How to choose your vaporizer?

Vaping has become commonplace over the past few years. But did you know about the vaporizer? This small accessory allows you to smoke aromatic herbs in a different way and without combustion. Many models are available for sale. But how do you navigate this abundance of choices and above all, which model should you choose? This buying guide is here to help you better understand how a vape works and, in this way, choose yours.

What is vaporization, also called vaping?

The word "vaporization" is not used here in its physical definition, which is the transformation of a liquid into vapor. In our case, vaporization is a way of smoking dry herbs, but without burning them, and without a rolling paper. It allows heating the substances to around 180°C and inhaling the resulting vapor. If you want to learn more about how a vaporizer works, read this article: how does a vaporizer work?

What are the different types of vaporizers?

The conduction vaporizer

This process allows heating the herb or even the oil by placing them in a combustion chamber made of ceramic. The organic material is heated by direct contact with the ceramic. This allows for faster consumption, as the heating time is almost instant; the herbs in contact with the heated walls release the substances that can be inhaled. It is necessary to slightly shake the vaporizer to stir the herbs in the chamber so that the combustion is evenly distributed.

• The pros : The price of conduction vaporizers is affordable. No technical handling or adjustment is required. The vapor or smoke is very light. This type of vaporizer is very easy to handle and use. No special knowledge is needed to enjoy the sensations.
• The cons : You cannot control the heating temperature, which is automatic.

The convection vaporizer

The convection vaporizer will heat the herbs using hot air. The material is therefore not in contact with a heated surface but is crossed by air heated to a high temperature. The heating technique is similar to that of convection ovens. This method is more appreciated by users and connoisseurs. Indeed, the convection vaporizer allows you to inhale the plant vapor in the manner of a still.

• The pros : there is no combustion, the temperature setting can be controlled. The herbs are heated evenly, the substances contained in the plants are more easily extracted.
• The cons : The price is higher than that of a combustion vaporizer. The heating time is longer.

What are the different types of heating?

A vaporizer operates either on battery, on mains power, or with gas.

Herbs are heated and vaporized using several methods as we have just explained. The vaporizer can heat organic materials using a heating element that works electrically with mains power or with batteries, which of course need to be taken the time to recharge. But it can also heat using a flame produced with gas, like a lighter. In that case, you must not forget to refill it with gas to make it work.

Choosing your vaporizer according to your needs

The living room or office vaporizer

It produces high-quality vapor. The office vaporizer is ideal for enjoying all the benefits of the substance consumed. Its design is quite nice, it is certainly the most expensive on the market, but its price guarantees high-quality vaporization. It is used at home and is difficult to transport because it operates on a power outlet. Again, there are two types of office vaporizers: forced-air or passive. As its name suggests, the forced-air vaporizerrequires the help of an internal fan to push hot air over the herbs. It is possible to collect the smoke in a bag before being inhaled by the consumer, as with the Volcano. The passive desktop vaporizer is similar to a hookah; the models are used with the help of a glass or plastic tube to inhale the vapor. Its price can range between 100 and 600 euros, with the Plenty or Volcano models being the most well-known. They are designed for home use, requiring a longer preparation time.Some models can produce enough smoke to be shared among several people.

The portable vaporizer

These are miniaturized vaporizers that can be carried in a bag or, for some models, in a pocket. The price of such a device varies, ranging from 60 to 350 euros depending on the model. It can be either combustion or convection. The portable vaporizer is very convenient; its performance is mostly below that of a home model, but for the more expensive models, the performance is practically identical.That being said, it is easy to carry, can be used anywhere, and its battery generally has a long life. These small devices are very popular on the market. Manufacturers are redoubling their ingenuity to make them even more efficient, both in terms of heating temperature and in terms of design and weight. Among the most appreciated models are the PAX2 and the DaVinci IQ because their lines are sleek, they are discreet, and highly efficient. Their high price is a guarantee of quality.Some models like the Arizer allow, in addition to herbs, the use of concentrates.

Pen vaporizers

Designed on the same model as the e-cigarette, the pen vaporizer allows you to consume herbs anywhere and discreetly. Affordable, the first models are available for around 20 euros. Practical and useful, they can be used both at home and outdoors. The pen vaporizer consists of a battery and a heating chamber. Most devices can be charged via USB port.Its parts are easily replaceable in case of wear or breakage.

 

Conclusion for choosing your vaporizer, you need to ask yourself the following questions:

• What budget do I want to dedicate to purchasing the equipment?
• Where do I want to use my vaporizer? At home or on the go.
• What types of vaporization do I want? Combustion or convection.
• What types of usage do I want? Simple or expert.
  
  You have all the information to make your choice, now it’s up to you.