Beginner Guide to Temperature Control
Many vape mods have temperature control mode. But what actually is Temperature Control (TC) mode?
Temperature Control can be a gimmick if not used correctly, but once you have the knowledge of it, it can be extremely useful and can save you money in the long run. Temperature Control is not a new way of vaping but gets overlooked when compared to Variable Wattage mode.
TC mode in vape mods is a technological solution for burnt and dry hits. It enables the user to chain vape whilst taking longer pulls as the temperature stays the same instead of increasing in heat. The user can decide the temperature limit, this typically ranges from 100°C to 315°C. The power sent to the coil adjusts automatically to keep both your coil and vape at the chosen temperature.
The History of Temperature Control:
Back in 2014 there was a company called Evolv (still operates to date) who created a chip called the DNA chip. To date, many mods contain the DNA chip and they are considered the best temperature control mods on the market. Prior to the DNA chip, most vape mods could only adjust watts. Now, like wattage, temperature control is a common feature found in most vape mods.
How does Temperature Control work?
TC mode is a selectable output mode on a vape mod. TC works due to the metal of certain coils such as Ni (Nickel), Ti (Titanium) and SS (Stainless Steel), these coils tend to increase in resistance as the temperature rises. TC works by choosing the maximum temperature your coil will be allowed to reach whilst the device is firing. In some way, it acts as a safety net for your coil as it will stop coils from overheating. This helps avoid dry hits and burnt coils.
Please remember that Temperature Control cannot be used with all types of coils and there is no set temperature that will work with all coils and tanks. Your coil type will decide what temperature is best and then adjust for the best overall experience.
Wire Types for Temperature Control
| Type of Wire | Kanthal | Nichrome | Stainless Steel | Nickel | Titanium |
| Temperature Control (TC) | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Variable Wattage (VW) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
As mentioned above, not all coils work in TC mode. The wires that do work are SS (Stainless steel), Ni (Nickel) & Ti (Titanium). Different wires react to heat in different ways, the temperature will affect the resistance of the coil. However, Temperature Control vape mods have a setting built-in to accommodate each compatible wire type. Always check compatibility and manufacturer guidance before use.
How to vape in Temperature Control:
Firstly, you will need to attach your tank containing a TC wire to your tank (at room temperature). Then, lock your resistance by pressing +/- together. Switch your device mode to Temperature Control through the menu system (make sure you choose the correct wire type (SS, Ni or Ti). The most common temperature range is between 200°C- 250°C. Some TC mods allow you to change the wattage after the temperature has been set, adjust the wattage to the lowest recommended then start using.
Pros and cons of Temperature Control:
Pros:
Avoid dry hits – A key advantage of TC mode is that if the wick runs down, the temperature will increase, and therefore the temperature protection immediately kicks in and cuts out the power. The result of this will mean that instead of a nasty dry hit, you will simply get less vapour which will hint to you that you need to fill your tank with more e-juice.
Coil life – Due to avoiding fry hits and burnt coils, your coil life will increase. This means that the coil life will last longer than a regular coil (in VW mode) and the coil won’t exceed the designated temperature.
Battery life – TC mode only uses the power needed to heat the coil to the right temperature. It is estimated that TC mode uses 1.5 times less power than variable wattage mode as does not use unnecessary power.
Cons:
Complicated – TC mode can be somewhat complicated, variable wattage is more straightforward and easier to work with. TC mode requires a lot more trial and error until the correct temperature is found.
Limited coils – Kanthal is the most common wire used in a coil however, it is not TC compatible. Many tanks don’t come with TC ready coils.
Summary:
We hope this guide helped those curious about Temperature Control vaping. If done correctly, temperature control vaping can be an extraordinary vaping experience while saving money. TC provides vapers security and consistency that variable wattage vaping somewhat lacks, nobody like dry hits or burnt coils.
If you have any questions about Temperature control or vaping in general, do not hesitate to contact us.
