What is an Electronic Cigarette?
To begin with, an electronic cigarette [e-cig] is NOT a valid device for quitting traditional smoking, but rather an alternative means of nicotine delivery. An [e-cig] is generally a battery powered device that delivers nicotine in vapor form, rather than via the former method of burning tobacco smoke to release chemicals. In the last year and a half many different manufacturers have popped up, but all e-cigs are built with the same general design.
As the above diagram displays, there are three main parts to the electronic cigarette:
- Battery: The largest part of the e-cig is the battery, at the end of which is often located the LED indicator which lights when the puffer inhales.
- Atomizer: Located between the battery and the inhaler, the atomizer diffuses the nicotine liquid from a cartridge into a vapor mist that can be inhaled.
- Inhaler: All e-cig’s come of course with an inhaler piece through which the atomized and heated vapor passes to the puffer’s lips. This piece is also traditionally where the Nicotine liquid is contained.
Because electronic cigarettes are relatively new devices in the U.S. market, many of the newer manufacturers may not have more than a few months experience in producing these products. So it’s important to make sure you are buying from an established brand. Check out the five best electronic cigarette list we have put together.
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