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When using Boro, what benefits are gained thru using various ratios of gas?

The ratios of gas make the flame a neutral flame, reduction flame or oxidizing flame.  This effects the color sometimes, as well as really effects the BTUs of the torch

What components of a torch make some torches $25 and others $90? Are you just paying for the name?

Well a lot comes down to where it was made.  Remember an average worker in China is paid about $2 an hour.  Torches like Blazer are made in Japan, where the worker is paid considerably higher, much closer to the same wage as the USA. Also, where the components are made is a big thing.  …

Being colorblind is there a way to determine when your vaping sample is used up from vaporizing

Yes, the best way is you will see your herb start to get more grainy as it breaks up.  Also, your vape hit will become less and less.  Another thing is that the herb will start to taste more and more roasted. To help it might be good to get the flavor and what the …

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What uses are there for the spent flower after vaping it in the SSV? Is it still worth smoking?

Not really worth smoking.  The point of a vape is to eliminate combustion and reduce tars.  So do not smoke duff. But, Duff or already vaped herb is great for edibles.   Or you can just eat a teaspoon up to two tablespoons for some of the best edible effects ever. Learn more about cooking with …

Does fuming with silver or gold increase the price of a piece of glass?

The more work you put into a piece of art, the more its value goes up.  So the answer is yes, compared to clear.

How do i get a custom knob made for my SSV?

Just give Elev8 Vaporizers a call at 719-570-9928 You can see all the past knobs for ideas here

Why is taking lower temp dabs healthier in a sense than taking hot dabs?

Hot dabs are for sure perceived to be less “healthier”.  We say this because at a higher temperature the fats and lipids start to also vaporize.  This is why it hurts so bad after a hot dab.   BUT, some people like the burn, what can we say.  As we are not doctors, this is our …

What cleaner do you recommend using with a super soaker? I know silicon pieces require a special cleaner to clean them.

We feel any cleaner on the market is good to use in the Super Soaker.  We do feel to keep the Super Soaker lasting a long time, as well as keeping your cleaner from evaporating, to pour the used cleaner back into an empty container.  This is the function of the spout on the Super …

When applying/working with dichro, is it easier to use flakes or sheets?

Each is its own process.  They are about the same that the user must use a cool flame and take a lot of care.