Electronic cigarettes quickly gained popularity. They first appeared in China. In this country, due to the high population density, smokers had problems. Manufacturers of electronic cigarettes claim that they can be smoked absolutely anywhere, and they will not deliver discomfort to strangers.
And indeed it is. Electronic cigarettes for those around are absolutely safe, unlike ordinary ones, the smoke of which is inhaled by other people. This feature is due to the fact that the principle of operation of an electronic cigarette with liquid is based on evaporation, and not on combustion.
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Electronic cigarettes allow you to immediately control two addiction to smoking:
- physical: there is always the possibility of using cartridges with a certain nicotine content, which will make it possible to make a smooth transition from cartridges with a high level of nicotine to nicotine-free (this is also facilitated by the principle of operation of electronic cigarettes);
- psychological: there is a complete imitation of the smoking process, but nicotine does not enter the body.
Features of the electronic cigarette device
Any such cigarette consists of:
- a battery or batteries that supplies electricity;
- sound clearomizer-evaporator, heating the liquid;
- a simulator of combustion, which is located on the tip of the cigarette itself;
- air-touch air pressure sensor;
- microprocessor (directly electronic cigarette device that starts the vaporizer);
- a cartridge with liquid (it can be with or without nicotine).
The cartridge is a sealed container containing purified nicotine, as well as aromatic substances, which are necessary to simulate the smell of expensive cigarettes. This part of the device is replaceable and can be replaced with a new one if necessary. Cartridges differ in the amount of nicotine that is included in their composition: from a high level to a complete absence. According to this principle, several types of electronic cigarettes are distinguished:
- nicotine-free, the safest for the body;
- very light - the nicotine content does not exceed 11 mg;
- lightweight - from 12 to 16 mg of nicotine;
- strong - about 18 mg;
- very strong - nicotine levels reach 24 mg.
For different models, parts can be connected in different ways, but the principle of operation of an electronic cigarette is always the same.
Scheme of work
What is the principle of operation of the vaporizer in an electronic cigarette? When the smoker takes a puff, the microprocessor starts up, which, in turn, activates the heating element of the cigarette. As a result, evaporation of the liquid occurs. Further, vapor begins to be emitted from the cigarette, which is an imitation of cigarette smoke. It enters the smoker's lungs, thus saturating them with nicotine. It is worth noting that the principle of operation of the board in electronic cigarettes of different models is absolutely the same, since this element serves to supply current to activate the evaporator.
Some models of electronic cigarettes are almost identical in appearance to the present ones, for example, some of them have a special sensor at the end that completely simulates smoldering (this allows the principle of operation of an electronic cigarette). In addition, the device is activated not with a button, but by tightening it, as in the process of smoking regular cigarettes.
Fluid composition
The liquid of any electronic cigarette consists of substances that are safe for the body (except for nicotine) and are found in many food products. So, the components of the cartridge are:
- food propylene glycol (can be found in cookies, sweets and carbonated drinks) and glycerin (included in buns, chocolate) are necessary for the formation of steam;
- food flavorings give a pair of flavor (added to yoghurts and candies);
- Nicotine is necessary to eliminate physical dependence, it is often included in the composition of special medical chewing gums and patches to combat smoking.
If you wish, an e-cigarette cartridge can be purchased from the manufacturer whose cigarettes you used to smoke in the past.
How to smoke electronic cigarettes
If there are no problems with ordinary cigarettes, then their electronic counterpart must be used in accordance with all the rules, since the principle of operation of electronic cigarettes is peculiar. This primarily relates to the method of holding a cigarette. It must be held horizontally with a slight slope, while making sure that the air intakes are not closed by fingers.
If the device is activated by pressing a button, then this must be done only at the time of tightening, which should be long and quite smooth. Sudden puffs must be avoided, as this can cause liquid to enter the atomizer and cartridge, which subsequently enters the mouth or simply escapes. However, do not worry that the device will be damaged in this way. It is enough to disassemble it, dry it and refuel it again.
It is worth noting the almost painless transition from a conventional cigarette to the use of an electronic analogue, since no preparation is necessary. The main thing is to remember that a full cartridge should always be at hand, because the non-finished liquid of an electronic cigarette can lead to a return to addiction.
Is there a danger from smoking electronic cigarettes
Despite the fact that the principle of operation of electronic cigarettes is simple and clear, a question may still arise regarding the safety of using this device. It is worth remembering that, replacing regular cigarettes with electronic cigarettes, you will still consume nicotine, although it may be much less. Therefore, do not hope too much that with this device you can quickly and easily quit addiction.
Aromatic additives, which are certainly part of the liquid, can also carry a danger to the body, this allows the principle of electronic cigarettes. In addition, when choosing electronic analogues, it is worth remembering that these products are not subject to mandatory certification, which means that no one will give you a guarantee of security.
That's why before deciding to completely abandon conventional cigarettes in favor of electronic cigarettes, think about whether it is worth it. In many countries, electronic cigarettes are subject to anti-tobacco laws, which makes their use impractical.