Oil Vaporizers

What is an oil vaporizer?

Oil vaporizers are a type of Weed Vaporizer made to work with oil cartridges and have subcategories that include 510-thread vape batteries, oil pens, and vapor cups.

Types of oil vaporizers

Oil Vaporizers fall into three main categories: 510 Thread Batteries, Oil Pens, and Vapor Cups.

Understanding these differences will help determine which kind of oil vaporizer will fit your needs. If you're just a beginner, we also suggest checking out our list of the Best Vape Pens for Cartridges. 

510 Thread Vapes

The 510 Thread Battery name refers to how the cartridge is attached to the battery. 510 is a universal thread size that will fit all vapes classified as 510 batteries. Some people find these an easy option since many dispensaries will have an abundant selection of THC and CBD oil 510 cartridges. 

Vape Pens

Vape pens work the same way as 510 batteries but with a few differences. These 420 pens have a specific type of cartridge known as a pod.

Some pods come pre-filled, just like cartridges, and can be bought and refilled.

Vapor Cups

Vapor Cups are the newest type of 510 oil vaporizer, but combine them with the added benefit of an air fan which fills up a removable bubbler vapor cup. They're a bit more expensive but are a lot of fun and great for parties, so be sure to check out the Pulsar Sipper.

How to use an oil vaporizer?

The first step for any oil vape is to attach your selected vape cartridge to the 510-threading of the vape and then either inhale or press a button to heat the oil. 

Inhale-Activated

With inhale-activated vape pens, power will be supplied to the atomizer, causing the oil to heat up and activate the cannabinoids and terpenes within the oil. These Weed Vapes will create the vapor that you inhale through the cartridge mouthpiece.

Button-Activated

Some push-button oil vaporizers will also feature voltage settings. This just means that you can control the voltage of your cartridge to change the type of vapor your oil creates, whether that be harsh or wispy. 

Oil Vaporizer Key Features

• Voltage Settings 

Some oil vaporizers will have variable voltages, while others will have a set voltage. On our product specifications tab of product pages, you'll be able to see the voltage range of a 510 battery if there is one. In general, 3.7V would be a middle range and is also the most common. However, others go above 4V and will be able to pump out much bigger clouds with less flavor from your oil, as well as volts below 3 for very wispy clouds that have good flavor. 

• Battery Capacity 

The oil vaporizers we carry in our store have a mAh range of 350 to 1500. On a standard 510 battery, a 500mAh capacity will last about 200 puffs, which will last heavy users a few days of use. If you're a lighter user, you'll be able to stick to the more budget-friendly models, like the Tronian brand.

• Cartridge Capacity 

Any 510 battery that uses a submerged cartridge design will only be able to handle cartridges that are 1mL or 0.5mL sized as their opening won't fit 1.5mL or 2mL sized tanks. If you want to use larger tanks, you'll have to use a pen-style oil vaporizer that has the threading on the end of the vape so nothing is impeding the bigger tank.

• Dual Functionality 

If you want to use concentrates like wax in your oil vaporizer, we have two options in our shop: The G Pen Micro Plus, and the Pulsar Sipper. These two vapes will let you vaporize through both wax atomizers and oil cartridges very effectively. This means they are 510-thread cartridge compatible but also come with smaller atomizers that can be threaded onto the battery.

How much do oil cartridges cost? 

On average, a cart will cost somewhere between $30-$70.

If you want to save money, you'll be able to by making your own oils and filling our 510 Thread Vape Cartridges. You'll be able to refill them up to three times with any distillate or THC oil of your choice. For heavy users, we also offer discounts on bundles.

Why buy a 420 Battery Pen from us?

We've been around since 2016 and always try to use a customer-first approach. Here at Tools420, we only carry the Best Vape Pens, including top brands like CCELL, Tronian, Pulsar, and GPEN.

If you have any questions about the oil vaporizers we have for sale, feel free to talk to us on our site's live chat feature or email us at [email protected], and we will get back to you as quickly as we can!

If you need some more help deciding which 510 battery to buy, be sure to check out our list of the Best Vape Pens where you'll be able to see more photos and specs on the devices that you're interested in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a dry herb vaporizer and an oil vaporizer?

Dry herb vaporizers are made to only be used with ground dry herb, while oil vaporizers use vape cartridges filled with oil.

How does an oil vape high compare to a dry herb vape?

An oil vape high will last less time, but the effects will come on much sooner. If you only have a few inhales, you'll also be consuming less THC compared to a dry herb vaping session.

How do I know when my oil is done vaping?

You'll know that your cartridge is done or starting to expire when it either has no more oil in it or if it begins to discolor after being left out in heat or direct sunlight.

What temperature should I use for vaping oils?

A good voltage for most oil cartridges is 3.8V, which will give you a good combination of flavor and cloud production.

What kind of cleaning is needed for an oil vape? 

The only part you'll have to clean on an oil vaporizer is your mouthpiece and the 510-threading connection with an alcohol wipe.