PG/VG Mixes

[VPCx3]

I'm still new to vaping, and am wondering if someone can explain to me the differences between propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin in terms of vapor qualities. I understand that VG is more viscous, but that's about all that I know. What percentage(s) of each make a good mix? I'm looking for good flavor and a fair amount of vapor (not too much, but enough to make for a satisfying exhale).
I'm also interested in mixing my own liquids, and am looking for some good references.

 

[Strigoi]

VG gives you more vapor but if the ratio is too high it won't wick well in cartos. I'd start out at 70/30 or 80/20 (PG to VG) and go from there. I'm currently using a 50/50 mix for most of mine and am happy with it.

 

[Stucco Jedi]

I also use 50/50 mix. Good throat hit and easy to order equal amounts of each


Happy vaping

 

[yzer]

Propylene glycol enhances flavor, glycerine enhances vapor production. I use a 70/30 PG/VG mix. The higher percentage PG mixes will penetrate cartomizer fillers and wicks faster and more thoroughly. Allergies to either are rare but PG allergies are more common. Everyone has a different idea about this but I think nicotine percentage and vapor temperature have more to do with throat hit than anything else.

 

[Cloud Wizard]

+1 for 50pg/50vg. Great middle ground to land on.

 

[peach1605]

If your new to mixing juices, I recommend checking out ec blends. I'm not brave enough, with all the stories of melting clearomizers, to mix on my own yet, but ec blends lets you customise your choice with many options. And the trial 5 mL is the perfect size and price for testing.

 

[TheCommuter]

I understand that VG is more viscous, but that's about all that I know.

My PG vs VG knowledge is very similar to your's, VPCx3, so I purchased two bottles of the same liquid - one 100% PG and one 100% VG. I plan on mixing them together to find the ratio that works for me. Perhaps that would be a good first-step for you to try?

 

[almostfunctional]

50/50 is my sweet spot.

 

[VPCx3]

My PG vs VG knowledge is very similar to your's, VPCx3, so I purchased two bottles of the same liquid - one 100% PG and one 100% VG. I plan on mixing them together to find the ratio that works for me. Perhaps that would be a good first-step for you to try?

That's a great idea, and I think I'm going to try it in the very near future. I'll post an update once I have.
I'm also in the process of checking out ECBlend; thanks peach1605.