Ultra-Thin Design – What is it in Vaping?
Definition
Ultra-Thin Design describes vape devices engineered to be exceptionally slim—often under 10 mm thickness—so they disappear in a pocket or purse while still delivering full-flavour vapour. By flattening the battery tube, recessing the pod or tank, and using laminated circuit boards, manufacturers create a stealthy, ultra-portable kit that appeals to style-conscious Australian vapers who want discretion without sacrificing battery life or coil performance. The goal is simple: maximum portability with minimum bulk, making vaping more convenient in offices, public transport, or nightlife scenes where a chunky Mod“>box mod would draw unwanted attention.
Technical Details
Ultra-thin devices achieve their profile through lithium-ion pouch cells (soft-pack Li-Po) instead of traditional 18 650 cylindrical batteries, allowing thickness as low as 6–9 mm. PCBs are single-sided and stacked rather than side-by-side, while magnetic pod connections eliminate bulky 510 threads. Typical specs:
- Thickness: 6–10 mm
- Battery: 350–600 mAh Li-Po, 3.7 V
- Power output: 7–15 W constant voltage
- Charging: 0.5–1 A USB-C or USB charging via edge-mounted port
- Pod/tank volume: 1.5–2 ml with ceramic or mesh coil ≤1.0 Ω
Variations include credit-card shaped disposables, penny-thin closed pods, and fold-out ultra-portable kits that still accept replaceable coils. Some models integrate tiny OLEDs or LED indicators under frosted panels to maintain the sleek façade.
Usage & Tips
Keep ultra-thin batteries upright to avoid leakage of the Li-Po pouch; never pocket-carry with coins that can dent the shell. Because surface area is limited, chain vaping can overheat the board—take 10-second breaks between puffs. If auto-draw fails, gently blow through the mouthpiece to clear condensate from the air sensor. When travelling, use the supplied dust plug to stop lint entering the USB-C port, and charge on a 1 A wall adapter—fast 2 A chargers swell thin Li-Po cells. Finally, recycle these flat batteries at Australian Drop-Off points; they’re classified as soft-pack lithium and must not enter landfill.
History & Context
Ultra-Thin Design emerged in 2018 when Chinese manufacturers repurposed smartphone Li-Po cells to compete with JUUL’s dominance. The trend quickly spread to Australia’s urban markets, where fashion-forward vapers paired slim devices with high-nicotine salts, pushing local brands to adopt USB-C and UFORCE Tank-inspired coil tech in ever-thinner form factors.