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Why vape through a bong?

Vape pens are a recent phenomenon. They are portable vaporizers and have all kinds of benefits over traditional combustion devices, but they’re not without their downsides too. One of the main problems with vaping is that it can get expensive to buy cartridges full of juice that’s relatively difficult to find in stores, and they’re not generally designed for long-term use. Plus, some of the best flavors are known for their ability to cover a room with a strong and lingering smell.

While traditionalists scoff at the idea of vaping through a bong, there’s no denying that it’s a much better and cheaper nicotine delivery system than most vape pens. If you’re sick of buying high-priced cartridges or you’d like to save money on smoking in general, you should consider replacing your vape pen with a bong. It’s still an investment for most people but can pay off by saving you cash over time. Whether or not it ends up being more economical will depend on how much you spend on cartridges in the first place.

How a vape through a bong works?

vape through a bong
vape through a bong

Vape pens are powered by lithium-ion batteries, and many models come with USB chargers that can be plugged into a computer or wall socket. A cartridge, which contains the liquid that you’re vaping, is loaded into the pen and then placed in the mouthpiece. The cartridge has a wick of some kind so the juice can be inhaled after it passes through a heating element in the body of the pen. Cartridges are typically available in various strengths of nicotine and contain different amounts of liquid, usually from about 0 mg to 30 mg. This amount varies from company to company, but most contain about 10 mg.

You can buy refillable cartridges if you want to save money, but they aren’t as widely available as pre-filled models. You may also be able to buy your own liquid and fill it up, but this is only recommended if you know exactly what you’re doing. It’s much more convenient to buy pre-filled cartridges or juices from a vape shop because they’re already mixed with nicotine and have the correct ratios of chemicals. Many are also flavored with things like cinnamon, sour apple, chocolate and so on for a better taste than you’ll find with standard tobacco products.

A bong is one of the oldest ways of smoking that was invented thousands of years ago in China or India. The glass or plastic tube is filled with water. You place your finger over the opening and then use a carb hole to regulate how much air is inhaled as you smoke. You simply remove your finger when you want to take a hit, and you can hold it in until you are ready for another one. If you’re using something like a gravity bong, the extra water will help filter out any impurities as well as adding to the smoothness of the smoke.

A vape through a bong setup is very similar but uses a different method of delivery. The cartridge sits in the bowl of the bong while you suck on the mouthpiece for air flow. If you don’t remove the finger from the mouthpiece, it will cause water in the bowl to heat up and vaporize, providing a much smoother and cleaner hit of smoke than a power bong. It’s also more likely that you will get higher concentrations of nicotine, since the vapor won’t add moisture to the smoke.

The alternative to a vape through a bong is vaping with a hookah. This generally involves buying a small tube from your local store and using it in conjunction with another device. It’s very cheap if you buy your own hookah but much more expensive if you have to buy your own setup because most stores want their money back when they take them back after being opened. You usually have to have hookah coals to keep the bowl lit, and these are made of natural materials like coconut husks so they’re not exactly environmentally friendly.

Vaping through a bong is noisier than using a power bong

vape through a bong
vape through a bong

Whether or not it’s cleaner or healthier for you will depend on the materials used in the bowl and stem of the bong. The glass or acrylic materials, which are often used because they’re lighter and less fragile, don’t contain any harmful chemicals other than plasticizers that might come from softening agents added at the factory. They’re also fairly cheap and easy to clean.

A bong that’s made from metal is a lot cleaner and healthier than a hookah. This is because the bowl is made from pure glass and will never have any impurities that you’ll get with metal. Any metals in the stems will be bonded to the glass itself, so they won’t leach into your smoke unless the part breaks off and you inhale it directly.

The main problem with using a bong is that it creates more smoke in general, not less. It can easily fill up a room if you’re not careful, and it’s nearly impossible to control how much you’re inhaling at any given time. You could be breathing in second-hand smoke or clearing the air before you take a hit will also clear the room of any smell, which may not be a bad thing if you’re trying to hide something from your parents.

