Recently, people are increasingly using electronic cigarettes in which an atomizer is installed. What it is, not everyone knows. This article contains a description of how atomizers work and some tips for using them.
What an atomizer is for
A standard atomizer in an electronic cigarette is nothing more than the most common vaporizer (clearomizers, cartomizers, etc.). All of them can be part of various electronic cigarettes. Having understood their principle of operation, it will be easier for the owner to navigate in the world of such devices.
Sometimes the most respected technical and news portals can mention so-called ultrasonic atomizers in their materials. But practice and questioning of experts show that in fact such statements are a myth. The ultrasonic flavoring system was used in the very first e-cigarette models. Today, this is no longer practiced.
Device
The principle of operation is that the liquid heats up, turns into vapor, which a person inhales. In other words, an electronic atomizer is a small cylindrical tank,inside which is a ceramic bowl. It has an integrated evaporation system.
The evaporation system includes a wick (most often it is a thread that can withstand a sufficiently high temperature), on top of which an atomizer winding is installed, which is a nichrome spiral (it can be of different diameters, depending on the specific model of the device). At the ends of the winding there are contacts connected to buttons, sensors and microcircuits. All this is connected to the atomizer battery.
Most often, a special metal bridge is laid over the evaporative system, covered with a microporous iron-based material. This is necessary in order to protect the atomizer from damage, as well as to transfer liquid to the evaporation system.
Some models of electronic cigarettes use a tank series of vaporization system, which contains an atomizer. What it is? The fact is that instead of the bridge described above, a special platform is used here, on which a cylindrical "beak" is installed. Inside it is a thread wrapped in a thin metal mesh. This “beak” is inserted into the opening of the cartridge (liquid container), after which the liquid passes into the evaporation system.
Atomizers are divided into several types, because nichrome is used in them in different sizes:
- Low Resistance (LR) - low resistance (up to 1.8 ohms). Such an atomizer gives a lot of flavor properties and releases a lot of steam, but evaporation occurs only inthe most extreme mode. Such devices fail the fastest, judging by what the reviews say.
- Atomizer of standard type (Regular). It has a working resistance (up to 2.8 ohms). The work takes place in the optimal mode, the guaranteed period of work is about six months.
- Atomizers of high resistance type (High Voltage) - work with a resistance of more than 2 ohms. It is difficult to choose the best atomizer, everything is individual here.
Some tips for using atomizers
The previous section talked about an atomizer: what it is and what parts it consists of. Now you need to figure out how to use it correctly. It is enough to understand a few principles for the atomizer to work for a long time.
Over time, the taste properties of the substance found in any, even the most expensive atomizer, will deteriorate. The point is not only that the wick and nichrome threads burn out over time, but also the formation of deposits of unburned components of the atomizer on the spirals. Because of this, his work gradually begins to deteriorate.
Fragrances leave the most carbon. By the way, "electronic" smokers who do not use flavoring substances have practically no such problems. The question immediately arises of how to clean the coil from soot so that the atomizer will work for some more time. It can be done, but not everything is so simple.
It is worth remembering that, like the liquid in an electronic cigarette, an atomizer is just a consumable item. Therefore, the following methods are proposed to clean the carbon deposits and improve the operation of the device. However, all this is done at your own peril and risk: some models simply do not withstand manipulation. By the way, the manufacturer's warranty is lost after the atomizer is washed or cleaned.
Now another legend about electronic cigarettes should be dispelled. Everyone thinks that it is necessary to carefully monitor that water and other liquids do not get inside the atomizer, although in fact this is far from the truth. His work constantly takes place in the humidity, so the ingress of water into it will not cause any harm.
Standard cleaning procedure
In order for the atomizer to last longer, it must be periodically washed and cleaned of carbon deposits. Consider the instructions point by point:
1. Disconnect the atomizer from the batteries, after which it is washed with hot water. But not boiling water, it is enough to use water that does not cause discomfort to the hands. To remove water, you need to blow out the atomizer. Repeat washing several times.
2. Now you need to dry the device. This can be done with a hair dryer (not very hot air should be used), a heating radiator or a fan.
3. Next, install the atomizer in an electronic cigarette, after dropping liquid into it. It should wet the coils and the wick well so that after the first launch of the electronic cigarette there will be no breakdowns. Now the device is finally ready for use.
If such actions are carried out once a week, thenthe work of the atomizer will last for a much longer period. In addition, this will avoid strong carbon deposits on the spirals.
Cleaning when heavily soiled
It is worth remembering that if the atomizer is very dirty, then such cleaning will not help. You will have to use the following method:
1. Rinsing and purging should be done more than three times.
2. Next, you should immerse the atomizer in a liquid designed to clean carbon deposits. The device should be in it for at least a few hours. Do not use detergents and solvents, it is better to take dissolved citric acid or Coca-Cola drink.
3. Periodically, the vessel with the solution must be shaken so that the soot exfoliates.
4. After soaking the atomizer in the solution, it should be dried.
Atomizer burning
After finishing all cleaning procedures, you need to burn the atomizer. For this you will need:
1. Place an atomizer in an electronic cigarette. The cartridge does not need to be installed yet.
2. Press the electronic cigarette button for 5-7 seconds while blowing inside the atomizer. Due to this, the spiral heats up, the remaining carbon deposits are removed, and it will not be possible to overheat the device. This action must be repeated at least three times.
After that, the atomizer will be cleaned and finally ready for use.
Unacceptable actions during operation
The device requires good handling, as evidenced by numerous reviews. The atomizer is undesirable to operate as follows:
1. ForCleaning categorically cannot be used chemicals, because their residues are extremely difficult to remove. This will damage the device.
2. Do not overheat the atomizer during burning.
3. Do not use a strong jet of water to flush the atomizer, as there is a chance of damaging the coil.
4. Do not use hot air to dry.
From this article, the reader should clarify for himself many questions about the atomizer: what is it, how to use it, how to clean it and how to prevent an early breakdown. If you follow the tips above, then the life of the electronic cigarette will be very long.
