Geek Vape Aegis Legend 3 Mod Green

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Geek Vape Aegis Legend 3 Mod: overview and specifications

The Geek Vape Aegis Legend 3 Mod is a dual-battery box mod from Geekvape's rugged Aegis range. It is aimed at vapers who run sub-ohm tanks and want a device that can live in a coat pocket, a work bag or a van door without being treated like a museum piece. It is a mod rather than an all-in-one starter kit. You supply two matching high-drain lithium-ion cells and a compatible tank; the mod supplies the regulated power, the chipset, the display and the shell around them.

That distinction matters if you are coming from a pod system or a single-battery pen. A pod kit is a closed little ecosystem: one battery, one pod, one way of working. A box mod separates the power source from the atomiser, which means you choose the tank, the coil, the battery brand and the wattage. The trade-off is that you take on a bit more responsibility. You need to know how to pick safe batteries, how to read a coil's resistance and how to set a sensible wattage. None of that is difficult, and this page walks through it.

The Aegis name has been Geekvape's way of saying that a mod can be built like a tool and still be pleasant to use. Earlier Aegis Legend generations set out the formula: a tough alloy chassis, textured panels that grip in wet hands, a body marketed around water, dust and shock resistance, and a chipset that scales from low-power mouth-to-lung style setups up to 200W-class direct-lung vaping. The Legend 3 continues that thinking. Our listing offers the mod in three colourway options; the electronics underneath are the same whichever finish you choose.

A quick note on accuracy. Manufacturers revise firmware, packaging and minor details between production batches, so treat the specification list in the next section as a guide to what this mod family does, and check the product table on this page for the exact figures attached to the variant you are buying. Where we describe general vaping practice, such as battery safety or coil pairing, that advice applies regardless of batch.

This page is written for adult UK vapers. You must be 18 or over to buy, and everything here assumes you are already a smoker or existing vaper looking for a reusable alternative, not someone picking up nicotine for the first time.

Below is a plain summary of what this mod does and what you need to bring to it. If a line says it depends on the variant, check the product table before you order.

• Type: regulated dual-battery box mod with variable wattage, temperature control and bypass-style operation, depending on firmware.
• Maximum output: up to 200W with two fully charged high-drain cells fitted.
• Cells: two removable lithium-ion cells in the 18650 size as standard, with 21700 support on versions that ship with the relevant sleeves or adapters. Batteries are not included and are sold separately.
• Connection: 510 thread with a spring-loaded centre pin, so most modern sub-ohm tanks screw in and sit flush. Tanks of roughly 24 to 26mm diameter are the comfortable match; wider tanks may overhang the deck slightly.
• Resistance range: typical of this class, from about 0.1 ohm up to around 3 ohm in power mode, which covers everything from low-resistance mesh coils to higher-resistance regulated-style coils.
• Charging: USB-C port on the mod for in-device charging. An external charger is the better routine for the cells themselves, covered below.
• Display: a front-mounted screen showing wattage, coil resistance, battery level and puff data, with a simple button layout.
• Protection: standard protections against short circuit, over-discharge, overheating, low resistance and reversed battery polarity.
• Firmware: updateable through Geekvape's updater when new versions are released.
• Tank capacity in the UK: refillable tanks sold in the UK are limited to 2ml, so you will be pairing this mod with a 2ml UK-edition tank.
• E-liquid limits in the UK: bottles are capped at 10ml for nicotine e-liquid and nicotine strength is capped at 20mg/ml.

In the box you should expect the mod itself, a USB-C cable, a user manual and a warranty card or authenticity check. No tank, no coils, no batteries and no e-liquid are included, which is why the listing is a mod and not a complete kit. If you are new to the hobby, add a tank, a pair of matched cells and an external charger to your basket together so you can start vaping the day it arrives.

Performance and power delivery

With two cells in series, the Legend 3 can deliver up to 200W, which is a lot of headroom. Most people will not run it anywhere near that figure all day. A typical mesh sub-ohm coil sits happily somewhere between 50W and 90W, and a lot of vapers settle at 60 to 75W because that is where flavour and vapour are balanced without chewing through batteries. The extra headroom is useful for dual-coil builds, for high-wattage coils designed for 100W or more, and for the simple reason that a regulated mod running well below its ceiling is working comfortably.

