Wax Pens

What are wax pens?

A wax pen vaporizer is any Concentrate Vaporizer pen that can use THC concentrates. They can also be called dab pens, shatter pens, or concentrate pens - These terms are all interchangeable since a dab is just another term for THC concentrate. Other kinds of concentrates you can choose to vaporize include shatter, live resin, and budder. Wax pens are relatively small and have either an atomizer or exposed coils for a heating element.  If you're just starting, you might be interested in checking out our list of the Best Dab Pens.

How much do wax pens cost?

Cheap Wax Pens start at around $50 which is one of the most affordable pens out there. Premium dab pens like the Utillian 5 top out at around $100. Either way, if you love concentrates, you will not be disappointed with these shatter pens. Our experts have tried out all of the wax pens we carry in our store so that you can be sure no matter what your budget is, you can pick up an excellent concentrate pen to enjoy. 

How do wax pens work?

Most wax pens work the same way by clicking a power button five times in a row. From there, simply load in your THC concentrate onto the primed heating element, or have it pre-loaded before you even turn the pen on, which is known as a 'cold load'. Either way, slide the mouthpiece back into place and press the power button to begin heating your coil or atomizer. The wax will begin to melt down and vaporize quickly so that you can instantly inhale.

How to clean a wax pen?

For the most part, wax pen maintenance is as easy as using a vape cleaning stick on your coil or ceramic atomizer after sessions while your resin is still hot. When your dab is still warm, it will still be very runny and easy for you to soak up and remove. Some of the cheaper dab pens will have more fragile quartz coils though, which might be better suited with either a burn-off cycle or an isopropyl alcohol soak whenever you begin to notice a decline in performance.

Features to Consider

The first thing to know when buying a wax pen vaporizer is knowing your budget.  Some other things to consider when buying your wax pen will include The heating system and materials, heat-up time, battery life, temperature options, and lastly portability. These key features can be seen on our wax pen product pages for you to compare and contrast.

Coils vs. Atomizers

A coil will provide faster heating and have bigger clouds but will be harder to maintain in the long run, whereas a ceramic bucket atomizer will heat slower, have better flavor, and also be much easier to clean.

Heat-Up Time

Most wax pens will have a heat-up time between 2-10 seconds, with coils heating faster than atomizers. Bucket-style atomizers take more time because of the heat transfer of the embedded coils to the bucket. However, this means that they are more beginner-friendly, as it will be harder to burn your dab or have an accidental scorching inhale. 

Voltage Control

Having multiple voltage settings can be important if some days you will want more flavor, or have big clouds on other days. Cheap wax pens will usually only have one voltage, whereas premium dab pens will have up to four different voltage settings.

Portability

If portability is important to you, make sure that you check out the size of the device on our specifications tab on our product pages to make sure that it will be compatible with your intended use. Some are on the bigger size and won't be as discreet in public or in your pocket!

Why buy a dab pen from Tools420?

Here at Tools420, we only bring on dab pens that we truly believe in based on extensive market research, community consensus, and our in-depth testing and reviewing. We've always had a customer-first approach and will only carry the best dab pens and shatter pens for you to shop. If you have any questions about any product that we carry in our store, you can also use our live chat feature to have a vaporizer expert get back to you as soon as possible. Should you have any problems during any stage of the shipping process, we will also be able to answer any questions you have by contacting us at [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Do concentrate vaporizers make your eyes go red?

The active compounds in THC dilate the blood vessels in your eyes and cause a bit of redness. However, having a harsher hit from a high voltage causes you to cough and worsen this effect. So, if you want to keep your eyes clear, try sticking to lower temperatures/voltages. 

Are dab pens bad for you?

Wax pens used with THC concentrates use vapor that is just a concentrated form of the cannabis plant, and produce vapor instead of smoke, which makes it much easier on the lungs compared to joints.

How to hit a dab pen?

To hit a wax pen, all that you'll need to do is fire up the atomizer for a few seconds and then inhale for between 3-5 seconds before exhaling. If you have access to a vape bubbler or bong, you'll also be able to inhale for even longer than that.

How do shatter pens compare to E-Rigs?

The main difference between Electrical Dab Rigs and Wax Pens is that Electric Dab Rigs are much bigger than wax pens. E-rigs often have much larger atomizers and batteries with some more user-friendly interfaces.

How do dab pens compare to carts? 

Dab pens hit much harder than cartridges, but are more difficult to clean and reload their chambers. You can read more about this comparison in our Dab Pen vs. Cart blog post.

Why do I cough when I smoke a dab pen?

If you find yourself coughing after hitting a wax pen, you can try either inhaling for less time or using a bubbler if possible. By inhaling gently, you can also find your sweet spot without burning your throat.

How long do shatter pen batteries last?

If you're a heavy user, you'll want to buy a wax pen with a good battery life with a battery size that's above 1000mAh. A wax pen with a good battery life will let you go multiple days without needing a recharge. This will make sure that you don't get left with a deadweight if you dab on the go. 

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