How to Clean a Keychain Pipe | Pop's Cannabis

Clean a keychain pipe by disassembling it, removing the screen, soaking the parts in 90 percent isopropyl alcohol for 20 to 30 minutes, scrubbing the bowl and stem with a pipe cleaner, rinsing with warm water, and letting every part air-dry before reassembly.

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Prerequisites

Set up a cleaning station with ventilation and a stable work surface. Keep flame sources out of the area while the alcohol is open.

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• 90 percent or higher isopropyl alcohol
• Pipe cleaners
• Cotton swabs
• Tweezers
• Small glass jar with a lid
• Paper towels or clean cloth
• Warm water
• Nitrile gloves and eye protection

Do not use salt on painted, anodized, or polished metal parts. Salt can dull the finish. Use a soft brush or cotton swab instead.

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Step-by-step cleaning

1. Empty loose ash from the bowl into a trash can.
2. Disassemble the pipe at any threaded or removable joints.
3. Remove the screen with tweezers.
4. Place the pipe parts in a small glass jar.
5. Pour 90 percent isopropyl alcohol into the jar until the parts are covered.
6. Let the parts soak for 20 to 30 minutes.
7. Scrub the bowl interior with a pipe cleaner.
8. Push a pipe cleaner through the stem until it exits the mouthpiece.
9. Wipe the threads and exterior with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.
10. Rinse the parts under warm running water.
11. Shake off excess water over the sink.
12. Place the parts on a clean towel.
13. Let the parts air-dry for at least 30 minutes.
14. Reinstall the screen.
15. Reassemble the pipe.

Stubborn resin

If resin remains after the first soak, repeat the alcohol soak for another 20 minutes. Then scrub the bowl with a fresh pipe cleaner. For a metal pipe with a narrow stem, use a pipe cleaner folded in half to reach the corners. Do not scrape the bowl with a knife or screwdriver. Sharp tools can gouge the metal and create spots that trap resin.

Drying and storage

Water left in the stem can dilute the next bowl and leave a metallic taste. Shake the parts, wipe the threads, and let the pipe sit open until no moisture remains. Store the keychain pipe in a dry pouch or case. Keep it away from keys and loose coins that can scratch the finish.

Safety notes

Isopropyl alcohol is flammable. Use it away from open flames, pilot lights, and smoking materials. Work in a ventilated area and wear gloves if you have sensitive skin. Keep the alcohol and dirty cleaning supplies out of reach of children and pets. Discard used alcohol and resin in a sealed container according to local rules.