Power delivery is where a decent chipset earns its keep. When you press the fire button, the chip ramps the output to your chosen wattage quickly and holds it steady as the cells sag under load. A weak chip lets the output droop, which you notice as a hit that starts strong and fades halfway through a draw. In ordinary use the Legend 3 feels consistent, with a quick ramp that suits direct-lung inhales on mesh coils. If you are moving from a lower-powered device, the first few pulls will feel warmer and fuller, so start about 10W below the coil's recommended midpoint and work up.

Modes are what you would expect at this level:

• Variable wattage (power mode): the everyday mode. Set a wattage, vape, adjust until the flavour is where you want it.
• Temperature control: for nickel, titanium or stainless steel wire coils. The mod limits coil temperature, which can reduce dry hits and burnt flavour. It matters less for mesh coils, which are not designed for temperature control, but it is there if you rebuild.
• Bypass: passes battery voltage straight through. Useful for mechanical-style coil behaviour, but only for people who understand the risks of unregulated output. Most vapers can ignore it.

Fire-button response is the other piece of the puzzle. A good button has a firm but short travel and no rattle. The Legend 3's design lets you fire reliably with one thumb, which sounds trivial until you have tried to vape one-handed while carrying something. The built-in timeout, usually around ten seconds per draw, protects the coil if the button sticks, though you should never be pressing for that long anyway.

As for puff delivery, mods do not have a puff count the way a disposable does. Longevity depends on the cells, the wattage and your vaping style. As a rough guide, a pair of good 3000mAh 18650 cells at 60W will last most vapers a full working day of moderate use, and 21700 cells in the 4000 to 5000mAh class will stretch that further if your version supports them.

Design, build quality and the Aegis approach to toughness

The Aegis range exists because a lot of vapers are hard on their kit. Gym bags, building sites, festival fields and wet pockets are not kind to polished aluminium mods with exposed glass, and the Aegis answer is to make the device less fragile rather than more precious. The Legend 3 follows that approach: a solid alloy chassis, a protected display area and a body sealed against moisture and dust to a level Geekvape markets under its IP68-class rating. Treat that as protection against splashes, rain and the occasional dunk, not as permission to take the mod swimming. Always check the battery door seal and USB-C port cover are seated properly before relying on any water resistance.

Grip is the other half of the design. Smooth metal mods are slippery, particularly when your hands are cold or damp. Textured panels, whether in a leather-effect finish or a rubberised coating depending on colourway, give you something to hold on to. They also hide fingerprints and light scuffs better than polished metal does. If you like a mod that looks as good in six months as it does out of the box, a textured finish is the practical choice.

Size and weight come with the territory. A dual-battery mod with two cells inside is not a pocket-rocket pod. Expect a device that fills the palm, with a weight that is noticeable but not tiring once you have used it for a few days. If you have small hands or want something that disappears in a jeans pocket, a single-battery mod or a larger pod system will fit better. For everyone else, the ergonomic curves and chamfered edges help it sit comfortably rather than digging into the hand.

Practical build details worth checking on delivery:

• The battery door should close with a firm click and sit flush, with no gap or rattle.
• The 510 connector should have a spring-loaded centre pin that moves freely, so tanks make solid contact.
• Buttons should feel consistent, with no stickiness when you press fire or adjust.
• The finish should be even across panels, with no peeling edges or glue marks.

If any of these are off, contact us promptly. A mod that arrives with a loose door or a stiff button is a fault, and faulty goods are covered under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Build tolerances on well-made mods are tight, so anything noticeably loose out of the box is worth reporting rather than living with.

Batteries, charging and cell safety

Because the Legend 3 does not have an internal battery, the cells you choose are part of the product. This is the single most important area to get right, so it is worth spending a little time on it.

Choose genuine high-drain cells. For a 200W mod, look for 18650 cells rated for at least 20A continuous discharge, or 21700 cells rated at 30A or more if your version supports them. Reputable brands such as Samsung, Sony/Murata, LG and Molicel make cells that suit this use. Buy from an established supplier, because counterfeit and re-wrapped cells are common online and are a real safety risk. A cell labelled with an impossibly high capacity, such as 9900mAh in an 18650 size, is not genuine.

Use matched pairs. Both cells should be the same brand, the same model, the same age and charged to the same level. Never mix a new cell with an old one, or two different brands, in a dual-battery device. Mismatched cells drain unevenly, which stresses the weaker cell and can lead to overheating. Buying two together and keeping them as a labelled pair is the simplest rule.

