Smok RPM160 Meshed (Pack of 3) 0.15Ohm

Overview

The Smok RPM160 Meshed (Pack of 3) 0.15Ohm by Smok in 0.15Ohm at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Smok RPM160 Meshed 0.15Ω coils (pack of 3): what you are buying

The Smok RPM160 Meshed 0.15Ω coil (pack of 3) is a set of three replacement atomiser heads made for the SMOK RPM160 pod system. Each coil has a resistance of 0.15 ohms and uses a mesh heating element rather than a conventional round wire. The pack contains coils only. It does not include a device, a pod, batteries or e-liquid, so it is aimed at people who already own an RPM160 kit and need to keep it running.

The coil is the part of a vape that does the real work. E-liquid soaks into cotton, the mesh heats up when you fire the device, and the liquid turns into vapour. Because it is heated and soaked every time you use it, it is also the part that wears out first. Flavour fades, the vapour thins out or the taste turns slightly burnt, and that is your cue to swap it. Buying coils in a pack of three means you are not caught out halfway through the week with a dead coil and nothing in the drawer.

At 0.15Ω this is a sub-ohm coil, and a low-resistance one even by sub-ohm standards. Low resistance lets more current flow at a given voltage, which means more power reaches the mesh, more liquid is vapourised per second and the vapour is warmer and denser. That is the appeal for direct-to-lung (DTL) vapers who want a large, smooth inhale with plenty of airflow. It is also the reason this coil is not a gentle starting point for someone moving from a basic pod kit or a 1.0Ω mouth-to-lung setup. Everything about it, from wattage to e-liquid choice to nicotine strength, needs to be set up with that extra power in mind.

SMOK is a long-established vape hardware manufacturer, and the RPM line is one of its widely sold pod families. This page covers what the coil is, how it behaves, what to pair it with, how to fit and look after it, and how it compares with the alternatives. Everything here is written for UK customers. You must be 18 or over to buy, and vaping products are not intended for non-smokers or anyone under 18.

Compatibility, pack contents and build quality

These coils are designed for the SMOK RPM160 kit and the RPM160-series pods that go with it. The name matters, because SMOK uses similar-sounding coil names across its pod ranges (RPM, RPM 2, Nord, Novo and others) and the threads and footprints are not always interchangeable. A 0.15Ω RPM160 mesh coil will not fit a Nord pod, and a coil from a different RPM generation will not necessarily seat properly in an RPM160 pod. Check the compatibility line on the product listing against your own pod before ordering. If you are unsure, remove the coil currently in your pod and read the code printed on its base or on the box it came in.

• Quantity: three coils in one retail pack
• Resistance: 0.15Ω (sub-ohm)
• Heating element: mesh, in contact with organic cotton wicking
• Type: replaceable coil head that seats into the base of the pod
• Not included: device, pods, 18650 batteries, charger, e-liquid

Physically, a coil like this is a small metal housing with a rubber or silicone seal ring around the base, wicking ports on the side where e-liquid enters, and a mesh sleeve wrapped around cotton on the inside. The detail that matters in daily use is the seal ring. If it is seated cleanly, the pod stays leak-free. If it is pinched, twisted or missing, e-liquid will find its way out around the base, usually onto your fingers or into the battery bay of the device.

Build consistency from SMOK is generally good for a mass-market part, but as with any consumable there is some unit-to-unit variation. One coil in a pack can wick a little more slowly than the next, or settle in a little sooner. That is another practical reason to buy a pack of three rather than a single coil: if the first one behaves oddly, you have a spare to compare against before you decide something is wrong with your pod or your e-liquid.

Counterfeit coils exist for popular SMOK lines, so buy from a UK shop you trust rather than an unfamiliar marketplace seller. Genuine packaging carries printed batch information and a verification label you can check against the manufacturer's own guidance. Store the coils in their sealed packaging, away from heat and damp, until you need them, and avoid touching the mesh or squeezing the housing when you handle them.

