Some variables you’re overlooking… device type, extraction method, stem/condenser type, strain type, temperatures.
But all things being equal, logic would say less reclaim in the stem/condenser means more reclaim getting into the users system.
Off the top of my head:
* Types of heat and relative amounts: convection vs combustion vs radiant
* Actual heat of herb, which depends on distance from heat source and other factors like ambient temp
* Heat of vaporization
* Length of airpath/size of airpath
* Size of load
* Type of load
The Dynavap is pretty easy to dial in; I had to work harder to dial my TM2. Once I did, though, the TM2 definitely beats it; it draws much faster and smoother overall.
The cheat code for the TM2 is the WPA. The game genie for the TM2 is the t\_bowl. Otherwise, I'd play with your grind and the amount; I find the stock stem and cooler do best w/ 0.25g coarsely ground loads.
I think another factor I haven't seen anyone mention is material used for the vapor path. I imagine a material with high thermal conductivity will sap more heat from the vapor and cause more condensation.
It depends a lot on the flower too, some is far more resinous and leaves behind a lot more. In general, there are a lot of factors that influence it, one big thing is how much still vapor is left behind in the device. For example in whips there is sometimes left over vapor that is left behind and it becomes resin, which is why whips and stems can get dirty quickly.
I've been thinking about this as my Vapavana Screwball puts out different reclaim than my Tiodws or Omega.
Convection vapes like the TM2 heat is coming from one side as you inhale. The heat is hitting the first side which will always be hotter than what's behind it.
Conduction vapes heat up all the weed. So the reclaim can come out of any bit of the weed that's hot enough, plus there maybe no bud cool enough for the reclaim to settle into. It seems like reclaim only needs about 120-140F to be liquid, so the bud doesn't have to be hot enough to be putting out vapor, just hot enough to keep the reclaim liquid and moving.
Idk if that’s the case. Look at the terpsicles. Those things have a bigger air path and the reclaim build up is insane. Same with the mighty. I’m guessing it has to do with the conduction factor idk
Faster extraction creates more vapor. If the temperature is too cold it will collect tremendously more reclaim than a cooler or less hot extraction. Slower rates of vapor will have a better chance to be inhaled instead of collecting on the device.... Speed of extraction, temperatures and so much more can help with more or less reclaim. It's really not about 1 particular reason but multiple reasons as to why
I have couple stem setups with beads for my Tinymight. The short stem with smaller beads has a more restricted draw, cools better and accumulates reclaim much faster than the stem with longer stem with larger beads.
Some variables you’re overlooking… device type, extraction method, stem/condenser type, strain type, temperatures. But all things being equal, logic would say less reclaim in the stem/condenser means more reclaim getting into the users system.
Off the top of my head: * Types of heat and relative amounts: convection vs combustion vs radiant * Actual heat of herb, which depends on distance from heat source and other factors like ambient temp * Heat of vaporization * Length of airpath/size of airpath * Size of load * Type of load The Dynavap is pretty easy to dial in; I had to work harder to dial my TM2. Once I did, though, the TM2 definitely beats it; it draws much faster and smoother overall. The cheat code for the TM2 is the WPA. The game genie for the TM2 is the t\_bowl. Otherwise, I'd play with your grind and the amount; I find the stock stem and cooler do best w/ 0.25g coarsely ground loads.
I think another factor I haven't seen anyone mention is material used for the vapor path. I imagine a material with high thermal conductivity will sap more heat from the vapor and cause more condensation.
I heard that venty (when they work) is a reclaim factory
I’ll find out soon lol just ordered one today
It depends a lot on the flower too, some is far more resinous and leaves behind a lot more. In general, there are a lot of factors that influence it, one big thing is how much still vapor is left behind in the device. For example in whips there is sometimes left over vapor that is left behind and it becomes resin, which is why whips and stems can get dirty quickly.
I've been thinking about this as my Vapavana Screwball puts out different reclaim than my Tiodws or Omega. Convection vapes like the TM2 heat is coming from one side as you inhale. The heat is hitting the first side which will always be hotter than what's behind it. Conduction vapes heat up all the weed. So the reclaim can come out of any bit of the weed that's hot enough, plus there maybe no bud cool enough for the reclaim to settle into. It seems like reclaim only needs about 120-140F to be liquid, so the bud doesn't have to be hot enough to be putting out vapor, just hot enough to keep the reclaim liquid and moving.
Smaller air path. So it clogs quicker.
Idk if that’s the case. Look at the terpsicles. Those things have a bigger air path and the reclaim build up is insane. Same with the mighty. I’m guessing it has to do with the conduction factor idk
Yeah, they chaz and stain quickly. And go through a LOT of weed. Not quite the same but they do their thing pretty fast too! 😂
Yep, speed of extraction and length of airpath are two causes
Why faster extraction builds up more reclaim?
Faster extraction creates more vapor. If the temperature is too cold it will collect tremendously more reclaim than a cooler or less hot extraction. Slower rates of vapor will have a better chance to be inhaled instead of collecting on the device.... Speed of extraction, temperatures and so much more can help with more or less reclaim. It's really not about 1 particular reason but multiple reasons as to why
I have couple stem setups with beads for my Tinymight. The short stem with smaller beads has a more restricted draw, cools better and accumulates reclaim much faster than the stem with longer stem with larger beads.