Dab Pen vs Dab Rig The Complete Guide
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As the market develops, so new devices have become available.
Fresh brands enter the vape market regularly, which leads to greater innovation.
For newcomers to the world of vaping, there is plenty of jargon to come to grips with.
This article is about the art of dabbing and in particular the dab pen and dab rig – what are they, and what is dabbing?
Let’s not waste any more time!
What Is a Dab Rig?[modifier]
Dab rigs are extremely popular glass setups that allow someone to smoke wax concentrates.
Essentially, it is a glass bong but for wax.
Dab rigs had a chamber for water, a mouthpiece, and a "bowl" or "nail" to place the wax and apply heat to it.
Some fancier dab rigs would also come equipped with additional features such as percolators much like a bong and they would function, ultimately, for the same purposes.
Often, the heat source was a blowtorch or some other item that would be able to superheat a "domeless nail" that wax was then applied to begin to "vaporize".
This was often done with a dabbing tool used to manipulate the wax to avoid getting sticky fingers.
In this way dab rigs were certainly more technical than an average bong.
What Is a Dab Pen?[modifier]
A dab pen is essentially a vaporizer that uses wax.
It performs all of the functions of a dab rig (i.e. vaporizes wax) in a different format and manner.
In a dab pen, the three essential parts are the mouthpiece, the battery, and a heating chamber.
The battery functions as the new heat source by electrically charging, and thereby heating, coils that sit within the heating chamber.
These coils then begin to interact with the wax and slowly vaporize it in a similar manner that a heated dabbing nail would contact the wax and begin to vaporize it.
Dab pens come in all different shapes and sizes and have a variety of features available to appeal to anybody.
Similarities Between a Dab Rig And Dab Pen[modifier]
1. Both Are For Use With Wax Concentrates[modifier]
Both are going to be used for wax concentrates.
So, for wax enthusiasts, both are ideal choices for different reasons.
2. Both Are Re-Usable[modifier]
Neither needs disposal after a one-time use.
This makes an investment in either quality glass or vape technology a critical decision to ensure getting the most out of either.
3. Varying Features[modifier]
Both come in a variety of forms with tons of different features to appeal to a wide variety of wax enthusiasts.
For example, different wax pens will have things like temperature/wattage power controls, storage at the bottom of the vape for wax, or even battery power display options.
Different kinds of dab rigs might feature thick glass for more safety, grips for better handling, or percolators for a smoother, tastier hit.
All told, there are so many different options between the two that a thorough examination of the options available cannot be made in any one article.
Differences Between Dab Pen And Dab Rig[modifier]
1. Portability[modifier]
A dab pen is going to be far more portable than even the smallest dab rigs.
Not only is there a substantial size difference but the dab rig requires more and larger equipment to operate.
In addition, the dab rig needs to be filled with water to avoid spillage in transit.
2. Discretion[modifier]
A dab pen is going to be much more discrete.
Not only is it quieter (imagine the sound a bong makes – rigs are similar) but there is no need for a blowtorch or smoke.
There is also the size difference that makes a dab pen more discrete.
3. Dab Nails Versus Wax Coils[modifier]
A dabbing nail is going to be made of a bunch of different possible materials such as glass, quartz, titanium, ceramic, etc.
This is to ensure that the nail will not melt or shatter when it gets hot.
A dab pen's wax atomizer will be made primarily of quartz or ceramic for much the same reason.
Keep in mind that these materials will have different heating and cooling times.
For example, titanium and quartz will likely heat faster than ceramic.
However, ceramic will take longer to cool down.
Some dab pens have wick coils instead of quartz or ceramic and these are often used for more liquid-like waxes and found in older dab pen models.
4. Ease Of Use[modifier]
Certainly, a dab pen appears to be much easier to use than a dab rig.
Between the different heating mechanisms, size differences, and requirements to operate (battery power v. blow torch and water) there is certainly a steeper learning curve for the dab rig.
5. Puff Size[modifier]
Nothing will compare to the hits possible from the dab rig.
Imagine trying to compare any other device to the sheer power of a bong for dry herbs.
This is essentially the same comparison in the wax world.
Not even the most powerful and expensive dab pens will produce a puff comparable to a powerful dab rig.
6. Glass Rigs Are Fragile[modifier]
Remembering that glass is breakable can sometimes prove harder than it seems at first glass.
Dab pens are not indestructible, but dropping one on the floor is not likely to cause it to shatter.
Even the hardiest glass models of dab rigs are in danger.
7. Electricity Dependent[modifier]
Dab rigs, however, do not rely on electricity whereas a dab pen does.
Which one should I buy?[modifier]
At the end of the day, the most important consideration anyone can make is their preferences.
There is certainly a dab rig or dab pen for everyone – but that doesn’t mean that any individual dab rig or dab pen will appeal to everyone.
Some people are going to favor something more portable.
Other individuals are going to be looking for something more powerful.
Generally speaking, it is a good idea to think about the types of use that the dab rig or dab pen is going to be put through.
Will it be needed on the go?
This can help decide between the portability of a dab pen or dab rig.
Another potential thought is whether or not power is a more important consideration.
Again, dab rigs are certainly going to produce the most powerful hits and largest clouds when exhaled.
For some, this is super important.
Any dab rig loyalist can tell you that a dab rig is not remotely touched by its dab pen competition on the power market.
However, some people simply prefer a smoother, smaller hit of wax.
Particularly given the power disparity between herb and wax.
Lastly, another thing to think about generally is how committed to wax someone might be.
There are starter dab rigs and dab pens alike, however, a dab pen is going to come equipped with a battery charger and other items necessary.
A dab rig, however, needs a blow torch and other supplementals.
To avoid the use of a blow torch, you can buy an E-Nail.
For a beginner to wax, this can be overwhelming and could be decisive.
