What Is a Blinker Hit?
A blinker hit is a type of vape hit where you hold the button or draw on the pen for as long as possible, until the device blinks or turns off.
The blinker light indicates the device’s automatic cut-off point. This prevents it from overheating.
Blinkers are done to get the biggest possible hit of vapor, and is often seen as a way to show off or to get really high. However, blinker hits can be dangerous for a number of reasons. Read on to find them out.
Key Takeaways
- Blinker hits are hitting a vape until the battery shuts off (around 8-10 seconds)
- Blinkers are more potent with a faster onset high
- Blinker hits show off how ‘strong’ your lungs are
- They can be dangerous
What Are The Risks of Taking Blinker Hits?
Here are some of the risks of taking blinker hits,
- Overheat the device or oils: This can cause the coil to burn out, make your oil taste bad, or even start a fire.
- Toxins: overheating the oil can release unwanted, toxic byproducts if they heat to high temperatures.
- Accelerate bad habits: they can lead to you taking more frequent and larger hits.
Are Blinker Hits Bad For You?
Blinker hits can be dangerous. Here are some reasons why blinker hits are bad for you,
- Lung damage: Inhaling lots of vapor at once can deposit THC/nicotine residue on your lungs. Too much of this depositing at once can cause negative health effects like coughing mucus.
- Dry mouth: Blinker hits can also cause dry mouth. This is because the vapor can dry out the mouth and throat.
- Headaches: Blinker hits can also cause headaches. The high concentration of THC/nicotine can irritate the brain. Large doses of flavor compounds (like terpenes and vape juice) can cause headaches.
- Nausea: Blinker hits can also cause nausea. This is because the high concentration of nicotine or terpenes can irritate the stomach.
- Light Heated: Since you are inhaling so much vapor and no oxygen, some people experience light headedness.
- Vomiting: Blinker hits can cause vomiting when people experience nausea or light headedness.
Blinker Hit Example. Try Or Nah?
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Why Do a Blinker Hit?
Some reasons are below (although not great),
- Increased flavor: By inhaling lots of vapor at once, you get more flavor in your mouth.
- More intense nicotine/THC delivery: Since you’re holding the vapor in your lungs for a longer period of time, you’ll get a more nicotine/THC in your blood stream.
- Faster high: the large amount of vapor inhlaed at once results in a more rapid onset. Effects can be felt within 5 minutes or less.
FAQ
How many seconds is a blinker hit?
8-10 seconds depending on the device.
Why is it called a blinker?
The vape device light will start to blink when the battery shuts off automatically.
How to do a blinker hit?
Buy a disposable vape and hit it until the light starts to blink.
Are blinker hits safe?
Not really. They have more risk than reward. This is an excessive way to consume cannabis.