What Is the OXVA LTI System? — Liquid Tobacco Intelligence Explained
The LTI System (Liquid Tobacco Intelligence) is OXVA’s most advanced and specialised technology — a three-part platform designed specifically for smokers who want a tobacco-authentic experience without combustion. It’s distinct from OXVA’s other technologies (Pulse System, Unitech 2.0) in that it’s built for one purpose: replicating the experience of smoking a cigarette as closely as possible through vaping.
First used in the OXVA ARTIO 2 pod device, the LTI System is OXVA’s answer to HNB (heated tobacco products) like IQOS — but without tobacco leaf, without the licensing issues, and at a fraction of the cost.
The Three Parts of the LTI System
1. Advanced Liquid Formulation
LTI doesn’t use standard e-liquid. The liquid is formulated specifically to deliver tobacco-style flavour through a process OXVA calls low-temperature liquefaction. This produces a stable, clean tobacco liquid with no synthetic additives, no burnt notes, and a flavour profile that tracks actual tobacco rather than “tobacco flavour” as interpreted by standard vape juice manufacturers.
OXVA uses a four-stage ingredient safety review on all LTI liquids — the same process applied to all their materials, but particularly important here given the complexity of tobacco-authentic formulation.
2. α-Coil Mesh Heating System
LTI uses a specialised α-coil mesh rather than a standard kanthal or stainless steel mesh. The α-coil is engineered specifically for tobacco-based liquids — it maintains even heat distribution to extract maximum flavour from the formulation, and incorporates OXVA’s μ-GLED leak-prevention technology to prevent the thinner LTI liquid from leaking through the coil at rest.
3. Intelligent Control Engine
The LTI chip monitors temperature and airflow in real time, adjusting both to simulate the draw resistance and thermal profile of a traditional cigarette pull. This means the first puff of a session and the last puff of a pod feel consistent — unlike most vapes that deliver stronger flavour on the first draw and weaker on subsequent ones.
LTI System vs OXVA’s Other Technologies
| Technology | Purpose | Found in |
|---|---|---|
| LTI System | Tobacco-authentic experience for smokers | ARTIO 2 |
| Pulse System | Consistent flavour/output as battery depletes | XLIM Pro 3 |
| Super Pulse System | Enhanced version of Pulse System with tighter regulation | XLIM 3 Ultra |
| Unitech 2.0 | Smart chipset for VPrime DTL management | OXVA VPrime |
| Dual Mesh Technology | Dual-coil pods for higher flavour output at 40W | NeXLIM / NeXLIM Go |
What Does “Liquid Tobacco Intelligence” Actually Mean in Practice?
In plain terms: the LTI system is designed so that switching from cigarettes to the ARTIO 2 feels as close to smoking as technology allows, without burning anything. The combination of formulated liquid, a purpose-built coil, and a smart draw controller means the experience is calibrated for tobacco flavour — not candy, not menthol, not fruit. Just tobacco, as accurate as vaping technology currently allows.
Each LTI pod provides approximately 400 puffs — equivalent to roughly 35 cigarettes. The device charges in 30 minutes via USB-C with a 900mAh battery.
Is the ARTIO 2 Available in the UK?
The ARTIO 2 with LTI system is currently being rolled out in select markets. The original OXVA Artio (without LTI) is available at Vapestore UK right now — an excellent, ultra-lightweight pen device at £8.49 for smokers looking to switch. Watch this space for LTI availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the LTI System the same as IQOS?
No. IQOS uses actual tobacco leaf in a heated stick — it’s a heated tobacco product (HNB). The OXVA LTI System uses specially formulated e-liquid designed to taste like tobacco, heated through a mesh coil. No tobacco leaf, no combustion, no tobacco product regulation. LTI is a vaping product, not an HNB product.
Which OXVA devices have the LTI System?
Currently only the ARTIO 2. Other OXVA devices use the Pulse System (Pro 3), Super Pulse System (3 Ultra), Unitech 2.0 (VPrime), or Dual Mesh Technology (NeXLIM). See our Pulse System explained guide and Unitech 2.0 guide for the other technologies.
Can I use regular nic salts in an LTI device?
The ARTIO 2 is designed to use LTI-formulated pods. The original OXVA Artio (non-LTI) uses standard ARTIO pods and is compatible with regular nic salts.
Related: Pulse System explained · Unitech 2.0 explained · Dual Mesh Technology explained · OXVA Artio full guide