Glass Dab Rigs
Shop glass dab rigs in compact, recycler, themed, and artist-made designs. Compare different sizes, chamber styles, joint configurations, and glasswork to find a rig that fits your concentrate setup.
Glass Dab Rigs for Concentrates
Dab rigs are water-filtered glass pieces designed specifically for concentrates. While they share some basic construction with traditional bongs, rigs are typically built around concentrate accessories such as a quartz banger or nail rather than a flower bowl.
This collection includes glass dab rigs in a wide range of sizes and shapes, from simple compact pieces to recyclers, mini tubes, jammers, themed designs, and artist-made rigs. Some focus on straightforward function, while others use the rig format as a foundation for more detailed glasswork and unusual shapes.
What Is a Dab Rig?
A dab rig is a type of water pipe configured for vaporizing concentrates. Most traditional glass rigs use a joint that accepts a quartz banger, nail, or another concentrate-specific attachment, although the exact setup can vary from piece to piece.
Like other water pipes, a dab rig includes a chamber designed to hold water. The shape, chamber size, joint angle, percolator, and overall dimensions can differ considerably depending on the design.
Dab Rigs vs. Bongs
Dab rigs and glass bongs may look similar, but they are generally configured for different materials. Bongs are commonly paired with bowls for flower, while dab rigs are typically paired with bangers or nails for concentrates.
Many rigs are also built in smaller proportions than full-size bongs, although size alone does not determine whether a piece is a dab rig. Joint configuration, included components, and the intended setup are more useful details to check.
Different Types of Dab Rigs
There is no single dab rig shape. Mini dab rigs offer a compact footprint, while recycler rigs use interconnected chambers that circulate water through the piece.
Mini tubes use a more upright profile, while jammers and other compact formats take a different approach to chamber and mouthpiece design. If artistic glass is the priority, browse our heady dab rigs for more detailed artist-made pieces.
Cool, Unique and Themed Dab Rigs
A dab rig does not have to look like basic laboratory glass. This collection includes colorful designs, sculpted elements, unusual shapes, themed pieces, and handmade details from Empire Glassworks and other glass makers.
Some designs reinterpret traditional rig shapes with color and decorative accents, while others use animals, food, nature, characters, or sculptural forms as part of the piece itself. Handmade glass may also show small variations in shape, color placement, and decorative details from one piece to another.
How to Choose a Glass Dab Rig
Start with the overall dimensions and how much space you have for the piece. Then check the joint size and angle, chamber design, percolator, base, mouthpiece, weight, and whether a banger or other accessories are included.
Also consider cleaning access. Simple chambers may be easier to reach, while recyclers and rigs with multiple pathways or detailed internal features can require more attention during cleaning.
If you already know the style you want, browsing a dedicated collection such as mini rigs, recyclers, mini tubes, or heady rigs can make comparing similar pieces easier. Otherwise, this page is the best place to explore the broader range of glass dab rigs available at Empire Smokes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dab rig?
A dab rig is a water pipe designed for use with concentrates. Most traditional glass rigs use a quartz banger, nail, or another concentrate-specific attachment instead of the flower bowl commonly used with a bong.
What is the difference between a dab rig and a bong?
Both can use a water chamber, but they are generally configured for different materials. Bongs are commonly paired with bowls for flower, while dab rigs are typically paired with bangers or nails for concentrates.
What should I look for when choosing a glass dab rig?
Compare the overall size, joint size and angle, chamber design, percolator, base stability, mouthpiece, weight, and included components. It is also worth checking whether the rig includes a banger or other accessories.
What accessories do I need for a dab rig?
The exact setup depends on the rig, but common accessories can include a compatible quartz banger or nail, carb cap, dab tool, and concentrate container. Some setups may also use terp pearls or other banger accessories.
How do I clean a glass dab rig?
To clean a glass dab rig, empty the water, rinse with warm water, and soak in isopropyl alcohol with coarse salt. Shake gently to remove buildup, rinse thoroughly, and allow it to fully dry before use.