For Newbies

What exactly is an Electronic Cigarette?

An Electronic Cigarette (also known as E-Cigarettes or E-Cigs), is an electrical device that simulates the act of tobacco smoking by producing an inhaled mist bearing the physical sensation, appearance, and often the flavor and nicotine content of inhaled tobacco smoke; though without its odor, and intended to omit its health risks.

When were Electronic Cigarettes invented?

Electronic Cigarettes (also known as E-Cigarettes or E-Cigs) were first designed by a Chineese pharmacist in 2003 and have gained massive popularity since about 2007. They offer consumers a no tobacco, no smoke, no tar alternative to traditional Smoking.

How Electronic Cigarettes Work

The e-cigarette consists of a battery, a heating element (atomizer or vaporizer), and a cartridge.
The cartridge is the mouth piece and contains the flavor and nicotine.
When you inhale through the device the heating element vaporizes a nicotine solution stored in the cartridge.
An LED on the opposite end of the smokeless device simulates a glow during inhalation.

What are Electronic Cigarette Benefits

  • No tobacco and No tar
  • No smoke and no lingering odor
  • Saves money – cheaper than smoking real cigarettes
  • Replicates smoking experience – satisfies cravings
  • Use Anytime or Anywhere!
  • Choice of flavor and strength
  • You are more pleasant to have around :)

What’s inside the vapor?

Primarily water, nicotine, propylene glycol and flavor.

How long does each cartridge last?

Depending on brand a cartridge is comparable to about 1-2 packs of tobacco cigarettes.

How long does the battery last?

Comparable to smoking 12 to 15 regular cigarettes.

How much nicotine does it contain?

You choose the strength: zero, low, medium, high.

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