Important Considerations In Buying Herb Grinders

By Lisa Kelly


Many people look for grinders that they can use for their herbs, weed, or marijuana. But there are many of these people who do not know how to look for high quality ones that do not endanger their health. Truth be told, those that you see in gas stations or head shops may not be as reliable as they seem because they can be dangerous.

Even when there is a huge variety of grinders that you can choose from, it is important that you thoroughly know the things that need to be considered when you want to purchase one. Much information about herb grinders such as material, value, and ability should be considered. The list below will provide you with some tips to follow so that you choose the best one for you.

There are three materials that a shredder can be made out of, wood, plastic, and metal. There are many advantages and disadvantages for all types of materials and it is up to you to determine which one suits you. Keep in mind that it is inconvenient for you to buy something because of its looks or because it is cheap.

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 that has something to do with its teeth is its size, shape, as well as the number that one has. Most would have 25 to 50 sets of teeth in a diamond shape, the shape which is the most commonly used. When looking for a grinder, find one that has many of these because the more that there is placed, the better the grinding of the herb will be.

The next thing that comes close to the teeth are hole patterns on the crusher. Most grinders would commonly have a circular hole pattern although others may also have a different one, such as an oval shaped pattern. These holes serve as the entry way for the crushed herb to go to the second compartment so pick one which minimizes the possibility of having improperly ground herb on your product.

Shredder lids should also have magnets on them, although there may also be others that will not. Ensure that you choose a shredder with properly attached magnets on both lids so as to prevent them from popping off. When shredding, there is a tendency for both the lids to come off and cause spillage which is why its vital to choose one that is sturdy.

Nowadays, grinders have also evolved from the conventional to more stylish and fit your lifestyle designs. Manufacturers have added handles for easier holding while there are also those who have made the screens removable for cleaning. Ensure that you choose one which does not sacrifice its performance for its design.

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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