Tips In Choosing The Correct Herb Grinders

By Lisa Kelly


A lot of individuals use herb, marijuana, or weed for therapeutic purposes so it is imperative that many of them also seek for grinders that they can use. However, many also do not realize that there are a lot of these things that can be a threat to their health. The cheap ones that you may come across in petrol stations and head shops may even be dangerous.

Because there are many of these things that you can pick from, it is vital for you to be able to know what you need to look for when you are going to buy one. There are many important considerations that one needs to keep in mind when choosing herb grinders. The following paragraphs will provide information on the things that you might need to look for when buying one.

First is considering the material from which it is going to be made of. Generally, grinders are made of three types of materials namely, acrylic or plastic, wood, and metal. Of course there are pros and cons for each material so you might to check that out before you settle for buying one because it is cheaper or because it looks pretty.

One of the most important parts of a shredder is its teeth as it is the one responsible for all the work. Plastic crushers have teeth made of plastic, woods commonly have nails, while metals commonly have aluminum. Choose the one with the most durable teeth that will not break or rust easily so as to get value for your money and to avoid contamination on the ground product as this are dangerous.

Another thing concerning the teeth on such equipment is its number, size, and shape. Most shredders would have about 50 teeth, while other ones would have 25 or so of the same size and in a diamond shape. Choosing one with more teeth as well as with the best size and shape can contribute to the grinding process to give you better ground herb.

While some may have the common circular shaped holes, others also have oval shaped ones. These holes are important because they are the ones who will let the herb fall to the second compartment. This is why picking the right shape is vital because if you choose one with a poor shape or pattern, there is a tendency that there will be more unground material to fall to the next compartment.

You should also check for magnets on the lid of both compartments which composes the grinder. This is because there is a tendency for the lids to pop off while grinding which may spill the herb, so the magnets will be vital in keeping them together. Look for one with strong magnets that are also strongly attached so as to keep them from becoming loose in the long run.

Most have also incorporated a dash of style and design to most grinders to cater to many individuals. There are manufacturers who have placed handles on them to allow for easier grip while there are also those who came up with removable screens. Choose one that will not only be stylish but will make the grinding process easier.

And even when they seem little, extras such as pollen scrapers or bags that come along the tool is also something you need to take note of. Choose ones that comes with a couple scrapers for extra in case you lose the first one you have been using. Bags will not only help you carry the equipment everywhere but also protects it from being dents or scratches especially when not in use.




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