Smoke isn’t unhealthy if it’s cooled properly, and that can happen with a bong. It’s possible to cool the smoke through water inside the pipe or through vaporization of some kind. Some people believe that you’ll get more carcinogens by using a bong compared to a power bong, but this is probably not true because it’s easier to clear out impurities. The only difference is that you must be more careful when using a bong because the smoke is more likely to leak out.

Pros of using a vape through a bong

bong
bong

There’s no doubt that vaping through a bong is better than power vaping because it’s cheaper, messier, and less healthy for you. It’s also significantly cleaner than smoking cigarettes in public, which is illegal in many places. Even if you’re just vaping at home with friends, it won’t smell like cigarette smoke because it will be absorbed into the water in the bowl and stem.

Vaping through a bong is also more discreet than using a power bong. The smoke that you exhale will be whiter and fluffier, and there will be less of it to begin with. It’s easy to move your mouth around the mouthpiece without getting spotted, and if you need to clear the air before taking another hit it won’t draw attention to you.

The cost of vaping through a bong is also substantially less than power vaping because most dealers sell their own liquids for very little. They don’t have to pay for the bottles like they would if they were selling it on their own, and this is also one of the reasons why you’ll be able to find more choices at a vape shop when compared with places like convenience stores and gas stations.

Cons of using a vape through a bong

The main problem with vaping through a bong is that it’s messy. You can use things like gravity bongs, which allow you to take hits without inhaling all the water in the bowl, but you’re still going to get some on your hands and possibly face. From there you just have to hope that you clean yourself enough before going anywhere else because second-hand smoke isn’t healthy either.

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HOW TO CLEAN MY VAPORIZER

Cleaning your vaporizer often allows the device to work like the first day. Find out how and why to clean different types of vaporizers, such as herbal vaporizers, concentrates, and pen-type vaporizers.

If you’ve recently started using a vaporizer, your hits will still be smooth and delicious. But give it a month or two, and the quality of the steam could drop considerably. Cleaning your vaporizer frequently will prevent this common problem from ruining your experience. In addition to ensuring better performance and taste, good cleaning also prolongs the life of the device. Keep reading this complete guide on how to clean a vaporizer.

WHY IS IT NECESSARY TO CLEAN THE VAPORIZER?

The vaporizers provide a much more hygienic and purer compared to cannabis smoking experience. Since vaporization does not burn the weed, no smoke is produced, and therefore there are far fewer harmful substances than when smoking.

But, although vaping is much more hygienic than smoking, this does not mean that the vaporizer does not get dirty over time. Like when we smoke with a pipe or bong, sticky residue builds up – although it may be more slowly and less noticeably.

And as with other smoking devices, there are several reasons why you should clean your vaporizer periodically.

1. BETTER PERFORMANCE AND TASTE

The more you use the vaporizer, the more debris will stick to the various parts of the device, which will end up blocking the heating chamber and could adhere to important parts such as heating elements. This will have a negative effect on the performance of your vaporizer, and will result in a bad taste. Clean your vaporizer frequently and you can enjoy better performance and taste.

2. EXTENDS THE LIFE OF THE DEVICE

When important parts of the vaporizer are covered in a sticky mixture of resin and plant material that is not cleaned frequently, it can drastically reduce the life of the device. Even worse, it could damage it irreparably. Periodic cleaning is the best solution to be able to enjoy your vaporizer for years.

3. CLEANER VAPOR IS HEALTHIER

In addition to affecting the vaporizer’s taste and performance, excess residue is an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and other microorganisms such as mold. These potentially harmful intruders can cause irritation and respiratory problems, which could lead to other, more serious health problems over time.

WHEN TO CLEAN YOUR VAPORIZER

There are two ways to clean a vaporizer. One of them is daily after each use. It is very easy to do and only takes a couple of minutes.

The other way is to do a thorough cleaning every 1-2 weeks. This is also recommended when changing varieties, or going from bud to concentrates / liquids or vice versa. After a thorough cleaning, you can start vaping with a clean device and no old remains.

HOW TO PERFORM A DAILY CLEANING.

Your steamer should come with a small brush for routine cleaning. If not, you will have to buy a brush like the ones that come with electric razors. Make sure the bristles are stiff, so you can remove stubborn residue. Cotton swabs and pipe cleaners also work.

