Cannabis capsules

[Oscarzuma]

A rainy morning has inspired me to have a go at mj capsule making. I'm aiming for doses between 10-15 MG per to allow for the missus to consume as well as others not used to big highs. My calculations indicate 13g of weed into a half cup of oil should yield around 100 doses at about 15mg.
I thinking a half cup is 24 tsp which will fill more than the 100 size 0 caps I have on hand. I'm using mct oil and lecithin as binding agents. I'm decarbing now.
Any thoughts? I've never gone the capsule route, always making canna oil for cooking previously. It'd be nice not to have sweets involved.

 

[greenmobster440]

A rainy morning has inspired me to have a go at mj capsule making. I'm aiming for doses between 10-15 MG per to allow for the missus to consume as well as others not used to big highs. My calculations indicate 13g of weed into a half cup of oil should yield around 100 doses at about 15mg.
I thinking a half cup is 24 tsp which will fill more than the 100 size 0 caps I have on hand. I'm using mct oil and lecithin as binding agents. I'm decarbing now.
Any thoughts? I've never gone the capsule route, always making canna oil for cooking previously. It'd be nice not to have sweets involved.

I've never done this either sooo...

 

[Hippie420]

Hope the oil doesn't melt the caps.

 

[Oscarzuma]

Hope the oil doesn't melt the caps.

I'll have to let it cool before filling them. Not so cool it solidifies.
My wife has been using gummies in the evening to relax and improve her sleep since she gave up alcohol a few months ago. She only wants 5 or 10 MG at a time. It may take some experimenting to get the doses adjusted.

 

[Red-Eyes]

A rainy morning has inspired me to have a go at mj capsule making. I'm aiming for doses between 10-15 MG per to allow for the missus to consume as well as others not used to big highs. My calculations indicate 13g of weed into a half cup of oil should yield around 100 doses at about 15mg.
I thinking a half cup is 24 tsp which will fill more than the 100 size 0 caps I have on hand. I'm using mct oil and lecithin as binding agents. I'm decarbing now.
Any thoughts? I've never gone the capsule route, always making canna oil for cooking previously. It'd be nice not to have sweets involved.

Hi,
Unless I’m wrong, I’ve always used the standard formula I found online for Mg per ounce
Depending on potency.
Example: you are using 13 g of herb (let’s assume for practical purposes it’s 20% THC rated, which would be about 22% THCA.(THCA another subject. I will discuss at the end of this.)
Using 20% simply add a zero to it so (200 x 13= 2600 Mg)
2600/100= 26mg per dose Thc.
((Let’s calculate the THC mg for 1 gram of flower labeled as having 15% THC:
1 g = 1000 milligrams
1000 mg X 15% = 150 mg THC))
But, It’s easier for me just to add a zero to THC %
Note:
You may be interested in
“THC Powder “,
basically allows the
Pot oil to be activated faster in the body (put in capsules or mixed with liquids, or baked goods)
Article —
What Is Water-Soluble THC Powder And How Is It Used?

*******************************
I use the Thc Mg formula when making my homemade Hash Oil using Everclear at -55f., for filling my capsules, but mainly for clean vaping —The article below taught me how to do it (ends, and out you figure out after using the process several times)
Google this article—
CANNABIS OIL QWET EXTRACTION BATTLE OF THE WASH: DRY ICE VS. FREEZER

******************************
Recently though, I had older pot from Past grows that needed to be used up.
After hearing positive reviews on raw THCA marijuana
(NOT decarboxylated) for arthritic pain.
THCA as you may know or not, is the precursor raw form before THC, and it does not get you high because it does not affect or bind to the CB1 cannabinoid receptor in the brain, it only affects the CB2 receptor in the body. CB2 receptor is what I consider the gateway to pre-arthritic pain. After experimenting with capsules filled with ground NON decarboxylated marijuana 1/8 or 1/4 g, I was actually shocked at how well it worked.
So after one month, my wife, who also has problems sleeping because of arthritic pain in her shoulders now swallows three or four capsules a week when she needs them.
I’m retired and most of my friends are but we work part-time jobs to make ends meet unfortunately they involve moving heavy objects. I take one or two capsules a day before work and they are great.
1/4 g in a double O capsule works fine for me… I made a little jig using an old peanut butter jar lid & drill bit…You can place 4-6-8 empty capsules in the holes and fill (using a gram scale pre-weigh the ground powder & scrape powder into empty capsules & pac down, really a quick way to make 100 of these things.
Good articles—
THCA: A Minor Cannabinoid with Potential For Use in Major Ways
Published 2 months ago on August 12, 2024
OR
THCA vs. THC: What’s the Difference?

THCA powder
1/8Gr .125 (20%Thc Pot) = 25Mg
1/4Gr .250 “. “. “. “. =50Mg
((Remember don’t need more than 45Mg max, slight dizziness @ 90Mg, but everybody’s different)) !

