Vape are supposed to provide consumers with a smooth and pleasant taste, but after inhaling, they leave an unpleasant burnt taste, making people feel depressed all day and even causing users to abhor vape and quit completely.
When users smell a burnt odor while using vape, the cause could be excessive vapor in the coil or a dry burn. Most users describe it this way, but the two situations are quite different. While both are unpleasant, the burnt smell is far less pronounced than a dry burn. A burnt smell usually indicates that the cotton wick in the atomizer is slightly dry, resulting in a weaker flavor and reduced vapor production, but without any strange, nauseating odor or coughing.
Now let's explore the reasons behind this burnt smell.
1.Continuous inhalation of vape vapor is the main cause of atomizer coil burnout. This is because the cotton wick does not have enough time to absorb e-liquid between puffs, and eventually the dried-out wick will burn through the atomizer coil.
2.Another reason for coil burnout is insufficient e-liquid wetting. Wetting the coil is especially important at this stage to ensure that the e-liquid fully saturates the wick. However, neglecting this step is like trying to light a dry wick, which will eventually lead to coil burnout and an unpleasant odor.
3.Using high-powered vape can damage the atomizer coil, resulting in a burnt taste. Exceeding the specified power range (the value is printed on the side of the atomizer coil) will cause the coil to burn out or be damaged more quickly. When using high power, the e-liquid evaporates faster than the coil absorbs it, resulting in a burnt taste when inhaled.
4.Insufficient e-liquid in the e-liquid tank is because the tank was empty before refilling, which may damage the atomizer coil. If the e-liquid tank is completely or almost empty before refilling, the wick will not be able to absorb enough e-liquid, resulting in a burnt taste.
5.Another reason for a burnt taste in e-cigarettes is the choice of e-liquid (e.g., using inferior e-liquid). Some e-liquids are prone to clogging the atomizer coil. E-liquids with high VG or high sugar content have high viscosity, making it difficult for the atomizer coil to absorb vapor. This leads to decreased vape performance and a burnt taste.
6.Using old atomizer coils is a common cause of burnt coils and a burnt taste. Generally, an atomizer coil can be used for about 2-3 weeks without being used. Prolonged use may lead to a burnt taste.
7.Another common mistake users make is neglecting to clean the atomizer coil. Regular maintenance is essential for the proper functioning of vape. Cleaning the atomizer coil not only extends its lifespan but also avoids the need to replace burnt-out coils, thus saving costs. Clean the atomizer coil with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol, then rinse it with warm water to remove alcohol and other debris.
8. Cold weather is also a factor affecting the user experience. The viscosity of e-liquid changes with storage temperature. At low temperatures, the e-liquid thickens, making the atomizer more prone to clogging; at high temperatures, the e-liquid thins. In addition, e-liquids with high PG content may behave similarly to those with high VG content in cold weather, all of which can negatively impact the vape user experience.
9.One of the most common causes of coil burnout when using vape is overheating. An overheated coil will emit a bright red light. Using a coil with multiple overheating points can lead to an unpleasant metallic taste, stinging sensation, and nausea.
