Dry herb vaporizers are a convenient way to use dry herb without the need for combustion, and offer many benefits as an alternative to smoking. In this post we will be taking a closer look at dry herb vaporizers to find out how they work and if they are legal.
What are dry herb vaporizers?
Dry herb vaporizers are a form of heat-not-burn device that offers an alternative to smoking. They are comprised of a heating chamber, or oven, and an internal battery that can be recharged when needed and makes the devices easily portable. The PAX Mini is a great example of this, as it has a compact size that makes it great for on-the-go use.
Most portable devices, utilise conduction to produce a vapour, heating the materials through direct contact which allows them to reach optimum temperature quickly without being too taxing on the battery.
They work by gently heating the materials to the optimum temperature to allow the natural oils, cannabinoids, and terpenes to be released as a vapour that can then be inhaled. Many devices, like the Airistech Viva and the Dazzleaf HERBii Pro utilise a ceramic oven that allows for an even temperature distribution and easy maintenance.
Not only do dry herb vaporizers eliminate the need for combustion, but they also offer better flavour and longevity of the materials. Many even allow you to select the temperature most suited to your chosen dry herb and to target the specific cannabinoids and terpenes you prefer using temperature control.
Are they legal?
Dry herb vaporizers themselves are perfectly legal in the UK, as they are essentially just an electronic device similar to an e-cigarette or other heat-not-burn device. The confusion here lies in the fact that dry herb vaporizers are commonly used with cannabis, which is not currently legal in the UK.
However, there are many other dry herbs that can be used in these devices, such as chamomile, anise, eucalyptus, and green tea. There are a huge variety of recipes available online for dry herb mixes that can be used as natural remedies and do not contain any illegal substances, along with the best temperature ranges to use with each herb to deliver the best results.
Can I use concentrates in my dry herb vaporizer?
Standard dry herb vaporizers are designed for use with dry herb products only, however some dual-use or hybrid devices like the PAX Plus and DaVinci IQ2 do offer different oven inserts that allow for both dry herb and concentrate use. If you are planning to use both dry herb and concentrates with your vaporizer it is important to make sure that the device you choose is suitable for dual use. Attempting to use concentrates in a dry herb oven can cause leaking and may even damage the device.
Alternatively, if you prefer to use concentrates and do not really have a need for a dry herb vaporizer, a concentrate only vaporizer like that Airistech Airis Quaser offers an affordable option that is designed specifically to suit concentrates and waxes.
You can take a look at our full range of dry herb vaporizers online or pop in to your local Evapo store and speak to a member of our team to find out more.
