Nectar Collectors: A Step-by-Step Guide To Setup, Dab & Clean Like A Pro

How to Fill and Use A Nectar Collector: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ah the holy grail of efficiency and taste, the nectar collector. Perfect for at home or on the go nectar collectors are always part of a knowledgeable dabbers arsenal. Properly filling a nectar collector is crucial for optimal performance. In this blog, we'll walk you through the process step-by-step of properly filling, heating and dabbing with a nectar collector, ensuring you get the best, most efficient dab every time.

What You'll Need:

- Nectar collector body

- Water

- Nail

- Keck clip

Step-by-Step Guide to Filling Your Nectar Collector

Step 1: Grab The Nectar Collector Water Bubbler

First things first, grab that sucker and get ready to fill it, make sure the nail is not attached to the glass when filling.

Step 2: Turn The Nectar Collector Water Bubbler Upside Down

Hold the nectar collector body upside down. This orientation is crucial for filling it correctly. Using clean water, slowly pour it into the mouthpiece end.

Step 3: Allow Excess Water to Leak Out

Depending upon the type of nectar collector, the amount of water may vary drastically. Nectar collectors tend not to hold that much water as the more water used the more reclaim will be caused. While still holding the nectar collector upside down, let any excess water drip out. This step ensures that you don't overfill the device. As the water leaks, you'll notice it will stop dripping after a few moments. This indicates that the water level inside is perfect.

Step 4: Flip It Over

Carefully flip the nectar collector right side up. At this point, the water should settle into its correct position within the device.

Step 5: Check the Water Level

Once the dripping stops, you can be confident that the water level is correct. It's designed to be just enough to percolate but not so much that it affects airflow or splashes into your mouth.

Step 6: Attach the Nail

Now, attach the nail to the end of the nectar collector. There are two sizes typically used for nails with nectar collectors, 14mm and 10mm. This refers to the joint size, not the diameter of the tip. The nails yip diameter can vary from 4mm up to 10mm depending on the style. Keep in mind when using an enail nectar collector to secure the coil to the nail prior to attaching the nail to the nectar collector.

Some nectar collectors have a screw on nail while others have a keck clip connection.

Step 7: Secure with a Keck Clip

Finally, use a Keck clip to secure the nail in place. This small but vital accessory ensures that the nail stays firmly attached during use, preventing any accidents.

Ready to Go

Your nectar collector is now filled, assembled, and ready for use. Enjoy your dabbing session with a perfectly balanced tool that ensures smooth hits every time.

Tips for Best Results:

- Always use clean, filtered water to avoid any impurities.

- Regularly clean your nectar collector to maintain optimal performance.

- Handle the device carefully, especially when filling and flipping it, to avoid spills or damage.

By following these simple steps, you can ensure your nectar collector is always ready for a great dabbing experience.

Now let’s talk about dabbing with a nectar collector.

Step-by-Step Guide to Dabbing With A Nectar Collector

Step 1: Get your Dabs Ready!

Nectar collectors are great in that they can be dabbed with something as simple as a dab tool, parchment paper, wax paper, a silicone jar or glass jar, frankly any surface that wont burn or melt can be used to dab off of with a nectar collector.

Step 2: Heat The Dab Nail

Heating the dab nail evenly is crucial for a good dab. Heating one side or another will result in an uneven dab, it is crucial that all sides of the dab nail are heated. Now one common mistake people make is heating the nail too close to the glass and heating the nail too much. If using a titanium nail which is attached to a glass nectar collector bubble this may result in the glass joint cracking.

Therefore it's best to heat the bottom 3rd of the nail all the way around for up to 60 seconds. Now depending upon your dabbing preference you may want to allow the nail to cool slightly for 15-30 seconds. You can always utilize a dab temp reader to make sure you have the exact desired temperature.

Step 3: Oh Baby! It’s A Dabbing Time!

You’ve got a hot nail and some dabs ready to go now it's time to dab them properly. Dab them properly , now what does that mean?

Well when it comes to any form of dabbing the ultimate equation being made is the dab nail vaporization rate (how quickly it can vaporize the dab) versus the saturation rate (how much of a dab is placed onto the nail). Finding the proper equilibrium allows for the smoothest, milkiest, tastiest and most efficient dab possible. Over saturate the nail and you wont get enough vapor, over heat the nail (too high vaporization rate) and you’ll burn the dab. Find that sweet spot and you’ll know it!

Now with that in mind lets talk about the proper way to dab with a nectar collector.

Think of the dab blob as a puddle, to dab properly you would want to stick your toe into the edge of the puddle, then drag your toe until your foot is dry. Now to translate that to a dab, with your mouth against the bubbler and ready to inhale, dip the dab nail into the edge of the dab and drag the nail away while inhaling. Do not have the nail flush against the silicone jar or wax paper as this will prevent airflow from getting through the nail. Just like your whole foot isn't on the ground while dragging your toes back from the puddle, so too the nectar collector tip should be on an angle.

Now here is when the vaporization rate vs saturation rate comes into play. As soon as the torch flame is removed from the dab nail it will begin to cool, and even more so once the nail touches the dab. The portion of the nail with touches the dab first will cool the fastest. Therefore its important to change the portion of the nail in which the dab is touching. This is how to keep the vaporization rate as high as possible as you continue to dab.

Think of the inside of the dab nail and how the dab should be spread evenly in the nail for the most even vaporization. SO if the first dab was taken at the bottom of the puddle dragging down, the next dab should be taken from the top of the puddle and dragged up. This will cause different portions of the nail to come in contact with the dabs allowing for the vaporization rate to stay up.

It is crucial to understand when the vaporization rate is waning so you dont waste dabs. One way to avoid wasting dabs with a nectar collector is to use an enail nectar collector or electric nectar collector. These options offer consistent heating, with an enail nectar collector being the most powerful. Even so with an electric version of a nectar collector the vaporization rate vs saturation rate still applies and understanding which portion of the nail is cooler or hotter will help you achieve the most efficient dab.

Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning A Nectar Collector

Step 1: Make Sure That Ish Aint Hot!

Never ever attempt to clean a nectar collector while the nail is hot, you will burn yourself. Utilizing dab swabs is possibly while its hot but you must be careful.

Step 2: Soak The Dab Nail In Cleaning Solution

Utilizing a Dunk Tank, fill the dunk tank with your favorite cleaning solution of isopropyl alcohol and allow the nail to sit for 1 hour. After 1 hour remove and clean with a dab swab until the nail is clean.

Step 3: Cleaning The Nectar Collector Bubbler

The nectar collector bubbler can be cleaned a few different ways. Some prefer to just dump it into a Dunk Tank with a cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol, let it sit overnight, then rinse with hot water to remove and remaining gunk., Others are slightly less patient. If you are one of those less patient folks it is recommended to fill the glass with a cleaning solution like Dr Buzzkill’s White Glove Treatment Pipe Cleaner. Be sure to seal each side of the nectar collector, whether with cleaning plugs, cleaning caps or your fingers. Carefully shake the glass to remove any reclaim. Just be careful not to let the glass slip from your hand and shatter all over your floor!