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What Is Mesh Coil Technology?

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17
Feb

What Is Mesh Coil Technology? (And Why Vapes Taste Better Now)

If you’ve bought a new vape kit in the last few years, chances are it uses something called a mesh coil. It’s one of the most common questions we get in-store:

“What does mesh actually mean?”
“Is it better than normal coils?”

Short answer: yes — by a long way.

Mesh coil technology is one of the biggest reasons modern vapes taste better, feel smoother, and last longer than older devices ever did. Here’s a simple explanation of why.

What Is a Mesh Coil?

Older vape coils used a single piece of wire, wrapped into a tight spiral. That wire would heat up in just a few small spots.

Mesh coils work differently.

A mesh coil is:

  • a thin, net-like sheet of metal
  • shaped into a cylinder inside the coil or pod
  • wrapped evenly around cotton that absorbs the e-liquid

Because mesh covers much more surface area than a single wire, it heats more evenly and far more efficiently.

An easy way to picture it:
it’s like cooking on a grill instead of balancing food on one thin burner. More contact, better results.

Why Mesh Coils Are Better

1. Much Better Flavour

This is the biggest improvement most people notice.

Because the cotton heats evenly, mesh coils give you:

  • richer, cleaner flavour
  • fewer dry or burnt notes
  • consistent taste from the first puff to the last

It’s why even small pod kits today often outperform older, larger vape setups from years ago.

2. Smoother Vapour

Mesh coils produce vapour that feels:

  • denser
  • smoother
  • more satisfying

Even at lower power levels, the inhale feels fuller and less harsh. You don’t need big clouds to feel the difference — it’s about smoothness, not size.

3. Instant Heat-Up

Mesh heats almost instantly.

That means:

  • no delay when you inhale
  • more responsive auto-draw devices
  • quicker, more satisfying nicotine delivery

This is one of the reasons modern pod kits feel more natural and cigarette-like for people switching from smoking.

4. Longer-Lasting Coils

Because mesh spreads heat evenly, coils tend to last longer.

Benefits include:

  • fewer hot spots that burn cotton
  • more even liquid absorption
  • less residue building up on the metal

Most people get 5–10 days per coil, sometimes longer with good habits and the right liquid.

5. Perfect for Nic Salt Liquids

Mesh coils and nic salts are a great match.

Mesh coils:

  • heat gently
  • keep flavour clean
  • reduce harshness
  • work well at low wattages

That’s why almost all modern pod kits designed for ex-smokers use mesh pods as standard.

Mesh Coils vs Traditional Coils (Quick Comparison)

Flavour:
Mesh – excellent
Traditional – average

Vapour:
Mesh – smooth and consistent
Traditional – thinner and uneven

Coil lifespan:
Mesh – longer
Traditional – shorter

Heat-up time:
Mesh – instant
Traditional – slower

Risk of burnt hits:
Mesh – lower
Traditional – higher

This is why mesh has become the industry standard across pod kits and sub-ohm tanks alike.

Do Mesh Coils Need Special Liquids?

No — the same basic rules apply.

  • Higher-resistance mesh coils (pods): 50/50 liquids or nic salts
  • Low-resistance mesh coils (sub-ohm tanks): 70/30 shortfills

As long as your liquid matches your coil type, mesh coils are very reliable and forgiving.

Final Thoughts: Why Mesh Changed Vaping for the Better

Mesh coil technology is one of the biggest upgrades vaping has seen.

It delivers:

  • better flavour
  • smoother vapour
  • longer-lasting coils
  • more consistent performance

Whether you’re new to vaping or have been doing it for years, mesh coils simply make the experience better.

If you’re unsure which mesh coil your device uses, pop into Vapourium. We’ll identify it, fit it, and help you choose the best liquid to get the most out of it.

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