Why is it called a Dab Nail?
A Dab Nail got its name from the original shape and look of the first dabbing glass. The glass was literally shaped like a metal nail. you can view one by clicking here. Dab nails have evolved over the past few years with more intricate and efficient designs. The invention of quartz bangers have catapulted dabbings popularity due in part to all of the accessories and customization capabilities of quartz bangers.
First you would want to understand the different sizes...
Banger Joint Sizes:
Joint size typically range from 10mm, 14mm up to 18mm. There are occassionaly 9mm, 19mm and other joint sizes, although those are very rare and not industry standard sizes. Be sure to always match the mm size of the pipe joint to the mm joint size of a banger. 14mm pipe joint = 14mm banger joint
Banger Bucket Sizes:
Banger bucket sizes range from as small as 16mm to 20mm, 22mm, 25mm, 30mm, 35mm and now all the way up to 45mm for those super large dabs!
Banger Joint Angle:
When it comes to joint angles, the most popular by far is the 90 degree angle followed by the 45 Degree angle. Be sure to always match the joint angle of a pipe to the joint angle of a banger. 90 Degree pipe joint = 14mm 90 degree banger joint. There is whats called 45 Degree Inverted angle which is used to connect to a nectar collector to be used with a banger instead of a nectar collecor nail.
There are also occasionaly 55 Degree angle joints although these are very rare.
Banger Joint Gender:
The Banger Joint Gender come in Male and Female. Male is more popular, especially for dabbing because femaled bangers tend to allow for reclaim to ooze out the sides of the joint and onto the exterior of the rig.
...Once you understand which size Quartz Banger you are looking for, you would then want to explore the different types of styles.
There are many different types of Quartz Banger Styles...
Thermochromic Banger
Thermochromic Quartz Bangers are used as a way to know the temp of the banger without using a banger temp reader or an e-nail. Thermochromic Bangers also have a double wall which acts similar to a Thermal Banger.
Thermal Banger
Thermal Quartz Bucket Bangers retain heat for a steadier temperature throughout the dab. Heat retention is important , especially if you are attempting to maintain your desired temp.
Recycler Banger
Recycler Bangers, do just that, Recycle. Most Recycler bangers are combined with a diamond knot quartz insert to initially evenly vaporize as much concentrate as possible. The remaining concentrate or reclaim is then recycled back up the bottom loop to be reheated by the diamond knot insert. The bottom loop design also assists with better concentrate dispersion throughout the dab.
Terp Slurper Banger
Terp Slurper Bangers offer maximum taste and terpene consumption. With different types of terp pills, banger beads, carb caps and more, there is a reason why Terp Slurper Quartz Bangers are fan favs.
Splash Guard Banger
Splashguard Bangers prevent concentrate from going down the neck of the banger, allowing for an efficient experience and a cleaner piece.
Round Bottom Banger
A Round Bottom Quartz Banger helps evenly distribute the heat while pooling the concentrate, increasing slosh.
Beveled Banger
Beveled bottom quartz bangers eliminate the waste and build-up found when using a flat bottom. Pointed cotton swabs such as glob mobs, are used to clean the hard to reach corners, however with a beveled bottom quartz banger, the curved meeting point of the side and bottom walls, allows for easy cleaning, easier terp ball spinning and a longer quality pure tasting experience.
E-nail Banger
E-Nail Quartz Bangers are specifically designed to hold the enail heating coil in place for the perfect heating experience when using an e-nail.
...while choosing your banger style, you will notice the different type of banger top styles.
The different types of Dab Banger Style Tops consist of...
Flat Top Bangers
Flat Top Bangers are meant to be paired with a flat carb cap and are not well suited for a bubble carb cap.
Beveled Top Bangers
Beveled Top Bangers offer a neater fit for bubble caps and other similarly shaped carb caps.
Angled Top Bangers
Angled Top Bangers are best with angled top carb caps for the most clean, neat and functional dab.
...Once you understand which type of banger and whats size banger you would like, choosing the appropriate carb cap is the next step...
We know there is a lot to take in so we consistently upload educational materials so you may educate yourself before purchasing in an attempt to cut the waste in you getting what you're truly looking for.
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The QuartzBanger.com Team!
