OXVA Dual Mesh Coil Technology Explained
The NeXLIM is the only OXVA device using dual-mesh coil technology - a fundamentally different approach from the Unitech 2.0 coils in the XLIM range. This guide explains how it works, what Boost and Eco modes do, and whether the “200% more flavour” claim holds up.
What Is a Dual Mesh Coil?
A standard pod coil contains one heating mesh element surrounded by a cotton wick. Dual mesh contains two mesh elements in a single cartridge. OXVA’s NeXLIM switches between them and combines them using two distinct operating modes.
Boost Mode: Both Meshes Fire Simultaneously
In Boost mode, both mesh elements fire at the same time. This doubles the coil surface area vaporising your liquid, producing:
- Denser, richer vapour
- More intense, saturated flavour
- Larger cloud production
- Higher liquid consumption (~30% more per puff than Eco)
OXVA’s claim: 200% more flavour boost vs standard single mesh. This is based on surface area comparison - dual mesh has 2× the vaporisation area, which correlates to significantly more flavour compounds per puff. The claim is not implausible.
Best for: Flavour chasers, short vaping sessions, moments when you want the best possible hit from your liquid.
Eco Mode: Meshes Alternate
In Eco mode, the two mesh elements alternate - while one fires, the other cools and re-saturates with liquid. This means:
- Lower power consumption per session
- Longer coil lifespan (OXVA claims 200% longer vs single mesh)
- Each mesh element gets twice as long to wick between firings
- Result: 15+ refills per pod, vs 8-12 for standard XLIM pods
Best for: All-day vaping, extending pod lifespan, heavy vapers who go through pods quickly.
The 200% Claims Explained
| Claim | What It Means | In Practice |
|---|---|---|
| 200% more flavour boost | Double surface area = double vaporisation per puff in Boost mode | Noticeably more intense than standard coil |
| 200% longer lifespan | Alternating mesh = each element wears at half rate in Eco mode | 15+ refills vs 8-12 for XLIM pods |
Best Liquids for Dual Mesh
Dual mesh requires thinner liquids than Unitech 2.0 coils because two wicks are saturating simultaneously in Boost mode:
- Best: 50/50 nic salts at 10-20mg
- Good: 60VG/40PG nic salts
- Avoid: 70VG+ shortfills (too thick, risks dry hits on Boost)
- Avoid: Heavy sweetener liquids (twice the mesh surface = twice the caramelisation rate)
Dual Mesh vs Unitech 2.0 - Which Is Better?
| Factor | Dual Mesh (NeXLIM) | Unitech 2.0 (XLIM range) |
|---|---|---|
| Raw flavour intensity | Higher (Boost mode) | Good, consistent |
| Liquid compatibility | Narrower (50/50 only) | Wider (up to 60VG) |
| Pod lifespan | Longer (Eco mode) | Standard (8-12 refills) |
| Simplicity | More complex (two modes) | Set and forget |
| Best for | Flavour chasers | All-round daily vaping |
Should You Buy the NeXLIM for the Dual Mesh?
If flavour intensity is your priority: yes. The dual-mesh NeXLIM in Boost mode delivers a noticeably richer, more saturated vaping experience than any Unitech 2.0 device at equivalent wattage. The trade-off is liquid flexibility - you must use thin 50/50 nic salts.
If you use a variety of liquids including shortfills or thicker formulas, the XLIM Pro 3 with Unitech 2.0 and Pulse System is more versatile.
Browse NeXLIM at Vapestore - £26.99
Full NeXLIM device guide | What is Unitech 2.0? | Best nic salts for NeXLIM
OXVA NeXLIM - dual mesh ECO/BOOST in action
The dual mesh coil system is available on the NeXLIM and NeXLIM Go. 18+ only.