如何清洁管道屏幕和碗块

Screens and bowl pieces get dirty fastest because they're closest to combustion. Clogged screens restrict airflow, and dirty bowls affect flavor. Whether you're maintaining bowls for your 定制玻璃管 or 来自咀嚼者的铝管，本指南涵盖了金属屏幕、玻璃屏幕、碗块和下茎的清洁技术。

快速回答

清洁屏幕和碗： 用91%异丙醇浸泡15-30分钟，如果需要，用牙刷轻轻擦洗，用热水冲洗，风干完全干燥。 金属屏幕也可以被烧得干净（但这会削弱它们）。 清洗时，更换屏幕仍然堵塞的屏幕。

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屏幕类型和何时清洁

金属屏风（黄铜、钢、钛）

最常见的类型。 Usually brass (gold colored) or steel (silver).

清洗时间：

• 气流感觉受限
• 可见的黑色堆积
• 每3-5次使用（理想）

Lifespan: 1-4 weeks depending on use and cleaning

玻璃屏幕（雏菊/花屏）

小玻璃片 that sit in bowls. More durable than metal.

清洗时间：

• 玻璃上可见的残留物
• 气流受限
• 味道似乎不对

Lifespan: Months to years with proper care

玻璃碗片

装大麻的碗。 Part of bongs, bubblers, or standalone.

清洗时间：

• 黑色残留物可见
• 难以清除
• 每周为普通用户提供的服务

Downstems

将碗连接到水的管子。 Critical for airflow.

清洗时间：

• 水不正确冒泡
• 里面可见的堆积物
• 每周为普通用户提供的服务

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清洁金属屏幕

方法一：酒精浸泡（推荐）

Supplies:

• 小容器（射击玻璃厂）
• 91% 异丙醇
• 老牙刷
• 纸巾

Steps:

1。 从碗中取出屏幕

2. 放入酒精容器中

3.浸泡15-30分钟

4。 用牙刷轻轻擦洗

5.用热水冲洗

6. 重新安装前完全干燥

对于多个屏幕： Soak all at once, they won't damage each other.

方法二：火炬清洗（快速但刺耳）

更快，但随着时间的推移会降解金属。

Steps:

1。 用钳子或镊子保持屏幕

2. 将较轻的火焰涂抹在屏幕上

3.树脂烧掉（注意爆发）

4.旋转清理所有区域

5.让完全冷却

Caution: Screen will be very hot. Don't drop into flammable materials.

方法三：开水

更温和的替代方案：

1。 把水煮沸

2. 放入屏幕

3。 煮5-10分钟

4.用勺子取出

5. Let dry

Works okay but not as effective as alcohol.

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清洁玻璃屏幕

玻璃屏幕很精致——小心处理。

酒精浸泡方法

1。 放入小容器中

2. 用异丙醇覆盖

3.浸泡20-30分钟

4。 轻轻搅拌容器（不要用力摇晃）

5.用温水冲洗

6. Air dry

切勿烧毁玻璃屏幕——他们可以粉碎。

防止破损

• 一次处理一个
• 不要从高处掉进碗里
• 不使用时小心存放
• 严重堵塞前清洁（需要少处理）

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清洁玻璃碗片

标准方法

Supplies:

• 拉链袋
• 91% 异丙醇
• 盐
• 管道清洁器

Steps:

1。 将碗放入拉链袋中

2 . 添加足够的酒精覆盖

3。 加入1汤匙盐

4。 密封袋并轻轻摇晃

5. 浸泡 15-30 分钟

6. 再摇

7 . 用管内清洁剂

8。 彻底冲洗

9. Air dry

顽固的碗残渣

对于堆积较重的碗：

• 延长浸泡（过夜）
• 使用浸有酒精的棉签
• 轻轻擦洗烧伤区域
• May need multiple cleaning cycles

Bowl Joint Cleaning

The ground glass joint that connects to bong:

• Very important to keep clean
• Buildup prevents proper seal
• Wipe with alcohol-soaked cloth
• Keep dry when not in use

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Cleaning Downstems

Inside Cleaning

Downstems are tubes—need interior cleaning.

Method:

1. Soak in alcohol + salt solution (in bag or container)

2. Use pipe cleaners to scrub interior

3. Run pipe cleaner through multiple times

4. Rinse with hot water

5. Hold up to light—should be clear

Diffuser Slits

Downstems with slits need extra attention:

• Salt may lodge in slits during cleaning
• Rinse very thoroughly
• Use thin pipe cleaner or toothpick for slits
• Ensure all slots are clear

Stem-to-Bowl Connection

Where bowl meets downstem:

• Critical for airflow
• Wipe clean regularly
• Check for cracks
• Keep dry to prevent sticking

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When to Replace vs. Clean

Replace Metal Screens When:

• Holes are visibly enlarged
• Screen is warped or bent
• Cleaning no longer restores airflow
• Screen has burned through spots
• More than 4 weeks old (with regular use)

Screens are cheap—when in doubt, replace.

Replace Glass Screens When:

• Cracked or chipped
• No longer sits flat
• Holes are clogged despite cleaning

Replace Bowls/Downstems When:

• Cracks or chips present
• Joint no longer seals properly
• Cleaning can't restore clarity
• Airflow permanently restricted

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Maintenance Tips

After Each Session

Quick maintenance prevents heavy buildup:

• Tap out ash from bowl
• Remove large chunks
• Store screen-side up (prevents moisture)

Weekly

• Full alcohol clean of screens
• Bowl piece cleaning
• Downstem check

Monthly

• Inspect all parts for damage
• Replace worn screens
• Deep clean if needed

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Screen Alternatives

No Screen Method

Some prefer no screens:

• Break up cannabis coarsely
• Place larger piece at bottom as "plug"
• Works but more debris pulls through

Glass Bowl with Built-in Screen

Some bowls have glass holes instead of removable screens:

• Easier to clean
• Nothing to replace
• Can still clog—need cleaning

Titanium Screens

Premium option:

• Last longer than brass/steel
• Handle heat better
• Worth investment for daily users
• Clean same way as metal

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Common Problems and Solutions

Screen Falls Through

Cause: Screen too small for bowl

Fix: Use larger screen or bend edges up slightly to grip

Screen Pops Out

Cause: Not seated properly or wrong size

Fix: Press screen down firmly, ensure it curves to fit bowl shape

Restricted Airflow After Cleaning

Cause: Water trapped in downstem or debris remaining

Fix: Shake out water, run pipe cleaner through again, ensure all salt rinsed out

Taste Still Bad After Cleaning

Cause: Residue in areas you missed

Fix: Soak longer, scrub more thoroughly, check joint connections

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Quick Reference

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This guide is for educational purposes. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction.