Understanding Vape Coils: How to Choose the Right Replacement and When to Change Them

Choosing the right vape coil and knowing when to replace it are critical for a consistently enjoyable vaping experience. Coils are not just another component—they are the engine behind every puff, delivering the flavour, vapor, and throat hit that adult vapers expect. Drawing on our years of expertise and feedback from thousands of customers, Supa Vapes offers deep insight into how to select the ideal replacement coil, extend coil life, and recognize the key signs it's time for a change.

Vape Coils Explained

A vape coil is the heating element inside your pod, tank, or atomizer. This coil, typically wrapped with cotton or other wicking material, heats up when you activate your device, turning e-liquid into inhalable vapor. At Supa Vapes, we see coils as the foundation of your vaping journey. Selecting a compatible, quality coil impacts flavor, nicotine delivery, and long-term satisfaction—especially for adults transitioning from smoking to vaping.

Why Coil Choice Matters

• Flavour and Vapor Production: The wire material, resistance, and design all affect how vapor tastes and how much is produced.
• Lifespan of Your Device: Using the right coil prevents leaks, burns, and unnecessary wear on your pod or tank.
• Matching Vaping Style: A tight MTL (mouth-to-lung) draw mimics traditional cigarettes, whereas sub-ohm coils are designed for big, airy clouds and direct lung inhales.
• Nicotine Strength Compatibility: High-resistance coils (above 1.0Ω) pair with high nicotine or salt nic juices, while low-resistance (sub-ohm) coils are best with low nicotine, high VG e-liquids.

Types of Vape Coils

Understanding the main categories will make coil selection straightforward. Here are the most common types stocked at Supa Vapes:

• Mesh Coils – Thin strip of perforated metal. Super-fast to heat, delivers superior flavour and longer coil life. Favored for both cloud and flavour chasers.
  

  

• Standard Wire Coils – Single or dual wires wound in a spiral. Reliable, affordable, and offer a good mix of flavour and vapor. Examples: Caliburn G, Caliburn A2 coils.
• Sub-Ohm Coils (Below 1.0Ω) – Designed for direct lung vaping and big vapour clouds. Use lower nicotine, creates a smooth draw.
• High-Resistance MTL Coils (Above 1.0Ω) – Mimics cigarette-style pull. Best with nicotine salts or high-nic e-liquids for smokers switching to vaping.
  

  

• Ceramic and Clapton Coils – Used in select setups for those chasing unique flavour profiles and coil durability.

Materials Matter

The wire material inside a coil affects heating, taste, and temperature control capability:

• Kanthal: Dependable, cost-effective, and widely used for wattage vaping. Most beginner coils and pod systems use Kanthal.
• Nichrome (Ni80): Heats up faster than Kanthal, produces warmer vapor, popular for sub-ohm vaping.
• Stainless Steel (SS316/SS304): Versatile, can be used in both wattage and temperature control mode on advanced devices.
• Nickel (Ni200)/Titanium: Used solely for temperature control vaping—these require careful handling and advanced settings.

How to Choose the Right Replacement Coil

With so many options, here's a simplified framework based on years of operational advice at Supa Vapes:

1. Device Compatibility: Always match the coil or pod with the make and model of your device. For example, the UWELL Caliburn G2 Pods are only for Caliburn G2 devices.
2. Know Your Style: Prefer tight, cigarette-style draws? Opt for high-resistance coils (1.0Ω+). Prefer big clouds? Go for mesh or sub-ohm coils (<1.0Ω).
3. Nicotine Strength: High-nic or salt nics need MTL coils; low-nic freebase works best with sub-ohm mesh.
4. Preferred Power or Wattage: Stay within the coil’s recommended wattage. Using coils at too high a power can cause burning.
5. Availability and Support: At Supa Vapes, we keep stock fresh and offer real support to make sure you always have the right coil on hand. Our guarantee and customer service are there if you need expert advice.

How to Know When to Change Your Vape Coil

The frequency of coil replacement depends on vaping habits, e-liquid type, and device. However, these symptoms mean it’s time to swap coils:

• Weak or burnt flavour even with fresh e-juice
• Lower vapor production than usual
• Gurgling, spitting, or leaking from the tank or pod
• Darkened or burnt coil cotton visible in see-through pods
• Persistent dry hits despite priming and filling properly
• After heavy use (10–14 days or 30–60ml of e-juice), proactively replace to maintain best flavor

At Supa Vapes we recommend changing coils every 1–2 weeks with regular use. Chain vaping, sweet/high VG juices, or neglecting priming accelerates wear. Our team is always ready to troubleshoot if flavor or vapor drops off suddenly.

Step-by-Step: How to Change Your Vape Coil (Safely)

1. Turn off the device and let it cool down (protects both you and your pod/tank).
2. Remove pod or tank from device.
3. Dispose of any old e-liquid. Unscrew or pull the used coil (twist, push, or pluck depending on design).
4. Prime your new coil: Drop 3–5 drops of e-liquid directly onto the exposed cotton in the replacement coil. This helps prevent burnt hits.
5. Insert new coil and reassemble pod/tank.
6. Fill pod/tank and let it sit upright for 5–10 minutes before vaping.
7. For the first few puffs, use lower wattage or gentle pulls to bed the coil in—then ramp up as needed.

If you ever need visual guidance, our team at Supa Vapes is always happy to help in-store or via our customer support lines.

Tips to Extend Your Coil's Life

• Always prime new coils (wet the cotton well before use).
• Wait at least 5 minutes after filling before first puff.
• Vape within recommended wattages to avoid burning.
• Avoid sweet, dark, or high VG e-juice if you want ultra-long life (these gunk up coils faster).
• Store vape upright to prevent leaks and saturation issues.
• Don't chain vape—give a few seconds between puffs for coil wicking.
• Use coils and e-liquids from trusted sources (Supa Vapes always provides fresh, authentic stock).

Expert Recommendations & Product Highlights

For those wanting a smooth transition from cigarettes, a reliable starter device and matching coils are key. For example, the UWELL Caliburn A3 Kit offers:

• Leakproof design, smooth MTL draw, easy-to-use pods.
• Compatible with Caliburn A3 replacement pods for hassle-free coil swaps.

We also stock the SMOK RPM 2 Coils (mesh and MTL versions), which serve as robust upgrades for direct lung and flavor-focused vapers.

Trusted Service and Satisfaction

Our customer focus and expertise sets us apart. As reviews from the community show, shoppers consistently choose Supa Vapes for fast delivery, real human support, and a satisfaction guarantee. Here are real experiences:

• "Best Vape Shop in Town! Amazing service. Valerie was on point! Went in for 1 thing came out with 3!" – Melanie Loiselle
• "Service a la clientèle toujours au top!!" – Carole Ouimet
• "Great service, been going here for years." – Kaelan Renaud

We are dedicated to only stocking authentic coils that are fresh and ready for Canada-wide shipping. Whether you shop online or visit one of our locations, expect real advice and genuine care.

Comprehensive FAQ: Vape Coils at a Glance

Conclusion: The Supa Vapes Advantage

Understanding and caring for your vape coils transforms your entire vaping experience. As Canada’s trusted leader, Supa Vapes is here to help you with guidance, authentic products, and personal support whether you're new to vaping or refining your palate. Enjoy special bundle deals, fast shipping on orders over $100, and regular giveaways—plus customer service that treats you like family.

Ready to upgrade? Browse our vape hardware, pods, and coils for Canada-wide delivery, or drop by our stores to meet our team. Your journey to better vaping starts here, with knowledge and care you can count on.