5″ ENCORE REMOVABLE DOWNSTEM ASH CATCHER

The 5″ Encore Removable Downstem Ash Catcher is a glass add-on for your favorite bong or rig, built for smokers who are tired of scrubbing their main piece every other day. It catches ash and junk before it ever hits your base water, while the included 3.5-inch (89mm) downstem adds extra diffusion for smoother pulls. If you like your daily driver looking (and hitting) clean, this is the kind of upgrade you feel on the first bowl.

Why It Works

• Keep your main piece cleaner, longer — Ash and debris collect in the catcher first, so your actual bong stays clearer and smells better between deep cleans.
• Smoother, cooler hits — The removable 3.5-inch (89mm) downstem adds another layer of water diffusion so your hits feel less harsh on the throat.
• Easy to clean when it gets gunked up — Simple, straight-forward glass design with a removable downstem means you can shake and soak it instead of scrubbing weird corners.
• Swappable downstem setup — The removable downstem lets you experiment with other compatible downstems if you like to tweak diffusion or color match a setup.
• Protects your investment — Taking the abuse in front means less staining, less resin buildup, and fewer “how did this crack?” moments on your favorite piece.
• Looks clean on the table — Sleek borosilicate glass with a color logo decal gives you that matching-accessory vibe instead of a random Frankenstein attachment.

Best For

This 5″ Encore ash catcher is made for daily smokers who hate how fast their glass gets nasty but still want to burn bowls or snap hits regularly. It’s ideal if your current setup rips hard but feels a little harsh, and you want extra diffusion without swapping to a whole new piece. If you’re building out a full station with grinders, tools, and backup bowls, it slots right in with other essential smoke shop products as a smart “why didn’t I get this sooner” add-on.

How to Use It

Using the 5″ Encore Removable Downstem Ash Catcher is simple: you plug it into your bong or rig’s joint like any other attachment, and then drop the included 3.5-inch downstem into the ash catcher itself. Your bowl goes into the catcher (instead of directly into your main piece), so all that ash, resin, and dirty water lives in the catcher first.

As you burn through bowls, the ash will settle in this piece instead of hammering your main chamber. When it’s time to clean up, just remove the catcher, pop out the downstem, and rinse or soak it away from your main setup so you’re not juggling a big, full piece over the sink. Setting it on a dab mat while you load and clear bowls keeps your table safe from drips and wet glass rings.

Cleaning is straightforward: let everything cool off, dump the dirty water, and rinse out loose bits. For a deeper reset, a soak in isopropyl alcohol, then a thorough rinse and dry before reuse, will keep it looking fresh and clear.

Specifications

Fit & Compatibility

This ash catcher is designed to play nice with standard glass water pipes and rigs, but you’ll want to double-check your joint specs before you grab one. Make sure your piece’s joint size and angle match the ash catcher you’re buying, and that it can handle a bit of extra weight without feeling tippy. If you’re running multiple attachments or have a more complex setup, pairing this with sturdy, wide-foot rigs from our silicone bongs & rigs collection can help things stay upright and stress-free.

What You Get

• 1 × 5″ Encore glass ash catcher
• 1 × removable 3.5″ glass downstem
• Color logo decal detail (varies by colorway)

FAQ

• Will this ash catcher fit my bong or rig?
  It’ll fit as long as your joint size and angle match the model you pick. Check your piece’s joint size and orientation first—if they line up, this will slide in like any other glass attachment and act as a clean pre-stage before your main chamber.
• Does using an ash catcher really make cleaning easier?
  Yes. Most of the ash, resin, and dirty water ends up stuck in the catcher instead of your main piece, so when it’s time to clean, you’re mostly dealing with this smaller chamber and downstem instead of a whole tube or beaker. For long-term storage between deep cleans, keeping your setup dry and your stash sealed in proper concentrate jars or similar containers also helps your space stay fresher.
• How do I clean the removable downstem?
  Pull it out of the ash catcher, rinse off loose residue, then soak it in isopropyl alcohol if it’s really caked. Rinse with warm water afterward and let it dry completely before putting it back into the catcher so you’re not reintroducing dirty liquid.
• Can I swap the included downstem for another one?
  You can, as long as the replacement downstem matches the same joint sizing and length style. A lot of people like to experiment with different downstem cuts or colors to tune the way it bubbles or to match the rest of their setup, similar to how they mix and match with other dab tools and accessories.
• Will this make my hits smoother or just cleaner?
  Both. The ash catcher keeps your base water cleaner and adds another water chamber through the 3.5-inch (89mm) downstem, so you get extra diffusion on top of what your main piece already does. That combo usually means less harshness and less “burnt” taste when you’re a few bowls into a sesh.
• Is this OK for clumsy people or should I go for something tougher?
  It’s made from borosilicate glass, which is solid for heat and everyday use, but it will still break if dropped or knocked hard. If you’re known for bumping the coffee table or seshing on the go, you might want a backup piece or some more rugged gear from our broader storage & packaging options to keep things safe when you’re traveling or putting pieces away.
• Can I use this with other accessories like reclaim catchers or specialty bowls?
  You can stack accessories as long as your joints all line up and your piece stays balanced. Just keep in mind that each extra attachment adds weight and leverage to your joint, so don’t go too wild unless your base piece is super sturdy. If you’re experimenting with different setups or handling sticky concentrates, using liners from our parchment papers or nonstick gear can help keep the rest of your gear cleaner too.