Ball material comparison

Higher density balls can store the heat longer and provide a smoother experience due to the slower temperature buildup.
Lower density balls heat up more quickly and can deliver a punchier hit.
Stainless Steel Zirconia (default) Silicone Carbide Boro Glass
Density 7.87 g/cc 5.68 g/cc 3.21 g/cc 2.23 g/cc
Fill weight 5.6 g 4.1 g 2.2 g 1.6 g
Thermal conductivity 16.3 W/m•K 1.1 W/m•K 120 W/m•K 2.5 W/m•K
Wand temp. 1* 320°C / 600°F 290°C / 550°F 260°C / 490°F 250°C / 470°F
Wand temp. 2* 430°C / 800°F 400°C / 740°F 360°C / 670°F 350°C / 650°F

* Wand temp. 1: Heating until the "Time over" message.
* Wand temp. 2: Heating until the pulsing red indicator light changes to solid red.