised for constructing the wires of a coil, and thereby, becoming a factor in deciding the coil’s resistance. Apart from Kanthal, other manufacturers wiring is prepared using a combination of stainless steel, nickel-chrome, and titanium. 

Vape manufacturers have created a sub-market for vape coils. Vape coils heat to different temperatures producing different amounts of vape mist, flavour and experience. Sub-ohm coils have the least amount of resistance and provided a smoother taste. By offering vapers the choice of changing their coils, users can customise their vape to suit their taste and needs. 

Vape manufacturers are offering replacement coil options, including almost all types of metals on offer in the market while designing coils. This versatility in coil choices leads to a higher number of flavours and, by extension, experiences during vaping. 

Vaping technology allows the user to manage various settings. For example, temperature control settings can improve the conductivity between the coil and battery. 

The resistance values for measuring coils decrease with an increasing maturity in the industry. Currently, it is common practice to use coils with a resistance below 1.0 ohm. In 2009, the only coils available on the market was 2.0 ohms. The name ‘sub-ohm’ is commonly used to denote wires with a value of under 1.0 ohms. 

Such a trend can be explained in several, similar ways. This means that a drop in resistance leads to an increase in the production of clouds. The ‘sub-ohm’ style is also called ‘race to the cloud’. 

From a trend, this approach has evolved into the industry-standard - since premium-quality tanks available are examples of technological innovations and advancement, leading to the development of highly efficient atomisers. 

Lower resistance leads to more reliable and faster heating of the coil. This means that sub-ohm coils can easily endure temperatures going up to three digits. 

When using vape devices that quickly heat up sub-ohm coils, it is recommended that you fill the tank with e-liquid. This is because, apart from leading to quicker heating of the coil, it also leads to an increase in heating power, which means that a higher quantity of e-liquid will be consumed. 

Consumers need to ensure that the coil is well-saturated with e-liquid, also called ‘coil priming’. 

Nicotine diffusion is another occurrence, which is increased as a direct result of the low resistance of the atomisers 

As far as adsorbent materials used to retain e-liquids and preserve flavours are concerned, there have also been some significant changes.

 The synthetic kind of foam which the very first cartomisers used are almost entirely out production today. Modern-day coils are made up of vegetable fibre, which, with their high capillarity, enables a better flow of e-liquid to the atomiser. Ceramic coils are also gaining popularity, and are fast replacing the cotton in coils. 

When Should You Alter The Resistance:

To effectively monitor resistance, you must pay close attention to the performance and functioning of the device. To maximise your experience and be able to determine the point when the coil’s useful life has ended. As a rule of thumb, when the taste feels stale, aged, or burnt, you need to replace the wires or the coil, depending upon the type of cartridge or tank that you are using. 

If you are using an RTA or RDA, you may have to pay close attention and rewire and rewick the coil. 

You can also visually inspect to make sure that the resistance is clean. According to the Maillard effect, the heating of your e-liquid will go through degradation, which will cause dark residues on the resistance’s surface. 

Unfortunately, with certain coil types, it is almost impossible to visually inspect, as the cotton and resistive wire cannot be seen with the naked eye. Therefore, users will have to trust their taste-buds for detecting resistance. If you are a daily user, the coil may need to be changed every couple of weeks.

 

How To Decide Which Coil To Purchase?

Every Clearomizer comes with a specific type of resistance. Certain Clearomizer models do permit the use of the same resistor models, in which case, you will have to check the material sheet and get a compatible resistor. Additionally, you might want to focus on resistor values and the material used to make the resistive wire, for correct settings of the battery or mod. If the resistance is below 1 ohm, you do not need to increase the mod power by a significant amount. 

When Should You Change Coils?

Generally, when the e-liquid taste diminishes or fades, it is time to change the resistance. This period spans a few weeks typically but can be less if the e-liquid clogs resistance easily. 

Conclusion:

By now, you should have a fair idea of how vaping coils work, and therefore, you have enough knowledge to make an informed decision on how to purchase a vape coil. To check out a wide variety of high-quality vaping coils, feel free to visit Vapourz Lounge at any time.