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 device simulates a glow during inhalation. The glow is available in green, blue and red...depending on the product you choose.
The Benefits of Electronic Cigarettes:
- No tobacco and no tar
- No real smoke and no lingering odor or ashes
- Cheaper than smoking real cigarettes
- Satisfies your cravings and need to hold something in your hand
- Use in the office, restaurants and the car without the smell
- Choice of flavors, strength and nicotine levels
What is the vapor?
The vapor consists of water, nicotine, propylene glycol and flavor.
How long does each cartridge last?
Depending on the brand you choose, 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, again depending on the brand.
How much nicotine do they have?
You choose the strength: zero, low, medium, high. Click Here to see how all the brands compare in Our Rating Chart.
Are Electronic Cigarettes FDA regulated?
In January of 2010 the courts ruled the FDA has no jurisdiction over Electronic Cigarettes. The court decided it is a nicotine delivery system, similar to the patch, gum and other nicotine delivery devices.
Watch this CNN video for some great commentary: