Vaping Terms Every Beginner Should Know

Getting into vaping may feel a little confusing at first due to the number of words used in everyday conversations about devices and liquids. Learning a few of the basic terms may make it easier to understand what others are talking about or what to expect from a product.

This short guide lists simple terms for anyone starting out with an Elf Bar UAE or similar device.

Vape or e-cigarette:

A vape or e-cigarette is a device that heats a liquid to create vapour. It is an alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. These devices come in different styles like pods, mods, and pens.

E-Liquid or vape juice:

E-liquid, also called vape juice, is the liquid used in vapes. It usually contains a mix of propylene glycol (PG), vegetable glycerin (VG), flavorings, and sometimes nicotine. Different liquids have various strengths and flavors.

Nicotine strength:

Nicotine strength shows how much nicotine is in the e-liquid. It is usually measured in milligrams per millilitre (mg/ml). Beginners often start with lower strengths to avoid harshness.

Pod system:

A pod system is a type of vape device that uses small cartridges called pods. These pods hold the e-liquid and the coil. Pod systems are simple to use and popular among beginners.

Coil:

The coil is the part inside the vape that heats the e-liquid to create vapour. Coils want to be replaced regularly because they wear out after some use.

Throat hit:

Throat hit refers to the sensation or feeling in the throat when inhaling vapour. It is similar to the feeling some smokers get with tobacco cigarettes. Different e-liquids and nicotine strengths affect throat hit.

Cloud:

Cloud means the visible vapour that comes out when exhaling after taking a puff. Some vapers enjoy making big clouds, while others prefer less vapour.

MTL and DTL:

MTL stands for Mouth-To-Lung. It means drawing the vapour into the mouth first, then inhaling into the lungs. DTL means Direct-To-Lung, where the vapour is inhaled straight into the lungs. MTL is more common for beginners.

Knowing basic vaping terms helps beginners feel more comfortable when buying and using vape devices. These terms explain the parts, functions, and experience of vaping in simple ways. As experience grows, new terms will become familiar too.