TFV Tank – What is it in Vaping?

TFV Tank Glossary Entry

Definition

A TFV Tank is a sub-ohmtank system produced by SMOKTech, designed for high-wattage, direct-to-lung vaping. “TFV” stands for “Taste Furious Vapor,” signalling the brand’s focus on dense cloud production and bold flavour. It is a factory-built tank that uses pre-made coil heads, eliminating the need for manual coil building. The TFV series is popular among Australian vapers who want large vapour output and adjustable airflow without the complexity of rebuildable atomisers.

Technical Details

TFV Tanks feature a signature hinged top-fill cap—slide it back, dripe-liquid through the kidney-shaped ports, then snap shut for mess-free refills. Most models hold 5–6 ml of e-liquid (TPD versions 2 ml) and accept SMOK’s TFV8, TFV12 or TFV16 coil families, rated from 40 W up to 200 W. Stainless-steel and Pyrex construction with dual cyclops airflow slots allow precise draw control. Some coils are compatible with Temperature Control (TC) when using Wire“>Titanium Wire cores, letting the user set a maximum coil temperature to prevent dry hits and fine-tune Hit“>throat hit.

Usage & Tips

• Priming: Before first use, saturate the coil’s cotton through the visible juice ports and let it sit for 5–10 minutes to avoid burning.
• Avoiding Leaks: Close the airflow when filling and ensure the coil is firmly seated; high-VG liquids (70 %+) reduce seepage.
• Coil Life: Sweet or dark e-liquids shorten lifespan—change coils every 7–14 days or when flavour drops.
• Safety: Stay within the coil’s Wattage Range”>wattage range printed on the side; exceeding it can crack glass or vent batteries.

History & Context

SMOK launched the original TFV4 in 2015, quickly iterating through TFV8 “Cloud Beast” and TFV12 “King” editions to keep pace with the global cloud-chasing trend. Each generation boosts coil surface area and airflow, cementing the TFV line as a benchmark for high-performance sub-ohm tanks sold widely across Australian vape stores.