How To Build A Micro Coil

So, you've found yourself in a situation where you're craving a micro coil, huh? Well, grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and let's chat about how to build one. No, I won't make you promise to call it 'our little secret'.

First things first: Gather your troops

You're going to need some supplies. Don't worry, we're not talking about a trip to the moon here. Here's a quick list:

• Kanthal wire (28-30 gauge)
• Cotton
• Scissors
• Needle nose pliers
• Coil jig (optional, but it makes life easier)
• Multimeter (to check resistance)

Now, don't go spending a fortune. You can find these at your local vape shop or online. And yes, you can use regular sewing cotton. No need to go all fancy on us.

Let's get rolling

Alright, let's dive in. First, decide on your coil size. Are you going for a tight, flavor-packed coil or a spacious, airy one? The choice is yours, my friend. For this chat, let's say we're making a 2.5mm ID coil.

Wrap your Kanthal around your coil jig (or a drill bit, if you're feeling DIY). Make sure it's nice and snug. We're aiming for about 6-7 wraps. Don't worry if it's not perfect, we're not building a spaceship here.

Cut the chord

Once you've got your wraps, snip the ends with your trusty scissors. Leave a bit of wire on each side, we'll need that later. Now, carefully slide your coil off the jig. If it's being stubborn, gently twist it off. We don't want any tantrums here.

Time to get fluffy

Grab your cotton. You want a thin strip, about the width of a piece of spaghetti. Don't go getting all gourmet on us, just a regular strand will do.

Thread your cotton through the coil. You want it to be snug, but not so tight that it's going to cause a mutiny. Once it's in there, trim the ends so they're not sticking out like a pair of wayward eyebrows.

N.Devine - coil build tips - micro clapton - low pro coils- whats to

Let's get connected

Now, it's time to attach your coil to your deck. Twist the ends of your Kanthal around the posts. Make sure they're nice and secure. We don't want any loose ends here, this isn't a game of musical chairs.

Once you've got your coil attached, give it a quick check with your multimeter. You're looking for around 0.5 ohms. If it's not quite there, give it a few more wraps. But be careful, we don't want to overdo it. This isn't a marathon, it's a sprint.

Prime time

Alright, the moment you've been waiting for. It's time to prime your coil. Drip some e-liquid onto the cotton. You want it to be nice and saturated, but not swimming in it. We're not trying to drown the poor thing.

Now, take a few puffs without firing your mod. This helps to saturate the cotton evenly. Once you're done, fire it up at a low wattage. Start at around 10 watts and gradually increase. We're not in a race here, folks.

And there you have it

Congratulations, you've just built a micro coil! Wasn't so bad, was it? Now, go forth and enjoy your new creation. Just remember, with great power comes great responsibility. Don't go blowing up your mod. We like you, and we want you to stick around.

Until next time, happy vaping!