What Are NEO Sticks: Structure, Composition and Features of glo Technology

NEO sticks are special tobacco products for glo tobacco heating systems. They are not ignited but heated to a specific temperature at which tobacco releases an aerosol with nicotine. NEO sticks work exclusively with glo hyper, glo hyper+, glo sens and glo pro devices. Use in other systems is impossible due to design features.

Sticks do not produce smoke or ash. One session lasts 4 minutes, during which the user takes about 14 puffs. Each stick is packed in an individual hermetically sealed cell made of aluminum foil. This packaging preserves freshness and aroma until first use.

NEO Stick Structure: Layers and Materials

The NEO stick design consists of several functional layers arranged sequentially inside a cylindrical shell. The shell is made of special paper resistant to high temperatures. Color marking indicating taste and strength is applied to the outer surface.

Tobacco Sheet and Flavor Capsule

The stick base is a tobacco sheet created using cast-leaf technology. Tobacco is ground, mixed with natural extracts and pressed into a thin strip. This strip is twisted into a spiral providing even heating. A flavor capsule is placed inside the spiral. In the neoCLICK line the capsule is located in the cooling element and is activated by pressing before use.

Main components of NEO stick structure:

• Tobacco spiral from pressed sheet
• Separate flavor capsule
• PLA polymer cooler
• StickSeal hermetic plug
• Heat-resistant paper shell

Absence of Filter: Design Features

NEO sticks do not contain a classic paper or cellulose acetate filter. Instead they use a polymer cooler made of polylactic acid (PLA). This hollow cylinder reduces aerosol temperature to a comfortable level. The length and wall thickness of the cooler are calculated to maintain vapor density.

The front end of the stick has a hermetic StickSeal plug. It prevents tobacco dust from entering the heating chamber. This solution simplifies device maintenance and maintains hygiene during use.

Heating Technology in glo System

Modern glo devices use induction heating principle. Thermal energy is generated inside the stick due to interaction with an electromagnetic field. This method eliminates direct contact between the heating element and tobacco.

How Dual Heater Works in glo Devices

glo devices implement a dual heating system. An external induction coil creates a magnetic field around the stick. A metal element is located inside the heating chamber which heats up under the influence of this field. Heat is transferred to the tobacco sheet evenly along its entire length.

This approach eliminates local overheating and cold zones. Heating starts from the center of the stick and spreads to the edges corresponding to the natural puffing dynamics. The design prevents heater oxidation and extends device service life.

Advantages of induction heating in glo system:

• Even heat distribution along the entire stick length
• No direct contact with heating element
• Quick heating to operating temperature
• Extended device service life
• Stable temperature throughout the session

Temperature Range (290-310°C)

Heating temperature depends on device model and selected mode. In glo hyper base mode reaches 285°C, Boost mode — 300°C. In glo hyper pro and glo pro maximum temperature is 300-310°C in HyperBoost mode.

Temperature control is carried out by sensors in real time. When exceeding acceptable values heating is temporarily suspended. After session completion the device automatically switches to cooling mode using a built-in fan. This reduces preparation time for next use.

Session duration is fixed — 4 minutes. The device gives a tactile signal 30 seconds before completion. The user can terminate the session early if necessary.

Comparison with Other Systems

NEO sticks are designed specifically for glo devices. Their design and heating conditions differ from other manufacturers’ solutions. These features affect taste characteristics and ease of use.

NEO versus HEETS: Composition and Taste

In HEETS tobacco is presented as granules with addition of glycerin and propylene glycol. NEO uses pressed tobacco sheet without humectants in the main mass. Flavoring is placed in a separate capsule allowing precise dosage control.

Absence of humectants in the tobacco part makes the taste less sweet and closer to natural tobacco. The flavor capsule ensures taste stability throughout the entire session.

NEO versus Terea: Design and Heating

Terea contains a built-in metal rod for interaction with induction coil. In NEO the metal element is not built into the stick — it is part of the glo heating chamber. This simplifies stick production and reduces their cost.

Terea design includes a filter made of viscose and cellulose acetate. NEO uses a PLA polymer cooler which only reduces vapor temperature without filtration. This provides denser aerosol without “cottony” sensation.

Temperature profile in NEO is higher — up to 310°C versus 270°C in Terea. This allows more efficient extraction of nicotine and aromatic compounds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How many NEO sticks are in a standard pack?
A standard pack contains 20 sticks. Each stick is placed in an individual aluminum foil cell sealed on both sides. Compact packs of 10 sticks and wholesale packs of 200 pieces are also available.

How often should I clean the glo device when using NEO sticks?
Full cleaning of the heating chamber is required every 20 sessions. After each use it is sufficient to remove stick remains and wipe the chamber with the dry brush from the kit. StickSeal technology reduces contamination speed compared to other systems.

Device care recommendations for glo:

• Use only dry cleaning after each session
• Perform full cleaning every 20 uses
• Do not use liquids or aggressive cleaning agents
• Store the device in a dry place at room temperature

What determines NEO stick strength?
Strength depends on nicotine content in the tobacco sheet and heating intensity. NEO line includes variants of different strength — from light to strong. On the packaging strength is indicated by color and label: “Reg” — regular, “Intense” — increased strength. Nicotine content varies from 0.3 to 0.6 mg per stick depending on the variant.

Popular NEO sticks for glo

Looking to buy NEO? Best-sellers include NEO Classic Tobacco, NEO Blue and NEO Green. Browse the full lineup on the NEO sticks page.