Vape Guides

Welcome to Vaping Hardware’s vape guides! We have a vaping guide on almost every topic you can imagine, from building and wicking a coil, to choosing a nicotine strength and even whether you can vape while fasting! If you’re looking for a vaping guide and don’t see it here, or you have a specific vaping question, please contact us via our contact page here.

The Anatomy of a Vape Device: Understanding How Your Vape Works

This is a sponsored post on behalf of The Smoky Box and we’re not liable for the accuracy and/or content of this article. All but the most savvy of vapers tend to get confused by …

Do Disposable Vape Kits Make Larger Smoke Clouds?…

This is a sponsored post written by Larry Henderson. We at Vaping Hardware are not liable for the accuracy and/or content of this article. In recent years, vaping has gained popularity as an alternative to …

Are You Vaping Too Much | Here’s How to Know and What to Do About it

Are you vaping too much?… Vaping has become a hugely popular alternative to smoking in recent years, with many people turning to e-cigarettes to help them quit smoking altogether or simply as a healthier alternative …

Can You Vape On A Plane | Everything You Need To Know About Vaping & Air Travel

Let’s be honest, you’ve probably left the house asking yourself, “Will they allow me to take my vape?”. Whether you’re travelling abroad or just down the street to the next big NBA game, knowing where …

Why Does Vaping Make You Hungry | 7 Effective Strategies to Control Cravings When Vaping

The Munchies: Why Does Vaping Make You Hungry?… If you’re a vaper, you might have noticed that you tend to get hungry more often than usual. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as the “munchies”, is …

Re-Wick and Clean a Rebuildable RBA/RDA/RTA Coil | Performance Returns As Good As New

We’ve been asked several times now “How often should we replace the wick or coils in our rebuildable atomizers (RBA/RDA/RTA)?”. Also, “Should we replace the coil once it starts to get dirty or can they …

Does Vaping Keep You Awake | Top Tips From a Sleep Specialist

Does vaping affect your sleep? Does vaping keep you awake? Should you vape before bed?… You wouldn’t believe how many variations of this question we receive on a daily basis. The bottom line is, if …

Is Vaping Expensive? The #1 Factor To Consider

“Is vaping expensive” is quite probably the question we get asked more than any other. So if you’ve ever found yourself wondering about the cost of vaping, believe me you’re not alone. It’s a topic …

Does Vaping Break Wudu | A Muslim Scholar Weighs In

A Muslim friend of mine reached out to me recently with a question he’d been struggling with; does vaping break Wudu? Now I had no idea what (or who!) Wudu was, but I promised him …

Calculating PG/VG Ratio’s After Adding Nic Shots To A Shortfill Bottle

The intention of this quick guide is to explain and give an understanding, with examples, what the overall PG/VG ratio of a shortfill bottle is when a Nicotine Shot (Nic Shot) is added. At the …

What are the Best Temperature Settings for Vaping?

What’s the best temperature to vape cannabis? That question might be one of your first if you’re new to the world of dry herb or cannabis vaporizers. In this blog post we will provide some advanced …

Combining Nicotine Strengths / Calculating The Final Strength Of 2 Or More Different Nicotine Bases

Several times now we’ve been asked the questions “How can I calculate the overall nicotine strength of two different strength nicotine bases or shots”, “How can I combine nicotine strengths” and “Is it possible to …

Can You Vape While Fasting? | Vaping On A Diet

You wouldn’t believe how many times I’ve been asked if it’s ok to vape while fasting. Or whether vaping on a diet will help or hinder progress. Although I think the question I get most …

What is a Pod Vape Kit? Basic Pod Vapes to Advanced Pod Mods Explained!

Over the last couple of years, pod vapes have really gained a foot-hold in the vaping industry. In fact, it’s fair to say they’ve exploded onto the scene. Their popularity has increased 1000 fold and …

VPC Explained/ Variable Power Curve Advanced Settings

Variable Power Curve (VPC) is an advanced function or mode option on some mods. This mode enables the user to customize different power levels (wattage) in set increments, providing a power curve over a puff …

What is a Mechanical Mod? | Mech Mods Explained

Today I’m focusing on one particular vape device, the Mechanical Mod. This type of mod came about in the early 2000’s and was basically a modified flash light (torch). A metal tube providing a secure …

How To Mix E-Juice By Weight | Mixing With Electronic Scales

Learning how to mix e-juice by weight is really simple. All you need are the base ingredients (PG, VG, Nicotine and Flavor Concentrate) and a set of electronic scales. Our e-liquid calculator will tell you …

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Vape Coil | How To Prime A Coil, Coil Cleaning & More…

As you might have guessed, this post is all about getting the most out of your coil… But what do we mean by that? Learning how to prime a coil? Cleaning your coil rather than …

How to Choose a Pod System Vape | 5 Quick Tips for Choosing a Pod

With so many pod devices on the market today choosing one can be tricky! If you’ve never tried a pod before you’ll want to be aware of some of the pitfalls to look out for …

Calculating Current Drain | Regulated vs Unregulated

Calculating current drain as it relates to vaping can be confusing to say the least! Making matters worse is the fact that calculating current drain is completely different for regulated and unregulated mods (mechanical). Where …

Is Vaping Bad For Your Skin | Vaping And Skin Health

Is vaping bad for your skin? Does vaping age your skin? Could vaping actually cause skin problems? These are just some of the questions we get asked about vaping and skin health… The short answer …

Is Vaping Bad For Your Teeth And Gums | Vaping Oral Health

Is vaping bad for your teeth and gums? Does vaping cause gum recession? Will vaping stain teeth? These are just some of the questions we get about vaping and oral health… The short answer is …

Series and Parallel Vape Batteries | Do I Need to Pair my Vape Batteries?

