MTL coils typically range from 0.6 to 1.5 ohm, with most users choosing between 0.8 and 1.2 ohm. Higher resistance (1.2-1.5ohm) gives the tightest draw and suits nic salts. Lower in the MTL range (0.8-1.1ohm) offers a slightly more open draw and works better with freebase nicotine.

MTL coils have higher resistance, run at lower wattage and produce a tighter, more cigarette-like draw. Sub-ohm coils run below 1.0ohm, at higher wattage, and produce far more vapour. They suit direct-to-lung vaping rather than mouth-to-lung.

Yes, and they’re an excellent pairing. Nic salts vape smoothly at higher nicotine strengths, which suits the lower vapour output of MTL coils. A 1.0ohm or higher coil with a 10-20mg/ml nic salt is one of the most effective setups for craving control.

50/50 PG/VG is the standard choice. It’s thin enough to wick efficiently through MTL coils and delivers a good balance of flavour and throat hit. High-VG e-liquids are too thick for most MTL coils and will cause dry hits.

Typically one to three weeks, depending on how heavily you vape, how sweet your e-liquid is and whether you primed the coil before first use. Priming correctly and avoiding sweetened liquids makes a real difference to lifespan.

The main signs are a burnt or muted flavour, persistent gurgling, reduced vapour production and visible darkening on the coil when removed. If flavour suddenly drops or turns unpleasant, it’s time to swap.

Yes. 50/50 is specifically well-suited to MTL coils. The balanced PG/VG ratio wicks well at low wattage and delivers clean flavour without saturating or flooding the coil.

The Nautilus Mini and Nautilus 2 use Aspire BVC coils. The Nautilus Prime and Nautilus Prime X use their own dedicated coil format. Always check which Nautilus version you have before ordering.

Most MTL coils run between 8W and 20W depending on resistance and brand. Higher-resistance coils (1.2ohm+) typically sit at the lower end of that range. Your device or the coil packaging will usually show a recommended wattage range.

For most vapers, yes. MTL mesh coils heat more evenly, run cooler and tend to last longer than traditional wire coils. Flavour is also cleaner and more consistent. The trade-off is that mesh coils are sometimes slightly more expensive per pack.

Apply a few drops of e-liquid directly to the exposed cotton on the coil head. Fit it to your tank, fill with e-liquid and leave it to sit for five to ten minutes before your first puff. This prevents dry hits and gives the cotton time to fully saturate. Our full how to prime a vape coil guide covers the process step by step.

Usually one of three things: the coil wasn’t primed before first use, you’ve run the tank too low on e-liquid, or the coil has simply reached the end of its lifespan. Sweetened e-liquids also caramelise on the cotton faster than unflavoured or lightly flavoured ones, which shortens coil life noticeably.