Vaping is fun and healthier than smoking, but if you use your vape pen incorrectly or ineffectively, you could end up spending a lot of money and getting through them at a rapid rate. We are going to tell you how to make your vape last longer, so that you can keep costs down and enjoy the experience. 

How Long Should Vapes Last?

Before we talk about why vapes can sometimes run out quickly, it's important to manage your expectations. Vape pens aren't built to live forever. Disposables will be ready for the bin after a set number of puffs, and refillables will (like any electronic device) require maintenance and TLC otherwise will break and need replacing too quickly.

If you are using a disposable vape pen, then you can expect it to last as long as the puff count. It's a case of simple maths. If your pen allows for 600 puffs, and you vape 6 times a day at 10 puffs each time, you can expect that device to last you 10 days. 

Sometimes people don't keep accurate count of their puffs, or take such large inhales that it's more like 3 puffs in one. This can skew the way you experience vaping and mislead you into thinking you're running out too quickly.

In terms of refillable vape kits, you can expect a 10ml bottle of e-liquid to create 3000 puffs. Again, this is simple maths. If you vape 6 times a day at 10 puffs, then this bottle will last you just under 2 months. 

Your mod/pod kit itself should stand the test of time so long as you treat it well. This means changing the coil regularly, keeping it in a safe space, cleaning it, not allowing it to clog and giving it the correct vape juice. 

Why and When Do Vapes Run Out?

If you are using a refillable mod/pod vape, the most common reason they stop working is because the e-liquid cartridge has run out. This is a very easy-to-fix problem. Simple have on hand a good collection of e-liquids, check your tank regularly and ensure you are topped up. 

There are, however, some mechanical faults that can cause your vape pen to run out more rapidly than usual, or stop working altogether. 

1. Your PG level is too high for your vape kit

If you have a high PG level vape liquid, then the consistency can cause vaporisation of the atomiser head, meaning you're going to burn the liquid too quickly. Try swapping to a 50/50 PG VG e-liquid to reduce the risk of this problem. 

2. Your vape is leaking. You might think you'd notice this, but leaking can be very subtle. You can lose a lot of liquid this way. Make sure your tank is screwed in properly and that the device never feels moist or slippery. 

3. You have a faulty battery. If you have ruled out every other option and know that you aren't vaping more than usual, it could be that the device battery is broken. 

4. If you are keeping your vape kit in your pocket, it could be that you are accidentally leaning on the 'on' button, causing the device to heat the coil as you are walking around. This will lead to burning away the e-liquid without you puffing from it and it's something you might be completely unaware of. 

Making Disposables Last Longer

Disposable vaping is currently an increasingly popular choice. Why? Because it's easy, less fiddly, great for beginners and there's tons of variety when it comes to flavour and nicotine strength. You can read more about disposable vaping here. 

Every disposable vape pen comes with a puff count. This means the number of times you can inhale and exhale using this vape pen before it runs out. 

Make sure that you pick a disposable that is going to cater to your vaping needs. If you like to vape a lot, perhaps because you used to be a heavy smokers and have made the switch to vaping, then ensure your kit has a high puff count. This will help the vape to last longer. Also, be conscious of how forceful your inhale is. If you are taking enormous drags to try and produce bigger clouds, you might take up 3 puffs in one, reducing the overall number of puffs you have. Instead of doing this, consider choosing a disposable with a high VG level, as this will produce bigger clouds without the need for over-inhale. 

You can also make your disposable vape last longer by only using it when you would have normally had a cigarette. Given that you can legally vape inside, it's much more tempting to get your vape pen out while at your desk, or eating your lunch in a cafe, or playing with your kids. But if you are an ex-smoker, you would not have used a cigarette that frequently. Try to mimic your cigarette breaks using your vape pen, to ensure you don't get carried away and burn through them too quickly. 

You should also make sure you choose a reputable brand. There are many counterfeit vape pens on the market. Some of which are very convincing. But you can soon pay a big price for a counterfeit product, as they can break or run out more rapidly. The puff counts may not have been tested and you might think you're getting 600 where in actual fact you're getting half of that. 

Buying from a reputable supplier like JM Wholesale can solve this problem for you. We only source the highest quality disposable vape kits from reputable brands like Elf Bar and Geek Bar. We also have a returns policy to make sure you are completely happy with your vape kit. Check out our vape range and get in touch if you have any questions.