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Solventless vape cartridges are becoming increasingly popular among cannabis users who are looking for a cleaner and more natural method of consumption. These cartridges are made without the use of solvents, such as butane or ethanol, which can be harmful to the environment and your health. Here’s how you can make your own solventless vape cartridges:
1. Choose your starting material
The first step in making solventless vape cartridges is to choose your starting material. You’ll want to pick a strain of cannabis that has a high resin content, as this will give you a better yield of oil. Some popular strains for making solventless concentrates include Girl Scout Cookies, OG Kush, and Sour Diesel.
2. Extract the resin
Once you have your starting material, you’ll need to extract the resin from the plant material. There are a few different methods you can use to do this, but the most popular is probably rosin pressing. This involves pressing the cannabis buds between two heated plates, which causes the resin to ooze out and collect on parchment paper.
3. Purify the resin
The resin you’ve extracted from your cannabis will contain various plant compounds, including terpenes, flavonoids, and cannabinoids. While these compounds can all contribute to the flavor and effects of your vape cartridge, they can also cause it to become cloudy or clog up the cartridge. To remove these impurities, you can use a process called winterization. This involves dissolving the resin in ethanol or another solvent, then freezing it to separate out the waxes and other plant matter.
4. Add a carrier oil
Once you’ve purified your resin, you’ll need to mix it with a carrier oil to make it suitable for use in a vape cartridge. MCT oil (medium-chain triglyceride oil) is a popular choice, as it’s flavorless and has a low viscosity, which makes it easy to vape. You’ll want to add enough carrier oil to achieve the desired consistency for your vape cartridge – typically somewhere between 30% and 50% oil by volume.
5. Fill your cartridges
The final step is to fill your vape cartridges with the oil you’ve created. You can use a syringe or a dropper to carefully fill each cartridge, being sure not to overfill it or let any air bubbles get trapped inside. Once your cartridges are filled, you can attach them to a compatible battery and start vaping!
Making your own solventless vape cartridges can be a fun and rewarding DIY project, and can save you money compared to buying pre-filled cartridges. However, it’s important to follow proper safety precautions when working with cannabis extracts, as they can be highly flammable and pose a fire risk. Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area, away from any open flames or sources of heat, and wear protective gloves and eyewear to avoid skin and eye irritation.