This guide covers glass and hardware for use with legal products only, in line with your state's laws. TAG makes no health claims about any material you choose to use.
Who does not like accessories? How about accessories that help prolong the life of your gear? Now we are talking.
Whether your taste is for legal herbs or concentrates, you are going to be using gear and pipes that are continually subjected to some pretty high temperatures. You might also have noticed after consistent use that there is some reclaim stuck in your pipe that does not look like fun to get at.
When it comes to pipes and dab rigs there are multiple accessories that can be added, but some require joints or connections that are not already native to your piece. Sounds like a mess, does it not? Not to worry. There is a piece out there designed to make your setup a lot more enjoyable without any added stress. More commonly used with dab rigs, this piece works for both.
Enter the Dab Rig Drop Down! Let us lay out why you seriously want to keep this accessory with your gear.
Multi-Function
When we say this piece can do it all, we are not exaggerating. The dab rig drop down is a must-have accessory for anyone serious about legal herb and concentrate. This adapter can be attached to a water pipe or a dab rig. That already makes it great for those who use both. Maybe you are browsing for new accessories and cannot remember if you need male or female joints. A dab rig drop down often has connections for both, which makes it a no-brainer.
Live Long and Prosper
Pipes and dab rigs are typically made of one safe, amazing material: glass. While you can get accessories and other parts in varied materials, the core of your equipment is going to be made from glass. Glass can be fragile, especially when you use it regularly at the temperatures you need for a good draw.
This is where the drop-down shines. It serves as a buffer between the joint and nail, keeping excessive heat away from that delicate area. Heat stress builds from overuse and can be accelerated when a wayward torch is not as focused on the nail as it should be. In the long run the drop-down will also save you money by keeping you from replacing your pieces on a regular basis. If you use your setup daily, it is a good investment.
Reclaim
Catching reclaim keeps your rig clean and operational, and it collects that residue in one place instead of leaving it caked inside your glass. When you apply a drop-down to your rig you can attach a reclaim bucket to collect the reclaim (or just buy our drop-down and reclaim combo piece). With a place to go, the residue will not hang around inside your rig or pipe causing build-up that is a pain to clean off. Instead of washing it down the sink or letting it gum up your joints, let the drop-down do the dirty work for you.
Look Me in the Eye
Another really nice reason to get your hands on a drop-down is that it makes your nail easier to see. This might not sound like a big deal, but if you are new to the setup or find yourself getting into a rhythm from frequent use, the nail can wander from your line of sight. By not keeping an eye on your nail you might point your torch at the wrong thing, which leads to the heat stress mentioned above. If you can see what you are doing, you are more likely to do it right.
Many nails rely on their users to notice color changes to gauge temperature. Use a nail that is too cold and you wind up with pudding-like concentrate. Too hot and your concentrate turns to vapor and drifts away before you have a chance to draw. By being where you can see it, you will save yourself a few headaches.
Saving Money, One Draw at a Time
You might think you can enjoy your setup without a drop-down. You would be right, of course, but you might find your wallet getting thinner as time goes on.
We have told you the drop-down protects your rig from heat stress. Never underestimate how costly it can be when critical parts of your pipe or dab rig shatter from being too hot. Heat stress is not something you notice right away. It builds up over time and often catches users unaware. There is nothing more disappointing than reaching for your piece only to find the joints are cracked and you do not have a backup. That really takes the fun out of the whole thing.
A drop-down is an optional accessory that you do not have to have to enjoy the hobby. It will, however, make things easier and more productive. You really cannot go wrong.