The Puffco New Proxy is a modular e-cigarette pipe: a compact battery-powered base with a 3D chamber and a single button that attaches to a hand-blown borosilicate glass pipe. You can use it with four preset heat settings or connect it to the Puffco Connect app to adjust the temperature, session length, and lights. It's the updated version of the Proxy, with a taller chamber that reduces splashing and accommodates larger loads.
Who is Puffco New Proxy for?
- For those who want a portable concentrate vapethat is more compact than a desktop e-rig.
- For those who love customization: the app allows you to adjust the temperature, cycle duration, steam intensity and lights.
- For those who appreciate design and want to change the glass over time: the base is compatible with all the glass in the Proxy collection.
- Those looking for a dry, direct shot, without water to refill and change.
Less suitable if… you do many sessions a day away from an outlet (Puffco recommends around 15 sessions per charge) or if you prefer filtered, water-cooled vapor: in this case the Puffco Peak is more suitable.
This pipe-shaped model is highly sought after for its design as well as its performance.
Customers are very satisfied; just be careful to handle it with care.
Design and materials
The Proxy was designed as a modular object. The base is a cylindrical block containing the battery, electronics, and chamber, with a button and an LED bar. Above it sits a borosilicate glass pipe, which acts as both a vapor path and a mouthpiece. The chamber is closed with the Joystick Cap, which regulates the airflow.
Modularity is its strong point: Puffco declares that all Proxy bases are compatible with all Proxy glasses. The same base can therefore be switched from the included pipe to other pieces in the Proxy collection, such as water glasses, without changing the device.
Compared to the original Proxy, the new version has a 3D camera, which is higher to reduce splashes. According to Puffco it doesn't have the 3D XL camera or wireless charging, which remain on the higher-end models.
Heating and temperature profiles
The New Proxy heats by conduction through the 3D chamber; according to Puffco the firmware maintains a constant temperature as you inhale. There are four preset levels, recognizable by the color of the light:
- Blue (low): About 254°C (490°F), most flavor-oriented.
- Green (medium): approximately 266°C (510°F), balanced.
- Red (high): About 277°C (530°F), plus steam.
- White (maximum): approximately 285°C (545°F), the highest level.
After heating, you can activate the Boost function with a double click: it extends the cycle and raises the temperature of the current shot.
app Puffco Connect , presets become customizable: you can change the temperature, session duration, mist level, and lighting. To connect the device, hold down the button for 6 seconds until the light turns blue, then select it in the app. The app can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play; on iPhone, Puffco recommends using the Path browser, following the instructions on the support page.
Recommended strategy: Start with blue or green to see how your material responds. If vapor is poor, try red or Boost before increasing the load. White is useful with larger loads, but tends to sacrifice some flavor.
Atomizer and loading
The Proxy 3D Chamber is taller than the previous one. Puffco describes it as designed to reduce splattering during heating and better preserve flavor, as well as accommodate larger loads. Puffco doesn't specify a capacity in grams.
- Quantity: Start with a small portion, about the size of a grain of rice, and gradually increase the amount.
- How to load: Use the included Loading Tool and deposit the concentrate on the bottom of the chamber.
- Cold is better: loading with the chamber cold avoids getting your hands close to the hot metal.
- Always close with the Joystick Cap before starting the cycle.
The New Proxy is designed for concentrates and extracts, not dry herbs.
Battery and charging
The battery is built-in. Puffco recommends about 15 sessions per charge, depending on the heat level chosen, and about 2 hours for a full charge via USB-C. The manual recommends using a 5V, 1A power supply and charging at temperatures between 0°C and approximately 38°C.
Puffco confirms that you can use the Proxy while it's charging, as long as the battery still has some charge. With three clicks, you can see the remaining percentage; the light changes from green (full charge) to orange and then red (low charge).
If you use it often on the go, it's a good idea to have a USB-C cable or power bank with you.
How to use: step by step
- Charge the base with the included USB-C cable before first use.
- Mount the glass on the base and check that the chamber is inserted correctly.
- Turn on by holding the button for 3 seconds.