Empty the herb chamber and use your brush or pipe cleaners to remove accumulated plant material and other debris. If the steamer has filters or screens, give them a good brush.

After cleaning the heating chamber and filter, use the pipe cleaner to clean the mouthpiece.

Finish your daily cleaning by wiping an alcohol wipe over the mouthpiece and outside of the steamer.

As simple as that.

HOW TO DO A DEEP CLEANING

thoroughly cleaning a dry herb vaporizer

• DRY HERB VAPORIZER

dry herb vaporizer
dry herb vaporizer

To thoroughly clean a dry herb vaporizer, such as the Boundless CFC Lite, begin by carefully disassembling the device. Although herb vaporizers may differ depending on the model or brand, they usually have common parts, such as the mouthpiece, battery, heating chamber, etc.

Be sure to check the manual for the vaporizer, as they usually have instructions for disassembling the device.

Shake and tap each piece to remove trapped plant material. Next, use the cleaning brush or a pipe cleaner to remove any residue. Pay special attention to the herb chamber and the mouthpiece, two essential parts for the proper functioning of the vaporizer.

If the weed chamber has a filter, take it out and brush it. A clogged filter is the most common reason for poor performance and a bad taste.

After cleaning with the brush, use 99% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab or pipe cleaner to clean the herb chamber, filters, and mouthpiece. The rubbing alcohol will get rid of stubborn stains and accumulated residue.

Tip: If any part of the steamer is very dirty and cannot be cleaned well, let it soak in alcohol for about 20-30 minutes. Then rinse it off with water and dry it with absorbent paper. This works especially well for things like heavily clogged filters, and makes them sparkle like new.

Take the battery out of the device and brush it, as well as your camera. As a final step, reassemble the vaporizer and wipe the outside.

• CONCENTRATE VAPORIZER

Cleaning Hybrid Devices or Vaporizers

Hybrid Devices or Vaporizers
Hybrid Devices or Vaporizers

Cannabis concentrates are especially sticky, so cleaning devices like the Puffco Plus or hybrid vaporizers like the Fenix is very important. Concentrate residue can be stubborn enough, but not so stubborn that you can’t get rid of it with a little rubbing alcohol and a few cotton swabs.

Consult the manual of your vaporizer and disassemble the different parts for cleaning. Pull out the nozzle and open the heating chamber. Take a cotton swab or pipe cleaner and dip one end in rubbing alcohol. Be very careful when cleaning the heating chamber of a concentrate vaporizer. This chamber contains a heating coil, a very delicate part that can easily break if too much pressure is applied.

Clean the heating chamber with a cotton swab.

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If necessary, use another swab and continue cleaning until no residue remains. Once the camera is ready, clean the mouthpiece. Make sure to also clean other parts of the vaporizer such as the glass tubes, filters, and wire screens, if you have them (if some parts are very sticky, clean them separately with an alcohol wipe or soak in alcohol for half time).

Then open the battery compartment, take it out and clean it carefully. Wait a few minutes for the alcohol to evaporate and reassemble the vaporizer.

• PEN VAPORIZER

PEN VAPORIZER
PEN VAPORIZER

If you have a pen vaporizer like the Storm, here’s how to clean it:

Start by gently tapping the device to detach and remove any remaining grass that may have stuck. Do this on a tabletop, as some pen vaporizers may contain small parts that can be easily lost. Open the device as the instructions indicate to be able to access all its parts.

Take the brush that comes with the steamer, or use a pipe cleaner, to clean the inside of the appliance. If your device has a removable heating chamber, take it out and clean it separately.

With pen vaporizers it is very important to clean the threads, as they often contain plant material and other types of residue. Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol. Take the heating chamber, turn it over, and clean the threaded end with the cotton swab. When you have passed it several times, turn the swab over and dry the thread with the other end. With the help of more swabs, clean the rest of the threads of the device.

Now comes the part that can most influence your vaporizer to work perfectly. Gently remove any glass or metal filters and soak them in a glass of rubbing alcohol for 20-30 minutes.

Then wipe them with a cloth and let them dry. They will be like new. Finally, reassemble the vaporizer. It should work like the day you bought it.