Why Is My Mod Vape Spitting?
Vape spit, otherwise known as bubbling, is when you sometimes get small amounts of the liquid instead of vapour. This is commonly associated with mod devices, which indicates the coil is wearing out and required replacement, and is rare with pod devices because the coil is replaced with each new pod.
Reasons for a Vape Spitting Liquid
There are several reasons why vape spitting might occur:
- A vape’s wattage is incorrect – for instance, when the wattage is too low, the vape may not be able to heat the e-liquid fast enough to vapourise it correctly.
- A coil has degraded – the interior of a coil might flood with e-liquid once it has degraded. This could cause the vape to spit liquid.
- The coil is over primed – when too much e-liquid is added around the coil (for example, during a coil change), excess e-liquid could result in a vape spitting.
- The airflow is blocked – when this occurs, a vape may not work properly. It might be possible to clear the airflow by cleaning the mouthpiece.
- The e-liquid is not suitable – an incorrect e-liquid could result in a spitting vape. Check the manufacturer’s advice if you are unsure about the right type of e-liquid to use.
What Can You Do to Prevent a Vape from Spitting?
Taking care of a device may keep it working and help preserve its longevity. The following precautionary measures might help in preventing future vape spitting incidents.
- Fill the tank carefully and do not overfill it – also, consider that the method of cleaning the mouthpiece could mitigate a problem like excess e-liquid (where the tank is overfilled).
- Take care not to over-prime the coil – a coil may need to be primed every time it is changed. Prime it as per manufacturer instructions and be careful not to over-prime as this can lead to a spitting vape.
- Replace coils regularly – as with any component, coils typically degrade over time. Coils are a vape component that should be changed when necessary.
- Maintain your vape – manufacturers usually recommend regular vape cleaning. Wipe the mouthpiece and remove e-liquid residue from the chimney and beneath the coil.