E-cigarettes have grown in popularity in recent years, but they’re more than just a trend. The dangers of smoking have been known for decades, and these health risks caused many people to seek out alternatives to kick their nicotine addiction. In 1963, Herbert Gilbert, who was turned off by the idea of burning and inhaling the chemicals found in cigarettes, patented the very first e-cigarette. The design was very similar to the modern vapes you find in stores such as 5J Music in Elko, NV. Unfortunately for Gilbert, manufacturers took no interest in his designs until the patent ran out.

Here are a few other things you might not know about the history of vapes:

It Took 30 Years For A Device To Be Made 

After Gilbert patented the idea, it was more than 30 years before someone else had a vision for a smokeless cigarette. In 2000, Hon Lik, a Chinese medical researcher, and his company started work on vapes as they are recognized today. They released their device internationally in 2006.

Early Vapes Were Incredibly Basic 

The first e-cigarette models, which resembled normal cigarettes, kept it simple. They consisted of a battery, tube, heating element, and a device for creating vapor. You’ll find very few people who still use these models. With the advancements in technology and e-juice, most modern devices could easily confuse a non-vaper.

Early E-Cigarettes Consisted Of Multiple Parts 

The design is not the only thing that has changed since vapes became mainstream — the heating element has also improved. Two brothers from the United Kingdom invented the cartomizer, which allowed the heating element to be placed inside the e-cigarette, removing the need for multiple pieces. Previously, vapers were limited to using either an ultrasonic or heating atomizer, which had to be attached to the device’s cartridge.

As technology grows, so do the advancements for vapes. For the latest models and e-juice flavors, stop by 5J Music in Elko. To learn more about the vape products they carry, call them at (775) 778-0484. You can also visit their website or follow them on Facebook for the latest updates.