eNails & eRigs (Electronic Nails and Dab Rigs)

The History of eRigs

eRigs did not hit the market only until the first half of 2010 after the first Puffco Peak was sold.

That said, the Puffco Peak Smart Dab Rig pioneered the eRig platform. We can still remember the first time it was unveiled – nobody knew what it was, nobody knew what it could do. It looked like a contraption that allowed the use of a water filter in a battery-operated unit. It combined the elements of some of the best platforms in the industry; it had the portability of a compact unit, the power of a desktop vaporizer, and the purity known only to desktop rigs, and it vaporized wax concentrates.

We first dubbed it the portable dab rig until it later earned the moniker eRig.

Before the monthly iterations and the different versions offered by the Puffco Peak, all it provided the consumers was a new means of consuming wax concentrates. It was safer, it was easier. Old rigs used for wax concentrates at that time relied on the use of heated nails, bangers, and domes. They were heated with the use of a blow torch that was harder to wield the more you got medicated – for obvious reasons. Moreover, traditional rigs offered inconsistent and often inaccurate results when it comes to the actual running temperature. Many consumers relied on different means to get a feel of the temperature level. These include having to set up thermometers, having to rely on setting a specific time before one puts the dab in the banger or even go as far as having to place their hands at the top of the bowl so they can feel the heat and make a decision based on guesswork whether or not it’s now time to put the wax concentrates in. With the eRigs, we all had a guided path to using correct temperature settings to the wax concentrates we so painstakingly consume.

Since then, many other eRigs have been released and almost any other manufacturer wanted their fair share of the market that covered the eRigs in the industry. Big names like Dr. Dabber came out with the Dr. Dabber Switch. Vaporizer manufacturer veteran Pulsar came with their own – the Pulsar RöK Portable Oil Rig. Other companies followed suit like Focus V Products with their Focus V Carta as well as KandyPens with their Oura.

Puffco knew that soon, everybody would want in. So, they had to devise a solution and an answer.

Puffco didn’t want to fix what wasn’t broken so they kept the Puffco Peak the way it was. Since the Puffco Peak pioneered the platform, they decided to stick with this product. What came next was a reconnaissance of all sorts. Instead of having to come up with a new product, all they had to do was to redesign one. The revamped Puffco Peak gave way to a few more others that followed in its path. From its sleek and stealthy beginnings, the Puffco Peak started to wear loud and proud colors. Other eRigs on the market maintained a low-key design language and the only device we’ve seen that was bold enough to match the moves made by the Puffco Peak was the Carta Vape Rig. Fast forward to today, eRigs have shown they’ve come a long way with the introduction of some of the newer addition to the platform. 

Should You Use an eNail?

Wax concentrates can be consumed through various platforms. However, using eNails can be one of the most rewarding means of consuming your favorite extracts and can even be one of the best investments you can get if you’re into consuming extracts on the daily.

Here are a few things to consider to find out if dabbing with an eNail is right for you.

1. You like taking dabs anytime during the day.

If you’re the kind who likes taking dabs throughout the day (and have the tolerance to handle it), then it’s an obvious sign that you need a device as dependable and as reliable as an eNail. eNails offer fast and reliable means of heating your wax concentrates. That’s because they use the power of electricity that’s almost readily available in every household.

Need to take a dab in the morning, take your eNail with you in the kitchen. Plug it in the wall outlet and set it next to your coffee machine and take your dabs together with your cup of joe. How about a few pulls in the afternoon? Plug your eNail to a power socket in your living room and take a few hits while you watch your favorite Netflix series. Nightcaps? Plug your eNail to the power outlet next to your bedside table to enjoy a good night’s rest.

Dabbing all day is made easy since eNails require very little planning, arrangement, and preparation. Just assemble the nail and dab away.

2. Doing away with butane.

Many of us consumers are old enough that we were dabbing since the golden age of butane blowtorches. And those who are, know the pain and pitfalls of using butane for your dabs. Sessions cut short because you’ve run out of butane and things that are much worse, the flame can sometimes spray out because of excess air in the tank. So, if you’re doing away with traditional dabbing methods and are dumping the use of butane in consuming wax concentrates, investing in an eNail may just well be the best option for you.

Again, all there is to it is to plug the eNail to a wall socket and off to the races you go.

3. Temperature consistency.

As we’ve covered above, temperature plays a vital part in vaporization. eNails will often have a means for you to monitor and regulate the temperature settings of which you are running your dabs. This allows you to get precise results in terms of your targeted high. Manually checking the temperature by hand will not only give you an incorrect and inconsistent reading but might also cause you to burn your hands in the process since you will most likely have to place your palms in close proximity to the heating element. Others may even refer to time-specific methods and wait for a certain amount of time to allow the banger or the heating element to cool down. However, much like placing your palm over the heating element, this gives you more of an inconsistent and an incorrect reading because the temperature in the room (whether you use air conditioning or not) will affect the overall quality and consistency of the heat of the banger and will affect the time it takes for it to cool down.

That said, no other method of heating and consuming wax concentrates is as precise and as accurate as using a digital eNail. All you need to do is to plug it, flip the switch, dial in your preferred temperature level, and you’re good to go. You’ll enjoy reliable and consistent temperature levels every single dab.

If you find in any of these criteria, we strongly suggest you invest in an eNail. And, when buying eNails online, make sure to check out VapeActive. We’re the best place to look for portable dab rigs, eRigs, and eNails online. We get our eNails directly from the manufacturers so you know they’re original and authentic. We do not carry counterfeit products so you can be sure that you’re getting the best your money can buy. Make every penny count, make it VapeActive.

How to Choose the Right eNail

You may have already decided that it’s time you get yourself an eNail. But how do you choose the right eNail for you? Well, there are tons of YouTube videos and online blogs that will draw you into buying their products. Vloggers paid to advertise and endorse particular devices will more often than not come up with engaging pros coupled with acceptable and justifiable cons that would make you buy their eNails. But in the end, the decision belongs to you and the specific factors that revolve around your lifestyle that will influence your decision making when buying an eNail.

So, here are a few tips you should consider when choosing your next eNail.

1. Buy from a respected brand.

One of the best things you should look into when shopping for your next eNail is the brand. It takes more than just good marketing to build a good name, so, make sure to check the brand before you splash the cash. Here at VapeActive, we carry eNails from some of the biggest brands like Pulsar that guarantee superior overall quality compared to eNails from other cheap and unreliable brands. One of the reasons why going for a respected eNail brand means that you’re buying an eNail made with high-quality raw materials and an eNail (or any vaping device for that matter) is only as good as the raw materials and the components used to make it.

2. Read descriptions.

When choosing an eNail, make sure to read the product description. You may also refer to product videos and other forms of media that will give you an idea of what you’re getting into. Nobody wants to make an expensive mistake, so, make sure to always find a way to understand what the product has to offer and what benefit you can get from it wither by reading online descriptions or video reviews. Our website is littered with tons of information that will allow you to know the ins and outs of the eNail you’re eyeing. We produce original and unbiased product descriptions that you can use to help you make an informed decision. Descriptions on eNail product pages will allow you to check whether or not it will make for a good addition to your arsenal and if it will fit your lifestyle.

3. Buy from a respectable seller.

One of the reasons why many consumers sometimes settle for cheap alternatives is because of the lack of stock when it comes to the availability of the products they are after. It’s true that many of the best products on the market sell really fast leaving consumers with very few options. Here at VapeActive, we always keep our warehouses stocked with eNails directly from the source.

So, make sure to get your vaping needs only here at VapeActive!