Charging options:

• In-device USB-C charging is convenient for topping up. Charging speed is modest compared with a dedicated charger, so allow a couple of hours for a pair of cells from low.
• An external smart charger is the better long-term habit. It charges cells individually, lets you check each cell's condition and takes the heat of charging out of the mod's body.
• Never charge unattended overnight, never leave a charging battery on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa, and unplug when the cells reach full.

Carrying and storing spare cells: use a plastic battery case, never loose in a pocket with keys or coins. Contact between a bare cell and metal can short-circuit it. Inspect wraps regularly. If a wrap is torn, nicked or peeling, stop using the cell and have it re-wrapped or recycled.

Real-world battery life: expect a full day from a fresh pair at 60 to 70W if you vape at a moderate pace. Heavy users at higher wattage may want a second pair in the bag, which also lets you rotate cells and extend their lifespan. Cells wear out gradually; when a pair that used to last all day starts dying by mid-afternoon, it is time to replace them.

Tanks, coils and mesh technology

The mod provides power, but the vape you get depends on the tank and coil you put on top. The Legend 3 is a sub-ohm-capable mod with a 510 connection, so it works with the vast majority of tanks on the market. Because this is a UK listing, the tank you use will be a 2ml UK edition, and that has some practical consequences for coil choice.

Mesh coils are the most common choice on a mod of this power. Rather than a wound wire, the heating element is a thin sheet of mesh with a large surface area. That gives more even heating across the cotton, a faster ramp-up and generally cleaner flavour than older round-wire coils. Geekvape's own Z-series and P-series mesh coils are a natural pairing, and the brand's tanks tend to be designed around their own coils, so you get predictable wattage ranges printed on each coil. Third-party tanks from other manufacturers work just as well on the 510 connection.

Choosing a coil by resistance and wattage:

• 0.15 to 0.25 ohm mesh coils are built for direct-lung vaping at roughly 60 to 100W. These produce big vapour and use batteries quickly.
• 0.3 to 0.4 ohm mesh coils usually run at 40 to 70W. This is a comfortable range for most vapers and gives a good balance of flavour and battery life.
• 0.6 to 1.0 ohm coils sit at 15 to 30W and suit mouth-to-lung inhales with a tighter draw, which is a sensible option if you are stepping down from a pod kit.

Always follow the wattage range printed on the coil. Running a coil below its range gives weak flavour and gurgling; running it above gives burnt cotton and a short coil life. Prime new coils by dripping e-liquid onto the cotton openings and letting them soak for five to ten minutes before firing. Start at the low end of the wattage range for the first few pulls so the cotton is fully saturated.

Coil life: a mesh coil typically lasts one to two weeks of regular use, depending on e-liquid choice. Sweet and dessert liquids caramelise on the coil faster than fruit or tobacco styles and shorten its life. If flavour fades or you taste a faint burnt note, replace the coil before it ruins a tank of e-liquid.

If you rebuild your own coils, the Legend 3's temperature control mode and wide resistance range give you plenty of scope. Check your build's resistance with the mod's ohm reader before firing and never fire a coil with a reading you do not understand.

Flavour and vapour: what to expect from your e-liquid

A mod does not have a flavour of its own. What you taste comes from the e-liquid you choose and the coil that heats it. That said, the mod's power stability and the wattage you pick have a clear effect on how that flavour comes through, so it is worth understanding the relationship.

Lower wattage within a coil's range generally gives a cooler vapour with more defined flavour notes, especially on delicate fruit and menthol profiles. Higher wattage gives warmer, denser vapour with a rounder, sweeter edge, which suits desserts and richer blends but can flatten the finer details. Because the Legend 3 holds output steady, you can fine-tune in 1W steps and find a setting you like without it drifting as the battery drains.

Flavour styles that work well in a sub-ohm tank on this kind of mod include:

• Tobacco: smooth, nutty or classic blends are popular with ex-smokers and cope well with mid-range wattage.
• Menthol and mint: cool, clean and forgiving across a wide wattage range. Spearmint and peppermint behave differently, so try both.
• Berry and mixed fruit: strawberry, blueberry and blackcurrant blends shine at moderate wattage where the fruit stays bright.
• Ice fruit: watermelon ice, lemon ice or mango ice combinations give a cold finish that holds up well on mesh.
• Dessert and custard: vanilla custard, biscuit and cake profiles benefit from slightly higher wattage for a fuller body, though they gunk coils faster.
• Soda and energy drink: cola, lemonade and similar fizzy profiles are a steady favourite and are easy to dial in.
• Sweet candy: sour sweets, bubblegum and sherbet styles suit direct-lung inhales on 0.2 to 0.3 ohm mesh.

