Vaporizers, or vapes as they are commonly known, are electronic or analog devices designed to release the active ingredients and therapeutic compounds from herbs or their derivatives. Vaporizers heat dry herbs, concentrates, extracts, distillates, or oils just below the point of combustion to extract flavor and effects with little to no smoke. Since the material is not burned, the user does not consume potential carcinogens.
A 2007 study by the University of California, San Francisco, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Neurology, found that "there was virtually no exposure to harmful combustion products using a vaporization device" and another 2006 study by researchers at Leiden University found that vaporizers were "safe and effective cannabinoid delivery systems." This study indicated that the amount of THC delivered by vaporizers was equivalent to the amount delivered by smoking.
Vapor is much more flavorful and smoother to inhale than smoke, making the entire experience more pleasant and comfortable for the user.
TYPES OF VAPORIZERS
Based on their size, we can classify them into 2 categories: Desktop and Portable
Desktop Vaporizers:
These are powerful, stationary devices made for home users. They were the first mass-produced dry herb vaporizers that connected to household power. They have efficient heating systems and offer greater temperature control during sessions. These units were among the first used for medicinal purposes.
Storz & Bickel Volcano Hybrid Vaporizer
Portable Vaporizers:
Designed for on-the-go consumption, they are more powerful than pen-style vaporizers; they offer more temperature control, allowing the user to enjoy the various effects and tastes of their preferred materials. Portable vaporizers have gained immense popularity in recent years, and there are now portable vapes that can achieve the vapor quality of desktop vaporizers.
Mighty Storz & Bickel Vaporizer
Pen-style Vaporizers:
These are the most discreet and easy to use. These devices are portable, heat up quickly, and generally offer single-button controls.
Dynavap Omni 2021 Vaporizer
E-Nails Vaporizers:
They are classified into both categories. These devices offer enormous amounts of vapor from concentrates or extracts, but instead of requiring the user to burn their materials, they offer convenient electric heating. Some of these vaporizers are portable with vapor production similar to a desktop unit.
Pulsar Mini E-nail Vaporizer
E-Rigs Vaporizers:
They are also classified into both categories and are mainly used for concentrates; most have a rechargeable battery and offer water filtration for vapor, which significantly reduces the vapor temperature. They generally have a glass piece that stores the water.
Puffco Peak Pro V2 Vaporizer