What is a box mod - How to choose your mod

What's a mod?

Vous avez déjà eu l’occasion de rencontrer à maintes reprises ce terme, mais que désigne-t-il ? Simple contraction de « modifié », le Mod est une batterie, soit le moteur de votre cigarette électronique. Prenant la forme d’un tube ou d’un box, il s’utilise avec des accumulateurs amovibles et peut être mécanique ou électronique.

L’intérêt premier du Mod est de pouvoir modifier et personnaliser quelques éléments de la e-cigarette, afin de bénéficier d’un confort plus grand et de créer soi-même le matériel qui vous ressemble. Le Mod est généralement plus imposant que la cigarette électronique mais possède une finition plus aboutie, et surtout une puissance plus importante.

The Mod consists of several elements:

A switch, the button to activate the Mod and thus heat the resistor.
A chipset acting as a brain on the battery. It is integrated in the tube of the Electronic Mod and allows certain adjustments and their reading by being connected to the screen.
Most boxes have an OLED screen, allowing all the settings to be visible.
A screw thread is provided to connect the atomizer, the cartomizer or the clearomizer.
Accumulators; these are large batteries designed to be inserted into the accumulator. To do this, simply unscrew the end of the Mod.

Among the many advantages offered by the Mod, that of autonomy has everything to please. Indeed, the autonomy capacity of a Mod is much greater than that of an electronic cigarette. Models with a capacity of 2200 mAh, for example, can be used without any problem for several days before being extinguished.

With a Mod, it is perfectly possible to set its voltage and/or power. By adjusting the tension, you can make the delivered steam thicker, increase the perception of "hit" and obtain a stronger taste sensation in the mouth.

The different types of mods (meca and electronic, forms)

As we have seen, the Mod allows to modify the elements of his electronic cigarette. At the time of choosing your Mod, you will be confronted with several different models: mechanical or electronic, offering either a tube shape or a box. Small return of different types of Mods existing on the market of the vape.

Mechanical Models

The mechanical mod, generally in the form of a steel tube, is designed to accommodate a battery and has 3 elements: the switch, the connectors and the tube. Strong of a great solidity, the mechanical mod will resist to the shocks and will take several years before giving up the soul.

The advantage of this Mod is, due to its mechanics, to avoid the risks of failure incurred by electronic Mods. Confirmed vaporisers will also be able to use it with rebuildable atomisers without the disadvantages of electronics.

The Electronic Mod

As you will guess, the electronic mod has an electronic module, which is commonly called Chipset. Most of the time it has a square shape, which owes its name to Box Mod.

Its size is larger than the Mechanical Mod and frequently incorporates an OLED display for displaying important information. Among the many features of the Electronic Mod, you will be able to take advantage of a battery charge level control, voltage or power setting, or resistance data reading.

Tube-shaped

The mods hits enjoyed a great reputation a few years ago, before the Box Mods' smashing arrival. Some vaporizers use it anyway thanks to its ease of use and its design close to the atomizer.

This form has a flush, the absence of daylight between the Mod and the atomizer, an essential advantage for informed consumers. The average length of Mods in tube is 8cm and its diameter is usually set at 22mm.

In the shape of a Box

The name Box was simply given by the rectangular shape of this Mod. The Box Mod has become popular from 2014, and offers several kinds of shapes. The favorite of the vaporizers remains the Mini Box Mod thanks to its good grip.

This shape of case allows a good autonomy of the battery and the integration of modern batteries. These types of batteries provide a constant voltage thanks to the power that you can regulate. It is also quite possible to adjust the diameter of the atomizer to that of the box.

How to choose your Mod?

It's true that all these different Mods models don't make your decision any easier. In order to choose the right Mod, you must adopt the one that is the most adapted to your consumption and your needs. Several factors are to be taken into account:

The design of the Mod: this aesthetic aspect has its importance since it is the one that will make you want to use it or not.
The autonomy of the mod: If your goal is to vaporize without breaking down several times a day, this criterion is essential to study.
The power of the mod: soft or intense vape, light or strong hit, strong or more subtle flavors in the mouth, it is the power of your Mod that will define the character of your vaporization.

If you are still a beginner in the vape, it is generally advisable to opt for an electronic Mod first, such as the Mini Box Mod. This type of Mod is easy to use and will allow you to progressively integrate the basics of steaming before going further. If you still prefer the Electronic Mod or the Box Mod, choose one with a power of 30-40 watts. This simplicity of use will also give you the possibility to use any type of accessory at will.

In search of a soft and pleasant vape? Turn to the Mechanical Mod with a maximum power of 20-30 watts. It is also preferable to choose Mods with adjustable tanks that provide a tight draft.

Vaporizers looking for intense steam can turn to Mods offering a minimum power of 50 watts and equipped with Sub-Ohm tanks and low resistors.

To make it short, the choice between mechanical and electronic Mod must depend on your desires and needs in terms of vape, as well as your experience. The mechanical mod will provide superior durability and several types of steam. Rather recommended for experienced steamers, the Mod mécanique also allows you to customize your accessories to infinity. As for the electronic Mod, it will be easier to handle and will allow the adjustment of the steam flow rate. And, unlike the mechanical Mod, it will have an integrated OLED display showing the essential information for its use.

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