VG and PG ratio. Sub-ohm tanks work best with high-VG liquids, typically 70VG/30PG. Thicker liquid produces more vapour and a smoother throat feel, while thinner 50/50 liquids carry flavour well and suit lower-wattage coils with a tighter draw. Using very thick 80VG or higher liquid in a coil with small wicking holes can starve the cotton, giving dry hits, so check the tank's recommended VG range.

As for the three colourways in this family, the choice is purely about looks and feel. The vape is identical in all of them, because the chipset, the firmware and the connector are the same. Pick the one that suits your style and how much you care about scuffs showing.

Nicotine strength guidance for UK vapers

Nicotine strength is where many new box mod users go wrong, because moving to a higher-power device changes how much nicotine you take in per puff. In the UK, e-liquid nicotine strength is capped at 20mg/ml and bottles are limited to 10ml, so the strength range is narrower than in some other countries, but the choices within it still matter.

Freebase nicotine is the traditional type, with a harsher throat hit that increases with strength. It is the standard choice for sub-ohm vaping on a mod. Typical strengths are 0mg, 3mg, 6mg and 12mg per ml, often in shortfill bottles that you can top up with nicotine shots to reach your target.

Nicotine salts are smoother at higher strengths and absorb quickly, which is why they are common in pod kits at 10mg and 20mg. They are less suited to high-wattage sub-ohm vaping, because the large volume of vapour combined with a high nicotine strength delivers a lot of nicotine very quickly.

Here is a sensible starting point for each type of vaper:

• Moving from about 20 or more cigarettes a day, using a 0.15 to 0.3 ohm mesh coil at 60W or more: try 3mg to 6mg freebase in 70VG. If you feel unsatisfied after a few days, move up in small steps, not straight to the top.
• Moving from a pod kit on 10mg or 20mg salts and choosing a 0.6 to 1.0 ohm coil at 15 to 25W: 10mg to 12mg works for many people, matching the tighter draw and lower vapour volume.
• Casual or social vaping: 0mg to 3mg is usually plenty.

Signs you are on too high a strength include dizziness, nausea, a racing heart or a harsh, scratchy throat. Put the device down, drink some water and drop a strength level next time. Signs of too low a strength include constant puffing, a nagging craving and chain vaping with no satisfaction. Adjust one step at a time and give yourself a couple of days at each level before changing again.

Remember that at 100W and above you inhale a much larger volume of vapour per puff than on a pod kit. A 20mg nicotine salt at that wattage is a poor idea. If you want a 20mg liquid, use it in a low-wattage setup designed for it. Nicotine is addictive, and if you do not already use nicotine products, there is no reason to start.

Who the Legend 3 suits, and who should skip it

No device is for everyone. Here is an honest breakdown so you can decide whether this mod makes sense for you before you spend the money.

It is a good fit for:

• Vapers who already use a sub-ohm tank and want a more robust, higher-powered mod to run it on.
• People who work outdoors, travel a lot or are simply hard on their gear, and who appreciate a body built for knocks and splashes.
• Direct-lung vapers who run mesh coils at 60W or more and want power in reserve.
• Anyone who wants to choose their own tank, coils and batteries rather than being tied to one manufacturer's pods.
• Experienced vapers who like having temperature control and bypass modes available.

You might want to skip it if:

• You are brand new to vaping and want the simplest possible start. A refillable pod kit or a compact pen-style device needs no battery knowledge and is more forgiving.
• You prefer a very small, light device that disappears into a pocket. A dual-battery mod is always going to be bigger and heavier than a pod.
• You vape mostly at a low wattage with tight, mouth-to-lung draws. A 200W mod will work, but you are paying for power you will not use, and a single-battery mod would be lighter and cheaper.
• You do not want to handle loose lithium-ion batteries. Cells need proper care, storage and charging habits. If that sounds like a chore, choose a device with an internal battery.
• You want a ready-to-vape box. This listing has no tank, coils, batteries or e-liquid included.