How the mesh coil technology works

A traditional wire coil is a length of resistance wire wound into a spiral, with cotton threaded through the middle. The heat is generated in a thin line of metal that touches the cotton in a fairly small area. A mesh coil replaces that spiral with a flat sheet of woven or perforated metal that is rolled or folded into a cylinder and pressed against the cotton. The result is a far larger contact area between the heating element and the wick.

That larger area is the whole point of the design, and it brings several practical advantages:

• Faster ramp-up: the mesh reaches working temperature quickly, so there is little delay between pressing the button and getting vapour.
• More even heating: heat is spread over a wide surface instead of one thin wire, which reduces hot spots that scorch the cotton in one place.
• Consistent flavour: more of the liquid is vapourised at a moderate temperature, so the flavour is steadier from the first pull to the last.
• Low resistance in a compact head: reaching 0.15Ω with wire normally means a big multi-strand build. Mesh gets there inside a small, drop-in coil head.

The electrical side is straightforward and worth understanding, because it explains why a 0.15Ω coil needs a capable power source. Using Ohm's law, a coil running at 60W draws about 20 amps at roughly 3.0V. At 70W it draws about 21.6 amps at 3.24V, and at 80W about 23.1 amps at 3.46V. Those currents are on the coil side. The battery side depends on the device's internal regulation, but the principle is the same: a low-resistance coil asks a lot of the cells that feed it, and that is why you should only use good-quality, high-discharge batteries with it.

Mesh is not magic. It is more forgiving of uneven wicking than a single wire, but it will still burn if the cotton cannot keep up with the heat being produced. A mesh coil that is fired too hard, used with very thick liquid, or fired without being primed will give you a dry, acrid hit just as quickly as a wire coil would. It also builds up residue from sweeteners over time, which is the main reason mesh coils eventually lose their flavour and need replacing rather than cleaning.

Every coil in this range carries a recommended wattage window from SMOK. The figure is printed on the coil or its packaging, and you should treat it as the working limit. Running well above it scorches the cotton quickly and shortens coil life dramatically, while running well below it can leave the vapour cool and flat.

Performance and vapour delivery

In use, a 0.15Ω mesh coil is a high-output, direct-to-lung setup. Expect a big, warm to hot inhale, a lot of visible vapour and an airy draw. The airflow in the RPM160 pod is set up for generous intake, so the pull is loose rather than tight, and you breathe the vapour straight into the lungs rather than holding it in your mouth first. If you have only ever used a tight mouth-to-lung pod, the first few pulls will feel like a different kind of product altogether.

Ramp-up is quick. Because mesh has a large surface area and low resistance, it gets to temperature in a fraction of a second at normal settings, so there is no noticeable lag between firing and vapour. Vapour temperature is warmer than a typical low-power pod because the coil is working harder. If you find it uncomfortably hot, drop the wattage in small steps. Even a 5W reduction makes a clear difference to temperature.

Throat hit on a coil like this is comparatively soft at low nicotine strengths, because the vapour is diluted by a large volume of air and the liquid is spread over a large inhale. That is part of why sub-ohm vapers generally use low-strength nicotine (more on that below). The trade-off is that the volume of vapour, and therefore the amount of nicotine delivered per pull, is higher than with a low-power pod, even though the strength on the bottle is lower.

Liquid consumption is the practical downside. A sub-ohm mesh coil vapourises e-liquid much faster than a mouth-to-lung coil at the same puff length, so you will refill the pod more often. In the UK, refillable tanks and pods sold with nicotine e-liquid are limited to 2ml by regulation, so check which pod you own; a 2ml pod running a 0.15Ω coil at higher wattage can be emptied surprisingly quickly in a heavy session. Carrying a bottle with you is normal for this kind of setup.

To get the most from the coil, adopt a few habits:

• Take steady 2 to 4 second pulls rather than very long ones, which overheat the cotton.
• Leave 20 to 30 seconds between pulls, particularly with thicker, high-VG liquids, so the cotton can re-saturate.
• Keep the pod at least a third full. Running it nearly dry is the quickest route to a burnt coil.
• Avoid chain vaping. Back-to-back pulls strip the wick faster than it can refill.

