Asvape Zeta MTL Atomizer Review
If I remember correctly, three years ago, after a large number of Gobang-style DIY atomizers appeared, they opened up a new era for rebuildable flavor-focused atomizers and quickly became must-have gear for many users. But after several years, cloud-chasi
If I remember correctly, three years ago, the emergence of DIY atomizers for Go game enthusiasts opened up a new world for DIY flavor-focused atomizers, which quickly became essential for players. However, several years have passed, and while large cloud atomizers have developed rapidly and effectively, flavor-focused DIY atomizers have stagnated. Due to the lack of alternatives, many players still use the Go game atomizer. Now, to meet players' flavor needs, ASVAPE has gone against the trend and launched the Zeta mouth-to-lung DIY ceramic atomizer. The Zeta is defined as a mouth-to-lung atomizer, and the highlights and core mentioned in the official documentation also recommend closing the airflow for a draw. What caught my attention were the words "airflow fully closed". Let's take a closer look.
The packaging of the Asvape Zeta is very compact and exquisite, and the gold-plated logo adds a touch of luxury. The material used is not the common paper but acrylic, making it appear sturdier, and the descriptions and labels on the back are quite complete.
As this was my first encounter with such packaging, I had some trouble opening it because it does not have the usual top-and-bottom structure but opens from the side, so it requires a bit of technique: place your fingers on the bottom and gently apply pressure to open it.
The appearance of the Asvape Zeta speaks for itself; overall, it is very compact and exquisite, with a high aesthetic value. With a diameter of 24mm, it pairs well with both single-battery and dual-battery devices, including mechanical mods, showing excellent compatibility. I casually paired it with a few devices and felt that it matched best with the Alpha X 80W mod.
From the structural appearance alone, the Asvape Zeta has a structure similar to mainstream tank atomizers, consisting of a mouthpiece, top cap, atomization chamber, and base. However, the internal structure is quite complex, especially with the two built-in ceramic chambers that set the Asvape Zeta apart from many atomizers, which must have left a deep impression on players; this is also the biggest highlight of the Asvape Zeta.
One is the ceramic chamber embedded inside the atomization chamber; due to the fragility of ceramic material, further disassembly is not recommended. As seen in the image, the inner ceramic chamber is relatively small, indicating that its physical space is limited, which, based on experience, naturally leads to a very rich flavor.
The other is the ceramic spacer included in the packaging; placing the ceramic spacer on the base can create a complementary effect with the ceramic chamber inside the atomization chamber, achieving a more delicate flavor performance. Of course, it can also be omitted, but the flavor effect will slightly change.
Regarding the placement method, there are directional restrictions. When placing it, ensure that the two round dots on the bottom of the ceramic spacer fit into the two grooves on the base, while leaving the oil guide slot open, and aligning the threaded holes on the ceramic spacer with those on the electrode platform.
To facilitate the placement of the ceramic spacer, I personally suggest changing one of the two raised round dots at the bottom to a square or triangular shape, which would make placement much easier.
Also, since the ceramic spacer is quite thin and fragile, care should be taken during placement to avoid excessive force and dropping, as it can easily break. For such fragile components, I recommend that the manufacturer provide an extra one as a backup.
Since the Asvape Zeta is focused on flavor, the mouthpiece is designed to be compact, featuring a standard 510 mouthpiece, resembling a nipple, which is key for a very comfortable mouth-to-lung draw. The small diameter can effectively compress and concentrate the vapor, enhancing the flavor.
The threaded holes on the base of the Asvape Zeta are not large, further indicating that the Asvape Zeta emphasizes flavor. Since it is flavor-focused, it naturally requires finer heating wires to support it, so it is recommended to use 28G-26G A1 wire or NI80 wire. I strongly recommend using 28G wire, which is 0.32mm. Experienced users know that this type of wire produces better flavor. Avoid using thick or floral wires (they won't even fit), and it only supports single coil builds.
