Match Joint Size
Your ash catcher joint must match the bong joint. The bowl joint on top must also accept your bowl.
Match the joint before you add filtration
Find the Right Ash Catcher Fit
Choose the joint size, joint angle, and filtration style that match your bong. A correct fit keeps the setup stable and helps prevent expensive glass-on-glass guesswork.
Match Joint Angle
Use 45° for angled beaker joints and 90° for upright joints on straight tubes and many rigs.
Choose Filtration
Dry catchers prioritize low drag and easy cleaning. Percolated designs add water filtration and cooling.
Stability check: Added height and weight can shift a bong’s center of gravity. Choose a compact catcher for smaller or narrow-base pieces.
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Ash Catchers
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Monark Glass
Monark 90º 14mm Matrix Recycler Ash Catcher
Regular price $69.00 Sale price $69.00 Regular price
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Monark Glass
Monark 90º 18mm Matrix Recycler Ash Catcher
Regular price $69.00 Sale price $69.00 Regular priceBuild a balanced bong setup
Complete Your Ash Catcher Setup
Choose a Bowl
Match the bowl joint to the opening on top of the ash catcher.
Secure the Joint
Add the correct Keck clip where compatible.
Correct the Fit
Use an adapter only when joint size or gender requires it.
Keep It Clean
Remove residue before it restricts airflow or stains the glass.
Dry or Percolated Ash Catcher?
A dry ash catcher traps debris with minimal added drag and is quick to rinse. A percolated ash catcher adds water diffusion for cooler smoke, but also adds weight and requires more cleaning. Choose function first; extra glass is only an upgrade when the bong remains stable.
How to Use an Ash Catcher
Seat the ash catcher gently in the bong joint, add only enough water to cover its diffusion openings, and insert the matching bowl. Test the draw before use. Water should remain in the catcher instead of draining into the bong.
Ash Catcher Questions
How do I know whether I need a 45° or 90° ash catcher?
Choose 45° for an angled joint, commonly found on beaker bongs. Choose 90° for an upright joint, common on straight tubes and many rigs.
Does the ash catcher joint size need to match my bong?
Yes. A 14mm bong joint needs a compatible 14mm ash catcher connection, while an 18mm bong joint needs an 18mm connection.
Will an ash catcher make a bong tip over?
It can if the catcher is too heavy or extends too far from a small base. Consider the bong’s base width, joint strength, and the catcher’s weight.
What is the difference between a dry and percolated ash catcher?
A dry catcher traps debris with less drag. A percolated catcher uses water and a diffuser for additional filtration and cooling.