You’ve decided to buy your first vape kit, but you’ve run into a problem, you’ve never vaped before and you don’t know what to do. There’s no need to feel ashamed, most vapers have been through this information shock before.
Getting started with vaping isn't as easy as picking up a pack of cigarettes at the store, you have to choose the right mod, choose the right coil and battery, find the juice you like, and learn how to put all these separate parts together.
With all the little steps you have to take just to get your device up and running, it can be a little overwhelming the first time around. We want to help you through the process and give you some tips so you can get the most out of it.
Everyone has a first time.
At some point, we’ve all been there. We received our first kit, opened the box, and looked at the components inside with a puzzled look. Not understanding vape terminology, the instructions seemed to be written in an alien language.
We’ve all gone to YouTube to find references, but still can’t get it right. Maybe we missed an important step and burned the coil on the first turn, or didn’t screw the atomizer in tight enough and ended up with a lot of juice spilling out. All in all, don’t feel bad if you don’t know what to do, every vaper has had those first experiences and feelings of confusion.
Select first device
The type of mod you choose will have a big impact on your first vaping experience. For example, some mods are made specifically for DTL and are not suitable for MTL. Some vapers want the most cigarette-like experience, while others want to try a completely new vaping experience.
Vape pen: This type of device is cylindrical in shape and is best suited for those looking for a cigarette-like experience. Due to its shape and low power, this is the most popular type of device chosen by smokers to help them quit smoking.
Pod mod: Pod mod is the most convenient type of device. Unlike other types of devices, the design of pod mod is extremely simple and compact. Changing e-liquid for pod mod is simply removing the old pod and installing the new pod.
Box mods : As the name suggests, these devices are mostly box-shaped and come with a variety of options, such as power settings, battery life, atomizer size, and more. Box mods are a great choice for those who prefer a versatile, high-power device. Box mods are suitable for most vapers because they have the most power limits and the most customization features.
About ohms and power
The strength of a vape hit is determined by ohms and wattage. Don't worry, you don't need to be a physicist to understand this, it's actually very easy.
There are millions of vapers in the world, and each individual has their own idea of the ideal vaping experience. Some prefer a thick vapor, some prefer a strong flavor. Experimenting with different ohms and wattages can help vapers create the experience they want.
Ohm is a unit of resistance. The higher the resistance, the lower the current the burner receives. The lower the resistance, the higher the current passing through the burner, so more smoke is created.
Wattage is the amount of electricity the device puts out. Just increase the wattage, the more electricity will be generated, the warmer and thicker the smoke will be.
Essential Oils
Finding the right e-juice is also an important factor in having a good first experience. If you choose an e-juice you hate, you will have a negative reaction to vaping. There are thousands of e-juices to choose from, with varying PG/VG ratios and nicotine strengths. The perfect e-juice for you is out there somewhere, and knowing what you want will make it easier to find.
Nicotine concentration
Vape juice comes in different nicotine strengths. High nicotine strengths produce stronger hits, and are often used by heavy smokers. Using high nicotine juice with a high-powered machine can cause throat irritation, so sub-ohm vapers often choose low nicotine.
With regular devices, vapers often choose the type with no nicotine, or from 3 - 12mg. With pod mods, the nicotine concentration in the essential oil is often much higher.
Get the best vape experience
It can be a little daunting when you first vape, but remember, everyone has been there. Choosing the right mod and the right flavor for you will ensure you have the best first-time experience. Vaping is not one-size-fits-all, you have to experiment and find what works best for you. Too heavy? Switch to a lighter version. Too much smoke? Turn down the wattage. The vaping experience you want is out there, and you can find it through some fun experimentation.