Regarding the installation of the wire in the Asvape Zeta, it is quite simple, and locking the wire is also easy. It is important to note that the height of the heating wire must not touch the airflow inlet below, or a short circuit is inevitable.
Looking back at the atomization chamber, the Asvape Zeta's atomization chamber consists of a metal chamber and a PEI chamber. At this point, it can be seen that the PEI chamber not only enhances the aesthetic value of the Asvape Zeta but also utilizes its transparency to facilitate observation of the internal e-liquid to prevent dry hits.
Since the Asvape Zeta's atomization chamber is composed of a metal chamber and a PEI chamber, it should support disassembly. Indeed, I had some trouble disassembling it at first, but later discovered that there are two symmetrical notches at the edge of the lower opening of the atomization chamber, which can be easily opened with a coin, making disassembly convenient for cleaning the atomization chamber.
The top cap of the atomization chamber is used to seal the filling hole and connect to the mouthpiece, while the two small notches on the lower side of the opening should serve to supplement the airflow, as it is still possible to draw even when the airflow holes on the base are closed and blocked by a finger.
The airflow holes on the base of the Asvape Zeta are also tightly designed around flavor, so the base only features a single long airflow hole with four adjustable levels, which produce a crisp clicking sound when adjusted.
Now it's time to experience the flavor performance of the Asvape Zeta. The heating wire I made is A1 26G/2.5/7 with a resistance of 0.92Ω and a power of 20W (since I haven't used 28G wire in years, I only have 26G A1 wire on hand). The e-liquid used is the Ali Mountain Jasmine Green Tea from the TEAARTS tea series.
First, with the airflow fully closed, the draw resistance is quite tight, suitable for savoring (mouth-to-lung and slowly tasting the flavor of the e-liquid), and the flavor presented by the e-liquid is very delicate, with a good richness. Opening the airflow to levels 1-4 naturally reduces the draw resistance, making it suitable for both mouth-to-lung and direct lung hits, while still maintaining the rich aroma of jasmine + green tea. However, I do not recommend using level 4 airflow, as the flavor is not as rich.
Personally, I prefer the fully closed airflow state, as it allows for a more nuanced flavor experience from the warm vapor, making the draw more flavorful and enjoyable. In contrast, the more relaxed draws with other airflow settings do not satisfy me from a mouth-to-lung perspective, but this is mainly a matter of personal preference.
Regarding the whistling sound during draws, yes, it is prominent at level 4, but not noticeable with other airflow settings, and it does not interfere with my experience, making it relatively quiet.
Since the values supported by the Asvape Zeta are flavor-focused, they are quite similar to those of pod systems, so I specifically tried the 20mg raspberry tobacco salt nicotine e-liquid from the KlaiPeng brand, which also demonstrated a strong ability to replicate tobacco flavors, with a rich taste.
Perhaps due to the higher wattage, it felt slightly harsh on the throat, so I adjusted the wattage to 16W, and just a few puffs gave a floating sensation, which was quite satisfying, still using the fully closed airflow for mouth-to-lung draws.
Although a single set of data cannot fully reflect the Asvape Zeta's flavor expression capabilities, it does indicate that the flavor performance of the Asvape Zeta is quite outstanding. I personally feel that the Asvape Zeta is a very beautiful and capable tank atomizer.
Although the e-liquid capacity is only 2.5ml, under the low oil consumption of high resistance and low wattage mouth-to-lung mode, it is still quite durable, especially when using salt nicotine; filling one chamber should last for most of the day. I set my standard as "satisfying the feeling", and I basically used it for two days.
The officially recommended fully closed airflow setting is indeed richer than my precision chess piece, as I have mentioned in the text above, but it will inevitably lead to heating issues during prolonged use.
I believe the Zeta cannot be considered a purely mouth-to-lung atomizer; for me, I do not need high nicotine support, and prolonged draws can be tiring, especially since I also experience "comparatively more noticeable heating". Therefore, the Zeta currently serves as a small direct lung hit device for me.
