Dry herb vaping has been around for some time but has seen a surge in popularity in the last few years.

This is likely due to the massive advances in vaping technology that has made dry herb vaporizers more compact, convenient and efficient. Done properly, vaping dry herbs can be a far more satisfying experience than smoking ever was!

To get the most out of your VaporFi dry herb vape, be sure to follow the instructions included with your vaporizer, keep your equipment clean and avoid the few common mistakes.

Letting Your Herbs Get Too Dry

The right moisture level is essential to getting adequate vapor from your herbs. Too much moisture and your herbs will never heat properly. Too little and your herbs can combust and clog airflow. To test your herbs, just pinch them between two fingers. The perfect herbs will not crumble and will not leave any traces of moisture on your fingers.

Pro tip: You may be able to salvage herbs that are too dry by enclosing them in an airtight container with a small lemon rind. Check back often until your herbs are at just the right humidity. They may also take on a lovely citrus aroma and flavor!

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Combustion

Simply put, combustion is burning and inhaling combusted herbs, the same as smoking. Avoid combustion by making sure your herbs aren’t too dry and keeping your vape temperature at the right range. The correct temperature will depend on the herbs you choose and your desired effects. Find the boiling point and the combustion point of the compounds you wish to ingest. Your “sweet spot” temperature will be somewhere in-between.

Inhaling Too Quickly

Like a fine wine, dry herb vapor should be sipped gently for maximum flavor and effect. If you draw too heavily on your vape pen, the temperature in your heating chamber will drop rapidly, and you’ll never get a quality vape. Pulling too hard can also draw your herb into your mouthpiece or screen, clogging the airway and making a leisurely activity a major headache! Inhale easily, take your time and enjoy the experience. You may not taste much on the inhale, but you’ll see the positive effects when you exhale the rich vapor produced.

Over-Packing Your Herbs

It's common to get over-eager when filling your heating chamber with dry herbs in the hopes of getting maximum potency in your vapor. This is a mistake, as packing too tightly constricts airflow and prevents your herbs from heating evenly. You’ll get a much better vaping experience if you pack your herbs lightly using a packing tool. You should find yourself packing your vape less often as it takes fewer herbs to get the desired effects.

Pro tip: Use a grinder to prepare your herbs for vaping. This will ensure even heating, avoid clogging and make for a more pleasant vaping experience overall.

Avoid these common mistakes, and you’ll find yourself enjoying your VaporFi dry herb vaporizer for years to come! A fantastic vape experience begins with quality equipment, and we take pride in all of our vaporizers and accessories. You will, too!

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