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Best vaporizer for cannabis: What should you look for?

What is the best vaporizer for cannabis? Vaporizers are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative way to consume weed. Unlike traditional smoking methods, such as joints, vaporizers produce vapor instead of smoke. This allows users to experience the benefits of cannabis without inhaling the smoke.

In this blog, we will discuss the different types of vaporizers available, and their features and functions. We will also look at factors such as durability and ease of use. This way, you can easily choose the best vaporizer for cannabis that suits your needs.

What is a vaporizer?

A vaporizer is a device you can use to vaporize and inhale active substances from plants. Think of plant material such as a gram of weed or oils. It is an alternative to traditional smoking methods as it does not release harmful substances such as tar and carbon monoxide.

Vaporizers work by heating the material to high temperatures. This causes the active ingredient to vaporize, but not burn. This vapor is then inhaled through a mouthpiece making you feel the hash effects. There are different types of vaporizers on the market, including portable vaporizers, desktop vaporizers and vaporizer pens.

A good vaporizer allows you to ingest active ingredients efficiently. This is because with vaporization, most of the active ingredients are retained. This leads to better absorption and a powerful effect.

Another advantage of a vaporizer is its discreteness and portability. Most vaporizers are small enough to fit in a pocket. You can easily take a vape with you when traveling or on the road. This makes it a convenient option for people who want to vape on the go, or who prefer a more discreet method.

Finally, a vaporizer is versatile in use. It can be used for a variety of plant materials and oils, not just cannabis. This means it is suitable for people with different needs and preferences.

In short, a vaporizer can be a great alternative to traditional smoking methods.

Types of vaporizers

There are several types of vaporizers available, each with their own advantages. The three most common types of vaporizers are described below.

Desktop vaporizers

These vaporizers are large and powerful and are designed to be used at home.

Desktop vaporizers often have a large reservoir for herbs or concentrates. This allows for a longer session time and better vapor quality. They are ideal for users looking for a powerful and consistent experience. Some advantages of desktop vaporizers include:

Powerful heating elements for fast and efficient vaporization
Larger reservoirs for longer use and fewer refills
Better vapor quality

Handheld vaporizers

Handheld vaporizers are small and portable and powered by batteries. They are designed for travel and can be easily carried around. Handheld vaporizers are often versatile and can vaporize both dry herbs and concentrates. Some advantages of handheld vaporizers include:

Easy to use and carry around
Often versatile and can vaporize multiple types of material
Discreet

Vape pens

Vape pens are the most portable and discreet vaporizers. They often resemble e-cigarettes and are usually small and lightweight. They are powered by a battery and are ideal for users looking for a discreet experience. Some advantages of vape pens include:

Very portable and discreet
Easy to use
Often cheaper than other types of vaporizers

In short, choosing the right vaporizer depends on your personal needs and preferences. If you want to vape at home and are looking for a powerful and consistent experience, a desktop vaporizer is the best choice. If you want to vape on the go and are looking for convenience and portability, a handheld vaporizer or vape pen is a good option.

Important factors when choosing the best vaporizer for cannabis

A vaporizer is a popular device for vaporizing herbs, oils and concentrates. When choosing a vaporizer, there are several factors to consider. These include precision of heating, durability, ease of use and the amount of vapor the vape produces.

Precision of heating

Precision of heating is crucial for an optimal vape. A vaporizer that you can accurately adjust to the right temperature will improve the quality of the vapor. This will prevent materials from burning. Some vaporizers even offer different temperature settings for different types of herbs or concentrates.

Durability

Durability is also important when choosing a vaporizer. Vaporizers with higher quality components are likely to last longer and wear out less quickly than cheaper options.

Usability

User-friendliness is also an important consideration. A vaporizer that is easy to operate and does not require too much maintenance will provide a better user experience.

For example, some vaporizers have an automatic shut-off feature to prevent the device from running unnecessarily. This extends the lifespan and improves safety.

Amount of vapor

The amount of vapor a vape produces is also important. Some vaporizers produce more vapor than others. A vaporizer that produces a lot of vapor may offer a more intense experience, but may also require more maintenance.

Other important factors to consider when choosing a vaporizer are:

Type of vaporizer
Quality of the vapor
Battery life
Maintenance
Price
Warranty

Best vaporizers price quality ratio

DaVinci IQC

DaVinci is known for their advanced vape devices. These vaporizers consist of high-quality materials, and offer reliable temperature control. The DaVinci app allows you to set and adjust the temperature very precisely for the best experience. The IQC also has a fast charging time of just 2 hours.

In short, DaVinci’s vaporizers offer the perfect means to vape your way.

Volcano hybrid

With the Volcano Hybrid, vaporizing is easier than ever. This model is often considered the top of hybrid vaporizers. To use this favorite vaporizer of many, you fill the chamber, set the desired higher temperature or lower temperature, and turn on the air pump.

This device offers two vaporization methods: vaporizing directly with a whip or collecting vapor in a detachable balloon. The balloon is perfect for social situations because it is completely separate from the vaporization process. Collected vapor can then be inhaled safely and comfortably. The Volcano Hybrid is perhaps the most convenient desktop vaporizer on the market.

