Clear to partly cloudy. Low 56F. Winds light and variable..
Clear to partly cloudy. Low 56F. Winds light and variable.
https://pixabay.com/photos/vape-electronic-cigarette-uwell-3423488/
Vaping is supposed to be relaxing and enjoyable. You have access to a wide variety of vape juices and unique flavors , so every draw should be heavenly. And when you expect your vape sesh to be soothing, a thing such as a tank leak can completely ruin the entire experience.
Vape tank leaks can be infuriating. Sticky vape juice gets all over your hands, pockets, purse, and it’s a nightmare cleaning it all. Not to mention that a leak could hinder your ability to perform awesome vape tricks !
Unfortunately, though, tank leaks are more common than you may believe, and they happen to everyone. So, let’s see what’s usually causing them, and take a look at how you can stop them once and for all.
Your vape tank could be leaking for a variety of different reasons. Sometimes, you simply have a damaged piece of equipment. Other times, it’s you who might be to blame for the leaks. Either way, check out the most common causes.
A damaged tank could spell all sorts of trouble. It could mess up the airflow, damage the O-rings, spill vape juice into the battery, and just ruin your vaping experience.
At the first sign of vape juice leaks, check out the tank first. If you see any cracks or deformations in it, be sure to replace it. A cracked tank will have a difficult time holding in vape juice and keeping everything in order.
It’s in your best interest to replace it with a glass tank. Glass is much more durable, it’s easier to clean, and it will keep your vape juice tasting fresh.
Even the most experienced vapers mess up filling the tank from time to time. It’s easy to get distracted and overfill the tank or accidentally drop vape juice down the chimney.
If you overfill the tank, you’ll only notice vape juice leaks. If you drop vape juice down the chimney, you’ll likely experience leaks from the airflow hole, and you’ll notice gurgling sounds or even vape juice spitting.
The gurgling sound occurs when there’s too much liquid in the atomizer, so instead of vaporizing it, the atomizer starts cooking it. And when the vape juice starts cooking, it will behave like any other liquid – aka, it will start bubbling and spitting.
E-liquid buildup in the tank will cause several problems, depending on how much residue there is. Primarily, it will affect your taste sensation. Instead of getting a sweet, fresh taste when you inhale, you’ll be hit with more of a bitter flavor.
Secondly, it can prevent the tank from sealing tightly, letting small amounts of vape juice to escape. Residue buildup can also damage the battery and ruin your device, so don’t neglect it.
Luckily, preventing vape juice leaks is quite simple. There are only a few things you need to pay attention to.
Never fill your vape tank right to the top. Overfilling will always result in leaks, ruining your clothes, your vaporizer, and your vaping experience. Let’s not mention that it’s a waste of precious e-juice.
And, always place the nozzle of your vape juice bottle against the side of the tank. That way, you’ll avoid dropping vape juice down the chimney and into the atomizer.
Believe it or not, if you’re taking more forceful draws, you risk flooding your atomizer and even the battery. Inhaling forcefully will introduce more liquid to the atomizer than it can handle, resulting in cooking instead of vaporizing. So, next time, pay attention to how you take your draws!
Sealing everything tightly comes instinctively to most vapers, but sometimes you simply forget it. So, when filling the tank, check every seal. Ensure that the atomizer is screwed in tightly, check the O-rings, and ensure that the tank and mouthpiece are properly sealed.
But also keep in mind that you shouldn’t be too forceful when sealing your vaporizer. If you screw everything on too tightly, you could damage your device, especially the o-rings.
Cleaning and maintaining your vaporizer is a must if you want to ensure it serves you well. Every once in a while, disassemble the vaporizer and clean every piece individually. The tank, O-rings, and mouthpiece can be rinsed under warm water. If there’s any stubborn residue, take a cotton swab, dip it in some alcohol, and gently but firmly rub the pieces.
The battery and the atomizer should never be rinsed under water! Clean them with a cotton swab and some alcohol only.
Once you’re done cleaning, blot every piece with a paper towel and leave to air dry.
Vape juice leaks are a common problem, but in most cases, there’s a simple solution. Try out these tips for preventing tank leaks, and see what a difference they can make.
Your comment has been submitted.
There was a problem reporting this.
State-Journal.com’s comments forum is for civil, constructive dialogue about news topics in our community, state, nation and world. We emphasize “civil” at a time when Americans, in the words of the current president, need to “turn down the temperature” of political debates. The State Journal will do its part by more carefully policing this forum. Here are some rules that all commenters must agree to follow: Absolutely no attacks on other commenters, on guest columnists or on authors of letters to the editor. Our print and online opinion pages are sacred marketplaces of ideas where diverse viewpoints are welcome without fear of retribution. You may constructively critique the ideas and opinions of others, but name-calling, stereotyping and similar attacks are strictly prohibited. Leeway will be given for criticism of elected officials and other public figures, but civility is essential. If you focus your criticism on ideas, opinions and viewpoints, you will be less likely to run afoul of our commenting rules. Keep comments focused on the article or commentary in question. Don’t use an article about the Frankfort City Commission, for example, to rant about national politics. Hyperpartisanship that suggests anyone on the other side of an issue or anyone in a particular particular party is evil is not welcome. If you believe that all Democrats are socialists intent on destroying America or that all Republicans are racists, there are lots of places on the internet for you to espouse those views. State-Journal.com is not one. No sophomoric banter. This isn’t a third-grade classroom but rather a place for serious consumers of news to offer their reactions and opinions on news stories and published commentary. No consumer complaints about individual businesses. If you’ve had a bad experience with a private business or organization, contact the Better Business Bureau or the government agency that regulates that business. If you believe the actions of a private business are newsworthy, contact us at news@state-journal.com and we will consider whether news coverage is merited. Absolutely no jokes or comments about a person’s physical appearance. No promotion of commercial goods or services. Our outstanding staff of marketing consultants stands ready to help businesses with effective advertising solutions. If you state facts that have not been previously reported by The State Journal, be sure to include the source of your information. No attacks on State Journal staff members or contributing writers. We welcome questions about, and criticism of, our news stories and commentary but not of the writers who work tirelessly to keep their community informed. Corrections of inaccurate information in news stories should be sent to news@state-journal.com rather than posted in the comments section.
Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to read or post comments.
Would you like to receive our daily news? Signup today!
Check your email for details.
Invalid password or account does not exist
Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password.
An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account.
Thank you. Your purchase was successful.
A receipt was sent to your email.