It is also worth being clear about what a mod does not do. It will not make a poor e-liquid taste better or turn a worn-out coil into a fresh one. Most disappointing experiences with a new mod come from a mismatched coil and wattage, tired batteries or an unprimed coil, not from the mod itself. If you are unsure, send us a message with what you currently use and we will help you work out what to buy alongside it.

Finally, this is a product for adults who already smoke or vape. If you do not smoke, do not start vaping. If you are pregnant or have a heart condition, speak to your GP or a stop smoking service before using nicotine products.

How to set up and use the Legend 3

Setting up a box mod takes a few minutes. Follow these steps in order the first time and you will avoid most beginner problems.

• 1. Inspect your batteries. Check both cells for wrap damage. Confirm they are the same model and charged to a similar level, ideally fully charged.
• 2. Insert the cells. Open the battery door and insert the cells following the polarity markings inside the compartment. Close the door until it clicks. If the screen does not wake, check the orientation of the cells.
• 3. Switch on. Press the fire button rapidly, usually five times, to turn the device on. The same sequence switches it off. Do this before you put the mod in a bag so it cannot fire by accident.
• 4. Prime your coil. Add e-liquid to the tank, fit a new coil and let it soak for five to ten minutes before screwing the tank onto the 510 connector.
• 5. Attach the tank. Screw it on finger-tight. Do not overtighten, because that can damage the centre pin. Check that the mod reads a sensible resistance for the coil you fitted.
• 6. Set your wattage. Use the adjustment buttons to set wattage to the low end of the coil's printed range. Take a couple of gentle pulls without inhaling deeply to finish wetting the cotton.
• 7. Fine-tune. Raise the wattage by 2 to 5W at a time until the flavour and warmth suit you, staying within the printed range.
• 8. Lock when carrying. Learn the lock sequence for the fire button and use it whenever the mod goes into a pocket or bag.

Everyday handling. Refill the tank before it runs below the airflow slots. Wipe condensation from the 510 connector now and then, because e-liquid residue can cause poor contact. If the display shows a resistance warning, remove the tank, check that the coil is seated and that there is no residue on the pin, and try again.

Cleaning. Use a dry cotton bud or a lightly dampened cloth on the exterior. Do not spray cleaners into the battery bay or USB-C port. If e-liquid leaks into the mod, remove the cells, wipe it clean with a dry cloth and let the device dry fully before reinserting batteries.

Firmware. If Geekvape releases a firmware update, follow the manufacturer's instructions and use the supplied cable. Do not interrupt an update once it has started.

Troubleshooting common issues

Most faults on a regulated mod come down to a handful of causes. Work through these before assuming the device is broken.

• Display says no atomiser, or check atomiser. The tank is not making contact. Unscrew it and check the centre pin moves freely, clean any residue off both contact surfaces and check the coil is fully screwed into the tank base. Try a different coil to rule out a faulty one.
• Short circuit warning. The mod has detected very low or zero resistance. Remove the tank immediately. Inspect the coil for stray cotton or bent contacts and try another coil. If the warning persists with a known good tank, stop using the mod and contact us.
• Low battery warning at the start of the day. Your cells may be worn out, or one may be weaker than the other. Test each cell separately on an external charger and replace the pair if capacity has dropped noticeably.
• Dry or burnt hits. The coil is not saturated, the wattage is too high for the coil, the liquid is too thick for the wicking holes, or you are chain vaping faster than the cotton can refill. Prime the coil properly, drop the wattage a few watts and leave 20 to 30 seconds between long pulls.
• Gurgling or spitting. Condensation in the airflow path or an overfilled tank. Remove the tank, blow gently through the drip tip and wipe the base. Do not overfill, and keep within the fill line.
• Leaking. Check that the coil is tightened properly, the tank base is screwed on fully and the o-rings are intact. Store the tank upright when possible and avoid carrying it with the airflow wide open.
• Mod will not turn on. Check the cell orientation, make sure both cells have charge and clean the battery contacts. Try a different pair of cells to rule out a bad battery.
• Hot mod body. A little warmth during heavy use is normal. If the mod becomes uncomfortably hot, stop immediately, remove the cells with care and let everything cool. Do not continue to use a mod that overheats at normal wattage.
• Charging does not start. Try another USB-C cable and a different power adapter. Check the port for debris or liquid and make sure the cells are not too deeply discharged.

If you have worked through these steps and the fault remains, do not attempt to open the casing or repair the circuit board yourself. Contact us with your order number, a short description of the fault and a photo of the display message if there is one. We will help you work out whether it is a quick fix or a warranty matter.

