Fact Checked by Doctor NameDabbing is a popular method of cannabis consumption that involves vaporizing concentrated extracts using a water pipe rig and torch.
Low-temperature dabbing refers to vaporizing at lower temperatures between 300-500°F compared to red hot dabs in the 750-900°F+ range.
The lower applied heat helps preserve flavor and provides a more pleasant experience.
What is a Low-Temp Dab?
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A low-temp dab uses lower heating temperatures to vaporize cannabis concentrates like wax, live resin, rosin, etc.
This is accomplished by:
- Heating the nail/banger just until the bottom loses its glossy look
- Allowing the nail to cool down after heating before adding the dab
- Capping the nail with a directional carb cap to better control airflow and heat
- Drawing the vapor slowly to further regulate temperature
Rather than burning concentrates immediately into thick, harsh smoke, low-temp dabs leverage increased surface area on the nail and precision heating to gradually melt and vaporize extracts for smooth, terpene-rich hits.
Benefits of Low-Temp Dabs
- Preserves terpenes and flavors – less likely to burn off aromatic compounds with overheating
- Smoother on lungs – cooler temps mean less irritation/coughing
- Full-spectrum effects – allow a diversity of cannabinoids and terpenes to vaporize
- Efficient use of concentrates – less product converted to residual waste from overheating
- Customizable high-target specific temperatures to fine-tune effects
- Product testing – accurately assess flavors at lower temps
While low-temp dabbing requires a bit more technique, the payoff is a more flavorful experience that maintains the nuances of different strains and concentrates.
Lower temperatures unlock the full potential of live resins and rosins.
For health-conscious consumers, low temps dabs are a cleaner alternative.
