The new OXVA Xlim ABT Pods are OXVA's answer to one of vaping's most annoying problems: the burnt hit. They combine OXVA's new ABT anti-burn technology with UNITECH 3.0, giving you a pod that knows when it's running low and warns you before it runs dry. Here's how ABT works, what you need to use it, and how the four resistances compare. Packs of 3 are £8.99 at Vape Shop Birmingham.
Every pod has a coil wrapped in cotton. The cotton soaks up e-liquid, and the coil heats it to make vapour. When the pod gets close to empty, the cotton can't soak up liquid fast enough. The coil then heats dry cotton, and you get that harsh, burnt taste. Once the cotton has burnt, the pod usually tastes bad even after you refill it, so the pod is wasted.
ABT stands for Anti-Burn Tech, and it's exclusive to OXVA. Each ABT pod has smart liquid-level detection built in. When it's fitted to an ABT device like the OXVA Xlim Pro 4, the device can tell when your e-liquid is getting low. It gives you a refill alert before the pod runs dry, so you top up before the cotton has a chance to burn.
That means three things for you:
Smart refill alert: no more guessing how much liquid is left.
Never burn by accident: the device warns you before a dry hit can happen.
Less pod waste: pods that never burn last longer, so you buy fewer of them.
In this video we test the ABT liquid-level detection at three different e-liquid levels, so you can see exactly when the refill alert kicks in.
ABT needs two parts working together: an ABT pod and an ABT device. The pod detects the liquid level, and the device reads it and shows the alert. ABT pods still fit every XLIM device, but the anti-burn protection only switches on when both parts support it.
| Device | Pod | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Xlim Pro 4 | Xlim ABT Pod | Anti-burn protection active |
| Other XLIM devices | Xlim ABT Pod | Works normally, ABT not active |
| Xlim Pro 4 | Xlim Top Fill Pod | Works normally, ABT not active |
So if you already use an Xlim Pro 3 or Xlim Go 2, ABT pods will work in it with the same UNITECH 3.0 flavour. To get the burn protection as well, pair them with the Xlim Pro 4. Two ABT pods come in the Xlim Pro 4 box.
Alongside ABT, the new pods use OXVA's UNITECH 3.0 cartridge technology. It brings three upgrades:
30-second priming: fill a new pod, wait around 30 seconds, and you're ready to vape.
100% enhanced anti-leak: an improved design to keep e-liquid in the pod and out of your pocket.
Punchy flavour, pod after pod: consistent taste from the first puff to the last, with nic salts or freebase e-liquids.
ABT pods come in four resistances. Each one has a colour-coded base, so you can tell them apart at a glance.
| Resistance | Base colour | Best wattage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4Ω | Red | 26W to 30W | Looser restricted direct-to-lung (RDL) vaping with more vapour |
| 0.6Ω | Black | 20W to 25W | RDL or a loose mouth-to-lung (MTL) draw |
| 0.8Ω | Orange | 12W to 16W | Balanced MTL vaping, great with nic salts |
| 1.2Ω | Green | 10W to 12W | A tight MTL draw, similar to a cigarette |
Not sure which to pick? The 0.6Ω and 0.8Ω pods are good all-rounders. Choose the 1.2Ω for the tightest draw, or the 0.4Ω if you want bigger clouds.
| Xlim ABT Pods | Xlim Top Fill Pods | |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | UNITECH 3.0 with ABT | UNITECH 3.0 |
| Liquid-level detection | Yes | No |
| Anti-burn protection | Yes, with an ABT device | No |
| Resistances | 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω, 0.8Ω, 1.2Ω | 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω, 0.8Ω, 1.2Ω |
| Fits | All XLIM devices | All XLIM devices |
Both are great pods. If you have an Xlim Pro 4, the ABT pods are the ones to get, because they unlock the anti-burn protection. If your device doesn't support ABT, the OXVA Xlim Top Fill Pods are a reliable everyday choice.
After filling a new pod, wait around 30 seconds before your first puff so the cotton is fully soaked.
Start at the lower end of the wattage range for your pod and work up until it tastes right.
Refill as soon as you get the ABT alert, rather than vaping on until it's empty.
Store your device upright where you can, to help keep e-liquid away from the airflow.
Every pack of 3 OXVA Xlim ABT Pods is £8.99, in 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω, 0.8Ω or 1.2Ω. Pair them with the OXVA Xlim Pro 4 Pod Vape Kit for the full anti-burn experience, and pick up your favourite nic salt e-liquids while you're there.
We offer next-day delivery anywhere in the UK, plus same-day delivery across Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley and surrounding areas. You can also browse every OXVA pod in our OXVA pods collection.
ABT stands for Anti-Burn Tech. It's OXVA's liquid-level detection system that warns you to refill before your pod runs dry.
Yes. ABT pods fit every XLIM device and work normally with UNITECH 3.0 flavour. The anti-burn protection only works when you use them in an ABT device such as the Xlim Pro 4.
Yes. They fit and work normally, but ABT will not be active.
Each pack contains 3 pods.
Go for 1.2Ω or 0.8Ω for a mouth-to-lung vape with nic salts, or 0.6Ω or 0.4Ω for a looser restricted direct-to-lung vape.
Thanks to UNITECH 3.0, a freshly filled pod is ready in around 30 seconds.
Please note: Vaping products are only for adults aged 18 and over. E-liquids containing nicotine are highly addictive. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
