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Best Electric Dab Rigs

Electric Dab Rigs 

Electronic dab rigs, called E-rigs, are among the newest wax vaporizers. These devices use electricity to heat and vaporize wax, oil, and other legal concentrates in atomizers rather than the traditional dab method with a butane torch and oil rig. 

Dabbing has come a long way from the borosilicate glass water rigs, quartz bangers, dab nails, carb caps, and torches that dabbers are accustomed to using. 

While many still love the classic glass dab rigs that Lookah is so well known for, others are eager to try the latest dabbing convenience. 
You don't have to choose between glass dab rigs or e-rigs; you can have both, and each can fulfill a different dabbing need. 

What is an Electronic dab rig?

 Electronic dab rig

The term electronic dab rig was coined when describing a traditional dab rig that used an electronic nail or enail. This enail was attached to the quartz banger to heat and vaporize the concentrate. It was a kind of add-on to a dab rig that gave greater control over heating the nail. 

This first generation of electric nail dab rigs were mains powered and rather large devices that needed to be close to a power outlet. This restricted how and where you could use them. The Enail became a distinct product range as they evolved to battery-powered devices.

The Lookah Q7 and Q7 Mini vaporizers are good examples of enails. 
The miniaturization of enails gave rise to a new generation of e-rigs, an electric bong for concentrate connoisseurs. 

These new handheld dab rigs include the Puffco Peak, Carta vape rig, Kandypen Oura, and Boost Evo. We can add the Lookah Unicorn and Dragon Egg to this list. 

Unlike other e-rigs, the Unicorn has a different design. It puts the atomizer at the center of our device for direct airflow and maximum flavor.

Lookah has followed up with the Unicorn Mini and the Dragon egg erig devices, making water-filtered dabbing easier than ever. 

Many of these new electronic dab rigs come with glass chambers and pecs that use water to filter your dabs. Still, these new-generation e-rigs are mini dab rigs with a difference. They use electricity rather than a torch to heat up and vape your concentrates and are much more robust and portable than a traditional dab rig. Indeed, the Dragon Egg's plastic water chamber offers more durability for traveling with your dab rig. 

How Do E-rigs Work?

E-rigs have a built-in battery that provides the electricity needed to heat an element known as a coil or atomizer. The herb concentrate is added to the atomizer cup, turning it into vapor as heat is applied. The atomizer cup aligns with a percolator. The vapor is drawn into the percolator as the dabber inhales on the mouthpiece. The percolator filters the vapor through water before arriving at the mouth of the dabber.  

What are the Advantages of an E-rig?

Electronic dab rigs are incredibly convenient to use. 

Most electric dabbing rigs have a glass percolator, but the rest of the device is made from plastic, metal, or silicone. This makes them more robust than an all-glass water pipe. 
They are smaller and sturdier than a traditional glass dab rig, making them perfect for dabbing on the go.  

These cool electric dab kits have preset temperature settings or variable voltages, which removes the guesswork of heating a banger with a butane torch.
They are safer to use than a traditional dab rig and have less risk of burning yourself because they use electricity rather than a torch.

As less equipment is needed, traveling with an erig is much easier than taking a glass dab rig with you places. These E-rigs are also the best dab rigs for user friendliness and are perfect for those starting with dabbing who may be put off by using a butane torch and exposed hot equipment. The better temperature control and ease of use mean most e-rigs are used for cold starts, so you get a better flavor profile.

What To Look For When Shopping for an Erig?

There are essential factors to look into when buying an E-rig. Here, we will discuss everything you should look for and consider before getting an Electric Dab Rig.

Portability: Size matters, at least when it comes to Erigs. 

Erigs come in a wide range of sizes. While most people will buy an erig to use at home, if you want a more portable device, you should get something that is easy to hold in one hand. Some rigs can be quite heavy or have large glass bubblers. These are good for home use, but if you want a portable device, then we recommend buying a handheld erig like the Dragon Egg or Unicorn Mini for use on the go. 

Affordability: "How much is an erig?" We get asked this question a lot. The short answer is you can buy a quality erig for under $100. 

