9 Simple Tips on How to Choose a Weed Pen

Vaporizers are completely changing the way people use dry herb across the world, both medically and recreationally. Offering a reliable and powerful way to use dry herb without any health risks of smoking, vaporizers are slowly becoming a household item in most homes. And all thanks to the advancement of technology, vaporizers are today becoming more affordable and portable than ever before.

Whether you are just a newbie trying to get into the vaping world, or you are a veteran vaper trying to get the best out of your unit, here are some simple tips on how to effectively use a dry herb vaporizer.

1. Identify your Vape Style (How Does it Work)

First things first, it is paramount to identify the type of vaporizer you are using. In this case, the major distinction is not necessarily the model or the make, but rather the heating style. Take a look of your device and get to know if it uses conduction or convection heating method. In case you are not sure the method your device is using, a quick Google such will come in handy. The main reason why you need to understand the heating style your device is using is so that you can be able to pack it effectively.

Here is a quick look at how each one works:

• Conduction

Vaporizers that uses conduction heating method heat the vaping material through contact with direct heat. Basically, the dry herbs are touching a hot surface. The main shortcoming of this method is that it can result to overheat of the section of the chambers that come into direct contact with the heat plate. The main advantage is that most vaporizers using this method are cost friendly. Some of the common vaporizers that are using this heating method include Pax 2, Pax 3 and Vapium Summit.

• Convection

Vaporizers that use convection heating style heats the material by passing hot air through the chamber. The main limitation of this method is that it results to a more even temperature range through the chamber which results to flavorful hits. Some common vaporizers that use this method include the Firefly, Atmos Jump and Grasshopper.

2. Use Fresh Herb

The fresh herb is simply the best. This does not necessarily mean that it needs to be freshly harvested, but it means high quality and well-cured herb. Do not go for stale, old and dried out herb. One vital thing to remember is that your vaping experience is only as good as the dry herb you are using.

The entire vaping process majorly relies on moisture. It involves heating your substance to a point where it reaches the boiling point and forms a vapor which you can inhale much like smoke. Due to this, it is vital that you use fresh herbs that have a higher concentration of moisture.

However, the herbs you load into your device should not be too wet or too dry. The best way to test the moisture content in your herbs is by touching it. Your dry herb should not be moist or wet to the touch. It should also not be too dry to the extent that you’re able to crush it into a fine powder using your fingers.

3. Grind Your Content the Right Way

No matter which the type of vaporizer you are using, it is always advisable that you use a grinder to grind your herbs finely. Grinding helps to increase the surface area. This, in turn, allows heat to penetrate your dry herb better thus producing a nice, tasty and thick vapor.

The best way to grind your herbs into a fine substance is by using the right grinding accessory. The best accessory for this is a manual or electric herb grinder. However, if you don’t have one of this tools, grind your content just as you would usually do. Just remember that it might be quite challenging to achieve a fine substance without using a grinder.

Tip: Never grind more herb than you need to fill a single chamber. Any leftover will dry much faster making it less efficient.

4. Check Your Temperature

Temperature remains to be one of the most important aspects of vaping. It’s vital that you get your temperature setting right during your vaping sessions irrespective of the type of material you are vaping.

Unfortunately, setting up the right temperature setting is not as simple to a majority of people as it may sound. The general rule of thumb is that you should set your temperature settings while vaping anywhere between 180-210°C. However, you would want to experiment with different settings to find the ideal one for you.

Different content vaporizes at different temperatures. Slight variations of moisture content also affect how well your dry herb vaporizes.

Many vapers find that vaping at different temperatures has different effects. Strong temperatures tend to produce strong relaxation and euphoria, while lower temperatures tend to leave users more functional and clear-headed.

Most cannabinoids start vaporizing at around 150°C (300°F), while dry herb flower material starts to combust at around 210°C (410°F). The ideal temperature for vaping is still a highly debated topic, but it’s advisable to stick on roughly 170°C (340°F). However, some experts advise that you can adjust the temperature a little bit higher. They suggest that the ideal temperature settings for vaping are 210°C (410°F).

5. Pack the Chamber Tightly

One of the most common mistakes done by most vapers is not packing their dry herb tightly into the chamber. Packing your vaping material tightly into the chamber helps in producing thick and heavy draws. The amount of herbal material you should pack into your device depends on the size of the chamber.

A good rule of the thumb is to pack your vaping material to capacity and slightly press it using your finger. Just remember that the chamber can sometimes be too fragile so be sure not to press it too hard.

1. Preheat the Chamber

Vaporizers operate just as ovens do. They require some time to get up to temperature. Just like you would not stick a roast chicken in a cold oven, you should also not stick your weed before giving your device some time to heat up. Fortunately, most vaporizers today have the ability to heat up in just some few seconds. This means that your device will be ready for use by the time you are done grinding your dry herb. However, some desktop vaporizers and older models may take a bit longer before heating up.

Regardless of the type of vaporizer, you are using, make sure that you give it some time to heat up before loading your vaping material. This ensures that your herbal material vaporizes consistently and properly thus giving you utmost vaping experience.

2. Inhale Slowly and Lightly

One thing most people especially those who don’t vape don’t realize is that vaping is not like other ball game. It is not like using a pipe or smoking. When using a pipe to smoke, you tend to draw the smoke very quick and hard. Taking hard hits from a vaporizer will not work for you, it will only draw you away from vaping. Try to wait for at least 30 seconds before inhaling and when you do it, start off very slowly using the tip of your lips.

There are two reasons as to why you should inhale slowly and lightly when using a vaporizer. First of all, taking long and hard puffs from your device can cause some of your herbal material to be sucked up from the chamber via the mouthpiece, into your mouth.

Secondly, when you draw hard hits regularly from a vape, you will introduce cold air into the chamber. This will lower the temperatures inside the chamber thus making the device work harder. In return, this affects the quality of your vapor.

3. Avoid Combustion

Among the things, you would want to avoid combustion. Combustion is what occurs when you light the end of a bong, blunt or joint. By combusting your herbal material, you will be breaking down the chemical bonds within it. This will create what is known as free radicles. These free radicles can combine to create hundreds of new compounds, most of which are highly carcinogenic and toxic.

Remember, one of the primary reason you are using a vaporizer is so that you can avoid any side effects of smoking.

Thus, take time with your device and establish the most suitable temperature setting that will allow the best production of vapor, without burning your herb.

4. Clean Your Vape

Last but not least, one of the best ways to ensure to ensure an awesome vaping experience is by keeping your vaporizer clean. Just like any other piece of machinery, vaporizers need to be maintained properly for it to function effectively. After acquiring your vaping device, take some time and go through the information on the manual. Follow the instruction on how to clean your device. Also, make sure that you replace some of its accessories on a regular basis. 

Bottom Line

There you have it; some few tips that can give you an optimal experience from your vaporizer. With the right device and technique, dry herb vaping can be fun and uncomplicated. Since they are banned on eBay and Amazon though, it’s important to buy from online vendors that are authorized resellers like Vaporizerchief. However, regardless of which type of cannabis vaporizer ultimately purchased, these tips should guide you in the right direction.