Dab Pen

What is a Dab Pen?

A dab pen, also known as a wax pen or concentrate vaporizer, is a portable electronic device designed for vaporizing cannabis concentrates, such as wax, shatter, or oils.

Unlike traditional vaping devices that use e-liquids or dry herbs, dab pens are specifically tailored to handle the thicker, more potent concentrates.

A dab pen consists of a few key components:

Battery: The dab pen battery is the device's power source. It provides an electric current that runs through the atomizer coil, heating the concentrate.

Atomizer: The heating element where the concentrate goes. It heats to a high temperature, turning the concentrate into vapor.

Mouthpiece: The part through which the user inhales the vapor.

How To Use a Dab Pen?

Loading the Concentrate: The user places a small amount of concentrate into the atomizer using a dab tool to avoid contact with the sticky substance.

Heating: The wax pen is activated, and the battery sends power to the atomizer, which heats up.

The temperature typically ranges from 315°F to 900°F (157°C to 482°C), depending on the desired effect and type of concentrate.

Vaporization: As the atomizer heats the concentrate, it transforms into vapor. This process happens quickly because of the high temperatures involved.

Inhalation: The user inhales the vapor through the mouthpiece.

This method of consuming cannabis concentrates offers a potent and flavorful experience.

Why Choose a Wax Pen?

Dab pens are popular for their convenience, portability, and discreet use. Compared to traditional dab rigs, they are simple to operate and nonintimidating, making them a favorite among cannabis concentrate enthusiasts.

Compact and Portable

As its name suggests, a wax pen is supposed to resemble a simple pen. Its compact size lets you slide it into your pocket or bag and take it anywhere, so you can enjoy a discreet dab wherever you like.

Easy to use

Dab pens are designed with user-friendliness in mind. This simplicity of use makes a wax pen the ideal choice for beginners or experienced cannabis wax consumers. Most have a single-button design that lets you enjoy a quick, easy session with a few clicks.

You need to press the button to turn it on or off. It doesn't require a torch, making it more convenient than traditional dabbing methods such as a dab rig or dab straw.

Safer

Wax pens make consuming cannabis concentrates safer. The traditional way of consuming wax concentrates includes heating a nail or banger with a torch. A wax pen uses an electric power source and atomizer to heat the concentrates. This torchless dabbing method makes it safer and avoids the dangers of using a butane torch.

Consistent Atomization

Temperature is key when consuming concentrates. With a wax vaporizer, you can select the right temperature for you and your wax.

A wax pen lets you select from preset heat settings or dial in the exact temperature, depending on your preference. Guessing the temperature of a dab nail has always been hit-and-miss. A wax pen can achieve consistent results by using a controlled temperature profile.

Easy to Maintain

Dab pens have a few detachable components, making maintenance simple and easy. Keeping your dab pen clean will help ensure it continues to work optimally and deliver a premium vaping experience.

Best Wax Pens from 420Buy

Many companies have recently entered the dabbing device business, but not all dab pens are equal.

At 420buy, we only stock top-quality dab pens from famous brands to ensure our clients have a better dabbing experience.

Choosing a good-quality dab pen is essential for elevating your dabbing experience. A good electric dab pen should have a long battery life, a controlled temperature range, and be easy to maintain.

As an authorized retailer of LOOKAH vape products, we can offer these devices at a great price.

You can check out this collection of wax vape devices on offer from 420buy.

Seahorse King Electric Nectar Collector

Check out the impressive LOOKAH Seahorse King – the newest and most advanced addition to the Seahorse E-Nectar Collector series. This series is top-rated among dabbing enthusiasts, and for good reason. If you're new to dabbing, this is definitely worth trying.

The Seahorse King is designed with a sturdy metal body, ensuring durability and eliminating worries about accidental breakage. Its weight also provides a satisfying, substantial feel when held in hand.

The Seahorse King comes with a powerful 950 mAh battery, offering superior power compared to other brands. This means more dabbing sessions on a single charge, making it perfect for on-the-go use.

Seahorse Queen Electric Nectar Collector

Introducing the LOOKAH Seahorse Queen - the revolutionary desktop-style electric nectar collector that elevates your vaping experience. Unlike most E-Nectar collectors, the Seahorse Queen features a unique bubbler that delivers a dab rig-like effect, elevating your enjoyment.

The built-in water bubbler not only cools the vapors but also filters out impurities, giving you smooth and pure clouds.

Its anti-slip grip ensures stability, while the large, easy-to-use power button makes it perfect for users of all dexterity levels. Get ready to elevate your vaping game with the Seahorse Queen!

Seahorse Pro Plus Electric Nectar Collector

The LOOKAH Seahorse Pro Plus represents a significant upgrade from the Seahorse Pro. Its inclusion of type V LOOKAH 510 coils offers improved functionality, allowing you to witness vapor production from beginning to end. As the best-selling e-nectar collector, it is renowned for its user-friendly design and exceptional performance.