Unless you’re totally new to vaping, you’re probably familiar with dual battery vaping devices and 18650 vape batteries. But… do you know the difference between series and parallel vape battery configurations? More importantly, do you …

What are Nicotine Salts / Everything you need to know about ‘Nic Salts’

Unless you spent 2018 living under a rock, you’ve no doubt heard of Nicotine Salts. Well I hadn’t been living under a rock. But I’ll be honest. I had no idea what Nicotine Salts were! …

Is Vape Smoke Harmful? What’s The Difference Between Smoke & Vapor?

Vape smoke… If you’re a vaper reading this then chances are the very term ‘vape smoke’ riles you up. And chances are you’ve also been asked at least one of these grating questions at some …

How to Re-Wrap a Vape Battery / 18650 Battery Wrapping

Keeping your vape batteries in perfect condition is essential if you want to get the most out of them with respect to longevity and safety. But what do you do if the wrap on your …

Is Vaping Addictive | From one ‘vape addict’ to another…

We all know cigarettes are bad for you and vaping is significantly better for your health. BUT the burning question… Is vaping addictive? If you’ve finally kicked your addiction to cigarettes and started vaping, you …

What Nicotine Strength Should You Vape | Nicotine Strengths Explained!

Choosing what nicotine strength to vape is probably the most important decision you’ll make as a new vaper… Pick a nicotine strength too low and you won’t satisfy your nicotine craving. Go too high and …

The Best Vape Memes | 25+ Hilarious Vaping Memes

It’s 2019 and vape memes are everywhere! Some good, some bad and some ugly… To save you from slipping down the rabbit hole of Google images in search of the best, I’ve put together a …

18650 Battery Safety: 10 Tips To Care For Your Vape Batteries

If you mention 18650 battery safety to most vapers you’ll be met with glazed over eyes and a stifled yawn! But we’ve all seen the headlines… “Man loses seven teeth after vape explodes in his face”. Its at this point the idea of learning some 18650 battery safety doesn’t sound like such a bad idea right!?

Vaping Glossary: A – Z of Vaping Terms

Whether you’re new to the vaping scene or a veteran vaper, you’ve no doubt come across a few vaping terms that have left you scratching your head in confusion! To help you avoid looking like a ‘newb’ at the vape store, we’ve created this detailed vaping glossary to keep you up to date with the latest vaping terms!

TPD Restrictions; Mixing E-Liquid with TPD Strength Nicotine

Has the TPD left you foaming at the mouth?! Are you wondering how to mix e-liquid following the TPD restrictions?! Today we’re going to take a look at one of the many aspect of those TPD restrictions; nicotine strength! If you’re used to blowing clouds of 24mg strength e-juice, how will the TPD affect you…

Nicotine Shots and Shortfill E-Liquid Explained!

“What is a Nicotine Shot?” you ask?! – “What is a Shortfill bottle?” you cry! You’re in luck, as it just so happens we’re going to take a brief look at the new TPD regulations and why Nicotine Shot and Shortfill E-Liquid is here to stay!

DIY Vape Juice | How To Make Your Own E Liquid In 6 Easy Steps!

With the rising prices of e-liquid and governments around the world calling for greater restrictions,it’s really never been a better time to learn how to mix your own e-liquid!

Nicotine Shot and Shortfill Calculator Guide

Welcome to Vaping Hardware’s nicotine shot and shortfill calculator guide! If it’s your first time using a nicotine shot and shortfill calculator, or you’re just unfamiliar with the format of ours, we’ve created this handy guide to get you started!

A Guide to Vaping Safety; Understanding Ohm’s Law

A Guide to Vaping Safety; Understanding Ohms Law – Come and join us as we take a look at Ohms Law and how it relates to vaping safety!

Vaping For Beginners | Vaping 101

Vaping Essentials; The Ultimate Guide for Beginners! – Looking to give up smoking but unsure where to start? Look no further! We’ve written this handy guide for those of you new to vaping! Join us as we take a look at exactly what vaping is and how to get started!

Vape Battery Guide – From Beginners to Advanced Vapers

Confused about how your vape battery works? Lost in the sea of availability when choosing a vape battery? Or maybe you’re just worried about how to safely charge your battery? Look no further! We’ve prepared this total battery guide to get you started!

E-Juice Steeping – How to Steep E-Juice and Improve the Flavor Fast!

Want to get the best flavour possible from your e-liquid? Let’s take a look at exactly what steeping is, how it works and the various methods used.

RDA Coil Wicking – Coil Wicking Tips & Tricks For That Perfect Vape Wick!

It’s easy to get lost in a minefield of wicking materials and methods! Fortunately, we’ve laid it all out for you in our handy wicking guide!

Coil Building Tips & Tricks – How to Build a Vape Coil in 6 Easy Steps!

Tired of average flavour and vapor production? Let’s take a look at one of the most important aspects of the vaping experience: Coil Building!

PG Intolerance: Recognising the symptoms and what you can do about it

Let’s have a look at what PG Intolerance is, what symptoms you may have and how you can enjoy vaping without using PG…

Coil Wrap Calculator Guide

If it’s your first time using a coil wrap calculator, or if you’re just unfamiliar with the format of ours, we wrote this handy guide to help you!

E-Liquid Calculator Guide

If it’s your first time using an e-juice calculator, or you’re just unfamiliar with the format of ours, we’ve written this handy guide to get you started!

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