How to Use a Dab Pen: A Beginner’s Guide to Wax Vaping.

 

Dab pens are one of the fastest, most potent ways to enjoy wax concentrates — but if you’re new to them, they can feel intimidating.

Don’t worry. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to use a dab pen the right way — including loading it, setting the temperature, and taking your first hit. Whether you're using a device like the Tronian Gammatron, Utillian 5, or Utillian 6, the process is similar.

What Is a Dab Pen?

A dab pen (aka wax vaporizer or wax pen) is a compact, battery-powered device designed to vaporize concentrated cannabis extracts — like wax, shatter, resin, or rosin.

Unlike dry herb vapes, dab pens are optimized for:

• Potency (high-concentration hits)

• Discretion (pocket-sized)

• Speed (rapid heat-up)

Step-by-Step: How to Use a Dab Pen

Step 1: Turn It On

Most pens use 5 quick presses of the power button to turn on. The LED will flash to indicate it’s active.

Step 2: Open the Chamber

Unscrew or slide off the mouthpiece to reveal the heating element (coil or bucket chamber).

Step 3: Load the Wax

Use a dab tool to scoop a small amount (about the size of a grain of rice) into the coil or chamber. Don’t overload — it’ll waste product and clog the pen.

 

💡 Tip: If your device includes a terp pearl or tool (like the Gammatron or Utillian 6), make sure it’s clean and centered.

Step 4: Adjust the Temperature

Most dab pens have 3–4 preset voltage levels. Start low (2.7–3.0V) for flavour, and go higher (3.3–3.7V) for bigger clouds.

Example Settings:

• Flavour: 2.7V

• Balanced: 3.0–3.3V

• Cloud-chasing: 3.5–3.7V

Step 5: Activate the Heat

Double-click the power button to start heating. Wait for the pen to vibrate or the LED to signal it’s ready.

Step 6: Inhale Gently

Take a slow, steady draw from the mouthpiece while the chamber is heated. Dab vapour is denser than herb — no need to rip hard.

What You’ll Need

• A dab pen (like the Utillian 5)

• A dab tool (usually included or built-in)

• Your concentrate (wax, resin, shatter, etc.)

• Optional: Isopropyl alcohol + Q-tips for cleaning

Aftercare: Clean It Right Away

After your session:

• Let the pen cool down

• Wipe the chamber with a Q-tip dipped in isopropyl alcohol

• Clear out any melted residue to avoid buildup

🧼 Regular cleaning = better flavour + longer coil life.

 

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake Fix Overloading wax Use less — you can always reload Inhaling too hard Gentle, steady pulls work best Using dirty coils Clean after every 1–2 sessions Running temp too high Start low and increase as needed

 

Our Favourite Dab Pens Right Now

Looking for the best dab pens in the UK? Here are our top picks:

🔹 Tronian Gammatron – Built-in tool + terp pearl

🔹 Utillian 5 – Big clouds, jumbo coil

🔹 Utillian 6 – Vortex airflow + ruby terp pearl

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