When it comes to metal stem bubble bongs, the filter design plays an important role in how the bong looks, feels and moves air.
MWP has developed its own distinctive Gatling Gun Filter, a registered technology designed specifically for its metal stem bubble bong range. The design takes inspiration from the rotating barrels of a Gatling gun and changes the way air enters the water chamber.
Instead of relying on a single opening at the end of the metal stem, the MWP Gatling Gun Filter uses a specially designed silicone head with six small air outlets.
The result is a distinctive stream of smaller bubbles that makes the filtration process more active and visually impressive.
What Is the MWP Gatling Gun Filter?
The Gatling Gun Filter is located at the bottom of the MWP metal stem, where the stem meets the water chamber.
A specially shaped silicone head is fitted to the end of the metal stem. Rather than allowing air to enter through one larger opening, the silicone head divides the incoming airflow across six smaller openings.
This is where the Gatling Gun name comes from.
The six-hole arrangement resembles the multiple barrels of a Gatling gun, giving the MWP metal stem a filtration system that is immediately recognisable.
Explore MWP Gatling Gun Filter products at MWP Collection.
Why Six Small Holes Instead of One Large Opening?
The size and number of air openings can change the way air interacts with the water.
With a conventional single opening, a larger stream of air enters the water at one point. The MWP Gatling Gun Filter distributes that airflow through six smaller outlets.
This creates more individual streams of air entering the water at the same time.
1. Smaller, More Active Bubbles
One of the most noticeable features of the Gatling Gun Filter is the bubble pattern.
The six smaller outlets produce multiple streams of bubbles rather than one larger stream. As the air travels through the water, this creates a finer and more active bubbling effect.
For MWP users, this is not just about filtration — it also gives the bong a distinctive visual character.
2. More Contact Between Air and Water
The multiple outlets spread the airflow across a larger area inside the water chamber.
This increases the interaction between the incoming air and the water, creating the characteristic bubbling action associated with the MWP Gatling Gun Filter.
The result is a filtration experience that feels different from a traditional single-opening metal stem.
3. A Distinctive Airflow Experience
The six-hole design also changes the way airflow feels when drawing through the bong.
Instead of one concentrated stream entering the water, the airflow is divided between multiple smaller outlets.
Depending on the water level and the specific MWP bong design, this can create a smoother and more active bubbling sensation while maintaining a strong draw.
This is one of the reasons MWP metal stem bubble bongs have developed such a distinctive following.
Does the Gatling Gun Filter Make Smaller Bubbles?
Yes — the main purpose of the six-hole design is to break the incoming airflow into multiple smaller streams.
Smaller openings generally produce smaller individual bubbles than a single larger opening, although the final bubble size also depends on factors such as:
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Water level
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Airflow
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Drawing speed
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Bong chamber design
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Condition of the filter
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Amount of water used
The six-hole Gatling Gun Filter is therefore only one part of the overall MWP filtration system.
Why Is It Called a "Gatling Gun" Filter?
The name comes from the appearance of the filter itself.
The six openings are arranged in a way that resembles the multiple barrels of a Gatling gun.
When viewed from underneath, the silicone filter has a distinctive multi-opening design that immediately separates it from a conventional metal stem.
It is both a functional component and a recognisable part of MWP's product design.
Does It Make the Bong Easier to Use?
The MWP Gatling Gun Filter is designed to provide a balanced combination of airflow and water interaction.
Because the incoming air is divided into six smaller streams, the bubbling action can feel more distributed through the water chamber.
For many users, this produces a more active filtration sensation without requiring an excessively aggressive draw.
However, the experience will vary from person to person. Water level, bong size and drawing technique all affect the final airflow.
Can It Help Reduce Harshness?
Water filtration can help cool and filter smoke before it reaches the user, and the MWP Gatling Gun Filter is designed to increase the interaction between the incoming airflow and water.
The smaller bubbles created by the six outlets provide more individual air streams through the water.
This can contribute to a cooler and smoother-feeling experience compared with an unfiltered setup.
It is important to remember that water filtration does not eliminate the potential health risks associated with smoking or inhaling smoke.
The MWP Difference
The Gatling Gun Filter is one of the features that distinguishes MWP metal stem bubble bongs from many conventional metal stem designs.
MWP has combined:
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A metal stem
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A silicone Gatling Gun Filter
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Six individual air outlets
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Bubble-style water filtration
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A distinctive airflow design
The result is a filtration system that is immediately recognisable as MWP.
For customers looking for a metal stem bubble bong in Australia, the Gatling Gun Filter is one of the key MWP features worth understanding before choosing a bong.
How to Get the Best Performance From a Gatling Gun Filter
The filter works best when it is kept clean and the bong is filled with an appropriate amount of water.
Too little water may reduce the filtration effect, while too much water can increase resistance and potentially result in water reaching the mouthpiece.
For the best experience:
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Use clean water.
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Make sure the six filter openings are not blocked.
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Use an appropriate water level for your particular MWP bong.
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Clean the silicone filter regularly.
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Avoid damaging or deforming the silicone head.
Keeping the Gatling Gun Filter clean helps maintain consistent airflow and bubbling performance.
A Small Component With a Big Difference
The MWP Gatling Gun Filter may look like a small component at the bottom of the metal stem, but it has a significant effect on the way the bong interacts with water.
By transforming one larger air entry point into six smaller outlets, MWP creates a distinctive bubbling pattern, increased airflow distribution and the characteristic Gatling Gun appearance.
It is a simple idea with a very recognisable result — and one of the features that makes MWP metal stem bubble bongs different from standard designs.
If you are comparing different types of metal stem bongs or bubble bongs, understanding the filtration system is just as important as looking at the design, size and materials.
The MWP Gatling Gun Filter is a good example of how a small change in airflow design can create a completely different filtration experience.
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