Used this way, the coil gives consistent vapour for most of its life, then tails off gradually rather than failing suddenly.

Flavour profile

Flavour is where mesh coils earn their place. The wide contact area vapourises the liquid at an even, moderate temperature across the whole surface, which tends to preserve the character of fruit, menthol and dessert profiles better than a hot, thin wire. With a fresh coil you will notice rounded, well-defined flavour from the first few pulls, and that quality is held reasonably steady for the first week or so of use.

There is a catch that applies to any high-power sub-ohm setup. The more air that mixes with the vapour and the warmer the vapour is, the more the finer flavour notes get diluted. A 0.15Ω coil at the top of its wattage window will produce an enormous amount of vapour, but delicate flavours can be washed out. If flavour is your priority over cloud size, run the coil in the lower half of its recommended range. Most people find that dropping 10W loses very little visible vapour and noticeably improves taste.

Different liquid styles behave differently on this coil:

• Fruit and ice liquids: generally the most forgiving. They hold their flavour at higher wattage and tend to keep the coil cleaner for longer.
• Menthol and mint: come through clearly and cool, as long as the coil is not run too hot. Very high power can make menthol feel harsh.
• Dessert, custard and sweet bakery blends: rich and pleasant, but heavy sweeteners caramelise on the mesh and can shorten coil life. Expect to change the coil sooner with these.
• Tobacco styles: subtle profiles can feel thin at high power. Lower wattage helps them considerably.

Coils absorb flavour as they age. A cotton wick that has spent a week soaked in a strong menthol liquid will carry a hint of menthol into whatever you put in next, which vapers call ghosting. If you like to switch between very different flavour families, the pack of three gives you a sensible way to manage it: dedicate one coil to fruit and ice, another to dessert flavours, and keep the third in reserve. Flush the pod with a little water, let it dry fully, and prime the new coil properly each time you switch.

It is worth being realistic about flavour as the coil ages. As residue builds on the mesh, taste flattens, often before you notice any burnt note. If the same e-liquid you enjoyed last week tastes dull or slightly muted, the coil is the first thing to replace, well before you blame the liquid.

Wattage, battery and charging guidance

The RPM160 is a variable-wattage device with a maximum output of 160W, powered by a pair of external 18650 lithium cells that you supply separately. The 0.15Ω mesh coil is designed to be used in a sensible fraction of that range, not at the device's ceiling. Follow the wattage window printed on the coil pack. As a starting habit, set the device at the lower end of that window, take a few test pulls, and raise the power in 5W steps until the temperature and flavour suit you. If the vapour starts to taste dry or harsh, you have gone too far, so step back.

Because the coil draws a lot of current, battery choice matters more here than with a low-power pod. Dual-cell devices of this type typically wire the cells in series, and the load on each cell rises with wattage. As a practical guide:

• Use two genuine, matched 18650 cells from a reputable brand, bought from a trusted supplier.
• Choose cells with a continuous discharge rating comfortably above what you will use. A rating of 25A or more gives a healthy safety margin.
• Always buy and replace cells as a pair, and keep each pair together. Do not mix old and new cells or different brands.
• Inspect the wraps. A torn or damaged wrap means the cell should be replaced or properly re-wrapped, not used.

For run time, a quick calculation helps set expectations. Two 3000mAh cells in series store roughly 21 to 22 watt-hours. At 70W that is around 18 minutes of continuous firing in theory, which works out at somewhere near 300 three-second pulls per charge after allowing for losses. Real results vary with cell condition, ambient temperature and pulse length, but it tells you that heavy users should carry spare charged cells.

Charging should be done carefully. If your device supports USB-C charging, check the manual for the recommended input, and never leave cells charging unattended or overnight. An external charger is often the better option, because it charges cells faster and lets you rotate spares. Never charge a cell that is hot, swollen or damaged. Do not carry loose cells in a pocket with keys or coins; use a plastic carry case.

