A cartridge lasts for the equivalent of 20/40 cigarettes.
Super Minis (RN4081, RN4088, DSE103, etc...): About 1-3 cigs worth (20-30 puffs)
Mini (DSE901, etc...): 5-6 cigs worth (50-75 puffs depending on how you puff)
Pen (DSE801, RN4072, etc...): 7-10 cigs worth (up to about 100 puffs)
eCigar: 10-12 cigs worth (up to about 120-130 puffs)
Pipe (DSE601, etc...) Atleast 14-15 cigs worth.
E-smoking is safe.
It might be safer than tobacco smoking, we don't know, there are no scientific studies or clinical trials to test the effects of esmoking.
We could take in massive doses of nicotine which is a toxin
We don't know the long term side effects inhaling of the ingredients in the liquid
We don't know how the cocktail of chemicals we inhale interacts
We don't know the implications of breathing the chemicals given off by the burning coil wick as it degrades
We don't know what type of plastics are used for storage or cartridges and if they leach chemicals into the eliquid
We don't know what chemicals are given off by cartridge fillers when they are heated or burned
These are all areas that have yet to be researched by many suppliers and manufacturers. Ruyan has conducted several studies that appear promising, but these apply only to this company, not all of them.
So, basically we don't know if esmoking is safe. Lots of us think it is probably safer than smoking tobacco but that's opinion, not science.
When you see the advertising saying esmoking is safe or safer, it's unfounded claims, there is no proof. Ask the seller what is the basis of the statement ... they usually try to fob you off with Ruyan specific research which doesn't apply to their products.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) endorses E-smoking.
... manufacturers of electronic cigarettes continue to inaccurately cite WHO’s support of this category of products - claiming that WHO’s approval of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) principles equates to endorsement of the electronic cigarette as a safe and effective cessation aid.
WHO is unaware of the existence of a comprehensive set of scientifically rigorous, peer-reviewed studies to substantiate claims for the electronic cigarette as an effective smoking cessation aid. In this respect, WHO does not equate a manufacturer’s undocumented claims of safety or toxicity to peer-review by a science based committee.
http://www.e-cigtest.com/showthread.php?t=505
It tastes like a cigarette.
No e-liquid tastes exactly like a cigarette. There are many tobacco flavors to choose from that are similar, but none are exact. Many users report enjoying the taste of e-liquid much more than they did with cigarette smoke.
Atomizers and batteries have a reasonable lifetime with moderate use.
This technology is somewhat new and unreliable. Parts could last days or months. Monthly atomizer or battery replacement is a fairly common experience. It is suggested to always have a minimum of 1 spare atomizer and 1 spare battery in case of failure.
You get what you pay for.
Not always true. Some companies charge way too much for cheap devices and no warranties. You need to research before you buy.
You exhale only water vapour.
This is what the Ruyan research says:
"... the exhaled mist of the e-cigarette is composed of propylene glycol, and probably contains almost no nicotine; and no CO..."
http://healthnz.co.nz/RuyanCartridgeReport21-Oct-08.pdf
The E-liquid is regulated.
It's not regulated by any legal bodies, it is not approved by any legal bodies. Anyone can formulate, make and use anything in eliquid.
You actually are inhaling less nicotine then when you were smoking tobacco.
We have no testing that states this. The math says we can get a lot more nicotine, Dr Laugesen says we get less per puff. Many people have overdosed so it's certainly possible that we are raising our tolerance or making ourselves sick with too much nic.
There is no smell.
A faint smell can at times be detected while vaping. It usually smells like the flavor your using at the time. (i.e. if your vaping Chocolate it will smell like chocolate). This is usually only noticeable to those within the immediate area.
E-smoking is nicotine replacement therapy (NRT).
http://www.righttovape.com/index.php?page=15
To be NRT it has to be medical grade liquid and devices which are tested and approved.
You are smoking car anti-freeze -
This is a confusion between Propylène Glycol and Ethylène Glycol.
