Fact Checked by Doctor NameAn ice catcher, also sometimes referred to as an ice pinch, is a small accessory that can be added to a bong or water pipe.
Ice catchers help provide smoother, cooler hits when smoking cannabis.
What is an Ice Catcher?
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An ice catcher is a small chamber built into the neck of a bong located above the main water chamber. It is designed to hold ice cubes or very cold water during use.
As smoke passes through the ice catcher after being diffused in water, it is extra-cooled and smoothed before being inhaled.
Ice catchers are typically made of glass and feature slits or small holes allowing smoke to pass through the chilled area. Some designs may use meshes or screens to hold ice in place.
The ice catcher chamber provides additional surface area for smoke to cool before entering the mouthpiece.
Having an ice catcher is an optional accessory when shopping for a new bong. However, most glass water pipes feature them today. Smokers love ice catchers for their ability to create ultra-smooth, cold hits.
How to Use an Ice Catcher?
Using an ice catcher is very simple. First, fill the main water chamber of the bong as you normally would to create diffusion and filtration.
Next, drop a few ice cubes or a handful of crushed ice directly into the ice catcher. As smoke passes through the chilled chamber, it will cool down an extra degree before being inhaled.
For best results, use plenty of ice to fill the catcher. Some smokers also prefer using ice-cold water in the catcher instead of ice cubes. This prevents the ice from melting too quickly. But cubes are equally effective.
As the ice melts during your smoking session, continue adding more to keep the catcher chilled. Using an ice catcher provides cooler, gentler hits that many smokers prefer.
The only downside is needing to regularly add more ice. But this is a small inconvenience for an upgraded smoking experience.
