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How to use a Rosin Press

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Rosin is making waves, and more and more people are talking about this solventless concentrate. If you’re keen to find out more about rosin, or you’re eager to explore rosin pressing, this guide will tell you everything you need to know!

The benefits of using a rosin press:

Efficiency
Whether you’re pressing for personal use, or you’re looking into using a rosin press for a larger operation, rosin presses offer substantial efficiency gains.

Using a press streamlines the process of extracting the desired concentrate from the starting material, reducing time, energy and effort. The more sophisticated the press, the quicker it will produce the yield you’re searching for.

Safety
Rosin presses have come a long way since the days of DIY gadgets and borrowing hair straighteners. Using a specialist rosin press is a safer and more effective option. It’s also important to note the difference between solvent and solventless pressing.

As rosin pressing eliminates the need for a solvent, operators can take advantage of a much safer procedure. As the process is simple and safe, it’s also more accessible. More people are able to try rosin pressing than other forms of extraction, for example.

Versatility
A rosin press is a versatile investment, which affords the user the opportunity to create an array of different products. Most people think of rosin as a translucent, sap-like substance, but it can also become harder and more glass-like.

Variations in heat, pressure and time can affect the density and shape, as well as the flavor and color.

Cost
A rosin press represents excellent value for money when comparing solventless pressing to solvent presses. With solvent-based extraction, you have to invest in specialist equipment, which can cost a fortune compared to a rosin press.

How To Use a Rosin Press

There are several types of rosin press, and there are tips and tricks that influence the performance of each kind. The most significant difference between the presses is the amount of pressure that should be applied and the way pressure is generated.

Manual presses essentially squash the starting material using either a screw or a clamp system. Pneumatic and hydraulic presses use a liquid hydraulic or an air pump, while an electric press generates pressure via a motor.

Recommended Pressing Temperatures

The ideal temperature will depend heavily on the type of starting material and the duration of pressing. As a general guide, this is a formula that works well:

  • Flower- temperature 190–220°-15–60 seconds
  • High-quality sift or bubble: temperature 150–190°- 30–90 seconds
  • Low-quality sift or bubble: temperature 180–220°- 30–90 seconds

Pressure

There is no universal formula for optimum pressure, but it is usually helpful to consider the plate area and press pounds. For a 10-ton press that equals 20,000lbs, this would produce a reading of 1,333 PSI with a 3”x 5” plate (surface area 15 square inches).

The optimum pressure will depend on the type of starting material and the press you use. If you buy a rosin press, you might find that trying out different variables enables you to determine the best settings for each material you use.

Time

The length of time required for pressing should be considered in relation to the pressure and temperature and the type of press.

Sophisticated, large-scale presses work incredibly quickly, and duration tends to be shorter at high temperatures when the quality of the starting material is high. It’s important to avoid over-exposure to heat to preserve the quality.

Recommended Pressing Machine

ECO FARM HYDRAULIC DOUBLE SIDE HEAT PRESS MACHINE H FRAME

Dual Element Heating Plates with Protective Stainless Steel Cover for Heat Insulation. Two Individual Digital Controllers (Set by degree Celsius,or degree Fahrenheit). Adjusting the Tool for More Pressure. Delivering Max 20 ton Air Forces. Hydraulic large pressure Simple Operation by hand

ROSIN TECH SMASH MANUAL HEAT PRESS

The Rosin Tech Smash is a powerful press designed for home use. The pump-like action gives you total speed and pressure control of the 2 3/8" x 4 3/4" dual heated plates for steady production.

Set the heat plate temperature quickly with the simple digital controller and keep track of squish lengths with the automatic timer, so that you never burn your rosin.

Conclusion

We hope this article has given you an idea of how to handle a rosin press and get the best results from it, but if you’ve any further questions, leave a comment below and we’ll do our best to help.
Happy squishing!

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