Keep your vape tasting fresh and your device running smoothly.
If you’ve ever taken a puff from your vape and thought, “Why does this taste burnt?” — chances are your coil is trying to tell you something.
Your vape coil is the heart of your kit, and keeping it in good condition is key to flavour, performance, and a smooth vape. But how often should you actually be changing it?
Let’s break it down.
🔁 The Short Answer
As a general rule, most vapers change their coil every:
- 5 to 10 days for MTL coils (like in pod kits or pen vapes)
- Every 4 to 7 days for DTL coils (used in high-wattage sub-ohm kits)
That said, your coil lifespan depends on:
- How often you vape
- What type of juice you use
- Your wattage settings
- Your coil material
- How sweet the e-liquid is
Some people get a full two weeks out of a coil. Others? A heavy day of sweet juice and they’re changing it tomorrow.
🔍 Signs It’s Time to Change Your Coil
If you’re not sure whether your coil’s on its way out, here are the tell-tale signs:
⚠️ Burnt or Dry Taste
That sharp, singed flavour? Classic sign your coil has burnt out.
Don’t keep vaping it — it’ll only taste worse and can irritate your throat.
⚠️ Muted or Weaker Flavour
If your go-to juice tastes dull or “off,” the coil might be gunked up and struggling to heat evenly.
⚠️ Gurgling or Leaking
A dying coil might not vaporise liquid properly, which can cause gurgling sounds or juice leaks.
⚠️ Less Vapour Production
Not getting the clouds you’re used to? Time for a fresh coil.
⚠️ E-liquid Colour Darkens Fast
A used coil can darken your juice more quickly. If your pod is looking murky, your coil’s likely the culprit.
⏱️ What Affects Coil Lifespan?
💧 E-liquid Type
- Sweet or dessert-style juices (especially high-VG) tend to gunk up coils faster
- Clearer, fruitier juices usually go easier on your wick
🔥 Wattage
Running your device too hot for your coil can burn it out early. Always check the recommended wattage range printed on your coil.
🔄 Chain Vaping
Frequent hits without letting the coil re-saturate can dry out the cotton and cause burnt hits.
🧽 Coil Priming
Didn’t prime your coil before using it? That first hit might singe the cotton — and once it’s burnt, it’s game over.
💡 Top Tips to Make Your Coil Last Longer
- Prime it: Add a few drops of juice directly to the coil before installing
- Let it sit: After filling, wait 5–10 minutes before vaping
- Stay in the right wattage range
- Avoid chain vaping: Give it a few seconds between puffs
- Use less sugary juice (or rotate with cleaner flavours)
🧠 Common Coil Questions
“Can I clean my coil to make it last longer?”
Not really. Once a coil’s gunked or burnt, cleaning won’t bring it back. Some rebuildable users clean their own coils, but with stock coils, you’re better off replacing.
“Can I change my coil before it burns out?”
Absolutely — in fact, it’s better. Don’t wait for that awful burnt taste. If flavour starts to fade, swap it.
“Does it matter if I leave juice in my tank overnight?”
A little juice is fine, but over days, it can oversaturate the coil, leading to gurgling and reduced performance. If you’re not using your vape for a few days, empty it.
Your coil is what makes your vape work — it deserves a little love. Changing it regularly means:
- Better flavour
- Smoother hits
- Happier device performance
If you're not sure which coils you need or how often to replace them for your specific kit, pop in and ask. We're always happy to help you get the best out of your setup.