Vape Coils

Mesh coils for vapes have a flat wire mesh that heats more evenly than traditional wire coils. This means they produce richer flavour and thicker vapours. Examples include Aspire Nautilus Mesh Coils, Aspire AF Mesh Coils, and SMOK TFV16 Lite Coils.

Mesh coils last longer than traditional wire coils. On average, mesh coils can last between one to two weeks, but this depends on how often you vape and the type of e-liquid used. Sweet or heavily flavoured juices tend to gunk up coils faster.

Vape juices with both moderate to high VG and PG are ideal for mesh coils. For example, if your mesh coil resistance is 0.1 ohms, you’ll require a high VG e-liquid. On the other hand, if your coil supports high resistances, like 1.0, you should go for a higher or 50/50 PG. Fruity and menthol flavours work well with mesh coils as they provide clean flavour without excessive residue.

Mesh coils perform best in vape kits designed for Mouth-to-Lung (MTL) and Direct-to-Lung (DTL) kits. Popular kits compatible with mesh coils include the Smok Nord 2 Kit, Vaporesso Luxe Q Pod Kit, and Vaporesso Armour GS 80W Vape Kit. These devices use replaceable or built-in mesh coils which offer consistent heating and better flavour.

These coils are made by wrapping thin wire into a spiral shape. These are often made from Kanthal, stainless steel, and Nichrome. The thickness of the wire and the number of wraps affect how fast the coil heats and how much vapour it produces.

Wire coils made from stainless steel or nickel offer the best flavour due to their stable heating properties and compatibility with temperature control vaping. Stainless steel coils provide a clean. The best part of these coils is that they are compatible with both temperature control and wattage modes.

Wire coils can burn faster if not properly primed or if used with high-sugar e-liquids that leave residue. Kanthal wire coils tend to handle heat well but may still burn out sooner if the wick dries. Using devices with adjustable power settings and regular coil maintenance, like priming and cleaning, helps prevent premature coil burn.

Yes, many advanced vapers make wire coils at home. Building your own coils lets you customise the vaping experience by choosing the wire type, thickness, and number of wraps. You’ll require some tools like wire cutters, a coil jig or rod, and a way to check resistance.