One safety point to finish. If a battery ever swells, hisses, smells strange, or becomes very hot, move it away from anything flammable, do not touch it with bare hands if it is hot, and dispose of it safely through a battery recycling point. Do not carry on using it.

Value for money and how it compares

Judging value on a mod is different from judging it on a disposable or a pod kit. You are buying a durable piece of hardware that you will use for years if you look after it, so the sensible comparison is cost per year of use, not cost per puff. The Legend 3 sits in the mid-to-upper price bracket for a dual-battery mod, and you pay for the tougher construction and the feature set. If you already own good cells and a tank, the mod is the only new spend; if you are starting from scratch, budget extra for batteries, a charger and a tank.

Single-use vapes were banned across the UK from June 2025, and many former disposable users have moved to reusable hardware since then. Over a year, a refillable setup using a mod and a tank is usually cheaper than buying a steady supply of throwaway devices ever was, and it produces far less electronic waste. Running costs are e-liquid, a coil every week or two and the occasional replacement pair of cells.

Here is a fair look at how it stacks up against alternatives in the same area:

• Vaporesso GEN 200 (around 220W, dual 18650): offers a little more headroom on paper and a well-regarded chip. The GEN range is generally less focused on a rugged, sealed body. If extra wattage matters more to you than toughness, it is worth a look.
• Voopoo Drag 5 (around 177W, dual 18650): a popular mod with a good user interface and a wide choice of finishes. It tops out lower in power, so it suits you if you rarely go above 80W. It is not built around impact resistance in the way the Aegis range is.
• Lost Vape Centaurus line (around 200W class): known for premium materials and distinctive finishes. Pricing sits similar or higher. A good option if looks and materials are your priority over robustness.
• A single-battery mod or a larger refillable pod: lighter, cheaper and easier to carry, with less power. The sensible choice if you rarely go above 40 to 50W.

Where the Legend 3 stands out is the combination of power and durability. If you do not need both, one of the alternatives may suit you better. If you do, there are fewer mods that offer both at a similar price. Product details and prices change from batch to batch, so compare the current specifications rather than relying on a single review or a list from last year.

Warranty is part of value too. Genuine Geekvape products carry manufacturer coverage, and buying from a UK retailer means you also have statutory rights if the product is faulty. Keep your order confirmation, because it is your proof of purchase for any claim.

UK rules, storage and recycling

Vaping in the UK is regulated, and it helps to know the rules that affect you as a mod user. They exist partly to keep products consistent and partly to reduce risks for people who use them.

• Age: you must be 18 or over to buy or be sold vaping products in the UK. We may ask for age verification at checkout or on delivery.
• Nicotine strength: e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml. Any liquid sold above that is not legal for retail sale in the UK.
• Bottle and tank size: nicotine e-liquid bottles are limited to 10ml, and refillable tanks to 2ml. Larger 5ml or 8ml tank sections are not sold with UK-edition tanks, though shortfill bottles without nicotine can be larger.
• Disposables: single-use vapes have been banned since June 2025. Reusable hardware such as this mod is the lawful route for anyone who wants to carry on vaping.
• Public places: vaping is not covered by the smoking ban in the same way, but many workplaces, trains, shops and venues set their own rules. Check the policy and be considerate of people around you.

Storing your device. Keep the mod, tanks, cells and e-liquid out of reach of children and pets. Do not leave them in a hot car or in direct sunlight, because heat degrades cells and e-liquid. Store cells outside the mod if the device will be unused for more than a few days, in a plastic case.

Recycling. Vapes, mods and lithium-ion cells should never go in household bins or general recycling, because crushed or damaged cells can start fires in bin lorries and recycling plants. Instead:

• Take old cells to a battery recycling point. Many supermarkets, DIY stores and council recycling centres have one near the entrance.
• Take worn-out mods and electronic hardware to a household waste recycling centre or a drop-off point for small electrical items, or use a retailer take-back scheme where one is offered.
• Empty and rinse used tanks and coils where you can, and check with your local council about how they accept the glass, metal and plastic components.
• Tape over the terminals of damaged or swollen cells before transporting them.

Recycling a mod is rare in practice because the device lasts for years, which is a good argument for choosing a robust one and looking after it. When it does reach the end of its life, the cells, the circuit board and the casing can all be recovered, as long as they go to the right place.