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Varrox oxalic acid vaporizer (BioVet)
€ 123,95
The original VARROX oxalic acid vaporizer from Andermatt Biovet for vaporizing oxalic acid. The vaporizer must be connected to a battery or via a 12V inverter - minimum 150 watts, 12A. The vaporizer has a power of 150 watts. The vaporization kills Varroa mites in the beehive. A 12V car battery can be used as a power source, minimum 12A and a capacity > 40Ah. The oxalic acid vaporizer comes with 2 measuring spoons of 1 gram (attached to the back of the metal hexagon).
The height of the vaporization plate is 8 mm and the width is 5 cm.
Before use, also read the comprehensive manual (pdf) -
see download at the bottom of this page!
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How do you use the varroa vaporizer?
The varroa cleaner or oxalic acid vaporizer is a product used to treat winter bees with oxalic acid against varroa mites through sublimation. Sublimation is a process where oxalic acid crystals are converted into vapor through high temperature (250 – 300 degrees). The vapor spreads throughout the beehive / bee cluster. It is a safe method for the bees.
The treatment is performed at a temperature between 2 and 10 degrees and is applied only once per generation of bees. Preferably in November or December when there is no or little brood, which is very important when controlling varroa mites with oxalic acid.
Application
Place the recommended amount of 1 - 2 grams of oxalic acid in the bowl of the varroa vaporizer. Then slide the board into the beehive and connect the device to 12 volts for 2.5 minutes. After that, disconnect and leave the varroa vaporizer in the beehive for another minute.
You can then repeat this procedure for the next beehive.
Working safely
The beekeeper is strongly advised to wear a protective face mask (half face mask). The beekeeper must absolutely not inhale the vapors! And work so that the vapors blow away from you.
Always use materials with care. If you doubt the operation, consult an experienced beekeeper. Always wear protective clothing when necessary and take precautions.