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Build Deck

Let's dive into the fascinating world of vaping as we explore one of its central components - the build deck. As the heart of a rebuildable atomiser like RDAs and RTAs, it is important to understand what it is and how it impacts your vaping experience. 

What Is a Build Deck?

A build deck refers to the part of your vape where the coils and wicks, which are essential for vapour production, are installed. It's a critical component of a rebuildable atomiser, such as an RDA (Rebuildable Dripping Atomiser) or an RTA (Rebuildable Tank Atomiser). The design and layout of a build deck can greatly affect the ease of the building process, as well as the overall vaping experience. Users can customise their vape by altering the type and arrangement of coils on the build deck, catering to their unique preferences.

The Importance of Build Decks in Customising Your Vaping Experience

The design and layout of the build deck can influence how easy or difficult the coil-building process is. Not only does it influence the installation of the coil, but also the type and amount of coil that can be used. All this can affect vapour production, flavour intensity, and the overall functionality of the vape device.

Build decks allow for customisation, something many advanced vapers appreciate. By controlling the type of coil and its arrangement, vapers can modify their devices to align with their vaping preferences, whether focusing on flavour, cloud production, or achieving a certain throat hit. 

Without the build deck, the personalisation and performance adjustments that define the appeal of rebuildable devices would not be possible.

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What Is an RTA?

An RTA, or Rebuildable Tank Atomiser, is a type of vape device that includes a tank to hold e-liquid and allows the user to build their own coils. What sets RTAs apart is the balance they strike between convenience and customisation. You enjoy the convenience of a tank system, while also having the ability to build your own coils and tailor your vaping experience.

What Is an RDA?

An RDA, or Rebuildable Dripping Atomiser, is another type of vaping device that allows you to build your own coils. However, unlike RTAs, RDAs don't have a tank to hold e-liquid. Instead, e-liquid is manually dripped onto the coil and wick prior to vaping, giving RDAs their name. The key advantage of RDAs is that they tend to offer superior flavour intensity and cloud production, as well as customisation.

Are RDAs Better than Traditional Tanks?

This depends on your personal preference. RDAs often offer more intense flavours and larger vapour production, appealing to those who chase clouds or intense flavours. However, they require more hands-on upkeep since you have to regularly drip e-liquid onto the coil and wick. Traditional tanks offer greater convenience with automatic juice feeding and lesser maintenance. They're typically recommended for beginners or those who prefer a relatively hassle-free experience.

How Can I Reach Out to Sam for Personalised Vaping Advice?

Feel free to submit your questions to info@rhythmnvape.co.uk

I hope that helps and if you have any more questions I would be happy to answer them! Get in touch today! Sam. 

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