The Amazing Technology Behind E-Cigarettes

E-cigarettes are now commonly used by people across the world, and have been accepted into society as a (healthier) replacement for regular cigarettes

14:20 03 May 2018

It is almost easy to forget that there were barely any on the market a decade ago, so the vaping revolution has occurred extremely fast. First released in China by Hon Lik, e-cigarettes have come a long way since their inception, and the technology contained within them is now of an exceptional standard. Here is a breakdown of the modern day e-cigarette. 

 

Atomiser

 

The atomiser (or cartomiser/clearomiser) is the small metal tube which is located near the top of the e-cigarette. It is this component which heats the e-liquid up to produce the ‘mist’ or water vapour which is associated with e-cigarettes. 

 

There are now many different suppliers of atomisers, cartomisers and clearomisers, like VIP, which allows vapers to customise and upgrade their e-cigarette to suit their needs. This has helped to give vaping a type of cult following, with vapers around the world now customising their e-cigarettes on a regular basis.  

 

Battery

 

Another essential piece of kit on the modern day e-cigarette is the battery. With most being made out of lithium, they pack a punch, and the majority are fully rechargeable. The battery provides the power for heating up the atomiser, and is also replaceable for those who wish to customise their e-cigarette. 

 

Many vaping devices have an interface which allows the user to control the voltage of the battery, thus allowing them to change the strength of each ‘hit’ they take. The higher the voltage, the more vapour is created, allowing the user to produce much larger, stronger clouds.

 

E-Liquid

 

Finally, the e-liquid, which is the source of all the vapour, is as innovative as it is fragrant. Produced from either propylene glycol or vegetable glycerine, this substance comes in a variety of different ‘flavours’, which give each e-cigarette its own unique twist. 

 

Most e-liquids also contain the stimulant nicotine, although it is possible to purchase e-liquids which are nicotine-free. When the atomiser heats the e-liquid up, it breaks down to produce the vapour which is inhaled by the user. 

 

E-cigarettes are likely to continue to be developed in the coming years, especially given their now mainstream popularity. That being said, the basic technology which they contain now is unlikely to change any time soon, which is testament to their innovative, revolutionary design.