Anyone who is just getting into vaping knows that when
it comes to coils,
there are a lot of decisions to make.
The type of wire, wick size, and resistance level all have an impact
when it comes to determining the many aspects of a vape session.
Now, one factor that’s rarely considered is the size
of the coil. When we talk about the
size of a coil, we’re referring mostly to its diameter, although coils can vary
slightly in length as well. However,
length isn’t nearly as important as diameter, so that’s what we’ll be focusing
on today. As you’ll see, the diameter of
your coil can make a dramatic impact on things like flavor and cloud
production.
It’s important to note that this guide applies to both
DIY vapers who build their own coils and vapers who stick to pre-made
coils.
If you’re a DIY vaper, you can use this
knowledge when building your next configurations.
If you’re a standard vaper, you can be a
more discerning shopper by knowing exactly what to get.
Large vs. Small Coils: What’s the Difference?
Whether you go with a large or small coil is your
call. What matters is that you stay open
to trying new diameters in order to find your unique sweet spot. Vaping is all about experimenting, after all,
as you will soon find out here.
It’s All About That Diameter
Most standard vape coils are about 2mm in
diameter. This allows them to fit
securely in the tank and provide a good balance between vapor production and
flavor. You see, the diameter of the coil
structure determines how much juice can flow between the wick and the
exterior. This directly impacts how much
juice your coil’s wick can absorb as well as the heating surface area that
turns the e-liquid into vapor.
-Large coils are anything above 2mm.
-Small coils tend to refer to coils that
are 2mm or below.
Most vapers who prefer large coils stick with a
diameter between 2.5 and 3mm.
Large Coils: Pros and Cons
An influx of DIY vapers are opting for large
diameters. Why? Because the majority of DIY vapers these days
are cloud-chasers, so in that sense, they want to build a coil that will
produce the largest, thickest clouds of vapor.
Wider diameters are conducive to cloud-chasing because
they allow for more e-liquid to enter the wick.
The more saturated a wick is with vape juice, the more vapor will be
produced when you fire your device. This
means that your clouds will be extremely big and very dense.
Larger diameters also produce vapor that feels cooler
as it enters the mouth. Many vapers enjoy
this, but some prefer warmer clouds.
One drawback is that the wider the diameter of the
coil, the less bold the flavor of the e-liquid.
If you’re someone who wants to have an even balance between flavor and
cloud production, you might want to stick with something around the 2mm
range.
Small Coils: Pros & Cons
Essentially, the narrower the diameter of your coil,
the more intense the flavor will be.
This is because of the way in which the coil heats the e-liquid. With less space to absorb vape juice, the
flavor becomes much more concentrated.
That’s because just a small amount of e-liquid can get into the wick at
a time, which intensifies the taste of the vape juice.
Smaller coils also produce warmer vapor, which is
appealing to many vapers. However, don’t
expect astounding cloud production. The
tighter the coil, the less e-liquid can saturate it. Therefore, you’ll only be able to get so much
vapor per hit when you take a puff.
Which One is Right for Your Setup?
Clearly, larger coils produce cooler, more abundant
vapor while smaller coils give you a strong flavor and a warmer draw. So, use that as your general guide when
choosing a coil to build or purchase.
But, as for the exact diameter down to the
milliliter? That’s completely up to you.
Like all things with vaping, choosing
the right diameter is a matter of trial and error. If you’re a DIY coil builder, you can easily
explore different configurations without spending too much money. If you’re not a DIY vaper, you’ll have to
invest in packs of coils in different diameters while figuring out what you
like best.
Remember that vaping is all about finding your sweet
spot. Someone may feel that 2.5mm is the
ideal coil diameter, but for you, it’s just not cutting it. The exploration process is part of the fun,
so don’t get frustrated if it takes a while to figure out what works for
you. Again, always be open to trying out
new things in order to discover new vaping attributes that you didn’t know you
enjoyed. Plus, at The Vape Mall, we
carry a huge selection of coils for your sub-ohm tank or open pod cartridge.
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