- Load a small amount of concentrate into the chamber with the Loading Tool and close with the Joystick Cap.
- Choose your level one click at a time, or set up your profile from the app.
- Start the cycle by double-clicking; when the light indicates it's ready, slowly draw from the pipe. For more heat, activate the Boost function by double-clicking.
- To cancel a cycle, press and hold the button. Puffco recommends running no more than four consecutive cycles.
- At the end of the session , pass a cotton swab through the warm chamber and turn off the device.
Cleaning and maintenance
- Chamber: After use, when the chamber is warm, remove any residue with a cotton swab moistened with 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol. For a thorough clean, Puffco recommends soaking the chamber, detached from the base, in 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol for 20-30 minutes and letting it dry completely before reassembling.
- Glass: Remove it from the base, soak it in isopropyl alcohol for about 30 minutes, then rinse it well with water and let it dry completely before reattaching it.
- Base: Clean only with an alcohol swab. The manual is clear: do not rinse or soak.
The lights help identify common problems. Three white flashes indicate the camera is not inserted; one red and white flash indicates a camera connection error, which Puffco suggests cleaning the camera in isopropyl alcohol for 20 minutes; a solid red light indicates overheating, and simply let the device rest.
Safety tips
- Allow the camera to cool before touching or removing it: it will be very hot during use.
- Always load with the Loading Tool, never with your fingers.
- Protect the glass: Borosilicate glass is heat-resistant, but not shock-resistant. Use a padded case for transport.
- Respect the breaks: do not start more than 4 cycles in a row and, in case of overheating, wait for the device to return to normal.
- Charge with suitable power supplies (5 V, 1 A) and do not leave the device in the sun or in the car in summer.
Puffco New Proxy Comparison
Puffco New Proxy vs Puffco Peak
The Puffco Peak 's desktop e-rig Puffco: a water-filled glass, up to 35 sessions per charge, and a higher maximum temperature (around 610°F), but no app. The New Proxy is more compact and portable, connects to the app for customizing profiles, and offers a dry hit without water, with around 15 sessions per charge. Peak is for home use and maximum simplicity, while the Proxy is for those who want mobility and control.
Puffco New Proxy vs Focus V Cartat Sport
The Focus V Carta Sport is an e-rig with a glass and water tank and an app for fine-tuning the temperature. Compared to the Proxy, it offers more sessions per charge and filtered vapor, but with the glass and water tank, it's bulkier to carry around. The Proxy wins on the compactness and modularity of the glass; the Carta Sport on battery life and filtration.
Puffco New Proxy vs AUXO Cenote
TheAUXO Cenote features recycled glass with LED lights, a temperature range of up to 340°C (654°F) adjustable via the app, and wireless charging. It's a freestanding device, designed more for home use. The Proxy is easier to carry and has an ecosystem of interchangeable glass panels; the Cenote offers a wider temperature range and a more dramatic presence.
Warranty and assistance
Puffco warrants the Proxy base for 2 years and the camera for 6 months against defects in materials and workmanship. Glass components, normal wear and tear, and damage due to accidents or misuse are not covered; opening the base voids the warranty. Please retain your proof of purchase. On the Puffco , you'll find a dedicated support page for the New Proxy, with guides, troubleshooting tips, and a PDF manual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the New Proxy and the original Proxy?
The New Proxy comes standard with a taller 3D chamber designed to reduce splashes and accommodate larger loads. It doesn't have the 3DXL chamber or wireless charging found on the larger Puffco.
Do you really need the app?
No. The four levels are accessed directly from the button. The app is only useful if you want to customize the temperature, session duration, and lights.
Can I use other glasses?
Yes, Puffco declares all Proxy bases compatible with all glasses in the Proxy collection.
How many sessions does it do on a single charge?
About 15, according to Puffco, depending on the heat level. You can also use it while charging.
Can you vaporize dry herbs?
No, the New Proxy is designed for concentrates and extracts.
How do you dim the LEDs?
Press the button four times to dim the LED bar; four more presses bring it back to full brightness.
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