Δ9-THCa Decarboxylation Progress Tracker v1.9a

This calculator is designed to help you track the progress of your THCa decarboxylation process. By entering the initial weight of THCa and the current weight of the decarboxylated material, you can estimate the percentage of decarboxylation progress based on the predicted weight of the decarboxylated material.

For more accurate results, it is recommended to use a scale that measures to at least 0.01 grams and to record the weights at regular intervals during the decarboxylation process.


Decarboxylation Progress:

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Welcome to the Δ9-THCa Decarboxylation Progress Tracker, your essential tool for monitoring the conversion of THCa to THC. This intuitive tool not only calculates the percentage of decarboxylation in real-time but also visually displays the progress through dynamic charts and progress bars. With features to save sessions, export data in multiple formats, and reset data for new batches, this tracker enhances your control and efficiency during the decarboxylation process.

  1. Enter Tare Weight: Tare weight is the weight of the vessel without any contents. It is optional, but recommended for accuracy. If you choose not to use tare weight, enter '0' in this field and ensure to manually subtract the vessel weight from the total weight during each measurement to prevent inaccuracies.

    This calculator is specifically designed to streamline measurements in conditions where scales might reset or not retain tare settings, particularly in high-temperature applications. Removing adjustment of tare weight ensures quick, accurate entries and minimizes the risk of prolonged exposure to heat/cold, enhancing both user safety and procedural efficiency. This flexibility is crucial for maintaining consistent data quality during decarboxylation monitoring, especially when working under conditions where speed and safety are paramount.

  2. Input Initial THCa Weight: Input the starting weight of your THCa, ensuring it does not include the tare weight.
  3. Enable Lab Test Mode (Optional): If you're working with additional cannabinoids in solution, enable 'Lab Test Mode' by clicking the corresponding checkbox. This allows you to input the total weight of other cannabinoids based on lab test results or based on a Decarboxulator™ | THCa Analyzer Test Result. If additional cannabinoids are not being used, this step can be skipped.
  4. Start Tracking: Initiate the tracking process by clicking 'Start Tracking.' This locks the initial input fields to prevent changes during tracking. The 'Current Weight' field will become visible for ongoing data entry, and the 'Start Tracking' button will turn into an 'Add Point' button.
  5. Enter Current Total Weight: Periodically, input the total weight of the vessel including all contents. Ensure your scale displays '0.00' without any tare weight adjustment. This is crucial, especially under high heat conditions where scales may not retain tare settings.
  6. Add Data Point: After starting the tracking, use the 'Add Point' button to submit new weight data as you measure. Each entry updates the decarboxylation progress chart and calculations in real-time.
  7. Stop Tracking: To pause or complete your session, use the 'Stop Tracking' button. This action stops data recording and re-enables the input fields for a new session or adjustments.

Additional functionalities:

  • Save Session: Click 'Save Session' to store the current session data as a cookie, allowing for later retrieval or continuation of the session after closing the page.
  • Export Data: Use the export options to download your data or chart in various formats (PNG, JPEG, CSV, ZIP) for reporting or analysis purposes.
  • Clear Session: If you need to start over or clear the current data, click 'Reset Data.' This clears all inputs and data from the session & cookie, resetting the progress bar and charts.

Note: Consistent and accurate weight entry is vital for reliable results. Use a precise scale and maintain regular measurement intervals for best outcomes.


This section outlines the key mathematical formulas used by the decarboxylation tracker:

Initial THCA Weight:

initialTHCAWeight = input

The starting weight of THCA provided by the user.

Expected Final THC Weight:

expectedFinalTHCWeight = initialTHCAWeight * (THC_MW / THCA_MW)

Calculated by converting the initial THCA to THC, considering molecular weight changes due to CO2 loss.

Current Content Weight:

currentContentWeight = currentTotalWeight - tareWeight

Represents the current weight of all materials in the vessel minus the vessel's weight.

Weight Loss So Far:

weightLossSoFar = initialTotalWeight - currentContentWeight

The total weight lost during the process, mainly as CO2 from THCA conversion.

Expected CO2 Loss Weight:

expectedCO2LossWeight = initialTHCAWeight - expectedFinalTHCWeight

Estimates the total weight of CO2 expected to be lost when all THCA is converted to THC.

Decarb Completion:

decarbCompletion = (weightLossSoFar / expectedCO2LossWeight) * 100

Percentage indicating the progress of the decarboxylation process based on the ratio of CO2 lost.

Remaining THCA Weight:

remainingTHCAWeight = initialTHCAWeight - (decarbCompletion / 100) * initialTHCAWeight

The estimated weight of THCA that has not yet converted to THC.

Converted THC Weight:

convertedTHCWeight = (decarbCompletion / 100) * initialTHCAWeight

The weight of THC formed from the decarboxylation of THCA as the process progresses.

Slurry THCA Percent:

slurryTHCAPercent = (remainingTHCAWeight / currentContentWeight) * 100

The percentage of remaining THCA relative to the total current content weight.

Slurry THC Percent:

slurryTHCPercent = (convertedTHCWeight / currentContentWeight) * 100

The percentage of converted THC relative to the total current content weight.

Other Cannabinoid Percent:

otherCannabinoidPercent = (otherCannabinoidWeight / currentContentWeight) * 100

The percentage of other cannabinoids present relative to the total current content weight, if applicable.