I asked my friend for this atomizer because I was attracted to its appearance. After trying it, I want to say that as a pure mouth-to-lung device, it may still fall short, but the ability to switch between 1.5 and 2.3 specifications of screws does provide options for mouth-to-lung and small direct lung hits, giving me the impression that it was designed to match its compact aesthetics by sacrificing the longer airflow path.
Finally, here are my usage data: A1 28G, 2.5, 7, 1.4Ω, 16W small direct lung hit. I wonder how you all feel about it; feel free to share your thoughts below.
The packaging of the Asvape Zeta is very compact and exquisite, and the gold-plated logo adds a touch of luxury. The material used is not the common paper but acrylic, making it appear sturdier, and the descriptions and labels on the back are quite complete.
As this was my first encounter with such packaging, I had some trouble opening it because it does not have the usual top-and-bottom structure but opens from the side, so it requires a bit of technique: place your fingers on the bottom and gently apply pressure to open it.
The appearance of the Asvape Zeta speaks for itself; overall, it is very compact and exquisite, with a high aesthetic value. With a diameter of 24mm, it pairs well with both single-battery and dual-battery devices, including mechanical mods, showing excellent compatibility. I casually paired it with a few devices and felt that it matched best with the Alpha X 80W mod.From the structural appearance alone, the Asvape Zeta has a structure similar to mainstream tank atomizers, consisting of a mouthpiece, top cap, atomization chamber, and base. However, the internal structure is quite complex, especially with the two built-in ceramic chambers that set the Asvape Zeta apart from many atomizers, which must have left a deep impression on players; this is also the biggest highlight of the Asvape Zeta.
One is the ceramic chamber embedded inside the atomization chamber; due to the fragility of ceramic material, further disassembly is not recommended. As seen in the image, the inner ceramic chamber is relatively small, indicating that its physical space is limited, which, based on experience, naturally leads to a very rich flavor.
The other is the ceramic spacer included in the packaging; placing the ceramic spacer on the base can create a complementary effect with the ceramic chamber inside the atomization chamber, achieving a more delicate flavor performance. Of course, it can also be omitted, but the flavor effect will slightly change.
Regarding the placement method, there are directional restrictions. When placing it, ensure that the two round dots on the bottom of the ceramic spacer fit into the two grooves on the base, while leaving the oil guide slot open, and aligning the threaded holes on the ceramic spacer with those on the electrode platform.
To facilitate the placement of the ceramic spacer, I personally suggest changing one of the two raised round dots at the bottom to a square or triangular shape, which would make placement much easier.
Also, since the ceramic spacer is quite thin and fragile, care should be taken during placement to avoid excessive force and dropping, as it can easily break. For such fragile components, I recommend that the manufacturer provide an extra one as a backup.
Since the Asvape Zeta is focused on flavor, the mouthpiece is designed to be compact, featuring a standard 510 mouthpiece, resembling a nipple, which is key for a very comfortable mouth-to-lung draw. The small diameter can effectively compress and concentrate the vapor, enhancing the flavor.
The threaded holes on the base of the Asvape Zeta are not large, further indicating that the Asvape Zeta emphasizes flavor. Since it is flavor-focused, it naturally requires finer heating wires to support it, so it is recommended to use 28G-26G A1 wire or NI80 wire. I strongly recommend using 28G wire, which is 0.32mm. Experienced users know that this type of wire produces better flavor. Avoid using thick or floral wires (they won't even fit), and it only supports single coil builds.
Regarding the installation of the wire in the Asvape Zeta, it is quite simple, and locking the wire is also easy. It is important to note that the height of the heating wire must not touch the airflow inlet below, or a short circuit is inevitable.Looking back at the atomization chamber, the Asvape Zeta's atomization chamber consists of a metal chamber and a PEI chamber. At this point, it can be seen that the PEI chamber not only enhances the aesthetic value of the Asvape Zeta but also utilizes its transparency to facilitate observation of the internal e-liquid to prevent dry hits.
