PORTABLE VAPORIZER QUESTIONS

 IS VAPORIZING REALLY HEALTHIER THAN SMOKING?

After considerable research, we can absolutely say that there is no doubt, vaporizing is better for your health than conventional smoking. In the long term, because of the large scale take up of vaporizers by consumers, smoking will soon disappear into history. There may be some outliers, but the majority of cannabis users will Buy Portable Vaporizers for their recreational and medicinal cannabis consumption. 

IS A VAPORIZER THE SAME AS A BONG?

They are absolutely not the same. With a bong, herbs including cannabis are subjected to combustion, meaning they are literally burnt, and this process produces smoke. The harm involved with this smoke can be reduced slightly by passing it through water prior to inhalation. However it remains harmful as it contains tars and toxins. While a portable vaporizer does not require a filter, it can still be helpful to the vaporizing process. Be aware that filtering can remove some of the active alkaloids from herbs, meaning you will need more of the herbs to get the same effect. 

Wolkenkraft Portable Vaporizer Detachable Filter

IS CONDUCTION AND CONVECTION THE SAME PROCESS?

The conduction process involves heating the herbal mixture using direct contact, normally via a heating element coming in contact with the mix. The downside of this involves some burning of the herbs, resulting in some smoke, defeating the whole idea of a Vaporizer. On the other hand convection involves heating the herbs by passing heated air over the herbs without any direct contact with the heating element. This results in a more even and controllable process, that is more efficient and economical with herb consumption.

DOES A VAPORIZER CAUSE AN ODOUR?

When you use a Vaporizer, there is minimal smell as a result. However when combustion is involved, as with smoking, there is a recognisable smell produced. While it is difficult to remove any smell, there is a mild scent, especially if the temperature of the herbal vaporizer is set higher than is necessary for the process; this can involve combustion. There is little to be concerned about as regards to telltale odour.

WHAT IS THE OPTIMUM VAPORIZER HEATING ELEMENT?

There is a wide variety of vaporizers on the market with many different types of heating elements employed in each. Many of these heating elements may be inferior than others. Some may be more efficient and more economical than others. We suggest you research the market and discover the best design for your budget and individual needs.

CAN I USE HERBAL VAPORIZERS FOR AROMATHERAPY?

This process involves heating and vaporizing liquids. Not every vaporizer design is suitable for the this, however many are adaptable to heating liquids using accessories that can be fitted to your vaporizer, so you can use them for oils and liquids. When vaporizers are used for medicinal plants, this is referred to as phyto-inhalation. There are many herbs that can be adapted for this process.