An electric dab rig, or e-rig, is an electronic, temperature-controlled dabbing rig that can be used in place of a glass dab rig. E-rigs use either batteries or an electric outlet to provide a consistent temperature at which the concentrates are heated.

Using an e-rig is fairly simple: all you have to do is set the temperature on your e-rig, give it a couple minutes to heat up, and then add your cannabis concentrate.

If this is your first time using a new e-rig, some cannabis enthusiasts swear by seasoning the nail first, but only if the nail is made of quartz or titanium. Seasoning is not necessary if you use a ceramic or glass nail. To season the nail, heat it, cool it, then heat and cool it again. This process removes any residue from the manufacturing process. Some cannabis connoisseurs then coat the nail with an inexpensive concentrate first and heat it, letting that burn off before adding a prized concentrate like cannabis wax

Electric dab nails, or e-nails, are a great middle ground for those cannabis enthusiasts who have a dab rig already but prefer better temperature control. The e-nail replaces the banger in your traditional dab rig, so you can dab your cannabis concentrates at a precise temperature every time.

Using an e-nail is easy: just replace your existing banger or nail with your e-nail, and use your dab rig as usual. Let the e-nail come to the right temperature, add your concentrate, cover the e-nail with a carb cap, and enjoy.

Like mentioned above with electronic dab rigs, you may want to season your new e-nail as well when you first pull it out of the packaging by heating it and cleaning it to remove any factory residue. This process takes only a couple minutes and can make a big flavor difference.

We get a lot of questions about electric dab rigs and e-nails. Here are a few answers to our most frequently asked questions:

How are e-rigs different from dab rigs?
An e-rig is an electronic dab rig, meaning it uses electricity to heat the nail. A dab rig is a tool, much like a water pipe, that requires no electricity. Instead, you heat the concentrate with a butane torch.

Are e-rigs portable?
Absolutely. E-rigs for dabs come in all different shapes and sizes, from discrete, pocket-sized tools to larger, table top instruments.

Can I use an e-nail with an e-rig?
Yes, in fact, most e-rigs have e-nails built into them, so you don’t even have to purchase a separate e-nail.