Vaporbrothers® Whip Guide
The right whip affects flavor, vapor density, and ease of use. This page covers Hands-Free vs Hands-On connection styles and the difference between EZ Change and All-Glass whips in glass, ceramic, or hybrid builds.
How the Whip Connects: Hands-Free vs Hands-On
The main difference is the way the Handpiece meets the heater:
- Hands-Free: A 16 mm ground-glass taper holds the Whip in place while you draw.
- Hands-On: You hold the Whip to the heater during inhalation and remove it between hits.
How to tell which model you have:
If your Whip locks on with ground glass and you see a red "HOT" or "CAUTION" emblem on the tip, you have a Hands-Free model.
Hands-Free — features at a glance
The matched glass joint lets you keep the Whip attached without holding it.
- Preferred by newcomers about 2:1. Easy to pass the mouthpiece around.
- Because the whip stays connected, airflow does not agitate the herbs. Stir once or twice per session for even results.
- Tip gets extremely hot during use. Set hot glass on a safe surface.
- You can leave the Whip on the heater between draws. Herbs will not be consumed unless you inhale.
- Gives you a free hand during use.
- Every feature is well melted in, no sharp edges or weak spots.
- Unrestricted airflow ensures the best inhale possible from a Vaporbrothers vaporizer.
Serial number check for Hands-Free:
Look at the 5–6 digit serial on the bottom of your unit. If the small print includes "2215", "2219", "2223", "VB1-HandsFree", or "VB1-Euro-HandsFree", it's Hands-Free.
Shop Hands-Free vaporizers: VB1 Hands-Free | VB1.5 Hands-Free
Hands-On — features at a glance
You hold the Whip to the heater while drawing, then pull it away between hits.
- Our original glass-on-glass method. The Whip does not stay connected by itself.
- Without the ground-glass joint it's a bit more durable and usually more economical. Replacement parts are lower cost than Hands-Free.
- Fits like a ball-joint so you can rotate the Whip during a draw to steer airflow for even browning.
- Glass stays relatively cool compared to Hands-Free tips. You can see and smell the whip tip (bowl) between hits for instant feedback.
Serial number check for Hands-On:
If the small print below the serial says "2214", "VB1-Standard", or "Hands-On", it's a Hands-On model.
Shop Hands-On vaporizers: VB1 Hands-On | VB1.5 Hands-On
Important: Hands-Free whips are only for Hands-Free vaporizers. They are not intended for Hands-On units and could be damaged.
Hands-On whips can be used with either type of vaporizer, but they are always used in the Hands-On method. That means you hold the whip to the heater while drawing, then remove it between hits. On a Hands-Free vaporizer, the fit will be slightly looser because the ground glass connection is sized for the Hands-Free tip and the Hands-On tip has a smaller diameter. To get the best draw, hold the tip a little straighter against the heater and bump your temperature up slightly to compensate for the less airtight seal.
Browse compatible whips by model:
Whips for Hands-Free vaporizers
Whips for Hands-On vaporizers
EZ Change Whips
EZ Whips are made to come apart quickly for easy cleaning and part swaps. Choose glass, ceramic, or a hybrid of both. Each uses .625 inch screens, including our custom ceramic screen for an even smoother experience. Shop all replacement screens here.
Shop EZ Change Whips — both Hands-Free and Hands-On versions are on this page. Make sure to select the correct style for your unit.
Ceramic and Glass EZ Hands-Free
Ceramic and Glass EZ Hands-On
EZ materials at a glance
Glass Whips
Clear, precise, and easy to watch as vapor builds. Transparency helps you monitor color so you know when to stir or stop. Our Hands-Free glass tip is precision-ground for a snug fit, and the glass is crafted to minimize internal stress. Over time, fine residual oil can collect inside and be saved. Treat glass carefully around hard surfaces.
Ceramic Whips
Tougher feel with fewer breakage worries than glass. The interior is slightly textured and opaque, so you won't always see when it needs cleaning. Your flavor will tell you. Durable, lower-maintenance, and laid-back in style.
Hybrid Whips
A strong ceramic handle and mouthpiece paired with a clear glass tip. You get the viewing window and precision of glass with the hand-feel and resilience of ceramic. The EZ design lets you replace only the part that wears out.
Hybrid Hands-Free
Hybrid EZ Hands-On
All-Glass Whips
The All-Glass Whip is our original style. The screen sits in a glass groove and is not meant for fast swaps. If quick screen changes matter, pick an EZ Whip instead.
Shop All-Glass Whips — both Hands-Free and Hands-On versions are on this page. Make sure to select the correct style for your unit.
All-Glass Whip components (replacement parts sold separately):
- Mouthpiece
- Handpiece — serves as both the handle and whip tip (bowl) in one piece
- Hose
- .75" screen — shop replacement screens
Cleaning is simple: draw boiling water through, soak in alcohol, or run the vaporizer hotter and pull hot air through the whip. All-Glass is simpler than EZ but takes practice to change screens. The whip tip is wider than EZ whip tips and holds slightly more herb for a different draw feel.
The Mini All-Glass Whip is a favorite for personal sessions. It does not grip the heater. Its smaller inner diameter stacks herbs taller, which can make each draw efficient with less material.
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