When a cell reaches the end of its life, do not put it in household rubbish. Lithium cells should be taken to a battery recycling point, which many UK supermarkets and household waste recycling centres provide. Used vape equipment more generally can go to a waste electrical drop-off point; your local council can point you to the nearest one.

Nicotine strength and e-liquid guidance

This section matters more than any other, because a 0.15Ω coil changes how much nicotine you take in with every pull. The number on the bottle is concentration, measured in milligrams per millilitre. The amount that ends up in your lungs depends on how much liquid you vapourise. A sub-ohm coil at higher wattage vapourises far more liquid per pull than a mouth-to-lung pod, so the same strength delivers a much larger dose.

In the UK, nicotine e-liquid is limited to a maximum of 20mg/ml, and nicotine liquids are sold in bottles of 10ml or less. That cap is a ceiling, not a recommendation for every device. For a 0.15Ω mesh coil, the practical guidance is very different:

• 0mg (nicotine-free): suitable if you are not looking to take nicotine at all, or if you are mixing your own strength.
• 3mg freebase: the most common choice for sub-ohm DTL vaping and the usual starting point for people who vape heavily.
• 6mg freebase: sometimes used by recent ex-smokers who find 3mg too weak, but it can feel strong at higher wattage.
• 12mg and above: not suited to this coil. The dose per pull would be high and the throat hit harsh.

Nicotine salts are a separate case. They are smoother at high strengths and are designed for low-power devices, usually in the 10mg to 20mg range. At the power levels a 0.15Ω coil runs at, a nicotine salt liquid can deliver a very large dose very quickly, so it is not a good match. If you currently use 20mg salts in a low-power pod, do not move to this coil with the same liquid. Step down to a much lower strength.

Shortfill bottles are a popular partner for sub-ohm coils. A shortfill contains nicotine-free liquid in a larger bottle (commonly 50ml in a 60ml bottle) with room for nicotine shots. Adding one 10ml 18mg shot to a 50ml shortfill makes 60ml at about 3mg/ml. That is a straightforward way to land on the strength most DTL vapers prefer without buying small bottles repeatedly.

On liquid thickness, look for a VG/PG ratio of roughly 50/50 to 70/30. Higher VG blends of 80 percent or more are thick and can struggle to wick through the cotton at the speed a 0.15Ω mesh coil consumes liquid, which is a common cause of dry hits. A balanced blend wicks quickly, gives good vapour and keeps the coil healthy.

If you do not currently smoke or vape, you should not start. Nicotine is addictive, and vaping is intended only for adult smokers looking for an alternative.

Who this coil is for, and who should skip it

The Smok RPM160 Meshed 0.15Ω coil suits a fairly specific group of people. It makes sense if you recognise yourself in most of the points below:

• You already own a SMOK RPM160 kit and want replacement coils for it.
• You prefer a direct-to-lung inhale with an open, airy draw.
• You want substantial vapour production and are comfortable with warm vapour.
• You already use, or are willing to use, low-strength nicotine (3mg or 6mg freebase, or nicotine-free liquid).
• You are happy to carry a bottle or a second set of charged batteries, because consumption is high.

It is also a reasonable choice for experienced vapers who like to tune their setup. A low-resistance mesh coil responds clearly to small changes in wattage and e-liquid, and the pack of three means you can try different liquid styles without worrying about spoiling a single coil.

There are people who should look elsewhere. If any of the following applies, a different coil in the RPM family, or a different device entirely, will probably serve you better:

• You want a tight, cigarette-like draw: a higher-resistance mouth-to-lung coil is designed for that and uses far less power and liquid.
• You use high-strength nicotine salts: a sub-ohm coil at this resistance is likely to be too much nicotine at once.
• You prefer a small, pocketable, low-maintenance setup: a 160W device with external batteries and a thirsty coil is the opposite of that.
• You are new to vaping: start with a gentler set-up. A 0.15Ω coil is a step well beyond a beginner's needs.
• You do not smoke or vape: nicotine products are not for you.

