The Basics

Vaporizers: The Basics

Vaporizers are becoming increasingly popular, and there are many different types—from small portable vaporizer pens that people can carry with them anywhere to large digital vaporizers that allow users to control the temperature precisely and diffuse the scent. So how do they work, and how do you decide which is best for your needs?

Thanks to constantly-improving technology, vaporizers are easier to use and more affordable than ever. If you are new to the world of vaporizers, it can seem confusing and daunting. They are available in many different styles, sizes, and prices. So how do you choose? We will provide some basics on how they are used, how they work, and the types available. This should make your choice easier, and give you some new ideas for getting the most out of your vaporizer.

Why Use a Vaporizer?

Aromatherapy is a popular use for vaporizers. You can purchase a vaporizer that fills the area with a particular scent or aroma to provide a calming or pleasant scent in your home, or even to repel unwanted bugs. The increasingly popular personal vaporizers allow the user to inhale vapor after it is passed through their favorite calming herbs—whether lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, or any number of others—to provide their own personal aromatherapy.

Lavender is one of the most popular herbs for vaporizers because it has a calming effect. Some people find that it helps with insomnia, high blood pressure, and depression. Lavender also has some antioxidant properties that can help boost the immune system.

Many ex-smokers and those trying to stop smoking, use personal vaporizers because they allow the user to inhale clean vapor rather than harmful chemicals and toxic gases, as with cigarettes, or harsh, burnt herbs, as with herbal cigarettes. After the vaporizing process is completed, only the vital elements in the material are ingested.

How Do Vaporizers Work?

Vaporizers have a central heating element that slowly heats herbs or other organic material to the point just before combustion. Some vaporizers heat to one set temperature, while others allow the user to control the temperature precisely.

Most vaporizers have a small chamber heated by a butane flame or electric heating element. Hot air is blown through the chamber by a small fan or pulled using inhalation. Some vaporizers allow direct inhalation from the chamber. Others, like the Volcano^®, collect the mist in a bag for gradual consumption or diffuse the aroma into the room.

Choosing the Best Vaporizer for your Needs

How do you decide which type of vaporizer is best for you? Portable vaporizers can be used for about thirty minutes of continuous vaporizing without needing a refill, so unless you plan to use your vaporizer for long periods at a time, these are the best choice for many people.

There are larger, more high-tech versions as well. The Volcano is considered the state-of-the-art vaporizer, but there are many brands and styles for those who want longer vaporizing than the portable varieties provide, or want to be able to control the temperature.

Vaporizers come with instructions, and you can generally find demonstration videos online if you want to see how a particular vaporizer is used before purchasing it. However, if you are not handy with gadgets, or don’t want to deal with a lot of parts and accessories, it is probably best to start with something simple. Vaporizers should come with all of the accessories needed to use them. However, make sure that you purchase a good grinder for your herbs. Our online vaporizer store offers free magnetic grinders with many of our vaporizers.

Make sure that you buy a vaporizer that can handle the substance you are going to be using. Some work only with herbs, while others can be used with oils, concentrates, and waxes as well.

VaporizerUSA Can Provide Guidance

We offer the best deals on all types, and the best brands of vaporizers for sale. We also have regular special offers.We provide customer reviews on our site, so it is worth looking at what people have to say about a particular brand and style before you purchase it. Our customer service representatives are available to help as well. Just call 678-620-3730, Option 3 if you have any questions before (or after) you make your purchase.