Cannabis has been consumed for centuries, but only within the past few decades, our community has branched out to consistently utilizing concentrates to give them the ultimate high. Dabbing has been on the scene for almost 50 years now. With the increase of research into the herb, pure forms of concentrates have emerged to produce high potency highs with over 90% THC. Dabbing has become one of the most popular ways to consume these concentrates. For the new or casual consumer, it might be a bit overwhelming to think about using a torch to get high, so let us guide you through an in-depth process of what dabbing is all about and how a dab rig is supposed to be used.
What is a Dabbing Rig?
A dab rig is a kind of water pipe that is used for smoking oils, extracts and concentrates. It is not designed to catch anything on fire. This is what brings the difference between a dab rig and most of the other smoking mechanisms. It is composed of a nail that is heated up with a torch to about 600-900 degrees Fahrenheit, a quick cool-down process and placing the THC Concentrate on the nail. A vapor is produced, which you then inhale. This potent high you receive has shot dab rigs into the spotlight for the experienced consumer.
Components of a Dab Rig
By now you have a slight idea of some of the components of a dab rig. It comprises of 3 components namely;
- Nail
- Small Scoop or Wand
- Torch Lighter
- Carb (Lid to the Nail)
- Glass Piece
If a torch is something that you want to stay away from, there are also electric dab rigs that heat up the nail at the touch of a button.
Who Should Use a Dab Rig?
Anyone can use a dab rig, but make sure you have educated yourself on how to properly do a dab, know how much you can smoke and have practiced prior to doing this process by yourself. If you have never dabbed before and are in search of smoking alternatives, a dab rig is an excellent choice, especially if you are a heavy cannabis user.
How to Use a Rig
First of all, you should get a quality dab rig. You can get quality dab rigs from Luxe Products USA. The nail of the rig should preferably be quartz or titanium since glass nails are very fragile. Breaking or cracking of the nail would interfere with your dabbing and possibly cause injuries. You must have water in the rig chamber, but just enough so it won’t splash on the mouthpiece during bubbling. After adding water, season the nail prior to inserting it into the rig. This helps to prevent polish from emitting into the vapor which you inhale. Then heat up the nail with your torch until you see a red coloration. Put the carb on the nail after the coloration and wait for about 50 seconds for the nail to cool before proceeding.
Use the wand as a picking tool to scrape small quantities of the cannabis concentrate. Make sure you pick up only enough that you feel comfortable with. Put the wax on the nail with the wand then rub the edge of the wand to make sure the wax has been used up. Put your mouth on the mouthpiece and start pulling. The air in the chamber will cause the water to bubble and as the concentrate melts, vapor will fill the chamber. Inhale the smoke for a few seconds, then put the carb on top to melt the remaining concentrate. Keep inhaling until the smoke is cleared, and exhale.
Finally, you have to clean the dab rig to remove the clogs, which could lead to your rig not working. Clean it regularly using alcohol, a pipe cleaner, a bowl and a paper towel or dry cloth.
If you want to have a great dabbing experience, keep this article as a reference. Take your time, do some research and ask your dabbing friends to make sure you buy a dab rig that is best for you. If done correctly, you can get an amazing high that’s unlike smoking flower or eating edibles. Now, go out and get your dab game on!
