Why Carb Cap Type Matters
A carb cap isn’t just an add-on — it controls how air moves through your quartz banger, which directly affects flavor, vapor density, and how evenly your concentrate melts.
Different carb cap styles create different airflow patterns. That’s why choosing the right one can completely change how your dabs hit.
Directional Carb Caps — Total Airflow Control
What they do:
Directional carb caps let you aim airflow inside the banger, pushing melted concentrate toward the hottest areas of the surface.
Why they hit better:
Instead of your concentrate sitting in one spot, directional airflow spreads heat evenly, helping you vaporize more material with less waste.
Best for:
- Everyday dabbers
- Flat-top quartz bangers
- Users who want control without complexity
Directional caps are perfect for dialing in smooth, consistent hits without needing terp pearls.
Spinner Carb Caps — Built for Maximum Flavor
What they do:
Spinner carb caps force air through angled ports, creating a vortex that spins terp pearls inside the banger.
Why they stand out:
Spinning pearls constantly move oil across the hot surface, preventing hot spots and burning while maximizing vapor production.
Best for:
- Low-temperature dabbing
- Flavor chasers
- Pairing with quartz bangers and terp pearls
Spinner caps shine when efficiency and terp preservation are the priority.
Bubble Carb Caps — Simple, Reliable, Effective
What they do:
Bubble carb caps create gentle, restricted airflow that lowers pressure inside the banger, allowing concentrates to vaporize at lower temperatures.
Why people love them:
They’re easy to use, forgiving, and effective — especially for beginners or cold-start dabs.
Best for:
- New dabbers
- Cold-start sessions
- Standard quartz bangers
Bubble caps are proof that simple design can still deliver excellent results.
Which Carb Cap Should You Choose?
Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Want control? → Directional carb cap
- Chasing flavor? → Spinner carb cap
- Want easy, no-stress dabs? → Bubble carb cap
Each style works best when matched with the right quartz banger and dab temperature.
Final Takeaway
Directional, spinner, and bubble carb caps all do the same job — but in very different ways.
Choosing the right one means:
- Better vapor
- Better flavor
- Less wasted concentrate
Small accessory. Big difference.
Complete your dab setup with carb caps, quartz bangers, and dabber tools from The Encore Collection.
