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The wrong coil ruins everything. You get a burnt taste, poor wicking, a draw that feels nothing like a cigarette and cravings that don’t go away. Getting the right MTL vape coil means matching resistance to your nicotine strength, your e-liquid type and your device, and it makes a bigger difference than most people expect. This page cuts through the noise. Whether you’re replacing coils for an Aspire Nautilus, an Innokin Endura or a Vaporesso XROS, you’ll find the right resistance, the right brand and clear guidance on what to pair it with. We stock MTL coils from all the major names, with free delivery on orders over £40 and 5% off your first order.
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MTL coils are the replaceable heating elements inside mouth-to-lung tanks and pod kits. A traditional coil is a length of resistance wire wrapped around cotton wicking material. The cotton soaks up e-liquid from your tank, the wire heats up when you fire the device, and vapour is produced. Mesh coils work the same way but use a sheet of metal mesh instead of wound wire, which means more even heating, cooler vapour and a longer lifespan.
MTL coils typically range from 0.6 to 1.5 ohm, with most users choosing between 0.8 and 1.2 ohm. That higher resistance means less vapour than sub-ohm coils, but the flavour is more concentrated and the draw is tighter, much closer to a cigarette. For anyone switching from smoking or disposables, that combination matters.
Take a look at our guide to mesh coils vs regular coils if you’re not sure which type suits your setup.
MTL coils run at lower wattage, usually anywhere from 8W to 20W, and work with smaller, battery-efficient devices. The draw is tight and restricted, similar to pulling on a cigarette. Vapour production is modest, which suits vapers who want a discreet, satisfying experience over big clouds.
Sub-ohm coils are a different story. They run hotter, draw more power and produce significantly more vapour. The airflow is wide open and the experience is closer to direct-to-lung breathing than a cigarette pull. Sub-ohm suits experienced vapers who prioritise clouds and flavour intensity over a cigarette-like feel.
If you’re moving from cigarettes or disposables, MTL is the obvious starting point. The draw feels familiar, the nicotine hit is sharper and the devices are simple to use.
Browse our mouth to lung vs direct to lung vaping guide for a fuller breakdown, or check out our picks for the best MTL vape kits if you’re starting fresh.
Resistance is where most people go wrong when buying replacement coils. Picking the wrong ohm rating affects your draw, your nicotine delivery and how well your coil wicks the e-liquid you’re using.
Here’s a straightforward guide:
| Resistance | Best For |
|---|---|
| 1.5 ohm | Heavy smokers |
| 1.2 ohm | Nic salts |
| 1.0 ohm | Balanced MTL |
| 0.8 ohm | Loose MTL |
| 0.6 ohm | Modern MTL/RDL |
The UK legal maximum for nicotine-containing e-liquid is 20mg/ml. Bear that in mind when choosing your nic strength alongside your coil resistance.
For more detail on which nicotine type suits your setup, read our guide on nic salts vs freebase or choosing the right nicotine strength. If you’re using 50/50 e-liquid, our best 50/50 vape juice guide is worth a look too.
Coil and e-liquid pairing isn’t complicated once you know the basics. MTL coils are designed for thinner e-liquids, specifically 50/50 PG/VG blends and nic salt formulas. The cotton wicking in these coils has tighter tolerances than sub-ohm coils, and thin e-liquid wicks through it efficiently.
High-VG shortfills are a problem. A 70/30 or 80/20 VG/PG blend is too thick for most MTL coils to wick properly at low wattage. The cotton can’t absorb the liquid fast enough, you run it dry and get a burnt hit. It’s one of the most common reasons new vapers end up with a horrible taste and a ruined coil.
Stick to 50/50 liquids or nic salts with your MTL setup and you’ll get clean flavour, consistent wicking and a coil that lasts.
Read more on PG and VG in e-liquids or how to avoid dry hits when vaping.
A well-primed MTL coil used with the right e-liquid typically lasts one to three weeks. Chain vaping, sweetened e-liquids and skipping the priming step all shorten that lifespan. Vaping a few times a day on plain or lightly sweetened juice? You might comfortably hit three weeks per coil.
Most MTL coils are sold in packs of five. At two weeks per coil, that’s ten weeks of vaping from one pack. Depending on the brand, packs typically range from around £6 to £12. That works out to less than £1.50 per week in most cases.
Compare that to disposable vapes at £4 to £6 each, used every one to two days, and the saving is significant. Running MTL replacement coils is one of the simplest ways to cut the cost of vaping without changing your setup.
Dig into the detail with our guides on how long vape coils last, how to prime a vape coil and whether vaping can save you money.
Most coils don’t fail dramatically. They fade, and the signs creep up on you. Here’s what to look out for:
When any of these appear, replace the coil rather than push through. Vaping on a dead coil burns cotton into your vapour, and that’s not something you want to inhale.
For more troubleshooting, see why your vape tastes burnt, fix weak vape flavour and why does my vape crackle.
Buying the right coil means buying one that physically fits your tank. Here’s a quick compatibility reference for the main brands we stock:
Always double-check your device model before ordering. If you’re not sure, our team can point you in the right direction.
Browse our selection of the best MTL vape tanks if you’re considering a hardware upgrade too.
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Explore our answers to some frequently asked questions.
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.
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