Nicotine Vape

Why Choose Nicotine Vaping?

Vaping offers significant advantages over traditional smoking. There's no combustion, eliminating tar and many harmful chemicals found in cigarette smoke. Vaping produces no lingering smoke smell on clothes, hair, or breath—just dissipating vapor. It's more socially acceptable in many situations, offers thousands of flavor options beyond tobacco, and provides precise nicotine control from zero to high strengths. Many smokers successfully transition to vaping as a less harmful alternative.

Understanding Nicotine Strengths

Nicotine strength is measured in milligrams per milliliter (mg/mL):

Nicotine Salts (Pod Systems & Disposables):

• 20mg (2%): Light strength, casual vapers
• 35mg (3.5%): Moderate strength, typical disposables
• 50mg (5%): Strong, for heavy smokers or those needing maximum satisfaction

Freebase Nicotine (Mods & Tanks):

• 0mg: Nicotine-free, for flavor only
• 3mg: Very light, former light smokers
• 6mg: Light to moderate
• 12mg: Moderate, former pack-a-day smokers
• 18mg: Strong, heavy former smokers

Choose based on your previous smoking habits. Heavy smokers typically start with 35-50mg salts or 12-18mg freebase.

Disposable Vapes: Pros & Cons

Advantages:

• Ultimate convenience—no filling, charging (initially), or maintenance
• Perfect for beginners—zero learning curve
• Great for travel—TSA-friendly and portable
• Try many flavors without commitment
• Consistent performance throughout device life

Disadvantages:

• More expensive long-term than refillable devices
• Environmental waste concerns
• Limited customization
• Battery dies when e-liquid depletes (sometimes wasteful)

Disposables are ideal for beginners, occasional vapers, or those prioritizing convenience over cost.

Pod Systems: The Middle Ground

Pod systems offer the best balance between convenience and economy. They're nearly as simple as disposables, more cost-effective for regular vapers (replacement pods cost less than new disposables), produce better flavor than most disposables, offer rechargeable batteries, and provide some customization options. Popular for those transitioning from cigarettes who want simplicity with better value.

PG/VG Ratios Explained

E-liquids contain Propylene Glycol (PG) and Vegetable Glycerin (VG):

High PG (70/30 PG/VG):

• Stronger throat hit (more like cigarettes)
• Better flavor intensity
• Thinner liquid (better for small coils)
• Less vapor production
• Ideal for mouth-to-lung vaping

High VG (30/70 PG/VG):

• Smoother throat hit
• Massive vapor clouds
• Slightly muted flavor
• Thicker liquid (needs larger coils)
• Ideal for sub-ohm direct-lung vaping

50/50 Balance:

• Versatile for most devices
• Balanced throat hit and clouds
• Works in pod systems and small tanks

Vaping Techniques

Mouth-to-Lung (MTL): Similar to smoking cigarettes. Draw vapor into mouth first, then inhale to lungs. Used with higher nicotine strengths and pod systems. Mimics cigarette experience.

Direct-to-Lung (DTL): Inhale vapor directly into lungs like breathing deeply. Produces massive clouds. Used with lower nicotine strengths and sub-ohm devices. Different from smoking sensation.

Choose technique based on device type and preference. Former smokers typically prefer MTL initially.

Device Maintenance Tips

• Clean Regularly: Wipe down devices and connections weekly
• Replace Coils: Change coils every 1-3 weeks depending on use
• Charge Properly: Don't overcharge batteries; use appropriate chargers
• Store E-Liquids: Keep in cool, dark places away from sunlight
• Prime New Coils: Let new coils saturate 5-10 minutes before vaping
• Don't Over-Tighten: Hand-tight is sufficient for tanks and coils