Aspire BVC Replacement Coils
by Aspire
No reviews yet — be the firstAspire BVC replacement coils for the CE5, ET and classic Aspire clearomisers. The bottom vertical design that wicks evenly to the last drop. 1.6 or 1.8 ohm, 5-pack.
1.6 Ohm
£31.99for 5 · inc VAT
Per unit
£6.40
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5
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1 pack
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Written and fact-checked by the VapeCity team · Updated June 2026
What are the Aspire General BVC Coils?
These are the replacement heads for the old guard: the Aspire CE5, the ET series, the classic clearomisers that put Aspire on the map. BVC stands for Bottom Vertical Coil, the design Aspire built to fix the wicking problem that dogged the early top-coil tanks, and it worked well enough that these heads are still in production years after the trend moved on. If you are still running one of those tanks, this is the coil that keeps it honest.
You get two resistances, 1.6 ohm and 1.8 ohm, both mouth-to-lung, differing mainly in how warm and how tight the draw feels. They come five to a pack at £31.99. There is nothing flashy here, just a coil that has earned its keep for a decade. If you are browsing the wider Aspire range for a newer setup, that is the place to start, but plenty of people keep a classic clearomiser going precisely because it just works.
- Bottom vertical coil sits in the liquid, so wicking stays steady as the tank empties.
- Fits the Aspire CE5, ET and the classic Aspire clearomiser range.
- 1.6 ohm for a warmer MTL with a touch more vapour.
- 1.8 ohm for the coolest, tightest, most cigarette-like draw.
- Five to a pack, and priming each one properly is the whole game.
On this page
What "bottom vertical coil" actually means
Rewind to the early clearomisers and most coils sat at the top of the tank. The wick had to haul e-liquid upward against gravity from the reservoir below, and that fell apart as the level dropped. Half a tank in, the draw changed. A quarter left, and dry hits arrived like an unwanted guest.
Aspire flipped it. The BVC head sits at the bottom of the tank, below the liquid line, so the coil is sitting in a pool rather than straining to reach one. Stand the coil vertically inside that head and the heat spreads evenly across the wick, which keeps hotspots down.
The payoff is a draw that holds steady from the first puff on a full tank to the last on a near-empty one. Prime it properly and dry hits are rare, with flavour staying level the whole way through. That consistency is exactly why BVC clearomisers outlived their top-coil rivals, and why Aspire still bothers making these heads.
1.6 ohm or 1.8 ohm: which BVC coil?
The 1.6 ohm is happiest around 13 to 16 watts. It puts a bit of warmth into the vapour, which many people find more satisfying than a cool draw, and it pushes slightly more cloud than the 1.8 ohm. It suits someone who has been vaping a while and wants a touch more presence from a classic MTL setup.
The 1.8 ohm runs at 10 to 14 watts and gives the coolest, tightest draw in the range. The vapour sits closer to the cool feel of a cigarette and the draw is more restricted. For anyone fresh off smoking, that is often the more comfortable starting point, because the sensation matches what the hand and lungs already expect.
Both get on well with 50/50 juices and nic salts. You can run higher-VG liquids, but anything above 60% wicks slowly at 1.8 ohm and may give dry notes. If 70/30 is your regular, the 1.6 ohm handles the thicker juice more gracefully.
How to prime a BVC coil (and make it last)
Priming is non-negotiable on a BVC head. The cotton has to be soaked before it ever sees heat, or the first pull tastes of bonfire and the coil is ruined before you start.
- 1Hold the coil with the threaded base pointing up so you can see the cotton through the side ports.
- 2Drip three to five drops of e-liquid straight onto the exposed cotton.
- 3Let it soak in for about thirty seconds.
- 4Screw the coil into the clearomiser and fill the tank.
- 5Wait a further five minutes before the first draw, then start with a couple of gentle puffs.
BVC coil tasting burnt or gurgling? Quick fixes
Almost every complaint traces back to priming or a flooded chamber, not a duff coil. Run through these first.
Burnt taste on a new coil
It was fired before the cotton soaked. There is no saving a scorched coil, so fit a fresh one and prime it properly this time.
Burnt taste after a week or two
The coil has simply worn out, faster on sweet juices. Swap in a new one from the pack.
Gurgling or flooded draws
Usually too much liquid in the chamber or a loose coil. Check it is screwed in snug, and take slower, fuller draws.
Weak or muted flavour
Either the tank is low or the coil is past its best. Top up first; if it does not improve, replace the coil.
The good
- Steady wicking from full tank to nearly empty
- Two resistances for a warmer or a tighter MTL
- Cheap, proven and still in production
- Five to a pack, so spares are always on hand
- Forgiving with 50/50 juice and nic salts
The catch
- Only fits the classic clearomisers, not Nautilus, PockeX or pods
- Needs careful priming or the first hit burns
- Sweet juices wear it out faster
What’s in the kit
- 5 × Aspire General BVC coils (1.6 ohm or 1.8 ohm)
Specifications
| Coil type | BVC (Bottom Vertical Coil) |
|---|---|
| Resistance options | 1.6 ohm / 1.8 ohm |
| Recommended wattage (1.6 ohm) | 13–16W |
| Recommended wattage (1.8 ohm) | 10–14W |
| Compatible tanks | Aspire CE5, ET series, classic Aspire clearomisers |
| Per pack | 5 coils |
| Brand | Aspire |
Frequently asked questions
Which tanks are the Aspire BVC coils compatible with?
The Aspire CE5, the ET series and the classic Aspire clearomisers that use the standard BVC thread. They do not fit the Nautilus, the PockeX or any of the newer Aspire pod systems, which all use different coil formats. If you are unsure, check the marking on your current coil head or match the tank name against Aspire's own listings.
How often should I replace a BVC coil?
Most people get one to two weeks of moderate daily use out of one. The clearest sign it is done is a burnt or flat taste that does not lift even after refilling the tank. Gurgling or flooded draws can mean the coil is past its best or was not primed well. Sweet, heavily sweetened juices shorten its life; plain or lightly flavoured ones stretch it.
Why does my new BVC coil taste burnt straight away?
Almost always because it was not primed. The cotton needs e-liquid dripped onto it and a few minutes to soak before you vape, or it scorches on the first pull and cannot recover. Prime it, wait five minutes, then start gently.
What does delivery cost?
Standard UK delivery is £2.99 over 2 to 3 working days, next-day is £5.99 on orders placed before 3pm, and standard delivery is free once you spend over £40.
Delivery
| Standard UK delivery2–3 working days | £2.99 |
|---|---|
| Next-day deliveryorder before 3pm, Mon–Fri | £5.99 |
| Orders over £40free standard UK delivery | Free |
Order before 3pm and we dispatch the same working day. Everything ships in plain, discreet packaging from UK stock, and it’s all TPD-compliant.
Returns
You have a 14-day right to cancel online orders. Because e-liquids, pods, disposables and pouches are sealed for hygiene, change-of-mind returns are accepted only when the item is unused and in its original, unopened packaging — opened or used products can’t be refunded. Anything faulty, damaged or incorrectly supplied is fully covered under the Consumer Rights Act, return postage on us.
Full details on our returns & refund policy page.
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