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Pre-cooler
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Definition
A shisha pre-cooler is a rarely used accessory designed to further cool the smoke before it passes through the bowl and hose into the mouth. Similar to a molasses catcher, the pre-cooler is inserted with a joint between the bowl and the stem – in some models, it even replaces the entire stem. Pre-coolers are almost always made of glass or metal and are filled with ice or cooling liquid to chill the smoke beforehand.
How it works
How Pre-cooler works
The pre-cooler functions like an ice chamber placed around the smoke channel (stem). Before smoking, it is filled with ice cubes or contains a cooling liquid that has been chilled in the freezer. When drawing, the hot smoke from the shisha tobacco first passes through the cooled area and is slightly cooled before being directed into the bowl. However, the effect is limited since the smoke warms up again on its way through the bowl and hose.
Benefits
Why Pre-cooler convinces
- Additional smoke cooling: The smoke is slightly cooled before the bowl, making inhaling more pleasant.
- Interesting accessory: For lovers of classic or rare shisha elements, the pre-cooler is a visual and technical highlight.
- Traditional touch: Metal pre-coolers were more common in traditional shishas from the Orient.
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What you should pay attention to
- Limited cooling effect: The smoke usually warms up again in the bowl and hose, so the benefit is limited.
- Rarely available: Pre-coolers are hardly produced anymore and are hard to find.
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Conclusion
The shisha pre-cooler is an almost forgotten accessory from earlier times. While it offers some cooling effect, this is limited in practice and is nowadays mostly replaced by more effective alternatives like the Ice Bazooka. For collectors or traditional fans, the pre-cooler can still be an exciting element in the setup – also visually.
