The Ultimate Dabbing Glossary: Terms, Jargon & Slang You Need To Know…

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🌿 A Glossary of Dabbing Terms 🔬

🧪 Dabbing Entities
💨 Dab
A concentrated form of cannabis extract, often containing high levels of THC and other cannabinoids.
🔧 Dabber
A tool used to apply dab concentrate to a heated surface.
🔬 Dab Rig
A specialized device designed for dabbing, typically consisting of a water filtration chamber and a heating element.
🔧 Dab Rig Components
💧 Water Filtration Chamber
A container filled with water that helps to cool and filter the vapor produced by dabbing.
🔥 Heating Element
A component that heats up to vaporize the dab concentrate. This can be a nail, banger, or other type of heating element.
👄 Mouthpiece
The part of the dab rig that you inhale from.
🏗️ Base
The bottom part of the dab rig that supports the water filtration chamber and heating element.
🔬 Dabbing Techniques and Terms
🔥 Torch
A device used to heat the nail or banger.
🔌 E-Nail
An electronic nail that can be heated to a specific temperature.
🔧 Dab Tool
A small tool used to apply the dab concentrate to the heated surface.
🧢 Carb Cap
A device placed over the nail or banger to control the airflow and vapor production.
🔮 Terp Pearl
A small glass or ceramic bead placed in the banger to help with vaporization and flavor.
💎 Quartz Banger
A type of banger made from quartz, known for its heat retention and durability.
🔩 Titanium Nail
A type of nail made from titanium, known for its heat resistance and durability.
❄️ Cold Start Dabbing
A technique where you apply the concentrate to a cold banger and then heat it up, allowing for smoother and lower-temperature dabs.
⏱️ Heat-Up Time
The amount of time it takes to heat your nail or banger to the desired dabbing temperature.
⏳ Cool-Down Time
The time you wait after heating the nail or banger before applying the concentrate to achieve the right temperature for dabbing.
🔥 Chazzing
When a banger becomes blackened or discolored due to overheating or burning concentrates, affecting the flavor and effectiveness of future dabs.
♻️ Reclaim
Residual concentrate that collects in a rig after repeated use, often re-used by some users.
⬇️ Drop-Down Adapter
An accessory used to lower the nail or banger closer to the user, making it more comfortable to use and reducing heat exposure to the rig.
⏲️ Dab Timer
A timer used to measure the heating and cool-down periods for precise temperature control.
🧪 Types of Concentrates
💎 Rosin
A solventless cannabis concentrate made by applying heat and pressure to cannabis flowers or hash.
🔮 Shatter
A brittle, translucent cannabis concentrate with a glass-like consistency.
🍯 Wax
A cannabis concentrate with a softer, more malleable consistency compared to shatter.
❄️ Live Resin
A concentrate made from fresh, flash-frozen cannabis plants, known for its high terpene content and flavor.
💎 Crystalline
A highly refined cannabis concentrate in the form of crystals, often isolated THCA or CBD.
🧰 Associated Paraphernalia
🧽 Dab Mat
A silicone or rubber mat used to catch any spills or messes.
🧰 Dab Tool Kit
A set of tools for dabbing, including dabbers, carb caps, and terp pearls.
🗃️ Storage Container
A container used to store dab concentrate.
🧼 Cleaning Supplies
Products used to clean dab rigs and associated paraphernalia.
🧴 ISO Wash
Using isopropyl alcohol to clean your rig, nail, or banger to remove resin buildup and maintain flavor quality.
🥤 Nectar Collector
A portable, straw-like device used for dabbing, often equipped with a water chamber for filtration.

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