Information about e-cigarettes and e-juice
Are you, like many others, completely new to the world of e-cigs and looking for information about what they are? Then you have come to the right place; here you will receive basic information about electronic cigarettes. We will go through everything step by step, from how to use and handle electronic cigarettes in the safest way. You will also receive basic information about the ingredients contained in e-juice.
Electric cigarette, e-cig, vape, electronic cigarette – what is it really called?
Electronic cigarettes have many names, from e-cig to vape (vapor, steam). When these terms are mentioned, we are not talking about different things but about e-cigarettes. You can choose whichever word you think fits best.
What does an e-cigarette consist of?
An e-cig consists of several different units that work together to create flavored vapor. It is important to know that e-cigarettes do not produce smoke but rather flavored vapor; the flavor varies depending on which flavoring you have in your e-juice.
Mod (the battery that supplies the power)
First, you have a mod (battery); this is where the power is driven through to send electricity to the vaporizer / burner located in your tank (liquid container). The size and shape vary from e-cigarette to e-cigarette; there are very small and convenient ones, and then there are larger models that are heavier and can deliver large, dense clouds when you exhale the vapor.
Tank, Atomizer, Clearomizer (liquid container)
There are also many terms used when talking about the liquid container, but the most common vape term for a liquid container is tank; it works just as well to call it a liquid container. The tank’s purpose is to store your e-juice. Your tank is sealed with O-rings that seal it and prevent the e-juice from leaking out. There are also built-in tanks; these e-cigarettes are called “AIO,” which stands for All in One.
Coils, burners / vaporizers
This is the unit that vaporizes your e-juice and creates flavored vapor. Inside the coil there is cotton that absorbs the e-liquid. It is important to know that if you insert a new coil, you must either “prime” it or let the cotton absorb the e-juice for approximately 10 minutes before using the product. You can read our previous post about tips on how to extend the life of your coil; you can find the post here.
Driptip - Mouthpiece
This is the unit you inhale from, and mouthpieces can vary in size. There are small and narrow mouthpieces as well as wider driptips that allow the user to increase vapor production.
What is ohm? How does it work?
When talking about ohm, we are talking about the resistance of your coil, meaning the thickness of the wire inside the coil. If your coil has a high ohm rating, it draws less battery power from your battery because it uses lower amperage (amps), and you cannot achieve high wattage (power); this usually refers to ohms between 1.0 and 2.0 ohms. This is recommended for beginners to vaping.
There is something called sub-ohm vaping, which means vaping below 1.0 ohm. When you are below 1.0 ohm, it draws more battery power because more amperage is required to drive the current from your battery through your e-cigarette. With sub-ohm vaping, you can achieve larger vapor clouds and the flavor experience becomes better; we do not recommend sub-ohm vaping for beginners.
Safety regarding electronic cigarettes
Safety is most important, and the electronic cigarettes we sell have a built-in chip with several safety measures, such as short-circuit protection, which protects your chip and prevents the mod from firing, thereby avoiding accidents. There is also a 5-click safety system that makes it relatively child-safe.
For example, if you have forgotten to turn off your e-cigarette, there is a cutoff protection that switches off your e-cig if the fire button is held down for more than 10 seconds. You can always be sure that we at cigge.se only sell products that are safe to use.
Our simpler e-cigarettes have a built-in battery that you charge via USB. When charging it, you should be careful when inserting and removing the cable to reduce wear on the port.
With our more advanced e-cigarettes, you need to purchase external batteries; it is very important that you handle your batteries correctly.
Here are some tips on what you can do to increase safety around you:
- Always keep an eye on your batteries when charging them in external chargers
- Make sure you insert your batteries in the correct direction to avoid short circuits / venting
- Store your batteries in a plastic case (do not carry your batteries loose in your pocket!)
- Make sure there is no damage to the battery (also make sure that the wrap around the battery is intact)
- Always turn off your e-cig when you are not using it (e.g. when putting it in your pocket)
- Avoid letting your batteries come into contact with other objects (especially metal)
- Close the airflow when traveling (avoid the risk of leakage)
- Always make sure that you have e-juice in your liquid container to avoid burning the coil
I want to quit smoking and start using e-cigarettes
If you want to quit smoking but are looking for something that can fill the void after you have smoked your last cigarette, electronic cigarettes are the perfect solution for you who want to quit smoking. Since their introduction, e-cigarettes have helped thousands of people stop using tobacco and reduce their nicotine intake, even to the point where users have completely stopped using nicotine.
