Your first nectar collector session, explained
Nectar collectors are one of the easiest concentrate tools to learn. No loading a nail, no waiting for a rig to clear. Just heat the tip, dip, and inhale. Here's exactly how to do it with a silicone nectar collector.
What you need
A silicone nectar collector like the Eyce Collector, a titanium or quartz tip, a butane torch, concentrate in a heat-resistant dish (silicone or glass), and water for the filtration chamber.
Step-by-step instructions
- Add water: fill the filtration chamber with a small amount of water. Water cools and filters the vapor.
- Attach the tip: make sure the titanium or quartz tip is seated securely.
- Heat the tip: apply torch flame to the tip for 10–20 seconds. A tip heats faster than a full nail.
- Wait: let the tip cool for 15–30 seconds. Red-hot will combust your concentrate; warm-hot will vaporize it cleanly.
- Dip and inhale: while inhaling through the mouthpiece, touch the hot tip gently to your concentrate. Move slowly to control how much vaporizes.
- Exhale: the vapor has already passed through the water for filtration.
Tips for better sessions
Start with less concentrate than you think you need; a small dip goes further than expected. Keep the tip moving while dipping so it vaporizes evenly. Lower temperatures produce better flavor. Wipe the tip with a cotton swab between sessions for the cleanest flavor and easiest maintenance.
Remove the middle section of the Eyce Collector and it becomes a dry honey straw for on-the-go use. Pick up the Eyce Collector.
FAQ
Q: How do I know when the tip is the right temperature?
A: After torching, count 15–25 seconds. Then touch the tip to a tiny bit of concentrate. It should vaporize smoothly without sizzling or combusting.
Q: What's the right water level for a nectar collector?
A: Just enough to provide filtration. Too much water causes splash-back through the mouthpiece.
Q: Can I use a nectar collector without water?
A: Yes, but the hit will be harsher. Water filtration is what makes nectar collectors smooth enough for regular use.