510 Cartridges: Selecting the Proper Hardware

     Selecting the proper hardware for filling cartridges is an important step in the vape formulating process. The most common type of cartridges are the 510 style, named for the standard threading used on their base; they have become the industry standard due to their effectiveness and ease of use.

     The first and most important factor to consider is the quality of the materials used to manufacture the cartridge. The presence of heavy metals in 510 cartridges can pose serious health risks to consumers. Heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and arsenic can leach into the cannabis oil during the manufacturing process and can be inhaled when the cartridge is used. These heavy metals can accumulate in the body over time and can cause serious health issues, including neurological damage, organ damage, and cancer. It is essential to ensure that 510 cartridges are free of heavy metals to protect the health and safety of the user. Nearly all of the counterfeit cartridge products available across the internet contain below standard quality cartridges that greatly increase the risk of heavy metal exposure. These products should be avoided at all costs.

     The second factor to consider is the viscosity of the oil. Cannabinoids vary greatly in viscosities, and it is important to select hardware that is compatible with the specific viscosity of the oil being used. If the hardware is not compatible with the viscosity of the oil, it may cause leaking or burning which will impact the taste and decrease the performance. Typically the acetate cannabinoids such as D9-THC-O, D8-THC-O, or HHC-o have extremely low viscosity compared to cannabinoids such as D8-THC or HHC. You may need to alter your cannabinoid mix or terpene ratio to allow proper flowing in different devices/cartridges.

     The third factor to consider is the volume of the cartridge being filled. Different cartridges have different capacities, and it is important to select hardware that is capable of filling the specific volume of the cartridge being used.