The Aperture

A halogen-heat device, hand-built from exotic wood and stainless steel.

Overview

The Aperture — a halogen-heated piece designed for clean, controlled vapor, capable of larger loads with a large thermal mass (borosilicate balls).  Also, a 22mm Diffuser head compatible with a multitude of bowls.   Each one is made to order from [primary wood species] and [secondary/accent woods], finished to bring out the figure of the wood.

The Aperture is also  optionally capable,  with the correct power source, of wireless usage (for a period of time).  Using a magnetic power connection allows the Aperture to be easily disconnected from power and an easy reconnection to power. 

How it works

A bare  20W halogen bulb provides the heat source, mounted in a stainless steel tube filled with borosilicate balls.  Airpath is Stainless Steel.

Materials & build

• Body: [woods] — turned, finished, and oiled by hand.
• Heat tube: 13mm stainless steel.
• Heat source: bare halogen bulb, [20W].
• Power: DC Power, Variable Wattage needed. 

Variations

Every Aperture is unique. Wood pairings change with what's on the bench. Browse Available Works to see what's ready to ship, or look at past pieces on the Past Works page for an idea of the range.

Commission

If you have a wood combination in mind — or just want to ask about availability — reach out and we can talk it through before any work begins.