Some erigs, such as the Puffco Peak, can cost upwards of $400. That is a sizable investment into your dabbing and beyond the reach of many people. The good news is that there are plenty of ergis available at every price point. So finding one within your budget shouldn't be a problem. 

Battery Life: The size of the battery and the heating element will determine the battery life. A smaller battery will require more frequent charging. Make sure that the battery life is suitable for your needs. Also, check if the erig you are buying has pass-through charging. This is typically seen with newer USB C-type charging devices, which let you use the device while it is on charge.

Temperature Control/Voltage Control: One of the best parts of an Erig is the ability to create the same sort of hit time and time again. Getting a device with good voltage or temperature controls will let you find the best smoking experience for your concentrate and preferences, be that big cloud or pure flavor. 

Replacement coils/parts: Check the price of replacement parts and consumables such as bubblers and coils.  Accidents happen, and it's better to know beforehand that you can buy replacement parts for your electronic dab rig. 

Some companies sell coils for as much as $50 each. If you need to replace the coil every few months, this can soon add up. The LOOKAH 710 wax coils (Suitable for Uniocrn Minin and Dragon Egg devices) are $50 for a pack of 5, keeping the cost of consumables as low as possible. 


Does vaping with an Erig smell?

All vaping will smell to some extent due to the terpenes in cannabis. The smell will depend on the size of the vapor clouds created. The good news is that the vapor will dissipate faster than smoke from a joint or bong and will not leave a lasting smell.

Lookah Unicorn E-rig

The Unicorn is a portable e-rig that revolutionizes dabbing. The Unicorn is a complete electric dab kit with an atomizer, water pipe, and power source. Its innovative design ensures it's easy to use, while a small compact form lets you enjoy dabbing on the go. The unique ceramic and quartz coils heat up fast and preserve the purest flavor. Taking your dabbing to the next level, this is the best portable electric dab kit to hit the market in 2020. It's available in standard colors as well as a limited-edition selection. At $170, this affordable mid-price point device offers great value for money.

Lookah Unicorn Mini E-rig

The Unicorn Mini has a similar style to the Original with its horn-like shape and uses the patented Lookah 710 coils. It is also smaller than the Unicorn original device. This means it's more portable. As the bubbler is made from glass, it is still fragile, and while you can use it on the go, it works better as a party piece in or around the home. If you want the pure taste of a glass bubbler and quartz coils but don't want to pay over $100, the Unicone Mini Erig at $89.99 is a fantastic option. 

Lookah Dragon Egg E-rig

The Dragon Egg is the newest electronic rig for 2023. It has a unique egg shape and is designed for easy, one-handed use. The water chamber is made from plastic, which makes it more durable for use on the go. It keeps a glass mouthpiece and uses the 710 quartz coils for a purer taste. When it comes to on-the-go dabs, this mini erig is well suited. For $99.99, the Dragon Egg is an affordable electric dab rig device for those new to erigs who are on a budget but don't want to sacrifice quality. 

How to Clean Your Erig

 

How to Use an Electronic Dab Rig?


These instructions are based on the Lookah Unicorn E-rig. While the style may be slightly different from other dab rigs, such as the Pulsar Rok, Dr Dabber Boost Evo, V-Carta, and Puffco Peak, the same cold start steps apply to many e-rigs.

1. Lift the magnetic top off and add a small dab (0.1-0.2g ) of concentrate into the chamber/coil.
2. Add just enough water to the glass chamber to cover the percolation holes.
3. Replace the magnetic top.
4. Press the On/Off Power button five times to turn on the device.
5. Press the power button two times to set the power level.
6. Choose the dabbing mode. 

The quartz hive coil is best used in manual mode. 

The quartz cup coil is best used in auto mode.

7. Start dabbing.

In the manual mode, press and hold the power button to use the device. On the first use, wait 5-10 seconds for the coil to heat up before vaping.

In auto mode, press the power button three times to start pre-heating. Once the light turns solid and the device vibrates, you can start dabbing.


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