Happy Trails

 

[Glassdis]

A rainy morning has inspired me to have a go at mj capsule making. I'm aiming for doses between 10-15 MG per to allow for the missus to consume as well as others not used to big highs. My calculations indicate 13g of weed into a half cup of oil should yield around 100 doses at about 15mg.
I thinking a half cup is 24 tsp which will fill more than the 100 size 0 caps I have on hand. I'm using mct oil and lecithin as binding agents. I'm decarbing now.
Any thoughts? I've never gone the capsule route, always making canna oil for cooking previously. It'd be nice not to have sweets involved.

Sounds like a solid plan! Using MCT oil and lecithin should help with absorption and make for smooth, consistent dosing. Your math on the doses seems about right, though it might be worth double-checking to make sure each cap is close to that 10-15mg range, especially if some users are new to edibles. Decarbing is key, so you’re spot-on there! The capsule route is great if you want an alternative to sweets and more controlled dosing. Let us know how it turns out—sounds like you’re well on your way!

 

[Oscarzuma]

I filled 117 size 0 capsules with my mix. I had a little mix left over but ran out of capsules. After two days of testing, I'm thinking I achieved my goal of around 10 MG per. I used medical weed for this experiment because it was tested for potency. It was GMO and tested at 27% thc. So I feel the math works. My wife tried one last night and was pleased. 15mg would be too much for her, but two caps gave me an easy restful high. These are good sleep aids thanks to the GMO. Next time, I'll use something more sativa leaning to get my preferred high.

 

[Oscarzuma]

Hi,
Unless I’m wrong, I’ve always used the standard formula I found online for Mg per ounce
Depending on potency.
Example: you are using 13 g of herb (let’s assume for practical purposes it’s 20% THC rated, which would be about 22% THCA.(THCA another subject. I will discuss at the end of this.)
Using 20% simply add a zero to it so (200 x 13= 2600 Mg)
2600/100= 26mg per dose Thc.
((Let’s calculate the THC mg for 1 gram of flower labeled as having 15% THC:
1 g = 1000 milligrams
1000 mg X 15% = 150 mg THC))
But, It’s easier for me just to add a zero to THC %
Note:
You may be interested in
“THC Powder “,
basically allows the
Pot oil to be activated faster in the body (put in capsules or mixed with liquids, or baked goods)
Article —
What Is Water-Soluble THC Powder And How Is It Used?

*******************************
I use the Thc Mg formula when making my homemade Hash Oil using Everclear at -55f., for filling my capsules, but mainly for clean vaping —The article below taught me how to do it (ends, and out you figure out after using the process several times)
Google this article—
CANNABIS OIL QWET EXTRACTION BATTLE OF THE WASH: DRY ICE VS. FREEZER

******************************
Recently though, I had older pot from Past grows that needed to be used up.
After hearing positive reviews on raw THCA marijuana
(NOT decarboxylated) for arthritic pain.
THCA as you may know or not, is the precursor raw form before THC, and it does not get you high because it does not affect or bind to the CB1 cannabinoid receptor in the brain, it only affects the CB2 receptor in the body. CB2 receptor is what I consider the gateway to pre-arthritic pain. After experimenting with capsules filled with ground NON decarboxylated marijuana 1/8 or 1/4 g, I was actually shocked at how well it worked.
So after one month, my wife, who also has problems sleeping because of arthritic pain in her shoulders now swallows three or four capsules a week when she needs them.
I’m retired and most of my friends are but we work part-time jobs to make ends meet unfortunately they involve moving heavy objects. I take one or two capsules a day before work and they are great.
1/4 g in a double O capsule works fine for me… I made a little jig using an old peanut butter jar lid & drill bit…You can place 4-6-8 empty capsules in the holes and fill (using a gram scale pre-weigh the ground powder & scrape powder into empty capsules & pac down, really a quick way to make 100 of these things.
Good articles—
THCA: A Minor Cannabinoid with Potential For Use in Major Ways
Published 2 months ago on August 12, 2024
OR
THCA vs. THC: What’s the Difference?

THCA powder
1/8Gr .125 (20%Thc Pot) = 25Mg
1/4Gr .250 “. “. “. “. =50Mg
((Remember don’t need more than 45Mg max, slight dizziness @ 90Mg, but everybody’s different)) !

Happy Trails

Great information.
The math works out, I'm happy that the potency is about where I wanted it.
That's fascinating info on thca for arthritis, my wife and I both suffer after doing physical work our entire lives. And I have no shortage of material from old grows. After picking up more empty capsules, I'll be trying the thca as well as more of the standard ones.

 

[greenmobster440]

Good to hear they worked out for ya. When I decide to do this I may hit you up with some questions. I bookmarked this thread.