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Why you need a dab tool

If you're new to the world of cannabis concentrates or curious about how they work, you've probably heard of dab tools or dabbers. A dab tool is a simple utensil that helps you handle and apply cannabis wax to your dab rig or vape device.

In this blog, we'll look at what dabbing is, how a dab tool works, and why you should use one.

What is dabbing?

Cannabis concentrates such as waxes, rosin, budder and shatter, to name a few, are collectively known as dabs. Dabbing involves vaporizing these concentrates at high temperatures and inhaling the resulting vapor.

One of the main ways to do this is by using a water pipe called a dab rig, which are smaller versions of bongs that have a special bucket or nail attachment that, when hot, is used to vaporize the cannabis extracts.

What is a dabber or dab tool?

When dabbing, you should use an accessory of some sort to pick up the wax and apply it to the hot nail or banger.

Dab tools are typically slim devices with pointed ends, scoops, spoons or blades that make it easier to work and handle the wax.

They are usually made of stainless steel or glass.

Although these tools come in a variety of designs, sizes and shapes, they fit comfortably in the hand.

The dabbing process involves applying a small amount of concentrate to a heated surface of the dabbing device and then inhaling the vapor. Dabbing tools are specifically designed to withstand the high temperatures used to vaporize wax.

How do you use tools?

Dab tools are designed for use with different types of concentrates. A tool with a sharp tip can be used to skewer harder waxes like shatter. Tools with a spoon shape are ideal for crumbly waxes.

1. Select the tool most suitable for the task and use it to pick up a small amount of concentrate.

2. Apply the wax to the nails or banger on the rig

3. As the wax melts, it slides off the swab and begins to evaporate.

4. You can take a hit and start inhaling the vapor through the dab rig.

5. Rotate the tip of the tool so that all the wax is heated and falls onto the heated surface.

6. Remove the tool and set it aside

7. If necessary, use a carb cap to control the airflow of the dab rig.

8. Exhale and feel yourself taking off.

7. Continue taking hits from the dab rig until all the vapor is used up, then repeat as needed.

Four Reasons You Need a Dab Tool

Avoid burns

Vaporizing wax requires temperatures above 400°F, which is at the lower end of the dabbing spectrum.

This is hot enough to cause severe burns. Using a dabbing tool is much safer than trying to pick up the wax with your fingers. Plus, wax is notoriously sticky and is unlikely to slide off your fingers easily, so a dabbing tool is necessary.

Think of swab tools like cookware. You don't touch hot surfaces with your bare hands. A swab serves the same purpose as a spatula for flipping bacon and eggs in a hot pan.

Part Control

A little cannabis wax goes a long way. Using a dab tool will allow you to carefully measure and measure your dabs. It will also help you avoid waste as there is less chance of your wax spilling on the floor.

Need and Neat

Keeping your dab station clean and tidy can make the dabbing experience much more relaxing.

When messing around with hot items, it helps to be organized and have everything close at hand where you need it. You need to be able to apply the concentrate to your dab rig at the right temperature, not scramble to grab your wax at the last minute with a wrench and then spill it on your desk in a hurry.

Healthier

Using a clean swab tool is crucial to your health.

If you use a wrench, screwdriver, or other dirty object, it could be contaminated with things you don't want to inhale, so it's important to keep everything clean. In addition to dab tools, we recommend using a dab mat to keep your area clean and tidy. You can put most professional tools in the dishwasher, which is also a great way to disinfect them, or many can be soaked in alcohol or flamed.

Dabbing can be a great way to take your THC experience to the next level. Make sure you have everything you need for an excellent vaping experience and enjoy the high.