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WHAT IS A VAPORIZER?

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A vaporizer is a device used to release the active ingredients of plant material or to release the therapeutic compounds. Vaporizers heat the material at a much lower temperature so that the active compounds contained in the plant material produce an aromatic vapor (instead of smoke). Rather than burning the plant material, which can produce numerous harmful by-products, this vapor contains virtually zero particulate matter and significantly reduced noxious gases. By avoiding combustion (smoke), the user is able to achieve the same desired effects.

Materials Being Vaped

When it comes to vaporization there are a variety of substances that can be used, including dry herb, concentrates and e-juices. The material being vaporized will affect which vaporizer one will want to use, as not all vapes work with every substance. It is easier to decide on a vape when one knows what they plan to vaporize most frequently.

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Dry Herb

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  • Dried & cured plant material

  • Beneficial properties released when vaporized

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Waxy Concentrates

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  • Extracted from dry herb

  • Extraction methods include CO2, butane, or high-proof alcohol

 

E-juice / E-liquid

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  • Liquid used in electronic cigarettes

  • Concentrated flavoring that may include nicotine

 

While most vaporizers are designed to be specifically compatible with one material, multi-compatible units are becoming more common. These units generally have separate heating chambers for each style of material that will be vaporized. These multi-compatible vaporizers are more commonly found in the pen style version and not the larger portable or desktop vapes.

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