Single-use vapes have been banned from sale in Great Britain since 1 June 2025, so refillable and rechargeable systems like the RPM160 are now the practical route for adult smokers who want to vape. If you are switching from a disposable that was at the top of the permitted strength, remember that the legal limit of 20mg/ml was always a maximum, and the better target for a sub-ohm setup is a fraction of that. Ask for advice at the point of purchase if you are unsure what to pair with your coils.

How to fit, prime and use the coil

Fitting a coil properly takes a few minutes and is the biggest single factor in how long it lasts and how it tastes. Follow these steps for every new coil.

• Switch the device off and, if you can, remove the pod. Empty any remaining liquid from the old pod.
• Remove the old coil by unscrewing it from the base of the pod, taking care not to lose the seal ring. Rinse the pod in lukewarm water if you are changing flavour, and let it dry fully.
• Check the new coil for damage and confirm the seal ring is in place and sits flat.
• Fit the new coil by screwing it in until it is snug. Hand-tight is enough. Over-tightening can distort the seal and crack plastic.
• Prime the cotton. Put 3 to 5 drops of e-liquid directly onto the exposed cotton through the wicking ports, so it is visibly damp before the pod is filled.
• Fill the pod with e-liquid up to the maximum line, then refit the filling plug if there is one.
• Wait 5 to 10 minutes so the liquid soaks right through the cotton. Skipping this step is the most common reason new coils taste burnt.
• Start low. Set the wattage at the bottom of the recommended window and take a few gentle pulls before raising the power.

When you first press the button, check the resistance reading on the device screen if it shows one. It should be close to 0.15Ω. A significantly different reading suggests the coil is not seated properly or is faulty.

Using the device day to day is simple. Hold the fire button while inhaling in a smooth, slow draw, then release. Stop when you have had enough, rather than at the end of a fixed count. Do not fire the device with an empty pod, because the mesh then heats in air with no liquid to carry the heat away, which burns the cotton within seconds. This is called dry firing and it ruins a coil permanently.

Keep the device in a reasonably cool place, upright when possible, and wipe away any liquid from the pod contacts with a dry cloth. If you are changing between very different flavours, replace the coil rather than pushing through leftover taste. Pods can also be rinsed between coil changes, which keeps residue from carrying over into the next one.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most coil problems come down to wicking, power or fit. Work through the likely causes in order before assuming something is faulty.

• Burnt or acrid taste: usually the cotton is dry. Check the pod is at least a third full, allow more priming time, drop the wattage by 10W and leave longer gaps between pulls. If the taste persists after refilling and resting, the coil has burnt and needs replacing.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much liquid in the wicking ports or in the airflow channel. Remove the pod, tap it gently on a tissue, clear the airflow and refit. Overfilling the pod or running very thin liquid at low power are the usual causes.
• Leaking from the base: check the seal ring on the coil is sitting flat and has not rolled. Refit the coil, do not over-tighten, and make sure the pod itself has no cracks.
• Weak flavour or flat vapour: the coil may simply be at end of life. If the coil is new, check that the cotton is saturated and that you are not running far below the recommended wattage.
• Check atomizer or no coil message: the device cannot see the coil. Remove the pod and clean the contacts with a dry cotton bud, then refit. If it persists, try a second coil from the pack to check whether the first is faulty.
• Low resistance warning or short-circuit message: stop using the device. The reading may indicate a damaged coil or contact problem. Do not keep firing it.
• Hissing or crackling: this is often just moisture or very thick liquid. If it comes with a harsh taste, the cotton is drying out.
• Coils dying quickly: the usual suspects are wattage set too high, heavily sweetened liquid, chain vaping or running the pod too low. Change one habit at a time and note whether lifespan improves.

If two or three coils from the pack behave identically, the issue is not the coil. Check the settings, the e-liquid and your technique. If the first fails alone while the second and third work normally, that points to a faulty coil, which you can raise with the shop.

Battery faults are separate from coil faults. If the device cuts out, shows a low battery warning at a surprisingly high charge, or becomes warm during normal use, stop using it and inspect the cells. Replace any damaged or poorly performing cells immediately. A weak battery sagging under load can make a perfectly good coil seem to be underperforming.

