One of the greatest things about modern disposable vapes is that you can generally expect them to give you an excellent experience from a flavor standpoint. If that doesn’t happen, though, you’ll be left wondering what to do because a disposable vape usually doesn’t give you anything to set up or adjust – the device is just supposed to work when you puff on it.
If you’re getting weak hits or no flavor with your disposable vape, this article is here to help. In it, we’re going to give you some ideas and troubleshooting tips that may help you fix the issue. In some cases, you’ll get no flavor with a disposable vape simply because the device is out of e-liquid, and it’s time to replace it. In other cases, though, there are actually some things you can do for a better experience with the device you already have. Let’s jump in!
The Device’s Battery Is Nearly Dead
One of the best things about the top disposable vape brands like Elf Bar is that they have extremely reliable and long-lasting batteries. Some devices even have rechargeable batteries to ensure that you’ll have no trouble using every last drop of e-liquid. If you’re getting no flavor with a disposable vape, it’s highly likely that the battery is nearly dead because a disposable vape’s vapor production will drop drastically as the battery loses its charge. If your device is rechargeable, you can charge it by connecting it to your computer’s USB port. If it’s not rechargeable, you can continue using it until the battery is completely dead – but you should plan to replace it soon.
The Device Is Nearly Out of E-Liquid
If you have a disposable vape that isn’t producing much flavor, it’s instructive to understand how the device works. The e-liquid is stored in a fabric wick, and the e-liquid in the outer part of the wick slowly moves toward the heating coil in the middle through the process of absorption. Eventually, though, the wick reaches a point at which there isn’t much e-liquid remaining. At that point, the device will continue producing vapor until the wick is completely dry, but the flavor and vapor production will be very muted. When your disposable vape is nearly out of e-liquid, you can continue using it but should plan to replace it soon.
You’re Not Waiting Between Puffs
In the previous section, we discussed the fact that a disposable vape’s wick refreshes itself through absorption between puffs. When you puff on the device, the heating coil vaporizes the e-liquid in the innermost section of the wick, leaving that section dry. The absorption process, however, isn’t instant – it takes a few seconds. If you find yourself getting no flavor from your disposable vape immediately after a flavorful and satisfying puff, you’re probably vaping at too quick a pace. Give the wick a few seconds to refresh itself and try vaping again.
Your Nicotine Strength Is Too Low
Did you know that a major portion of a disposable vape’s flavor comes from the nicotine? That’s especially evident when you try a disposable vape with a tobacco flavor. With the right amount of nicotine, a tobacco e-liquid can taste very true to life. Without the nicotine, though, the flavor will fall a little flat. Many disposable vapes are available in more than one nicotine strength. If you’re using the lower strength and find the flavor a little underwhelming, you should consider trying the higher strength.
Consider Trying a Different Brand or Flavor
If you’re already using the highest nicotine strength available and still aren’t impressed with the flavor of a disposable vape, the problem could be that your device doesn’t produce enough vapor or that the flavor of the e-liquid simply isn’t working for you. If you’re not happy with the e-liquid, try a different flavor – and if you’re not happy with the vapor production of your device, you should try a different brand. Many manufacturers of disposable vapes are now giving their devices upgraded components such as mesh coils for improved cloud production. It could be that bigger vapor clouds are what you really need in order to make your experience as satisfying as it can be.
Adjust the Device’s Airflow
Did you know that some modern disposable vapes have adjustable airflow tabs? If you set the tab to the widest setting, you’ll get bigger vapor clouds because your device will allow a greater volume of air to enter. The problem with maximizing your device’s airflow, though, is that air doesn’t have any flavor and will actually dilute the taste of the e-liquid you’re trying to enjoy. With that in mind, the ideal strategy for flavor is actually to reduce your device’s airflow slightly. The device will produce smaller clouds, but the vapor will be warmer and full of flavor. If you’re using a device that doesn’t have adjustable airflow, you can achieve a similar effect by partially blocking the airflow vent – usually located on the bottom of the device – with your finger.
Tap the Device to Break Air Bubbles
Most of the time, a disposable vape arrives from the factory with its wick completely saturated and ready for immediate use. Once in a while, though, you might get a device with a dry pocket caused by an air bubble in the wick. When that happens, you’ll find that the device won’t produce a satisfying flavor even though it’s completely new. You may even experience a burnt flavor when you try to vape because the atomizer coil won’t have enough e-liquid to keep it from overheating. If you experience either of those problems when trying to use a new disposable vape, an air bubble is the likely culprit. Tap the device gently on your hand to break the air bubble and get the e-liquid flowing. Remember that the portion of the wick blocked by the air bubble will be completely dry, so you should allow several minutes for the e-liquid to saturate the wick before you resume vaping.
