Are you struggling with your disposable vape because it keeps auto-firing? When it comes to disposable vapes, like any other products, they come with some pros and cons, and even though they are highly affordable, they are prone to malfunctions.

And one of the most common problems with disposable vape pens is that they tend to auto-fire! If you are reading this, you have probably had the unpleasant experience in which your vape kit starts to vaporize the e-juice automatically.

So, let’s see how to stop a disposable vape from auto-firing and other vape-related information!

Auto Firing: What Is It?

In order to learn how to stop a disposable vape from auto-firing, we must first cover what auto-firing is and what causes it!

So, like any other ‘gadget,’ vape devices can be turned on by pressing the fire button or have the auto-fire feature, which means that the device activates when you try to draw vapor from it!

However, auto-firing also refers to a situation in which the device auto-fires without pressing any button or drawing vapor from it!

This was very common in the early days when vapes first hit the market, and as the technology advanced, so did the mechanism behind the new disposable devices.

Interestingly, auto-fire issues mainly happen with pod kits (pre-filled disposable pen, vape starter kit, and vape-style pod kit) rather than mods or box mods. Why?

There are many reasons. First, mods are bigger, more powerful, and more complex, unlike pods, designed to be far lighter and more convenient to carry and use. That said, it does not mean it cannot happen with advanced vape kits, especially if it is an auto-firing vape.

If you are new to the field and cannot discern pods from mods, click here!

Auto Firing: Why Causes It?

Auto-firing vape devices are mainly hailed because of their additional feature. Still, unfortunately, that means that there is a possibility that your vape may be more prone to experience auto-firing issues.

If your device is auto-firing, there must be a reason behind it, and it is often a result of frayed connections that have accumulated over time. That said, it also comes down to maintenance, which many vapers disregard!

1. Defective Battery

Interestingly, the most common reason disposable vapes auto fire is the defective battery. As you know, defective and damaged batteries can result in an explosion and potential injuries, so you should not be messing with damaged or defective batteries.

However, most people are not even aware that their battery is bad. Since disposable vape pens use lithium-ion batteries, these cells come with a chip, which ‘tells’ the device whether to activate the firing process.

When the chip experiences malfunctions, you get left with a device that auto-fires on its own. Since we are on the subject, chips also keep tabs on voltage, temperature, and an estimate of the batteries’ charge.

2. Accumulation of Debris /Poor Connection

Since vape pens are usually kept in pockets and purses, they can accumulate debris or dirt between the device’s mod and the cartridge (pod), which stores the vape juice. What happens is the dirt or lint blocks the conduction ports or battery’s threads, making the device malfunction.

This is one of many reasons why it is suggested that you keep your pen or mod far away from your pocket!

Furthermore, dirt can easily accumulate if you disassemble the device and leave some of the ‘screws’ loose or if you do not screw the atomizer all the way (depending on what device you have).

This issue can be easily solved by maintaining your device, taking precautions when refilling the e-juice, and occasionally cleaning the connective crevasses. You can use a swab or cotton bud to clear the debris.

3. Extreme Temperatures

Most vape users know that keeping their pen in a heated car, exposed to direct sunlight, can cause your device to stop working or auto-fire. The majority of disposable pens are designed to auto-fire at high temperatures.

However, high temperatures can burn the coil, causing damage to the device. However, there are some other reasons why it auto-fires. Sometimes it happens that the battery is not fully charged, and there is not enough power to sustain the operation.

On the other hand, the atomizer may be broken for various reasons-you have over-used it and have not maintained it. Ultimately, the reason may be rooted in improper use.

Some devices are not meant to blow large thick clouds of smoke, especially if you use an under-the-counter liquid that does not wick the coil correctly.

4. Bad Coils and Damage

As mentioned, auto-firing mostly happens with low-quality products. Those devices come with low-quality coils, easily hindering the pen’s performance. Just to remind you, a coil is a wire or a small spiral-head spring found around the wicking material.

