How To Clean A Nectar Collector/Dab Straw For Dabs | 2022 Update

What’s A Nectar Collector

Nectar collectors/Dab Straws are one of the best types of dab rigs for dabbing when it comes to portability and convenience. Comparing to dab rigs, nectar collectors are cheaper and more portable, and they are relatively more straightforward to use. Like other smoking tools, nectar collectors also need a good cleaning after using them for a while.

It is uneasy to clean a nectar collector for its intricate structure and portable size, so cleaning a nectar collector can be tough if you don’t know the best way to do.

At Puffingbird, we are always trying our best to create functional content on our Puffing Bird Wiki. So, we created this guide to show you the best way to clean a nectar collector.

Before we start, let’s prepare all the things we need for cleaning a nectar collector.

• Running Water
• Salt
• Isopropyl alcohol (91% or higher for best results)
• Plastic Bags/Containers
• Q-tips
• Pipe cleaners
• Paper towels
• Rubber Gloves (optional)

Cleaning a Nectar Collector in 7 Steps

1. Disassemble Your Nectar Collector

At first, you need to take your nectar collector apart, then you will notice that how dirty it real and it is easier to clean. There is one thing that is important to note is that separating all detachable pieces into different bags to prevent chips or cracks.

2. Mix Solution & Fill the Bags

Filled up the bags/containers with Isopropyl alcohol, and then add your salt and shake it for mixing well. Try your best to pour the solution into through the holes and hard to reach places.

3. Let the Nectar Collector Soak for an Hour

Let your nectar collector sit undisturbed for an hour. One hour is the minimum time to soak in the solution. If you can leave it that way overnight, that is even better and make your nectar collector cleaner and newer it looks.

4. Scrub It with Running Water

Cleaning your nectar collector under running water (make sure the water is room temperature) Sharp temperature changes can cause fractures in your Nectar Collector. The extreme temperature changes will cause glass and quartz to fracture or break.

5. Use Your Pipe Cleaners/Q-tips

Using your pipe cleaners or Q-tips to access tough spots and clean the residue or stubborn stains. While scrubbing with pipe cleaners, you also can soak your nectar collector into the solution at the same time.

6. Rinse it & Let Dry

When you are done soaking, rinsing every soaked piece of your nectar collector under running water for a few minutes. Inhaling alcohol fumes is very dangerous, please make sure that there is no leftover dirt particle or alcohol. And then you can dry your nectar collector with paper towels.

7. Recombine Your Nectar Collector

Finally, it’s time to recombine your nectar collector after it dry completely. You will be surprised at the results you get with this process. So what are you waiting for? Grab your time to enjoy this brand new nectar collector with your favorite concentrate.

In Conclusion

It is not so bothersome to clean your nectar collector at regular intervals. For your own healthy and good taste of your concentrate, you should keep cleaning your nectar collector at least every 6 months. This will also help your pieces last longer as well. At Puffingbird.com, we also provide a range of nectar collectors for you to choose from, check out our specific collection and get one as your daily driver.