Since the Asvape Zeta's atomization chamber is composed of a metal chamber and a PEI chamber, it should support disassembly. Indeed, I had some trouble disassembling it at first, but later discovered that there are two symmetrical notches at the edge of the lower opening of the atomization chamber, which can be easily opened with a coin, making disassembly convenient for cleaning the atomization chamber.
The top cap of the atomization chamber is used to seal the filling hole and connect to the mouthpiece, while the two small notches on the lower side of the opening should serve to supplement the airflow, as it is still possible to draw even when the airflow holes on the base are closed and blocked by a finger.
The airflow holes on the base of the Asvape Zeta are also tightly designed around flavor, so the base only features a single long airflow hole with four adjustable levels, which produce a crisp clicking sound when adjusted.
Now it's time to experience the flavor performance of the Asvape Zeta. The heating wire I made is A1 26G/2.5/7 with a resistance of 0.92Ω and a power of 20W (since I haven't used 28G wire in years, I only have 26G A1 wire on hand). The e-liquid used is the Ali Mountain Jasmine Green Tea from the TEAARTS tea series.
First, with the airflow fully closed, the draw resistance is quite tight, suitable for savoring (mouth-to-lung and slowly tasting the flavor of the e-liquid), and the flavor presented by the e-liquid is very delicate, with a good richness. Opening the airflow to levels 1-4 naturally reduces the draw resistance, making it suitable for both mouth-to-lung and direct lung hits, while still maintaining the rich aroma of jasmine + green tea. However, I do not recommend using level 4 airflow, as the flavor is not as rich.Personally, I prefer the fully closed airflow state, as it allows for a more nuanced flavor experience from the warm vapor, making the draw more flavorful and enjoyable. In contrast, the more relaxed draws with other airflow settings do not satisfy me from a mouth-to-lung perspective, but this is mainly a matter of personal preference.
Regarding the whistling sound during draws, yes, it is prominent at level 4, but not noticeable with other airflow settings, and it does not interfere with my experience, making it relatively quiet.
Since the values supported by the Asvape Zeta are flavor-focused, they are quite similar to those of pod systems, so I specifically tried the 20mg raspberry tobacco salt nicotine e-liquid from the KlaiPeng brand, which also demonstrated a strong ability to replicate tobacco flavors, with a rich taste.
Perhaps due to the higher wattage, it felt slightly harsh on the throat, so I adjusted the wattage to 16W, and just a few puffs gave a floating sensation, which was quite satisfying, still using the fully closed airflow for mouth-to-lung draws.
Although a single set of data cannot fully reflect the Asvape Zeta's flavor expression capabilities, it does indicate that the flavor performance of the Asvape Zeta is quite outstanding. I personally feel that the Asvape Zeta is a very beautiful and capable tank atomizer.
Although the e-liquid capacity is only 2.5ml, under the low oil consumption of high resistance and low wattage mouth-to-lung mode, it is still quite durable, especially when using salt nicotine; filling one chamber should last for most of the day. I set my standard as "satisfying the feeling", and I basically used it for two days.
The officially recommended fully closed airflow setting is indeed richer than my precision chess piece, as I have mentioned in the text above, but it will inevitably lead to heating issues during prolonged use.
I believe the Zeta cannot be considered a purely mouth-to-lung atomizer; for me, I do not need high nicotine support, and prolonged draws can be tiring, especially since I also experience "comparatively more noticeable heating". Therefore, the Zeta currently serves as a small direct lung hit device for me.
I asked my friend for this atomizer because I was attracted to its appearance. After trying it, I want to say that as a pure mouth-to-lung device, it may still fall short, but the ability to switch between 1.5 and 2.3 specifications of screws does provide options for mouth-to-lung and small direct lung hits, giving me the impression that it was designed to match its compact aesthetics by sacrificing the longer airflow path.
Finally, here are my usage data: A1 28G, 2.5, 7, 1.4Ω, 16W small direct lung hit. I wonder how you all feel about it; feel free to share your thoughts below.
