Collection: Vaporisers
Vaporizers
A dry herb vaporizer is a device designed to heat cannabis or other botanical materials to a temperature that releases their active ingredients in the form of vapor without combustion. Unlike traditional smoking, which burns the material and produces smoke, vaporization involves heating the herbs to a point where they release their volatile compounds (such as THC, CBD, and terpenes) as vapor. This process typically occurs at temperatures between 180°C to 220°C (356°F to 428°F), which is below the combustion point of the plant material.
There are two main types of dry herb vaporizers:
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Portable Vaporizers: Small, battery-operated devices that are easy to carry and use on the go. They are discreet and convenient for personal use.
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Desktop Vaporizers: Larger units that are designed for home use, often offering more precise temperature control and higher vapor quality. They typically need to be plugged into an electrical outlet.
The benefits of using a dry herb vaporizer include:
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Healthier Consumption: Avoiding combustion reduces the intake of harmful by-products such as tar and carcinogens.
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Flavor Preservation: Vaporization better preserves the flavor and aroma of the herbs.
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Efficiency: Vaporizers can make more efficient use of the material, often requiring less herb to achieve the desired effects compared to smoking.
Dry herb vaporizers come with various features, such as adjustable temperature settings, digital displays, and different heating methods (conduction or convection). Conduction vaporizers heat the herb directly through contact with a hot surface, while convection vaporizers heat the air that passes through the herb, generally providing more even and thorough vaporization.
