Vape accessories
by Vapman
The Vapman 2.0 Heating Element is a 24K gold-plated copper replacement oven designed by Swiss engineer René at Inhale, built to restore your Vapman 2.0 vaporizer to factory-fresh performance. If your original element has darkened, warped, or simply stopped delivering those clean, flavour-packed draws, this is the part that brings it all back. One swap and you're pulling the same rich vapour you got on day one.
The Vapman 2.0 is a butane-powered vaporizer with zero electronic components — no batteries, no circuit boards, nothing to firmware-update. That simplicity is its strength, but it also means the heating element does all the heavy lifting. It's the only part that actually converts flame into vapour-ready heat, so when it degrades, everything degrades: flavour drops off, heat distribution becomes uneven, and you end up combusting instead of vaporising.
This replacement element is identical to the one that ships with a new Vapman 2.0. The 24K gold plating isn't decorative — gold resists oxidation and conducts heat evenly across the copper substrate, which means consistent temperatures from the centre of the bowl to the edges. The brass nozzle sitting between the flame and the herb chamber acts as a gas barrier, filtering out butane combustion byproducts before they reach your draw. That's why the Vapman tastes noticeably cleaner than most torch-powered vapes — and why a worn-out element with compromised plating starts tasting off.
We've handled a fair few Vapman units over the years, and the heating element is almost always the first thing that needs replacing on a well-loved device. The body — whether it's wood, aluminium, or carbon fibre — tends to last indefinitely. The element, though, takes direct flame contact every session. After a few hundred uses, the gold plating thins, copper oxidises underneath, and heat conduction suffers. You'll notice it as longer heat-up times and less flavour. That's your cue.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Copper with 24K gold plating |
| Nozzle Material | Brass (butane gas barrier) |
| Heat-Up Time | Approximately 3–4 seconds with single-flame torch |
| Bowl Capacity | 0.05–0.15 g (dry herb), small dab (concentrates) |
| Compatibility | Vapman 2.0 by Inhale (all body variants) |
| Manufacturer | Inhale (Switzerland) |
| SKU | VS0434 |
Complete your setup: pair the heating element with a Vapman Mouthpiece Screen for optimal airflow, or pick up a reliable single-flame torch lighter if yours has seen better days. If you're running the Vapman daily, the VapStation desktop heater eliminates torch dependency entirely and gives you hands-free, repeatable heat.
There's no fixed replacement schedule — it depends entirely on how often you use your Vapman and how aggressive your heating technique is. That said, there are clear signs the element is past its best. If you're seeing any of these, it's time:
One honest limitation: the element is a consumable part. If you're a daily user loading 0.1 g sessions two or three times a day, expect to swap it out roughly once a year. That's not a flaw — it's the trade-off for a vaporizer with no batteries or electronics that can otherwise last a lifetime. Compared to replacing coils on an electronic vape every few weeks, it's a bargain in the long run.
The Vapman has a learning curve. We won't pretend otherwise. The difference between a flavour-packed microdose and a scorched disappointment comes down to flame technique, and a fresh element is the best time to dial that in. Use a single-flame torch only — soft flames and multi-jet torches distribute heat too broadly and you'll overshoot. Hold the flame about 5 mm below the element base, heat for 3–4 seconds, pull away, and take a slow draw. If vapour is thin, go back for another 2-second pass. Once you get the rhythm, it becomes second nature.
The Vapman's tiny bowl — around 0.1 g is the sweet spot — makes it one of the best butane vapes for microdosing. You get full extraction from a pinch of herb, and the gold-plated element delivers flavour that punches well above what you'd expect from something this small. If you've been using a Dynavap and want something with a more refined taste profile, the Vapman with a fresh element is a genuine step up in flavour. The Dynavap is more forgiving on technique, though — so it depends what you value more.
No. This element is designed specifically for the Vapman 2.0 by Inhale. The original Vapman and the Vapman Click use different element geometries. Check your model before ordering — the 2.0 has a distinct wok-shaped bowl profile.
It depends on usage frequency and heating technique. Daily users typically get 8–12 months before the gold plating thins enough to affect performance. Occasional users can go 2+ years. Overheating with aggressive torch use shortens lifespan significantly.
Yes. The wok-shaped copper bowl handles both dry herb and small amounts of concentrate. For concentrates, use a degummed hemp fibre pad in the bowl to prevent residue from clogging the screen. Heat gently — concentrates need less flame time than dry herb.
Gold doesn't oxidise, conducts heat more evenly than steel, and is chemically inert — meaning it won't off-gas or react with your herb at vaporisation temperatures. Copper underneath provides rapid heat transfer. The combination gives you fast, clean, flavour-forward vapour that stainless steel can't match.
No. The element is a friction-fit component — pull the old one out, press the new one in. The whole swap takes under 2 minutes. Just make sure the Vapman is fully cooled before you start.
A single-flame torch lighter only. Soft flames don't concentrate enough heat, and multi-jet torches blast too much — you'll overshoot and combust. The brass nozzle filters butane byproducts, but a clean single flame keeps the whole system working as designed.
That's the gold plating wearing through to the copper substrate. Oxidised copper produces a metallic taste and uneven heat. It's the clearest sign your heating element needs replacing. A fresh element eliminates the taste immediately.
Last updated: April 2026
