The wonders of the dabbing world do not seem to seize, and here we are looking at tiny, shiny balls and wondering how they can be so helpful. If you were fascinated by the amber shaded sticky dabs or the glass-like texture of shatter, you would be absolutely blown away by how much the pearls can do. 

Cannabis concentrates offer new insight into the already popular world of green buds and takes the potency and the high to new spectrums. But if you saw a spinning pearl in a banger while dabbing, you'd probably be surprised and curious as all of us. I was just as clueless as you when I first discovered the revolving beads, but fascination led me through the doors of discovery, and I was mesmerized by the mechanism of terp pearls. 

Let's demystify the definition, mechanism, and working of terp pearls.

What are Terp Pearls?

Terp Pearls, also known as Dab Pearls or Banger Beads, are not just aesthetically looking round objects but have a crucial task to fulfil. The tools and techniques of dabbing have evolved over the years to provide a more smooth and seamless smoke, a more potent hit, and even more flavour and terpene preservation. It is not only about cranking to the highest temperature and inhaling. There is an emotion, a science, and expert technique attached to the activity of dabbing. 

Terp Pearls are small balls that circle in the banger, allowing the user to opt for low-temperature dabbing. The constant spinning spreads the heat, cooling down the concentrate and preserving the terpenes. They are made of quartz, borosilicate glass, or even ruby, with a 4-6mm thickness. 

How does the Terp Pearl work?

It's fascinating to wonder how the addition of simple pearls can alter the dabbing game so much. If you want to accentuate your dabbing session without much effort, terp pearls are the answer! These are essentially small smalls that spin around in the banger as you take a hit. We have already mentioned how their presence enhances the terpene profile and flavour. Let's look at how they work to do so. 

As the world of cannabis concentrates opened up, interested canna-sseur started exploring more into sticky wax and dabs. Soon enough, they realized that blazing on a hot nail or surface might lead to a cloud of smoke, but was taking away a lot from the flavour. And let's face it, it is not always about the smoke. The tantalizing flavour, the overpowering terpenes profile, and the smooth aromatic smoke is all a part of the experience that leads to a wonderful high. 

As people started looking for low-temperature dab ways, dabbers had trouble with the tiny time frame offered to smoke the dab at the ideal temperature. I mean, none of us like to rush through the session. E-nails helped with the situation but led to a stubborn, gooey residue that took ages to clean and get rid of. As necessity turned to invention, the dab pearls made an appearance, fulfilling the long desire to dab till the last drop at low temperature. 

The terp pearls swirl inside the banger, distributing the concentrate over the entire surface. As the dab gets scattered, the heat is also more evenly spread. It allows the concentrate to evaporate without any urgency, retaining the flavour profile.  

If you're not impressed with the flavour profile, wait till you encounter the monstrous clouds of vapour and the fun of watching them spin in the banger. It's a beauty to behold!

The flavour-saving tech engulfs all the terpenes and dabs and gives you the ultimate experience of cannabis concentrates. 

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How to use Terp Pearls?

There is no end to the inventive nature of the stoner. The banger beads are so simple to use that by the end of it, you'd be in awe of the whole mechanism. 

Place the terp pearls at the bottom of the nail while it is still at room temperature. Heat the nail from the bottom along with the terp pearls. Once you have reached the highest temperature, let the nail cool for a few seconds to achieve the ideal temperature low-temp dab. 

Once your nail is at a favourable temperature, use a dab tool to place the sticky concentrate and cover it with a carb cab. The general consensus says that a vortex carb cap (also known as a spinning carb cap) works the best. You can also try directional carb caps, trunk carb caps, or any other that works well for you. 

Now, it's time to inhale the goodness of the potent wax. As you draw in vapour, the airflow from the hole in the carb cap makes the beads swirl, doing its magic of distributing heat and concentrate. 

The Different Types of Terp Pearls

There are many different types and sizes of banger beads that help to get the deed done. 

Borosilicate

We have all heard about borosilicate glass being as durable as Thor's hammer, and they are a pretty neat solution. As a banger bead, they work well to provide enough surface area and spin around to vaporize. However, borosilicate glass is not known for its heat-retaining capabilities and might change shape or melt under intense heat.

Ceramic

 

Ceramic Dab Pearls are known to provide a captivating flavour with more heat retention than borosilicate pearls. However, they are a little hard to maintain and can be pretty fragile given the nature of work they are entrusted with. 

Quartz

Quartz seems like the go-to choice for most dabbers as it is highly applauded for better heat retention and flavour preservation. They are also pretty simple to clean and present themselves as being resistant to thermal shock. 

Sapphire & Ruby

Sapphire & Ruby Pearls are the OG of the Banger Bead town. With their high heat retention and flavour delivery, they have made quite a space in the heart of dabbers. Make sure you never drop them in alcohol while they are hot, as the thermal shock may crack the precious bead. 

SiC

Silicon carbide is a new addition to the list but has quickly travelled to the best beads list. They look similar to a small metal ball and have a high heat resistance as well as thermal shock resistance. Not to mention, they are easy to clean and come back looking brand new!

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Cleaning Terp Pearls - How do we maintain it?

 

A cleaner accessory means a cleaner dabbing session! 

Your terp pearls need to be cleaned and maintained after every dab. A shiny dab pearl will help to retain the flavour better, giving a delectable hit every time. It's pretty simple to clean a terp pearl.

Once you are finished with the blazing session, allow the pearl and the nail to cool down a bit to avoid burning yourself. With the help of tweezers, remove the dab pearls from the nail & place them in alcohol. Swirl them around until the residue melts, and then wipe them clean. To avoid any accidents, make sure they are completely dry before being used again. 

We are at the end of our article on Terp Pearls. If you have any questions, feel free to comment below and we will get back to you!