Arizer XQ2 Glass Connoisseur Bowl
Vape accessories
by Arizer
Arizer XQ2 Glass Connoisseur Bowl
The Arizer XQ2 Glass Connoisseur Bowl is a borosilicate glass replacement bowl that upgrades vapour delivery on your Arizer desktop vaporiser. It fits the XQ2, Extreme Q, and V-Tower units straight out of the box, and gives you two chamber sizes — one for full loads, one for microdosing — so you can dial in exactly how much herb you want to run through a session. The built-in glass screen replaces metal mesh entirely, keeping your vapour path 100% glass from bowl to mouthpiece.
Two Chamber Sizes — One Bowl
The Connoisseur Bowl ships with two chamber options built into its design. The larger chamber suits standard sessions — pack 0.1–0.3g of ground herb for full, dense clouds through either whip or balloon. The smaller microdose chamber is sized for 0.05–0.1g, which is enough for a light solo session without wasting material. You don't need to buy separate bowls; just load the chamber that matches your mood.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Borosilicate glass |
| Screen type | Integrated glass screen |
| Compatible vaporisers | Arizer XQ2, Extreme Q, V-Tower |
| Chamber options | 2 (standard + microdose) |
| SKU | VS0301 |
| Airflow | Optimised open-draw design |
| Cleaning | Isopropyl alcohol soak |
Complete your Arizer desktop setup: the Glass Cyclone Bowl is the standard alternative if you prefer the swirl-style airflow, and the Glass Stirring Tool makes repacking between sessions quick and clean. If you run whip sessions regularly, a spare Arizer whip tubing set saves you from vaping through discoloured silicone.
Why the Glass Connoisseur Bowl Is Worth the Swap
The stock Cyclone Bowl that ships with the XQ2 and Extreme Q does a solid job — we're not going to pretend otherwise. But the Connoisseur Bowl solves two specific annoyances that come up after a few weeks of daily use.
First: metal screens. The standard bowl uses a small stainless steel mesh that clogs, warps, and eventually needs replacing. Every time you swap a screen, you're fiddling with tiny bits of metal while the unit's still warm. The Connoisseur Bowl's glass screen is part of the bowl itself. Nothing to replace, nothing to drop between the sofa cushions. You rinse it in isopropyl, let it dry, and you're back in business. Over a year of use, that's a noticeable quality-of-life improvement.
Second: herb waste. If you're vaping solo and only want a light session, packing 0.2g into a full-size chamber means uneven heating and leftover half-vaped material. The microdose chamber on this bowl is sized so a small pinch fills it properly, sits close to the heating element, and extracts evenly. We've found that 0.05–0.1g in the small chamber produces surprisingly thick vapour — more than you'd expect from that amount. It's the best Arizer bowl option for anyone who vapes small amounts regularly and doesn't want to waste herb.
One honest limitation: borosilicate glass is tough, but it's still glass. If you knock this off a table onto a tile floor, it will break. The Cyclone Bowl has the same vulnerability, so this isn't unique to the Connoisseur — but it's worth mentioning. Handle it like you'd handle a good wine glass. If you're clumsy around your setup, keep a spare on hand.
How to Use the Glass Connoisseur Bowl
- Remove your current bowl from the Arizer XQ2, Extreme Q, or V-Tower by gently lifting it from the heating element housing. If it's warm, give it 2–3 minutes to cool first.
- Grind your herb to a medium consistency — not powder-fine, not chunky. A medium grind lets air pass through evenly and prevents material from falling through the glass screen.
- Choose your chamber size. For a standard session, pack the larger chamber with 0.1–0.3g of ground herb. For a microdose, use the smaller chamber with 0.05–0.1g. Don't tamp it down hard; a light press with your finger or the Arizer stirring tool is enough.
- Place the loaded Connoisseur Bowl onto the heating element. It should sit snugly — the ground glass joint matches the XQ2's 18mm female connection.
- Set your temperature. For the Connoisseur Bowl, 185–200°C works well for flavour-forward sessions. Push to 210–220°C if you want thicker clouds and fuller extraction.
- Attach your whip or balloon as normal. Draw slowly — the optimised airflow in this bowl responds better to a gentle, steady pull than a hard rip.
- After your session, let the bowl cool for 5 minutes, then tap out the spent herb. For a deeper clean, soak the bowl in 90%+ isopropyl alcohol for 20–30 minutes, rinse with warm water, and air dry completely before your next session.
