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Nova Decarb/Infuser

Discussion in 'Cannabis & Weed Edibles: Cooking & Recipes' started by Ravenb, Dec 31, 2019.

  1. #1 Ravenb, Dec 31, 2019
    Has anyone bought and used this double duty machine? I was looking at the Magical Butter machine, but it really didn't solve my issue.
    I live in an apartment and mainly vape herb, but would love to make my own edibles. Only thing holding me back is the odor issue I need to overcome.
    If anyone has used this and can share if it actually cuts down on most odor and it works well, I'd appreciate it.
    Thanks.
     
  2. #2 datasana, Dec 31, 2019
    I live in an apt building and there's no significant odor. This is especially true if you don't open it up immediately after the decarb cycle is done.
     
  3. #3 Ravenb, Dec 31, 2019
    Thanks. Does it work well for both processes? Other thing I was concerned about was, since it's doing two things, does it do both well? Looks to be pretty substantial, and only one out there that I can find that does both, so no competition.
     
  4. #4 Joker1121, Dec 31, 2019
    There are already threads about this. Try a search for Nova. @PsychedelicSam did testing of the Nova's decarb and it was spot on. Well worth the money if you're flush. There's a lot of discussion about it- well worth a search of the forum.
    Here, I got it.
    Ardent Lift/Nova Reviews
     
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  5. #5 bkarnaze, Dec 31, 2019
    I like Ardent Lift/Nova so much I own more than one.
    There is almost zero smell while it's in operation, but the decarbed herb will reek if you open the device before it cools. When in a hurry I open mine under the stove vent fan.
    I've sometimes put mine in the refrigerator for faster cooling.

    The max temp inside Nova/Lift is 218 F, according to a phone call a couple years ago.
    The device runs for about 1:45 with herb inside.
    Guessing that 15 min of that is heat up and cool down, Ardent decarb is about 218 F for 1-1.5 hours.
    I use mainly for sleep, so the Ardent infusion works fine for me.
    But I do prefer using a toaster oven for infusion, which won't smell much.
    220 F or 20-60 min in a toaster oven with oil and lecithin is my preferred infusion.
    60 min is slightly sleepier than 20 min.

    If/when you decide to make edibles, be careful because there are a lot of bad recipes on the internet.
    A lot of people can offer guidance here.
     
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  6. #6 Surfer8210, Dec 31, 2019
    I just bought one and used it to make a batch of brownies and these fruity pebbles Krispy Treats.
    See my review #45 on that link above.
    I got the Nova on Black Friday for $150 and they included all of the attachments. The silicone sleeve and the strainer/funnel.
    It’s paid for itself already.


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  7. #7 polamnus, Dec 31, 2019
    I have one and am very happy with it. All things being equal, I still prefer ethanol extraction using PSam's method, but if I'm pressed for time or just not feeling up to it, I have used the Nova to infuse into oil. Subjectively, the results feel similar. I would probably buy another if my Ardent broke. I just run it on a window sill or on my porch via an extension cord and there are no odor issues until you open it. One button and done. I do believe you can achieve similar results without, but it simplifies things greatly and removes a lot of up front interaction.
     
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  8. #8 squirksa, Dec 31, 2019
    The Nova is slicker than come on a gold tooth and ardentcannabis.com is my infusing go to.
     
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