So you’re ready to enter into the world of vaping but need to know some information on how it all works. So we decided to prepare a Beginner’s Guide to vape.

What Components Make Up My Vaping Device?

Drip Tip

The drip tip is where you inhale from. It’s the mouthpiece of your device.

Tank

The tank holds the e-liquid, keeping it ready for use.

Coil

The coil is a metal wire surrounded by a wicking material, usually cotton. It would help if you changed your coil every few days to a few weeks. If you notice a burnt taste, it’s likely time for a replacement.

Battery / Regulated Mod

This part contains the electronics and battery that heat your coil. The battery capacity is measured in milliamp hours (mAh), while the power output is shown in watts (W) or volts (V).

So, What Are Your Options?

Pods

Pods are designed for high nicotine and sub-ohm vaping. They’re popular among smokers looking to quit. There are two types:

  • Open Pod Systems: You fill them yourself with strong e-liquids.
  • Closed Pod Systems: Pre-filled pods that are easy to use.

Mod & Tank

There are many designs for mods and tanks that provide effective vaping with better battery life and power. They work well with low—and high-VG (Vegetable Glycerin) e-liquids.

RDAs, RDTAs, and Mechanical Mods

For advanced vapers, there are:

  • RDAs (Rebuildable Dripping Atomizers): These don’t hold much e-liquid; you drip it directly onto the coil.
  • RDTAs (Rebuildable Dripping Tank Atomizers): These tanks hold e-liquid and allow you to build your coils.
  • Mechanical Mods: These have no circuitry and connect the battery directly to the atomizer for a straightforward vaping experience.

Mouth to Lung (MTL)

This method involves less airflow, allowing you to draw vapour into your mouth before inhaling it into your lungs, mimicking the sensation of smoking.

Direct Lung (DTL)

This technique uses more airflow, letting you inhale vapour directly into your lungs.

What’s in E-Liquid?

E-liquid typically contains base ingredients like PG (propylene glycol) and VG (vegetable glycerin). These are mixed with flavours, giving you endless combinations to choose from. Our e-liquids come in various PG/VG ratios, including standard 50/50 blends and higher VG options for thicker vapour.

What is PG?

Propylene glycol is commonly used as a flavour carrier in foods and provides a throat-hit sensation when vaping. It’s thinner than VG and is considered non-toxic.

What is VG?

Vegetable glycerin (VG) is a sweet, thicker liquid that helps produce vapour. The more VG in an e-liquid, the smoother the vaping experience. Like PG, VG is also non-toxic.

What is sub-ohming?

Sub-ohm involves using devices with coils with less than 1.0-ohm resistance. This technique creates more vapour and flavour. Sub-ohm vapers typically inhale directly into their lungs, producing large clouds. They usually prefer e-liquids with a higher VG content for better vapour production, often opting for lower nicotine levels due to the increased output.

If you have any questions that this guide doesn’t cover, feel free to contact us at Dubai Vapor Hub at info@vapegulf.online. We’re here to help!