Effect of thinner/larger gauge wire, less/more wraps, and diameter of wraps on flavor & vapor production??

[DoctorBuzz]

These are the best charts I've seen... Todds Reviews: RES/OHMS INFO

But they don't tell me the effect of actual wraps on flavor & vapor production. And the only thing I've really heard is that sub-ohms have quicker response time to heat up....

But what about "best" flavor & vapor production?

My thinking would be that a "bigger" (both wider and longer) wrap would be better than a micro coil, which would be much better than a nano coil. It's also my thinking that slow cooking in the kitchen leads to better flavors, and is the preferred method for "soul food" cookers... so sub-ohms are not really something I think will bring about the best flavor. But I can certainly understand the appeal...

 

[DoctorBuzz]

Also, what is the effect on "longevity" of the rebuilt coil with various design choices in the kanthal??

Would thicker wire last longer between rebuilds? Or would more resistance from the thinner wires last longer between rebuilds?

 

[Christopherja]

But what about "best" flavor & vapor production? My thinking would be that a "bigger" (both wider and longer) wrap would be better than a micro coil, which would be much better than a nano coil

Well, you're likely thinking wrongly. A lot of people have found that "greater surface area (more coil on wick) --> greater flavour". That said, 'micro' and 'nano' coils can achieve greater surface area than standard size coils, but without the cost of raising the Ωs.

That said, there's tons of information on ECF - just search around for others' experiences. This thread: Micro-Coils - is as decent of place to start as any.

Hope this helps

 

[snow blind]

In my mind i keep coming back to... more surface area = the "potential" for more flavor and vapor. Couple that with temperature by means of resistance etc... various combinations effect different juices differently. In general i've found you get the most flavor with higher ohm coils containing more surface area and smaller atty chamber.... while you get more vapor with lower ohm smaller (in diam. & surface area) coils. YMMV

 

[metamorpheus]

I have more luck with lower ohms(.6) and larger wire(24Ga) for my mechs. Sure there is a lot of power but it's being dispersed through a larger wire and less likely to flash burn the wick. This vape is really cool with the correct sized airholes but it quickly ramps to flash point and pops which seems to unleash way more flavor. If I do this same build on a piece of solid ceramic in my dripper and fire with the top cap off in sunlight I can see a fine mist being produced along with the vapor. I think this finely dispersed juice adds a lot to flavor.

 

[TrolleyVW]

I had a dual coil 1/16 ID micros with 8/9wraps of 26g in my igo-w bored out 3/32 with a strawberry shortcake flavor and the flavor was alright, I'd say 6/10, but then I rewrapped with 5/64 ID 26gauge 6/7 wrap dual coils and the flavor improved to about 8/10.

I can say that dual coils enhance most any flavor but when I do quads, sometimes the excessive heat can drown out some of my more citrus flavors.

I've noticed, as stated, the more wick/coil contact, the more flavor. Also keeping in mind, since I'm using cotton, that if there's a bit too much cotton in there, all I get is the cotton earthy taste.

In my experience, both personal tests and hearing what others say, subohming enhances flavor. Now that's not always the best because, for example, I like some dessert flavors subtle and after sub ohm dripping, they're no longer subtle.

As for the gauge/durability, I notice I can at least torch and reshape 26 a heck of a lot more times than I ever could with 32,30, and even 28.

 

[emus]

Highly important that wick moves sufficient liquid to the cooking zone.
Can be a challenge to properly wick ID of a long micro coil; mine have dried out during chain vape but I will keep trying.
super x is the micro guru.
Fairly easy to wick ID of 3/32" coil because fatter wick can move more volume of juice.