Vape Coils
The right vape coil is essential for maintaining the best flavour and performance from your device. As a leading Ireland vape shop, we stock the country’s largest selection of premium replacement coils and atomizers from top global brands, including Aspire, Innokin, VooPoo, and SMOK.
Whether you need mouth-to-lung (MTL) coils, advanced sub-ohm hardware, or high-performance mesh options, we have the perfect fit for your tank or pod system. Order online or drop by any of the 17 eSmokeStore shops across Cork and Kerry Counties to ensure your setup always delivers a clean, satisfying vape.
What is a Vape Coil?
A vape coil is the replaceable mechanical heart of your e-cigarette or vape kit system. As a premier Ireland vape shop, we ensure all our replacement components deliver clean, safe, and premium performance.
The coil is the specific component responsible for heating your e-liquid and turning it into the vapour you inhale. It consists of a small metal heating element—either a wound wire or a perforated mesh strip—wrapped tightly in an organic cotton wick. Together with the battery (which provides the power) and the tank or pod (which holds the juice), the coil completes the essential three-part ecosystem required to vape. Coils are available in various resistance levels, measured in "Ohms" ($\Omega$), allowing you to completely customize your draw, warmth, and cloud production.
When to Replace Your Vape Coils?
Vape coils are consumable items that naturally degrade over time and must be replaced regularly to maintain a fresh experience. You will instantly know your coil needs changing when your e-liquid flavour begins to fade, vapour production drops significantly, or you experience a harsh, distinct burnt taste.
While exact lifespans depend on your wattage settings and the sweetness of your vape juice, daily usage habits dictate how frequently you will need a fresh atomizer.
Additionally, using heavily sweetened dessert juices or vaping at maximum wattages will shorten a coil's lifespan. Keeping a spare pack handy ensures your vaping experience always stays fresh and completely uninterrupted.
Understanding Ohms and Coil Resistance
Coil resistance determines how much electrical current flows through the heating element, which directly dictates your power limits, vapour density, and the type of e-liquid you should use. Coils are divided into two primary categories based on whether their resistance sits below or above 1.0 Ohm ($\Omega$):
Sub-Ohm Coils (Below 1.0$Omega$)
Operating at a lower resistance, sub-ohm coils require higher wattages and generate a warmer, deeper direct-to-lung (DTL) inhale with massive cloud production. Because they vaporise liquid at higher temperatures, they bring out complex flavor notes but will consume your battery and juice faster.
Higher-Ohm Coils (1.0$Omega$ and Above)
Operating at a higher resistance, these coils run at much lower power settings. They produce a cooler, more discreet vapour cloud and deliver a tighter mouth-to-lung (MTL) draw that perfectly replicates the throat hit of a traditional cigarette, making them the ideal choice for beginners.
Choosing the Right Coil Resistance for Your Setup
The choice between low-resistance sub-ohm mesh and classic higher-ohm wire determines everything about your daily vape routine. Use our quick reference guide below to match your hardware's resistance to the correct vaping style and e-liquid type:
| Coil Resistance | Vaping Style | Vapour Output | Throat Hit | Best E-Liquid Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sub-Ohm (< 1.0Ω) e.g., 0.15Ω, 0.2Ω, 0.4Ω |
DTL (Direct to Lung) | High / Dense Clouds | Smooth & Mild | High-VG Shortfills (70% VG+) |
| Mouth-to-Lung (≥ 1.0Ω) e.g., 1.0Ω, 1.2Ω, 1.6Ω |
MTL (Mouth to Lung) | Low / Discreet Vapour | Strong & Defined | Nic Salts & 50/50 E-Liquids |
Finding the Correct Coil for Your Kit or Tank
Vape coils are highly precise, brand-specific, and model-specific components. There is no such thing as a universal vape coil that fits every e-cigarette. For example, a SMOK coil will not physically fit or connect inside a Vaporesso or Aspire tank.
