Nicotine liquids upgrades and spare parts (0.8 ohm mesh)
Nicotine liquids advice for Liverpool, covering power output, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
Budget matters in Liverpool, but with nicotine liquids the cheapest option is rarely the one that lasts. Materials are unremarkable on paper and feel reassuringly solid in the hand, with no flex in the body at all.
Budget matters in Liverpool, but with nicotine liquids the cheapest option is rarely the one that lasts. The mesh tip mouthpiece is comfortable over long sessions and resists the condensation that gathers on narrower tips.
The included spare coils are useful for the first fortnight, after which you will be ordering your own. What surprised us most was how little the 1.0 Ω mesh coil changes the draw character compared with the 20:80 PG/VG liquid sitting in the chamber. The Emerald finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 20:80 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly. Pricing in Liverpool shifts with import duty, so the figures here reflect current GBP rates rather than a fixed list price. Airflow control on the Hcigar Akso is adjustable enough to move from a warm, restrained draw to something far more open without removing the tank.
Build quality is the quiet differentiator here, with tight seams and a connector that has not loosened after repeated removal. Charging over Micro-USB takes about 80 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries. Two things to check before ordering: the Micro-USB socket on the base and whether the 1.0 Ω mesh coil is the newer generation.
In Liverpool, availability of the 1.0 Ω mesh coil is the practical bottleneck, not the device itself. The mesh tip mouthpiece is comfortable over long sessions and resists the condensation that gathers on narrower tips. Worth noting that the 510-X takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
The build quality on Hcigar Akso is a step above most of what sits in the same price bracket, and the finish resists the chipping that usually shows after a few months of pocket carry. Comparing this against a 20:80 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume. For diy mixers, the learning curve is shorter than the specification list suggests, and daily use is straightforward from the first charge.
Replacement coils are widely available, and the 1.0 Ω mesh coil is the sensible default to keep in stock. Flavour tracking stays consistent from the first day to roughly the 1.0 Ω mesh mark before the profile flattens and a swap makes sense. Comparing this against a 20:80 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume.
Specifications
Every unit in the Hcigar Akso family shares the same core platform, so the differences come down to the numbers below.
| Reference model | Hcigar Akso |
|---|---|
| Brand family | Lost Vape |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Power range | 25 W |
| Liquid capacity | 2.0 ml |
| Coil | 1.0 Ω mesh |
| Bottle size | 1.3 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 20:80 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 6 mg/ml |
| Material | polycarbonate |
| Charge port | Micro-USB |
| Connector | 510-X |
| Airflow | dual bottom |
| Mouthpiece | mesh tip |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Cinnamon Danish: sweet, spiced, described as cinnamon pastry with a light glaze. On a 20:80 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.0 Ω mesh mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Liverpool
Availability in Liverpool is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 1.0 Ω mesh and the Micro-USB are both in stock before committing, and check that the 510-X matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and GBP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Availability shifts often, so check the current listing before committing to a large order.