How to make BHO

Butane hash oil (BHO) extracts consist of obtaining cannabis oil with high terpene content by using butane gas. It can be performed with dry or frozen weed to obtain the final product. Thus, in this article we will learn how to make BHO in a safe and effective way.

What do you need to extract BHO?

To properly perform a  BHO extraction it is important to be in an open-air area to work in (such a balcony or a terrace). Once you’ve decided where to start, you’ll need the following equipment:

• Refined Clipper or Butane Gas
• BHO extractor tube
• BHO Filters
• Heavy gloves
• Large glass container
• Your herb materials

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How to make BHO?

Here, we will explain the steps to obtain BHO cannabis concentrate:

1. Grind your herb materials until they are well grounded.
2. Place a filter in the extractor tube and fill it with the herb materials you’ve previously grounded.
3. Close tight the extractor tube.
4. Place the glass container on a flat surface.
5. With your gloves on, hold the extractor with the exit port facing the container.
6. Insert the tip of the butane can into the tube and press down. The tube should start filling up and the liquid butane will start dripping onto the glass container.
7. Once you’ve depleted the cans, put the extractor in a safe place.
8. Now, the butane liquid of the container will start bubbling as the butane will start evaporating. 
9. To speed the evaporation process, you can place the glass container in a larger container and fill it with hot water.
10. Once the bubbling stops, let it settle for a day and your butane hash oil will be ‘ready to serve.’

Steps to Vacuum Purge BHO

If you have access to a vacuum chamber and pump, you can remove the remaining gas from the BHO product using the following method:

• Place the BHO on a silicone tray on parchment paper.
• Put the tray inside the vacuum chamber, ensuring it’s level.
• Begin applying gentle and even heat. The ideal temperature varies but is typically between 194ºF and 230ºF (90-110°C).
• Use a heating plate or mats to precisely control the temperature.
• Turn on the vacuum pump and start removing the air from the chamber. This will create a vacuum that aids in solvent removal.
• As the BHO purges, its consistency will change from liquid to a more viscous state, and eventually to a solid texture like shatter or wax.
• When you believe the purging process is complete, turn off the vacuum pump and the heat source.
• Let the BHO cool to room temperature before handling it.

What can you do with BHO extracts?

Butane hash oil is safe to consume and it can be done in different ways to increase the therapeutic properties of CBD and THC. Thus, one of the simplest ways to use this extract is spreading it on a rolling paper making a joint with it.

It can also be consumed in vape pens or vaporizers, mixing it with E-liquids, which is even more discreet, efficient and tasty. On the other hand, another interesting way to consume cannabis or extracts is making edibles.

BHO extraction precautions and recommendations

As we mentioned earlier, BHO is the most dangerous of all extraction methods due to the handling of gas during its production. That’s why we propose the following recommendations to make this a completely safe process:

• Do not smoke near/in the room. The gas is extremely dangerous and flammable.
• It is not recommended to turn appliances on or off.
• When you finish the extraction process, let the container come back to room temperature before attempting to open it and clean.
• Store the BHO in small glass containers to protect it from external agents.

Now you know how to make BHO in order to take advantage of all the therapeutic and medicinal properties that this extract may provide you. Nevertheless, it’s important to remember that cannabis extractions with a high THC content can produce unwanted adverse effects that may compromise the user’s health. Do not hesitate visiting our online growshop to discover more about all the products and accessories to properly make and take your future BHO extracts to a higher level.