Many leading manufacturers build cohesive coil "families" (such as VOOPOO PnP coils or Aspire Nautilus coils) that are backward-compatible across several of their own pod kits and tanks. To prevent leaking or error messages on your screen, always verify the exact name of the coil series printed on your box or old coil casing. If you ever need help identifying the perfect match for your hardware, stop into any of our 17 eSmokeStore Cork and Kerry locations, where our in-store teams across our local Cork vape stores are always ready to provide expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, vape coils are brand and model-specific. Because different tanks and pods are engineered with unique dimensions and airflow tracks, there is no universal fit. For instance, a Vaporesso coil will not physically fit into an Aspire or SMOK setup. Always check your specific device or pod compatibility requirements before buying. If you are ever in doubt, reach out to the eSmokeStore customer service team or visit us in-store for expert guidance.
Resistance measures how much a coil restricts electrical current, and it is calculated in Ohms ($\Omega$). The rule is simple: lower resistance equals higher power and more vapour, while higher resistance equals lower power and a tighter draw. If you prefer a discreet, cigarette-style experience with higher nicotine or nic salts, choose high-resistance MTL coils (1.0$\Omega$ or above). If you want massive clouds, intense heat, and lower nicotine strengths, choose low-resistance sub-ohm coils (below 1.0$\Omega$).
You will know it is time for a change when your e-liquid begins to taste slightly burnt, your device loses its usual power, or your favourite flavour notes suddenly fade. For physical proof, take a look at the exposed cotton wick inside the coil structure—if it has turned dark brown or black, it is past its prime and needs to be replaced.
The best coil is always the one explicitly designed to fit your exact tank or pod model. Once you know which coil family your device accepts, choose the specific resistance option that fits your personal goals. If you value a smooth throat hit and low liquid consumption, choose a higher-ohm option; if you prioritize maximum cloud production and deep flavour saturation, opt for a lower-ohm mesh coil.
Temperature Control (TC) coils are crafted from specialized metals like Nickel (Ni200), Titanium (Ti), or Stainless Steel (SS). Unlike standard Kanthal coils, these materials change resistance predictably when heated, allowing advanced mods to cap the exact temperature of your vape to prevent dry hits. While highly customizable, TC coils are a bit of a niche choice today compared to modern wattage-controlled mesh coils.
A premature burnt taste usually comes down to two common mistakes: accidentally hitting the fire button while the tank was completely dry, or failing to let a new coil prime properly. If the internal organic cotton is not fully saturated before power hits it, it will scorch instantly. To avoid this, always fill your tank or pod and wait 5 to 10 minutes before taking your very first puff on a new coil.
While every device varies slightly, modern setups keep things incredibly simple. For most open pod systems, you just pull the old cartridge out of the battery, pull the spent coil out of the bottom of the pod, and push-fit a fresh one in. For traditional glass tanks, you will need to unscrew the bottom base hardware to expose and unscrew the threaded coil. Always tip your tank upside down or empty any remaining juice first to avoid a messy spill!
While you can technically rinse a coil in warm water, we highly advise against it. Once the organic cotton wick becomes clogged with residual e-liquid gunk and is exposed to tap water, it degrades permanently. It will take days to dry fully, and even then, it will deliver muted flavour, spit-back, and poor vapour production. It is always best to simply recycle the burnt one and drop in a fresh replacement.
Unfortunately, there is no fixing a burnt coil. Once the internal cotton wick has been physically scorched by heat, the material is damaged and the burnt taste cannot be washed away. When this happens, discard the burnt coil immediately and make sure to empty out any remaining e-liquid left inside your tank or pod, as the fluid will be contaminated by the burnt residue and ruin the taste of your next coil.
Priming is a quick, essential setup trick that protects your hardware and extends your coil’s overall lifespan. Before installing a brand-new coil into your tank or pod, take your e-liquid bottle and apply a few drops of juice directly onto the exposed cotton wicking holes on the exterior casing and down into the center of the coil. Once installed, fill your tank and let it rest for a few minutes. This completely eliminates internal dry spots, guaranteeing a fresh, perfect first draw.