We have affordable e-cigarettes that will satisfy your smoking cravings. For beginners, we recommend our popular eGo AIO starter kit. This kit includes everything you need to get started; you only need to purchase e-juice. We can offer tobacco flavors, menthol, classic fruit flavors—whatever you are craving, we have it! We recommend our regular e-juice range for this electronic cigarette.
If you are considering a slightly larger e-cigarette, we can recommend our Stick V8 2000mAh starter kit. This e-cigarette is somewhat more powerful than the eGo AIO and does not have a built-in tank. The Stick V8 has a wider mouthpiece and delivers greater vapor production and, to some extent, more flavor as well. This starter kit also includes everything you need to get started except e-juice. With this e-cigarette, you can vape e-juices from our e-juice range.
There is also the option of starting to mix your own unique e-juice with your selected flavorings. Who knows, perhaps strawberry and tobacco taste good together? It is up to you to find out!
What ingredients are in an e-juice?
There are different blends, and they vary from company to company, but the common ingredients are VG (vegetable glycerin) and PG (propylene glycol), as well as flavorings. It is also possible to buy e-juice with nicotine in different nicotine strengths. With the new shortfill concept, vapers can buy completely nicotine-free e-liquids and then purchase nic shots to mix into the e-juice. We have created a video guide that simply explains how to do this.
More information about PG (propylene glycol)
Propylene glycol is a solvent commonly found in skin creams and shampoo. PG is described as a colorless liquid and is antibacterial. PG is also included in snus products and is used as a food additive. Propylene glycol creates the “throat hit” when you vape, and PG also brings out the flavor of your e-juice better.
More information about VG (vegetable glycerin)
VG is produced through an extraction process called hydrolysis. You can find products containing vegetable glycerin in, for example, beauty products, hand cream, baked goods, toothpaste, and food products. Vegetable glycerin adds sweetness to your e-juice and reduces the throat hit. You also get greater vapor production compared with PG.
We recommend that you experiment and try different VG/PG ratios. If your e-juice contains a lot of PG, your throat may become irritated, and we recommend that you drink plenty of water when vaping to avoid throat irritation.
At cigge.se, we have divided our range into three different sections to make it as easy as possible for you as a customer to navigate the different levels we have set up. Here you will receive an explanation of these different levels. Do you want to know more about vaping? Then read this post.
Regular
Regular is intended for beginners or for those who prefer somewhat smaller and simpler e-cigarettes. Here you will find affordable and reasonably priced e-cigarettes that do not require extensive knowledge or previous experience to use.
This also applies to the e-juice, where you will find a large selection of e-juice containing 10 ml of e-liquid and usually having a classic, simple flavor. In our regular e-juice range, we offer ready-mixed e-liquids with or without nicotine, with the nicotine-free options labeled 0 mg.
Premium
In our premium segment, you will find somewhat more advanced e-cigarettes that require some knowledge. The step up from regular is quite significant, as the e-cigarettes in the premium segment offer greater vapor production & flavor experience, which may feel overwhelming if you have previously puffed on a simple e-cigarette that does not deliver as much flavored vapor.
You need to have a good understanding of battery handling, as our premium mods do not contain a built-in battery; instead, you purchase external batteries and insert them yourself. It is very important to know how to store and handle your batteries before getting into premium e-cigarettes.
Premium E-juice / E-liquid can offer you somewhat more complicated e-juices with different flavor combinations. These e-juices are sold in larger formats and completely nicotine-free, as it is prohibited by law to sell e-juices over 10 ml that contain nicotine. You can, however, purchase nic shots and mix in your own nicotine—a very simple solution for those who want nicotine in their e-juice.
Advanced
In our advanced section, you will find advanced e-cigarettes. Here you will also find RDA / RTA and RDTA. We recommend these e-cigarettes to experienced vapers who have good knowledge of electronic cigarettes. Here you will also find wire so that you can create your own coils, perfect for those who enjoy technology and the entire DIY concept.
If you have any questions and are looking for answers, we are here for you. Contact us either by phone or email our customer service at support@cigge.se
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