What to do when your vape pen cartridge has no airflow
Since the days when smoking marijuana meant rolling a doobie, we’ve come a long way. A vape pen cartridge is now the preferred method of delivery. Because of their ease-of-use and perceived safety, cannabis vape pens are becoming more popular than smoking. However, sophisticated vaping methods can lead to more difficult technical problems. You are not the only one who has ever tried to squeeze your vape pen but had no airflow. It’s easy to fix vape airflow problems. We’ll show you how to fix common problems with vape pen cartridges.
How to spot common problems with vape airflow
There could be many reasons why your light is on, but nobody is home. (i.e., air isn’t flowing freely from your vape)
Vape pen cartridge clogged
Vape pen cartridges can get clogged if the tiny airflow holes become blocked with oily residue. Removing the cartridge from your vape pen and using a needle to gently poke the needle through the airflow holes until any oily residue is gone is a simple fix. Important note: This is not always possible with disposable vape pen/cart combos. The cartridge won’t come off unless there are tools to manipulate it.
The clog could not be caused by the airflow holes. To check if the obstruction is causing the clog, place a safety pin around your mouthpiece and try to remove it manually. Don’t overfill the cart. This is called “spitting” and it’s when hot droplets shoot out of the cart. Do not leave the device unattended for too long.
Incorrect airflow setting
It is crucial to ensure your oil flows freely by setting the airflow settings correctly. The airflow holes in a vape pen cartridge must be closed when filling it. The airflow holes must be completely closed when the vape pen cartridge is being used. Too hard inhalation can cause flooding. This can lead to airflow and leakage problems. Take a deep breath and relax.
Too tight a twist on the vape cartridge
Over-zealous twisting of the cart to close the airflow holes can cause it to be filled. If the airflow holes are in the threading area of the cartridge, it is not possible to screw the cartridge too tightly. Reattach your cartridge to the vape battery.
Oil viscosity
Oil viscosity does not directly relate to airflow. However, oil viscosity problems are often confused with airflow issues.Different oils and concentrates can have a lower or higher viscosity. Thicker oils require more time to heat up. We recommend that thicker oils be preheated for a few seconds prior to taking a bite. The same thing happens when maple syrup is stored in the fridge. A chillier day can cause slightly thicker oil viscosity to your vape. Let the oil warm up before you begin pulling vapor.
How to diagnose a cartridge with no airflow
You start troubleshooting the problem by first checking to make sure it is not an airflow issue. Oftentimes, the reason why your vape cartridge isn’t producing vapor can be related to your voltage/wattage/temperature setting. Make sure that you follow the voltage/wattage/temperature setting as recommended by the manufacturer of the cartridge and the concentrate. A low wattage may cause the concentrate to not vaporize as fast as the wick. If you have a device that has variable wattage, increasing the wattage will fix this problem.
How do I clear my vape cartridge of clogs?
The cart may be clogged if the problem is not related to temperature, voltage, or wattage. This is how you can clear your vape cartridge:
- Find the airflow holes.
- Verify that the holes are not open.
- You can gently clean them if they are clogged with residue.
- You should check if the holes are blocked by other components (often the cart).
- Make sure your vape is assembled in a way that doesn’t block the airflow holes.
Why must I pull so hard on my vapes?
You might be pulling on your vape pen too hard. When you vape, the wicks absorb more concentrated energy than can be vaporized by the coil. Excessive oil can flood the tank and block the airflow holes. Take your vape pen apart and clean the threading of the battery, tank, air holes and mouthpiece. You can then reassemble your device and inhale slowly, but not too hard.We hope this guide will help you keep your cannabis vape cartridge working so that you can enjoy your favorite cannabis products. So visit your nearest Albany cannabis dispensary to buy cannabis cartridges and enjoy. If this guide helps you maintain your cannabis vape cartridge or you have any other way to keep the airflow, do let us know in the comment section below.