Swordfish Wax Pen

The LOOKAH Swordfish draws inspiration from the majestic swordfish of the deep ocean. Its sleek design offers both style and functionality, housing a powerful 950mAh battery. With its magnetic flip-top design, loading your device is effortless, leaving your hands free for a seamless experience. Say hello to convenience and goodbye to cumbersome lids with the impressive LOOKAH Swordfish.

Python Wax Pen

The LOOKAH Python wax vape boasts a durable alloy steel body with a unique dimpled pattern for a comfortable grip. Its compact size, similar to a zippo lighter, allows for easy one-handed operation. Designed for convenience and discretion, it fits effortlessly into your pocket or small handbag, enabling you to enjoy your favorite wax concentrates on the go. Fast atomization means you can dab in seconds, anytime, anywhere.

Ant Wax Pen 

Introducing the LOOKAH Ant Wax Pen, a cutting-edge vaporizer launched in April 2024. This revolutionary device has been likened to a rocket ship or a poised soldier ant, ready to vaporize your wax efficiently. Utilizing the patented LOOKAH 710 coils, the Ant has quick heat-up times for efficient vaping. It boasts a powerful 950mAh battery that offers extended battery life, making it an ideal choice for individuals who often forget to charge their devices daily.

Dab Pen FAQs and Tips

What are Dabs?

Dabs are created from the resin of the Cannabis plant, which is rich in cannabinoids such as THC and CBD. This potent substance is extracted from the entire plant, utilizing methods such as industrial-scale solvent extraction using Butane gas, Carbon dioxide, or Ethyl alcohol. However, solventless extraction methods are also available.

The final product often contains concentrated plant resins, flavonoids, and cannabinoids in forms like budder, crumble, shatter, terp sauce, diamonds, and more, named for their unique appearances. 

Are Dab Pens Better Than Vape Pens?

When comparing dabbing to vaping herbs, dabbing is known to deliver a higher potency. This is because the cannabis extracts used for dabs are more concentrated. As a result, for individuals who do not regularly consume cannabis, the high from dabbing can be too intense. Nevertheless, for those with high medical needs, dabbing may be preferable.

A single dab has the ability to deliver the full effect of THC or CBD, which might require multiple hits from a joint or a dry herb vape. The intensified effects can be beneficial for relieving patients with severe pain or muscle spasms.

How Much is a Dab Pen?

When considering dab pens, it's important to note that prices can vary significantly depending on the brand and quality.

Typically, dab pen starter kits range from $30 to $150. At our online head shop, we offer top-quality options such as the LOOKAH Seahorse Pro Plus for $54, which provides a great entry point for those looking to start.

For those interested in the cooling functions of a bubbler, the Seahorse Queen, priced at $126, is an excellent choice. Our store offers a wide range of options, from electric nectar collector vapes to mini wax pens designed to fit in the palm of your hand. Most options range from $50 to $100, ensuring something for every preference and budget.

Do Wax Pens Smell? 

Whether using a dab rig or a dab pen, the odor produced from vaping is not as strong or long-lasting as the odor from smoking cannabis flower or dry herbs. The vapor from dabs is not as dense as smoke and will dissipate faster. If you are concerned about the smell, opening a window or dabbing outside is a good idea.

Tips and Tricks

Burn off excess wax

It's a good idea to heat the coil of your wax pen for a few extra seconds after use. This will help vaporize any excess wax, which could dry and clog your coil or leak from the device.

Keep it upright

Keeping your vape pen upright after a session will help prevent the leakage of excess melted wax from the coil or mouthpiece. Any melted wax will remain in the coil so it can be consumed in your next session.

Avoid over-loading the coil.

One of the leading causes of leaks and spills is overpacking the coil. Packing your coil with wax will lead it to bubble up and overflow the coil as it heats and expands during vaporization. This can cause the wax to bubble up and make a mess; hot wax can also put up from some devices and touch your lips or splatter off the coil, making a mess.

Furthermore, overpacking the coil will cause the coils to get clogged quickly as the excess buildup of wax can't be vaporized efficiently, causing wax buildup. We suggest using small micro dabs the size of a peppercorn to ensure optimal performance. Going slow and low with the dose of your dabs also prevents you from greening out or getting too high too quickly, and it is also better for your device.

Avoid pre-packing the coil.

Only prepack the coil if you will use the device immediately. If you pre-pack a coil for later use, the wax can melt and clog the coil. It is also liable to spill outside of the vape and make a mess of your pocket or bag. Many of the LOOKAH wax pens have an integrated dab, too, so it's easy to load your dab when out and about.

Clean regularly.

We recommend cleaning your wax pen or electric nectar collector regularly. It's good practice to heat off any excess wax and then wipe the coil out with a Q-tip after each session.

We recommend doing a thorough clean every few days or once a week. Take off any removable parts such as mouthpieces and coil, and clean the airway with a pipe cleaner and a little isopropyl alcohol. This regular maintenance will keep your device in peak condition and ensure optimal performance.