Vaping Glossary

Confused by vaping jargon? Get clarity with our comprehensive Vape Glossary, covering essential terms in the e-cigarette world. Visit Smokz Vape Store for all your vaping needs!

A

Atomizer

• The component in a vape device that heats the e-liquid to create vapor.

B

Battery

• Powers the vape device. Can be built-in or replaceable vape battery.

Box Mod

• A vape device with a rectangular shape, often with advanced features like variable wattage and temperature control.

C

Coils

• Replaceable components in the atomizer that heat up to vaporize the e-liquid known as vape coils or atomizer heads.

Cloud Chasing

• The act of producing large vapor clouds, often done with high VG e-liquids and sub-ohm devices.

D

Drip Tip

• The mouthpiece of a vape device.

DIY E-Liquid

• E-liquid made by the user, involving mixing base liquids, flavours, and nicotine.

E

E-Liquid (E-Juice)

• The liquid used in vape devices, available in various flavours and nicotine strengths.

F

Flavours (E-Liquid Flavours)

• Varieties of tastes available in e-liquids, such as fruit, dessert, menthol, and tobacco.

G

Grub Screws

• Small screws used in rebuildable atomizers to secure coil wires.

H

High VG:

• E-liquids with high vg vegetable glycerin content, producing thicker vapor and a smoother hit.

I

Inhale

• The act of drawing vapor into the mouth or lungs from the vape device.

J

Juice

Another term for e-liquid or ejuice uk.

K

Kanthal

• A type of wire used for making vape coils, known for its durability and high resistance.

L

LED Indicator

• Lights on the vape device that provide information like battery status and power levels.

M

Mod

• The main body of the vape device that houses the battery and controls.

MTL (Mouth-to-Lung)

• A vaping style where vapor is first drawn into the mouth and then inhaled into the lungs, similar to smoking look for starter vape kits.

N

Nicotine Salts

• A form of nicotine that provides a smoother throat hit and faster absorption, often used in higher strength e-liquids also known as nic salts uk or salt nic.

O

Ohm

• A unit of resistance used to measure the resistance of the vape coil. Lower ohms typically produce more vapor and require more power.

P

Pod System

• Compact and user-friendly vape devices that use refillable or disposable pods instead of traditional tanks look for pod vape kits.

PG (Propylene Glycol)

• A base ingredient in e-liquids that provides a stronger throat hit and carries flavour well.

Q

Quartz Coil

• A type of coil made from quartz, often used in concentrate vaporizers for quick heating and pure flavor.

R

RDA (Rebuildable Dripping Atomizer)

• An atomizer where users manually drip e-liquid onto the coils and wicks.

RTA (Rebuildable Tank Atomizer)

• An atomizer that combines the rebuildable features of an RDA with the convenience of a tank.

S

Starter Kit

• A package that includes everything a new vaper needs to get started, typically including a mod, tank, coils, and charger.

Sub-Ohm

• Refers to coils with a resistance below 1 ohm, used for producing larger clouds and intense flavour.

T

Tank

• The component of a vape device that holds the e-liquid and houses the coil also known as vape tank or atomizers vape tank.

Throat Hit

• The sensation felt in the throat when inhaling vapor, often influenced by nicotine strength and PG content.

U

USB Charger

• A charging device for vape batteries that connects via USB.

V

Vape

• The act of inhaling vapor from an electronic device.

Variable Wattage

• A feature in advanced mods that allows users to adjust the power output to their preference.

W

Wicking Material

• The material inside the coil that absorbs e-liquid, commonly made of cotton.

X

X-Tank

• A type of tank design, often cross-compatible with different mods (this term is less common and more of a placeholder for creative branding).

Y

Yield

• The amount of vapour produced by a device, influenced by factors like wattage, coil resistance, and airflow settings.

Z

Zinc Alloy

• A material commonly used in the construction of vape mods for its durability and lightweight properties.

This glossary covers the essential terms and concepts related to vaping, helping you navigate the wide range of products and features available at Smokz Vape Store.