Sore throat

[sharwngs]

Hi. I'm new here. I recently bought an Aspire CF mod. But I can't seem to enjoy it.

Within 2 hours of buying it, I'm having severe throat pain whenever i vape. But there's no pain when i smoke a normal cig.

Am i doing something wrong? Dripping too little juice?

PS: I tested smoking it at the shop and it was fine.

 

[nvadasz]

I gather you are new to vaping...maybe too high a watt or voltage. Try cutting them down until you get a decent vape

 

[sharwngs]

yeah im new considering i just got my own. but I have vaped from my friends mod in quick succession, and not felt any sore throats. argh

how do i cut down watts/voltage?

 

[nvadasz]

This is the place where all of your vaping questions will be answered...these members are in the know. I have to ask...you made mention of dripping? You're a dripper or do you run a tank?

 

[sharwngs]

yeah i guess so. If dripper means me dripping the juice on the cotton part. then yes. Not really confident with vape terms atm =X

 

[nvadasz]

After doing a quick search on your battery, it doesn't seem as though you can cut back. Still sound to me like you're too hot or dry

 

[sharwngs]

I'm using the 18650 3.7V 2500mah rechargeable battery...what does too hot or dry mean?

what should i do?

 

[nvadasz]

Being fairly new myself, I don't know that much about dripping (yes it sounds like you've got a dripper set-up). Try popping a tank like a Aspire Mini on top of your battery, something with a self wicking action rather than dripping.

 

[nvadasz]

What I find to be hot or dry is when you are actually burning the wick (sometimes caused by too much wattage or voltage, not an issue for you though since your battery is not adjustable) My understanding of dripping is where you put 3-4 drops on top of a coil/wick and take 2-4 drags off of it, then re-drip. A pain in the neck for a cig smoker...too much trouble. So I think what is happening with you is you are running out of juice while you are vaping and burning your wick.

 

[SuperTaz]

Hello shar and welcome to the forum.....don't despair the pros will in soon and help you sort your problems out. I don't drip so I can't help you.

 

[sharwngs]

wait a minute...i have to drip the juice onto the cotton or the coil itself??

omg ive been dripping it onto the cotton

 

[nvadasz]

As I said, I'm not familiar with dripping. Let me offer this to you. Try doing a search on You-Tube for a video on dripping. I just tried it, do a search on "how to use a dripper" you'll find a lot of videos on it. Hope this helps.

 

[Rsunderl]

Hi sharwngs and welcome to the forum!

Yes, you drip onto the coil. Otherwise, if the coil isn't wet, you aren't producing vapor.

There are many reasons for throat irritation when vaping:

• Your body getting used to vaping.
  Vapor isn't like smoke. It has larger particles than smoke, and it could be your body getting used to the new sensation.
• Getting dehydrated.
  Vaping actually draws water from your body to produce the vapor. It's therefore important to take in plenty of liquids while vaping. Some folks do water, some fruit juices, and some even put just a bit of apple cider vinegar into a glass of water. I do this myself sometimes - sounds yucky, but it actually helps your body to absorb the water, and if you use just a little bit of the vinegar, it's not bad.
• The flavor of the juice.
  Flavors like cinnamon or menthol are natural irritants. That's why they work so well as an over-the-counter congestion relief remedy. Trying a milder flavor might help. (although cinnamon IS really tasty LOL!).
• The nicotine content of the juice.
  Higher nicotine content causes a harsher vape (some call it "throat hit"). Try a couple of different juices with varying nicotine concentrations. It's a balancing act between getting enough nicotine to satisfy your cravings and not getting too much throat irritation.
• The PG to VG ratio of the juice.
  The more PG, the more "throat hit" (and more flavor). The more VG in the mix, the less "throat hit", but less flavor, too. Again, play around with juices of different ratios.
• Your vaping style.
  If you take short, hard draws, one right after the other, this can cause the coil to get quite hot and you'll get a harsher vape because of the heat. Try taking gentler, longer draws and see if that makes a difference.
• The power setting of your device.
  Start with a low power setting, take a draw or two, then step the power up a bit. When you reach the point where the vape is harsh or the flavor starts to go away, back the power down a notch. Each different juice will have its own "sweet spot" regarding power.
• The heat of the coil.
  I know when I first started vaping, I was doing it like smoking. Taking short, quick draws, one right after the other. This gets the coil very hot, cooks the juice and can get quite harsh.
• Dry hits.
  This is when the wicking material can't keep up with how you are vaping. The coil gets dry and you get a nasty burnt taste. Give the wicking a few seconds between draws so that they can keep the coils wet.

Hope this helps and wasn't overwhelming.

Happy Vaping!

 

[nvadasz]

Thanks for helping the newbee out, I don't know about dripping (sounds a bit advanced for a starter). I didn't know there was a drip set-up for his battery. Learn something new everyday.

 

[gph61]

I had a similar experience at first. Someone suggested it was the PG so I switched from 70PG/30VG to 50/50 and the throat irritation went away. Maybe try a bit of 100% PG and 100% VG and see if you notice any differences.

 

[sharwngs]

yeah guys! i dripped it onto the coil now. no throat irritation! thanks people!

 

[nvadasz]

Sounded to me like he was using his dripper wrong. Nothing worse than dry hits...I'm glad one of the experienced members stepped in before he/she burns their throat out. I still think for someone trying to get off analogs, a tank of any kind, even a clearo would be better than dripping Your welcome..told you here are your answers. Come back again

 

[Rsunderl]

yeah guys! i dripped it onto the coil now. no throat irritation! thanks people!

Glad you were able to sort it out. Happy Vaping!

 

[Chakris]

yeah guys! i dripped it onto the coil now. no throat irritation! thanks people!

Just curious, what kind of wicking material are you using, Sharwings? If it's genuine cotton, or Rayon and you got throat irritation, you my have scorched the wick which would then need to be replaced.

Glad you figured it out though. Gots to keep the wick & coil wet...

 

[jmacthelumberjack]

I have a drip as well what I do is lather the cotten and coils till I can't fit any more. Dry Cotton is not fun lol just every couple of hits check to see how dry it is and try smaller pulls.