Our Ultimate Guide on How to Properly Use a Dab Rig

A dab rig or concentrate rig is a glass smoking device meant to be used for smoking wax or oil concentrates, which is a hobby that’s commonly called dabbing. To use one, you would need to place the concentrate on the nail and inhale the vapor through the mouthpiece of the device.

Unlike a basic water pipe, a dab rig offers many benefits when used correctly. It brings out the maximum flavor of your oil or wax concentrate, and its vapor tastes better and has little to no smoke odor at all. It also has fewer carcinogens compared to others.

To make the most out of your dab rig, here’s a guide on everything you need to know:

Essential Components of a Dab Rig 

Before you use a dab rig, it is necessary that you learn its basic but essential components and how they are used. Doing so will help you get the most of your dabbing experience.

Without further ado, here are three of the components that you should know:

Dab Nail – This is where you place your oil or wax concentrate, and it is the equivalent of the bowl piece of a bong. To use this, you would first need to heat it with a torch.

Dab Tool or Wand – This picks up your concentrate and transfers it into the dab nail. Basically, it is a tool that you use to carry a concentrate and place it into the device.

Carb Cap – This is not necessarily needed in your device, but you can use it to prevent vapor from escaping out of the dab rig. It is equivalent to the shotgun of bong, which helps amplify the hit.

Step-by-step Guide on Using a Dab Rig

Now that you know the essential components of a dab rig, it is time for you to learn how to use a dab rig in smoking oil and wax concentrates.

Here is a step-by-step guide in placing the concentrate and preparing your device for use:

Heat the dab rig by heating the side of the nail using the torch until the dab nail turns red.

Scrape the desired amount of concentrate you like using a dab tool or wand as you wait for the dab nail to cool down for about 30 to 45 seconds. Doing this will prevent the concentrate from burning.

Once the dab nail is no longer red, place the concentrate on it, still using a dab wand.

If you have a carb cap, use it to cover the hit after the initial first pull.

Once everything is set, you can now inhale the vapor and repeat it until you are satisfied.

Conclusion

A dab rig is a great glass smoking device for smoking wax or oil concentrates. Many smokers like dabbing as it brings out the maximum flavor of the concentrate, and it gives the vapor a better taste. Just like a bong, it is easy to use and maintain. You just need to learn the essential components of a dab rig to get the most of your smoking experience.

If you are looking for replacement parts of your dab rig, check out our products. We have high-quality dab nails available in our store. We also have brand new dab rig devices, in case you want to replace your old one completely.

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