Oil pens work by heating concentrated oil or liquid to create vapor that is then inhaled.
An oil pen, often referred to as a vape pen, is a discreet and portable device designed for vaporizing cannabis oil, THC oil, CBD oil, or other concentrates. Unlike traditional smoking, which involves combustion, oil pens heat the material to a temperature that turns it into a vapor without burning it.
The fundamental operation revolves around a battery, a heating element (often called an atomiser or coil), and a chamber or cartridge holding the oil.
Key Components of an Oil Pen
Most oil pens consist of a few core parts:
- Battery: This is the power source for the device. Modern oil pens typically use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.
- Cartridge or Chamber: This holds the oil or concentrate. Cartridges are often pre-filled and disposable, while chambers might be refillable.
- Heating Element (Atomizer/Coil): This component receives power from the battery and generates heat.
- Mouthpiece: The part you inhale from.
The Vaporization Process
The process begins when the user activates the device, usually by pressing a button or simply inhaling if it's an auto-draw pen. This sends power from the battery to the heating element.
Here's how the magic happens:
- The user activates the pen, powering the heating element.
- As the heating element heats up, it comes into contact with the THC oil or concentrate stored in the cartridge or chamber.
- The heat causes the THC oil or concentrate to vaporize, releasing a cloud of vapor containing THC, cannabinoids, and terpenes.
- The user inhales this vapor through the mouthpiece.
This heating process is precisely controlled to reach the vaporization point of the cannabinoids and terpenes without combusting the plant material or oil, resulting in a smoother experience compared to smoking.
Advantages of Using Oil Pens
- Portability: Small and easy to carry.
- Discreetness: Produces less odor and visible "smoke" (it's vapor).
- Convenience: Pre-filled cartridges are ready to use; refillable pens are simple to load.
- Temperature Control: Some advanced pens allow users to adjust the heating temperature.
In essence, an oil pen efficiently converts liquid or concentrated material into inhalable vapor using a battery-powered heating element.
