Introduce
Welcome to the world of Sub Ohm vaping , commonly known as Sub ohm. And no, this has nothing to do with Sub-Zero from Mortal Kombat, Sub ohm means when you use a type of atomizer that can work with coils with resistances below 1 ohm.
Sub ohm vaping can be summed up in just a few words: cloudchasing. If you are a cloudchaser, then Sub Ohm vaping is truly an irresistible « friend ».
Hopefully this article will answer all your questions and help you decide if Sub Ohm vape is right for you.
Why should you choose Sub Ohm?
Strong Vape: If you are a cloudchaser who loves to play with smoke, then Sub ohm vape is what you need.
Bold flavor: after enjoying the flavor of e-liquid with the Sub Ohm build using cotton wick, you will get bored with clearomizers using high resistance coils.
Warm vape smoke: because Sub Ohm requires a slightly higher wattage, you will feel your vape warmer. Of course, the large air holes of the atomizer will help solve this problem so you don't burn your lips, many people like this warm feeling because it simulates the feeling of smoking a cigarette.
Sub Ohm vapes not only produce strong vapor, they also give you a very distinct taste of the e-liquid in each puff. Because of this preference, vapers began to create coils with low resistance until the resistance value dropped below 1 ohm.
Since then, builders have started to have competitions to see who can build a coil with a lower resistance. So if you go into a vape shop and see a vaper producing bigger clouds than you, there is a high chance that vaper is using a Sub Ohm build. In short, no one can win a cloud contest with a build higher than 1 ohm.
How to Sub Ohm?
The world of vaping is still evolving and changing. Back in the day, if you wanted to vape Sub Ohm, you needed to buy a box mod or mech mod powered by 18650 batteries, kanthal wire and pure cotton, along with a minimal understanding of Ohm’s law and coil building. Today, you can buy a Sub Ohm tank and any box mod on the market that can handle 30W or more.
There are three main ways you can enjoy Sub Ohm vaping:
RDAs used to be the best solution for Sub Ohm. They are smaller than tanks and are often used with mech mods or box mods. RDAs only have one build deck to hold the coil and are wicked with cotton. Vapers will drip e-juice directly onto the coil and cotton before each vape.
RTA is for those who like to build coils but do not like to constantly drip e-juice. RTA is structured like a clearomizer and requires the vaper to directly build the coil. This type of atomizer gives the vaper the freedom to create the type of coil that suits their needs. Recently, there are many RTAs designed to be able to Sub Ohm with the appropriate build system and airflow.
Sub Ohm tanks are similar to RTAs, except that the coils are disposable and pre-made. They are a great option for those new to sub ohms who don’t want to try building coils. Sub ohms have become more accessible since the introduction of the Aspire Atlantis and Kanger’s Subtank line.
Should you vape Sub Ohm?
Here are some reasons why you shouldn't Sub Ohm:
MTL – Some vapers don’t like the lung hit that Sub Ohm provides. They often prefer the throat hit of MTL over a direct lung hit of Sub Ohm.
Stealth vape – If you come to vaping just to get enough nicotine without smoking cigarettes, then Sub Ohm is usually not suitable for you because this type of vape will attract a lot of attention, not suitable for use in public places.
Consumes a lot of e-liquid – The bigger the smoke, the more e-liquid you need. It can be said that Sub Ohm will need a larger amount of e-liquid, which will cost more than regular vapes. If you like to save e-liquid, Sub Ohm is not a good choice. You also need to lower the nicotine concentration in the e-liquid because when vaping Sub Ohm, big smoke means you will put more nicotine into your body. Most vapers who like Sub Ohm often use e-liquid with a nicotine concentration of 6mg or less, some even use nicotine-free e-liquid.
Are Sub Ohm Vapes Safe?
Is Sub Ohm vaping safe? The answer is yes and no. If you want to try Sub Ohm vaping, do your research first. You don't need to specialize in electronics, but knowing the basics of electricity and Ohm's law will ensure your safety when using this product line. Read the instructions and remember about battery safety. You can talk to people who are well-versed in this issue on vape forums or ask a reputable vape store staff for advice on the right battery for Sub Ohm vaping.
The safest way to enjoy the benefits of Sub Ohm vaping is to use regulated mods like the IPV4 and tanks like the Subtank Mini. Never use hybrid mech mods when sub ohming as they are very dangerous. If you are using a Sub Ohm tank with a mech mod, make sure the mech has a proper vent.
Make sure the battery type you are using is compatible with your Sub Ohm vape. Most Sub Ohm vapers usually use 18650 batteries purchased from reputable vape stores.
Conclude
Hopefully now you understand what Sub Ohm vaping can offer. Don’t just blindly follow the trend, do your research and think about whether Sub Ohm is really right for you. Like many other hobbies, vaping started as a way to quit smoking and quickly evolved into a hobby. And this hobby has now become a special sport.
