You may have heard about this new vaporizer trend that's sweeping across the nation. In the last few years, vaporizers have revolutionized the way we think about tobacco and nicotine products. 

This guide will walk you through the basics of vaporizers and what it means to vape using these vapor production devices.

A vaporizer is a portable device used by vapers to create vapor out of a liquid. Essentially, a vaporizer uses a heating chamber to raise the temperature of the liquid or herb to the point of releasing the chemicals in the form of steam. It does not burn the raw material, which means it does not produce smoke.

This is what sets it apart from traditional cigarettes, which are known for the large number of carcinogens present in the first- and second-hand smoke. A vaporizer allows the user to feel the effects of chemicals like nicotine without exposure to other harmful substances.

Vaporizers come in all shapes and sizes. While individual vaporizer models may look and feel completely different in your hands, it's important to realize that they share many of the same attributes. Here are some of the most common types of vaporizers you will see:

Vape pens are the simplest style of personal vaporizers around. They are slightly larger than old-style e-cigarettes, but they are designed to mimic the look and feel of real cigarettes. Most vape pens have a single firing button and limited options for changing settings. This makes them great for beginners and those who don't want a lot of maintenance with their new device.

Vape pens come with built-in batteries and tanks, so everything is included in the vaporizer kit. Vape pens tend to be smaller in capacity for both battery life and tank size, but some manufacturers have begun making bulkier pens that can go longer between charges and refills.

Vape pens use an atomizer with a heating coil to heat the liquid in the tank and produce vapor.

Among the most advanced vaporizers today are temperature-control (TC) vaporizers. TC vaporizers can either be vape pens or box mods. With a TC vaporizer, you will have the option to customize your vapor experience by adjusting the temperature of the vapor produced. Different temperature ranges release different chemical and flavor ratios, which impact the taste and feel of your vape.

Some TC vapes use preset functions that you can toggle through to choose a temperature range, while others include a small screen and allow you to adjust your temperature up and down in one-degree increments. This gives you more control and flexibility with your vape, and allows you to change your vaporizer settings when you change e-liquids.

For most people, the basic vape pen is a great place to begin vaping. A vape pen offers a level of simplicity similar to smoking a cigarette, so all you have to learn is how to press the button and draw. It may take a couple tries to coordinate your motions and produce a full draw, but once you've got the hang of it, it's no problem at all. We’ve also got an entire section of vaporizers for beginners.

You can choose from a variety of vape pens depending on how large of a capacity you need, and how often you will be able to recharge your device.

Options like the VaporFi Pro 3 are great for anyone who wants to experiment with a vape pen at an affordable price. The kit comes with everything you need to screw the parts together. Then all you need to do is fill the tank with your chosen liquid and vape away.

If you have been struggling to give up cigarettes, the move to a simple vape pen is an excellent choice. You will probably want to stick to a smaller vape pen with a low wattage at first until you are familiar with the flavors and feeling of vaping instead of smoking..

Most vape pens are designed to give you a strong, direct lung hit that feels very similar to smoking – but without the smoke. A single button device is a good transitional option because it minimizes the time it takes to get vaping right.

More complex devices can be a challenge if they do not perform as expected or you are unsure how to make adjustments to achieve the result you're after. That's why we recommend sticking with a simple device until you're sure you're ready to invest in something more complex.

We usually recommend that vapers wait until they are comfortable with vaping and e-liquids before they attempt to use a temperature-control device.

If you've watched the news in the last few years you may have heard about a number of cases of vaporizer pens exploding or overheating. However, there have only been a handful of cases reported, and there are millions of vaporizers currently in use today.

Of the cases reported, many of them were caused by individuals carrying their device unsafely, such as in a bag or a pocket where the firing button could be unintentionally held down until the device overheats. For this reason, we recommend that vapers carry their device in an approved case or in a way where there is no chance of the firing button being unintentionally pressed.

Some devices have had issues with overheating if they are left on a charger for too long. Again, we recommend that customers take care to remove their vaporizers from the charger when they are fully charged to avoid overheating of the batteries.

Despite these cases, portable vaporizers are safe to use and are considered a risk-reduction measure for smokers trying to quit. Many manufacturers have taken it upon themselves to add safety features like short circuit protection and child-proof caps to tanks to keep consumers safe. These protections are designed and tested rigorously to ensure that the device behaves reliably when in use and when charging.

One of the best ways to choose a vaporizer is to visit your local vape shop and speak with a customer service team member. They can show you a variety of different products that are designed for your specific needs, and can demonstrate how the device works..

They can also help you choose an e-liquid that is appropriate for your tastes and nicotine requirements to ensure you get the most out of the device you choose. Your choice will ultimately depend on how often you smoke, how long you will be away from home on the average day, and your access to charging ports.

Vaporizers are appearing everywhere. They are being adopted at a rate few other technologies can compare with. If you are looking at buying your very first vape in the near future, hopefully this guide gives you an idea of what you should be looking for.

Remember, a vape pen is a simple way to get yourself started without a lot of trouble and frustration, while temperature-control devices should be reserved for advanced users.

Once you get the hang of vaping, you will find that the experience can be as flexible as you want it to be and you can branch out to experiment with a huge range of flavors and styles.