What is a Cannabis Vape Cartridge?
Put simply, a cannabis vape cartridge is a small, pre-filled unit containing extracted cannabis oil designed for vaporization. Products in this category may vary in style and branding, but they typically follow a standard design formula. Most products are offered in the form of a small cylinder containing the following key parts:
Chamber – This section contains cannabis oil, which is prefilled in a specified quantity.
Atomizer – This is the cartridge’s heat source. The atomizer section is attached to the battery and produces heat when activated in order to vaporize the cannabis oil for inhalation.
Mouthpiece – This channel at the tip of the cartridge allows the patient to comfortably inhale vapor through the device.
(Please note that cartridges also require a battery in order to operate. Some units include a disposable battery, while others must be paired with a rechargeable battery, sold separately).
Berkshire Roots offers cannabis distillate cartridges that contain 5% botanically derived food-grade terpenes, creating a strain-specific flavor profile and full-spectrum strain-specific BHO that does not contain any added terpenes; only the preserved terpenes, cannabinoids, and flavonoids naturally found in cannabis.
Care and Storage
Store cartridges in an upright position; storing the cartridge horizontally can cause issues like leakage and clogs.
Store out of direct sunlight. Sunlight and other UV light sources can deteriorate cannabinoids and terpenes, potentially reducing potency.
Avoid extreme temperatures and excessive heat, for example, leaving the cartridge in a car on a hot day. The heat can deteriorate cannabinoids and terpenes, and the cartridge hardware itself.
Troubleshooting
Before trying anything else, ensure that your battery has a full charge. If the battery is getting low, there is a chance that it won't perform at its highest capacity. Even if you have a little bit of battery life, there most likely isn't enough charge to heat to the desired temperature.
Make sure the contact between the battery and the cartridge is level. Sometimes it can get jammed, which prevents the battery from working correctly. This needs to be done carefully and gently, as this area is generally delicate.
Look for residue. The battery contact may have a layer of old oil keeping the battery from working. If it's dirty, clean it with a little bit of isopropyl alcohol on the end of a Q-Tip and ensure it is completely dry before using.
Check the cartridge holes for residue or clogs. If you can see clogs in your cartridge, use a safety pin or other small object to clear the clog.
Warm the cartridge in your hands. Sometimes the oil gets more viscous and makes it hard to get much vapor when you take a puff.
Your battery may be at a low temperature when a higher one is required. Try turning the temperature up on the battery and trying again after a minute or two. If it ever starts to taste or smell burnt, turn the heat down.
We are always happy to assist with any cartridge troubleshooting! You can call us or bring the cartridge and/or battery into the store for in-person assessment.