There are three main parts to an electronic cigarette.
1. The Cartridge
2. The Atomizer
3. The Battery
The cartridge acts like the butt of the electronic cigarette, it contains a liquid that determines the flavor and nicotine strength of your e-cigarette. Cartridges can be purchased with flavors like Tobacco and Menthol. You also can decide between nicotine strengths such as Regular (16mg), Light (8mg) and even Non-Nicotine, for those that are interested in reducing their nicotine intake without losing the pleasure of smoking.
The cartridge then slips over the end of the atomizer. The atomizer is a small heating element (non-flammable) that turns the liquid inside the cartridge into smoke-like vapor, much like a miniature smoke machine.
The atomizer then screws into the end of the battery. The battery supplies the electronic cigarette with power. Since the e-cigarette is powered by the battery, there is no open flame or ashes to deal with. On the end of the battery there is a small L.E.D. light that turns on when you inhale through the e-cigarette. The L.E.D. comes in a red or blue color. The red L.E.D. makes the e-cigarette appear to be a traditional cigarette while the blue L.E.D. gives it a more modern type of look. The battery is rechargeable and lasts between 1-3 days depending on how much you smoke.
When all the pieces are assembled, the electronic cigarette looks nearly identical to a regular cigarette. You smoke the electronic cigarette in the same way as you would smoke a tobacco cigarette, without all the hassle of lighters, ashtrays, non-smoking areas...etc.