Coil life, value for money and disposal

The lifespan of a coil depends heavily on how you use it. As a general planning figure, a mesh coil in regular use lasts somewhere between one and two weeks. Heavy users with sweet liquids at higher wattage may be nearer one week. Lighter users with fruit or menthol liquids at moderate power can reach two weeks or a little more. On that basis, a pack of three covers roughly three to six weeks of normal use, with obvious individual variation.

Several factors extend or shorten that range:

• Wattage: running in the middle or lower part of the window preserves the cotton and the mesh.
• E-liquid sweetness: heavily sweetened liquids leave residue sooner.
• Pulse length and spacing: short, spaced pulls are kinder than long, rapid ones.
• Priming: a properly primed coil starts life with fewer burnt spots.
• Liquid thickness: a balanced VG/PG blend keeps the wick saturated.

On value, the pack of three is the sensible way to buy a consumable like this. The per-coil price is normally lower than buying singles, and you avoid being left without a spare. Compared with the running costs of smoking, a refillable system with coils at this level is typically cheaper over time, though a high-power setup does use more liquid than a small pod device, so the saving depends on how much you vape. Check the current price on the listing, divide by three and compare against how many weeks you realistically get from each coil.

It is worth comparing to the alternatives honestly. Single-use vapes are no longer legal to sell in Great Britain, and they were always poor value over time and wasteful. A rechargeable system with replaceable coils creates far less waste and can be cheaper per day of use, provided you look after the coils and cells properly.

When a coil has finished, do not throw it into the general waste bin without thinking. It contains metal and cotton and is part of an electrical product. In the UK, vape equipment and parts can generally be taken to a waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) drop-off point, and many household waste recycling centres accept them. Retailers selling vape products are also expected to offer a way to take back old equipment, so ask the shop. Lithium cells go to a battery recycling point separately. Your local council's website will list the nearest locations, and it is worth checking, because rules and facilities differ between areas.

How it compares with the alternatives

Choosing a coil is really choosing a style of vaping, so it helps to compare this pack against the other options a UK vaper is likely to weigh up.

Against higher-resistance RPM-family coils. SMOK sells coils for the wider RPM range at higher resistances aimed at mouth-to-lung use. Those use less power, produce less vapour, last longer per millilitre of liquid and suit higher nicotine strengths. If you want a tight draw and a pocketable setup, those are the better fit. The 0.15Ω mesh coil wins only if you want volume, warmth and an open DTL draw.

Against other sub-ohm mesh coils. Coils at 0.3Ω to 0.4Ω use less current and run on lower wattage. They are gentler on batteries, easier on liquid and still deliver a respectable cloud. A 0.15Ω coil goes further on vapour and warmth, but it demands more from your cells and more from your wallet in liquid. If you are undecided, the slightly higher resistance is often the more practical everyday choice, and the 0.15Ω version is the one to pick when you actively want more output.

Against rival ecosystems. Other manufacturers offer comparable low-resistance mesh coils, including options from Voopoo and Vaporesso at similar resistances. They are broadly comparable in how mesh technology behaves, but they are tied to their own devices and cannot be swapped between brands. The decision therefore comes down to which device you own or prefer. If you already own an RPM160, the right coil is a SMOK one, and there is no real advantage in looking elsewhere unless you plan to change the whole system.

Against unbranded or third-party coils. Cheaper compatible coils exist for some systems. Quality can be uneven: wicking, resistance accuracy and housing tolerances vary, and a poorly made coil can leak or give an unreliable resistance reading. Because the coil carries a high current at 0.15Ω, a poorly built one is not worth the small saving. Stick to genuine parts.

Against a disposable. Single-use vapes can no longer be sold in Great Britain, and in any case a disposable cannot match a refillable system on running cost, flavour choice or waste. The trade-off is that you need to fill the pod, charge or replace batteries and change coils.

To summarise, this pack is a strong match for someone who owns an RPM160, wants a warm, high-output DTL experience and is happy to run low-strength nicotine. For anyone seeking a quieter, tighter or lower-power vape, a different resistance in the same family is the better route.