How to store a cannabis vape: 5 essential rules

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Avoid humidity

Moisture is the enemy of electronic devices. Prolonged exposure to high humidity can not only damage your vape by causing short circuits but also alter the composition of the vaping liquid. What’s more, it opens the door to bacterial growth and changes the viscosity of liquid extracts, which can result in blockage and leaks.

To protect your devices and products, monitor the humidity level in the areas where they’re stored. Basements, attics and bathrooms often see wide variations in humidity. Adjust the ventilation or use a dehumidifier as needed. Even locations that might seem less risky, like near a dishwasher or a faucet, can expose your devices to potentially harmful humidity.

We recommend storing your products in a stable environment with a relative humidity of between 45 and 65%. Simply controlling the humidity helps extend the life of your products and ensure a safer vaping experience.

Learn more about moisture levels in dried cannabis.

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Opt for a moderate, stable temperature

Neither too hot nor too cold, a temperate environment protects the quality of the extract and helps keep your device working properly.

Excessive heat can alter the cannabinoids and terpenes and make the vaping liquid more fluid, which increases the risk of leaks and can complicate inhalation. Conversely, excessive cold can make the extract thicker, slowing its transformation into an aerosol and placing unnecessary stress on the electronics.

To avoid these problems, choose a location protected from sources of extreme heat and cold, such as radiators, household appliances or inside a car. Ideally, you should store your vape at between 15 and 21 degrees Celsius (60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit), a range that maximizes the extract’s chemical stability and the device’s performance.

It's also important to avoid sudden temperature changes. If your device is too hot or cold, let it gradually return to room temperature before using it. This will help prevent condensation and keep the extract flowing properly.

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Store it upright

A good habit to adopt to extend the life of your vape is to store it upright. Doing so helps avoid several common problems, including leaks, unpleasant tastes and operating issues.

Storing a vape on its side for extended periods increases the risks of leakage through the mouthpiece. Any leaked liquid can seep into porous surfaces and stain fabrics, bags and furniture. The wick can also dry out, resulting in a bitter, irritating taste, known as a “dry hit,” the next time the device is used.

Chose a stable location where there’s no risk of the vape falling over – in a small glass, for example, a long or narrow container or the original packaging.

By storing it upright, with the mouthpiece pointing upward, you help ensure the wick stays moist, the liquid remains stable and the device functions properly. Upright storage also reduces the risks of blockage and waste.

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Store it in a safe place

Proper storage is not only about maintaining the product’s quality. It also makes everybody safer.

After each use, turn off your vape and, if it has a lock function, turn it on to avoid accidental startups.

Be sure to keep all vaping products out of the reach of children and pets. These products contain active substances that may be hazardous if handled, inhaled or ingested. If you don’t have access to an inaccessible place, protective cases with a latching mechanism or combination lock may provide an effective solution.

Store your cartridges and devices away from everyday food. To avoid confusion, you should ideally keep them in their clearly labelled original packaging.

Lastly, never use a battery that’s damaged, swollen or leaking. Such batteries should be disposed of safely at a designated drop-off point.

Taking the time to properly store your products is a way to protect those around you as well as your device and the user experience.

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Protect it from light

Prolonged exposure to light, whether from the sun or indoor lighting, can alter the chemical composition of the cannabis extract in the cartridge and damage the vape’s battery.

UV radiation accelerates the degradation of cannabinoids, such as THC, which loses potency. UV radiation may also alter the aroma profile and deteriorate some of the terpenes. Also, heat and light in combination can liquify the cannabis extract, which could lead to leaks, deposits or blockage.

But sunlight doesn’t damage only the vaping liquid. It can also damage the vape’s battery. Prolonged exposure to the heat or direct rays of the sun risks increasing the battery’s internal temperature, which can interfere with its performance, accelerate wear and, in some cases, result in overheating.

To extend vaping products’ lifespan, store them away from light in a dark, temperate place, such as a drawer, cabinet or storage case. Opaque containers and UV-shielded packaging are useful for blocking light and extending the life of your products and device.