Trash Mountain
This resource is a hobby of mine that will continue to grow. As a former smoker turned vaper, my hope is that this information will make it easier for consumers of single-use vapes to reduce waste.
Recycling takes labor and knowledge of the material. Each vape requires a unique teardown process to access and recycle the battery. Many are designed in a way that makes it difficult for users to take apart, refill, and/or recharge their vape. The companies that produce these products won't put forth the time and money to recycle their products, but someone has to.
Disposable vapes contain lithium-ion batteries that should not be disposed with household waste
Visit https://www.call2recycle.org/locator/ to find a battery recycling center near you (there's more than you might think!)
The following is a compilation of vape teardown resources posted by various vapers and hobbyists. Scroll below to find how to teardown and recycle (or refill) your preferred disposable vape.
Hyde Edge
https://softsolder.com/2022/07/29/hyde-edge-recharge-vape-pen-teardown/
RAZ TN9000
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MJ03zAqSyOY