Everything about Tanks and clearomizers in Liverpool (90 W) (v2)
Tanks and clearomizers advice for Liverpool, covering cleaning, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
Local availability in Liverpool shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. The instruction booklet is thin, but the diagrams are clear enough that most people set the device up without further help.
The gap between a mid-range and a premium tanks and clearomizers narrows once you know which components you actually use. The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 50:50 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly.
What surprised us most was how little the 1.0 Ω mesh coil changes the draw character compared with the 50:50 PG/VG liquid sitting in the chamber. The Lilac Mist finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily. Worth noting that the 510 thread takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
Charging over Micro-USB takes about 61 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries. Two things to check before ordering: the Micro-USB socket on the base and whether the 1.0 Ω mesh coil is the newer generation. Battery behaviour is where the IQOS III earns its keep: the 1500 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 80 and recharges over Micro-USB.
Build quality is the quiet differentiator here, with tight seams and a connector that has not loosened after repeated removal. The standard bore mouthpiece is comfortable over long sessions and resists the condensation that gathers on narrower tips. Worth noting that the 510 thread takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
Comparing this against a 50:50 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume. The 6.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem. Expect roughly 1502 full puffs from a charge at 0 mg/ml, based on average session length in our testing.
Specifications
Here is what the engineering actually delivers, without the marketing language.
| Reference model | IQOS III |
|---|---|
| Brand family | AEKU |
| Battery capacity | 1500 mAh |
| Power range | 80 W |
| Liquid capacity | 6.5 ml |
| Coil | 1.0 Ω mesh |
| Bottle size | 100 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 50:50 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 0 mg/ml |
| Material | anodised aluminium |
| Charge port | Micro-USB |
| Connector | 510 thread |
| Airflow | ring control |
| Mouthpiece | standard bore |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Kiwi Lime: tangy, green, described as tart kiwi balanced by lime. On a 50:50 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.0 Ω mesh mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Liverpool
Availability in Liverpool is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 1.0 Ω mesh and the Micro-USB are both in stock before committing, and check that the 510 thread matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and GBP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Availability shifts often, so check the current listing before committing to a large order.