Volcano Hybrid Best vaporizer for cannabis

Geekvape Aegis Legend 2

The Geekvape Legend has a design that is waterproof, shockproof and dustproof. This is ideal for clunky users. It means the device will last a long time.

The Legend 2 also scores high on looks with the beautiful finish of the faux leather handle. It is one of the best portable vaporizers on the market.

Vaporizer cannabis: the best choice for you

If you’re looking for the best vaporizer, compare vapes based on several factors. Examples include heating, durability, portability and vapor quality.

At The Border, we believe the Geekvape is the best vape for any novice vaper. Its lightweight, shock resistant and dust- and waterproof, which makes this model perfect for everyday use. In addition, this vape works well with cannabis products.

However, if you are not a fan of vaporizers, then feel free to stop by The Border Coffeeshop Amsterdam and discover our different cannabis products, such as cannabis edibles or joints.

Want to make your own edibles? Check out our easy recipe to make cannabis butter!

Cannabis: good for the brains, health and business

Even happier holidays! It turns out that cannabis is kosher for Jews. Vaporisers improve the experience of smoking weed. Women experience the effects of cannabis very differently from men, and a study looks at the effect of smoking on the brain. Finally, yet another American rapper gets in on the marijuana harvest!

Kosher cannabis

Cannabis and religion, strange bedfellows? Recently, 88-year-old Belarusian rabbi Chaim Kanievsky gave the green light when he declared that medical cannabis may also be used during the Jewish Passover festival in April.

Exception

This is a remarkable declaration, because most Jews believe that cannabis falls under kitnyot, the group of crops and grains that is officially banned during the spring festival, according to The Times of Israel.

Back in 2013, the orthodox rabbi Efraim Zalmanovich authorised Jews to use weed, although only for medicinal purposes. However, use during religious festivals or “to flee the world” was still out of the question for him.

Cannabis under Israeli law

The rabbis’ declarations reflect Israeli state policy. Recreational use of cannabis remains illegal, but the drug is authorised for medical purposes. On 19 June last year, the Knesset (Israeli Parliament) adopted a law that removes the illegal status of cannabis as of 1 April 2019.

Cannabis tests

As we said in the previous blog, weed studies are all the rage at the moment. Below is a list of some of the most recent.

· Study 1: Vaping vs. smoking

And the winner is: the vaporiser! After a small but accurate study, some surprising results emerged. The effects of vaporising cannabis at lower temperatures with a vaporiser are stronger than smoking it pure, without tobacco, at high temperatures.

Thrifty users

The researchers at the John Hopkins Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit in the American city of Baltimore focused on non-frequent users, who were given different doses of cannabis. The percentage of THC was 13.4% per gram of cannabis, lower than the average (18%) of cannabis sold on the market.

Vaping causes a floating effect

The researchers looked at the effects on observational and physical functions which are controlled by the brain. The results: absorbing cannabis with an evaporator had a stronger effect on these functions than smoking it. Vaping also increased THC values in the blood. The lower temperature in a vaporiser is apparently the ‘ideal working climate’ for cannabinoids in cannabis.

· Study 2: Fluctuations between men and women

ratten onderzoek wiet We recently discovered that men deal with and respond to cannabis use differently than women, but the reasons are far from clear. Italian neuroscientists studied possible hormonal causes.

Hormonal conditions

The study, as reported in the magazine Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, looked at the influence of male and female sex hormones on the effects of cannabis.

Rats and menstruation

The Italian researchers used rats, but say that the results also apply to humans. Their conclusions include that the menstrual cycle affects the sensitivity to addiction. Women appear to be more vulnerable to addiction in certain stages of their lives than men. The scientists argue for a better understanding of the interaction between sex hormones and cannabinoids, in order to better deal with any problems which arise.

· Study 3: Does cannabis boost brain power?

hersenen onderzoek cannabis If you’re still waiting to write that thesis, or brilliant song lyrics, don’t be afraid to have a joint, because cannabis smoke stimulates brain activity.

Working memory improves

The conclusion that cannabis boosts your brain comes from a study carried out at the University of Florida, recently published in the journal ‘Neurobiology of Learning Memory’.

Most studies use injections with cannabinoids, and generally show a deterioration in observational performance. This study, however, looked explicitly at exposure to cannabis smoke. The researchers concluded that cannabis smoke improves working memory, especially if baseline activity (normal brain activity) is low,

so it’s high time the stereotypical image of the forgetful dope user was updated!

American young and famous seek salvation in cannabizz

Rapper Wiz Khalifa. FOTO: REX/Shutterstock

Hip-hop and weed is a golden combination, for both creative souls and business-minded rappers. Wiz Khalifa is the last in a long line of artists who is marketing his own brand, this time called Khalifa Kush. Now that cannabis is legal in Canada, he’s rapidly expanding his business with new partners throughout North America.

Business in beer and smoking cannabis

Even outside the rap scene, young entrepreneurs are exploiting the increasing flexibility in the cannabis world. After several years of trying, Adolphus Busch V (27 years old), great-great-grandson of the Budweiser family, has finally succeeded in persuading the old guard in the family to expand their beer production with the production of cannabis!