Guide To Disposable Vapes

Disposable vapes are a popular and convenient option for anyone wanting an authentic vaping experience on the go. These small devices can easily fit in your pockets, allowing you to take a puff whenever convenient. 

Unlike conventional e-cigarettes, disposable vapes are single-use. Once you run out of e-liquid, you dispose of them. But while this might sound like a negative, it is actually one of the main reasons they have become so popular. Many people curious about vaping prefer buying budget vapes and trying them for themselves instead of investing in more expensive refillable kits. 

If you don’t understand the world of disposable vapes, this guide will help. We discuss what disposable vapes are, how they work, and why you should use them. We also cover common problems people encounter when using them. By the end, you should feel more confident choosing the vape product that’s right for you. 

What Are Disposable Vapes? 

Disposable vapes are limited-use e-cigarettes designed to give you the conventional vaping experience at a lower cost. These devices contain all the regular components of standard vape kits but with fewer settings and dials to make them more affordable. 

Most brands sell disposable vapes in packs. Once you finish the first vape, you can move on to the next.

Unlike advanced e-cigarettes, disposable kits don’t usually have buttons or rechargeable batteries. Instead, manufacturers pack them with cheap components designed to last for the life of the e-liquid they contain, perhaps 500 puffs, to keep things affordable.

Because of this, disposable vapes are popular among people transitioning from tobacco smoking. Like cigarettes, you simply pick them up and start using them. You don’t need to fiddle around with settings, buttons, or moving parts to get them working. Each device is a self-contained unit, allowing you to get started straight away.

How Do Disposable Vapes Work?

Disposable vapes contain similar components to conventional e-cigarettes and refillable vape pods. These elements combine to generate an instant vape experience without the need to fiddle around.

All disposable vapes contain a battery, usually 400 mAh to 800 mAh. Batteries are essential because they provide the heat required to increase the vape juice’s temperature. Without this energy, disposables wouldn’t work.

Disposable vapes also contain a pre-filled pod with e-liquid sealed inside. You can’t (and shouldn’t) refill this from the outside. Most disposables use nic salt-based e-liquids. These vaporise at lower temperatures, requiring less battery power, helping reduce unit costs.

Lastly, every disposable vape must contain a coil and wick. The coil is the heating element and wraps around the wicking material that draws e-liquid from the pod. As vape juice heats up, it vaporises, producing the delightful puffs of vape vapers want.

Activation of disposable vapes works automatically. Most devices are draw-activated, meaning they kick into action when you inhale through the mouthpiece. (Some older devices had a button you had to press first). 

Once you activate the device, power surges from the battery to the heating element, warming it up. This process releases vapour from the e-liquid that travels through the chassis and out of the mouthpiece. 

Eventually, the disposable vape will run out of e-liquid or battery power. When this happens, you simply dispose of it. 

Why Do People Use Disposable Vapes? 

If disposable vapes run out, why do people use them? Several reasons. 

The main benefit is convenience. You don’t need to know anything about vaping to start using them. It’s plug-and-play. 

This contrasts with conventional vape pods with refillable cartridges. These are more challenging to use and require owners to read manuals and understand how they work in detail. 

There are other benefits of disposable vapes worth considering, too, including: 

• More flavours. Because most disposable vapes come in packs, you can sample numerous flavours at a low cost before settling on the ones you like. Most manufacturers offer multi-buys, letting you try their concepts before investing in a more expensive kit. 
• Recyclability. Disposable vapes are also becoming more recyclable. Brands are developing devices made from plastic and aluminium that local recycling plants can process. 
• Discreet. Disposable vapes are small devices you can take anywhere. Most are tiny enough to fit inside purses or pockets without anyone noticing. 
• Portability. Disposable vapes are easy to carry with you. Brands make them lightweight, making them unnoticeable throughout the day. 

How To Avoid Dry Hits

Dry hits occur when you inhale on your vape but only get a vapourless, burnt taste in your mouth. It’s not necessarily dangerous, but it can be unpleasant. 

Disposable vape kits are more prone to dry hits than larger models. While manufacturers build systems into refillable products that keep vape juice flowing, disposable brands don’t. 

Dry hits are more likely to occur when you drag too hard and fast. Big puffs can dry out the wick, giving the coil nothing to work with. 

You can avoid this situation by puffing more slowly (particularly when you start). Pacing yourself gives time for the vape juice to saturate the wick material in contact with the coil. 

Also, keep an eye on the e-liquid levels in your device – another source of dry hits. If you are running low, orient the vape device so the vape juice can soak into the wick under the influence of gravity. 

When Should You Replace Your Vape Kit? 

You should replace your disposable vape kit when the vape juice runs out or the battery goes flat. Most brands build devices with cells that can vaporise all the e-liquid (and maybe a bit extra), so you don’t waste anything. 

You can keep buying disposables. However, if you enjoy vaping, you might want to move over to a kit with refillable pods and a rechargeable battery. While it might cost more in the short term, it can save you money over the longer haul.