A cannabis oil rig is a water-filtered glass pipe built to vaporize cannabis concentrates — oils, waxes, shatter, and live resin — instead of flower. Often called a dab rig, it pairs a heated quartz banger or nail with a water chamber that cools the vapor before it reaches your mouth. If you already enjoy concentrates, a rig delivers cleaner flavor and smoother hits than a dry pipe.
Key Features
- Water chamber that cools vapor and softens harshness
- Quartz banger, titanium nail, or ceramic nail options
- Borosilicate or quartz glass body with a stable, weighted base
- Recycler and percolator designs for smoother, cooler draws
- Standard 10mm, 14mm, or 18mm joints that fit common accessories
- Compact mini rigs for travel and taller rigs for home sessions
- Works with carb caps, dab tools, and temperature readers
Materials & Specs
Most oil rigs are made from scientific-grade borosilicate glass or quartz, both selected for their resistance to thermal shock during repeated heating and cooling. Bangers and nails come in quartz for the truest flavor, titanium for durability and fast heating, ceramic for even heat, and electronic for set-and-forget temperature control. Joint sizes are typically 10mm, 14mm, or 18mm, so confirm compatibility with the bangers and caps you already own. Heights range from about 5 inches on mini rigs to 12 inches or more on larger home pieces. Clean with isopropyl alcohol and warm water, and replace the water after every session.
Shipping & Returns
Orders ship in discreet, plain packaging with no product details on the outside label. In-stock rigs usually leave the warehouse within one to two business days, and tracking arrives by email once the label is printed. Unused rigs in original packaging can be returned within the posted window, and pieces that arrive damaged are replaced after you send a photo of the packaging and the break. Check the product page for the current window and any state restrictions.
What is the difference between a cannabis oil rig and a regular bong?
A bong burns flower, while an oil rig vaporizes concentrates on a heated banger or nail. Rigs are typically smaller, with tighter airflow and less water so flavor survives the hit.
How do you use a cannabis oil rig?
Heat the banger, let it cool to your preferred temperature, then apply a small amount of concentrate with a dab tool and inhale slowly through the water chamber. Cap the banger to trap vapor and finish the hit cleanly.
Do you need a torch for a cannabis oil rig?
Not always. E-nails and electronic rigs hold a set temperature and are easier for beginners, while torch-and-banger setups cost less and give experienced users more control over heat.