The battery heats the coil, which then heats the wick, dipped in liquid, resulting in the vapor you inhale. Besides the poor-quality coils, auto-firing can result in damage to the device.

Maybe you dropped the device, and at first, it worked fine but then started to auto-fire. Depending on the degree of damage, you may be forced to find a replacement!

5. Incorrect Voltage

Vape devices have a particular voltage that is controlled by the battery. If the battery works on an incorrect voltage, that may result in auto-firing. So, the usual voltage for vape devices (read batteries) is 3.7 volts but can go up to 4.2 volts.

Anything over or under that voltage will mostly likely cause an issue.  The instance of auto-firing usually happens when the voltage is too high and the device auto-fires on its own, causing the liquid to burn out quicker than usual.

If you can establish how many puffs you get from the device that will help you to detect whether your battery is using incorrect voltage.

How To Stop a Vape From Auto Firing?

1. Routine Maintenance

So, how to fix auto-firing?

One of the ways to stop the vape from auto-firing is to maintain it regularly! Here is how you can do that! First, you must disassemble the device by removing the mouthpiece, just pull it out of its slot (gently), and unscrew it from the top cap.

Before dismantling the device, check the device’s warranty!

Then remove and detach the top cap from the rest of your device by twisting it (usually in a counter-clockwise direction). When the entire device is disassembled, take a Q-tip and dip it in rubbing alcohol and lightly go over the parts that have accumulated debris and contact parts.

Do not use rubbing alcohol if the device’s parts are dry. If you want to use the device long-term, keeping it in good condition is necessary.

You can also clean the vape tank; just place it in a bowl with lukewarm water. Detach the tank from the mod, and dispose of the remaining e-liquid (if there is any).

Then wash the component of the tank with dish soap and dry them with a paper towel thoroughly before putting them back together. In addition, the accumulation of debris can also result in restricted airflow within the device.

When it comes to disposable vapes, they cannot be dismantled, but you can clean the mouthpiece and the accumulated moisture using a Q-tip or a cotton swab!

2. Fix or Buy a New Battery

If your device is not past the point of no return, and it auto-fires due to the defective battery, you can either repair it or buy a new one. Generally, buying a new battery is recommended, and please, go for the high-quality one.

Also, ensure the battery is properly installed by checking the connection between the cell and the atomizer.

If auto-firing is a common occurrence, and you have tried installing the battery, and nothing changes, then it is time to buy a new one!

3. Inspect the Draw Activation Sensor

The draw activation sensor can also malfunction, or your device’s firing pin is not working. Here is how to fix it: try resetting the sensor by blowing it into the mouthpiece, and that is it.

Considering that these devices have the auto-draw mode, they should ‘sense’ when inhaling, but the sensor might also be faulted.

The same goes for the firing pin or the auto-draw switch. If you had an issue with the auto-firing since you purchased the pen, it may be the manufacturer’s fault, so try to get a replacement or refund.

4. Lower ‘the Heat’

Given that vape pens tend to fire because the temperature is too high or the device is overly heated, you can fix this by cooling the coils and slowing down the wicking process. How to do it? Just add a couple of drops of e-liquid to the tank.

While at it, check the coils; sometimes, the debris can build up on them and cause issues with the firing.

5. Adjust the Voltage

As noted, the most common voltage for vape is between 3.2 and 4 volts. Your task is to adjust it to 4 volts, the best voltage for optimal performance and experience.

This can be easily fixed; just press the button on the side of the disposable vape 5 times very quickly, and then press 5 times again. It will turn off and turn on the device. When you go through the settings and come across ‘voltage,’ press the button until your reach 4 volts.

Conclusion

In this article, we have covered the most common causes of auto-firing! Those include defective batteries, accumulation of dirt and poor connection, extreme temperatures, low-quality coils and damage, and incorrect voltage.

The best way to prevent the vape from auto-firing is to maintain it regularly and use it correctly!

Is your current vape pen auto-firing? Let us know if our suggestions and advice have helped! If you have any comments or questions, do not forget to address them in the comment section.