Lamps from mosquitoes for the street and the house

Many people like to get together on a warm summer evening in a friendly company or with their family in the gazebo, on the veranda, to relax after workdays and enjoy a pleasant evening cool. That's just to overshadow such a pleasure with ease can mosquitoes. The bites of these blood-sucking insects are accompanied by severe itching, allergic reactiondelivering great discomfort to a person. A real salvation in such a situation will be lamps from mosquitoes, which perform not only the function of a trap, but also serve as an additional source of lighting. It is about them that will be discussed in this article.

Instrument Features

Mosquito exterminators There are two types: an electric mosquito lamp with UV radiation and an insecticide lamp.

Ultraviolet lamp

In appearance, such a mosquito lamp resembles an ordinary street lamp weighing from 1 to 2 kg. The dimensions of the protective device do not exceed 30 cm. This device has special LEDs that emit ultraviolet rays. They are protected by a grid through which a weak electric discharge of current passes. It is he who acts on mosquitoes flying in the bright light of a lamp.

Street lamps from mosquitoes can be fueled by both an electric network and solar panels.

On a note!

The mosquito UV lamp is also effective against butterflies, moths and even flies.

Depending on the brand, mosquito repellent bulbs have a certain radius of action, within which the device guarantees protection against blood-sucking insects. The exposure area can vary between 30-100 square meters. m

Advantages

A device of this type has a lot of advantages:

• Safe from an environmental point of view. A street lamp from mosquitoes is completely harmless to children and pets.
• A simple and convenient way to use - just connect the device to the mains. There are also mobile options on batteries or batteries.
• Long service life in compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Practicality - combining backlight and trap functions.

disadvantages

However, lamps with UV radiation have several disadvantages:

• The device is effective only in the dark. However, if a mosquito flies next to a person, then it is unlikely that he will refuse the opportunity to "have lunch".
• In contact with the metal grid, a small discharge of current is inevitable.
• The need for regular cleaning of dead insects.
• You can’t install such electric traps in wet rooms.

Insecticidal lamp

Mosquito repellent lamps are a more effective protection against bloodsuckers. The principle of their action is very similar to the usual classic fumigator. The devices are equipped with special gas tanks and plates, which, when heated, release the active component.

An insecticidal lamp against mosquitoes has its positive and negative nuances.

Advantages

• The effectiveness of the device is achieved due to the spread of insecticidal components in the air.Therefore, the device will affect all insects that are in the room.
• This type of device has a simple principle of use and a long service life.

disadvantages

• Insecticidal fumes entering the air are unsafe for the human respiratory tract. In addition, they quickly erode, and therefore the effect of the device on insects ceases.
• Devices of this type have a small range.

Overview of the most popular appliances

Below are the devices that are very popular among consumers.

ThermaCell Scout Camp Lantern

Mosquito lamp ThermaCell Scout Camp Lantern of repellent type, which can be used both indoors (no more than 20 sq. M.), And on the street. The device weighing 1 kg has 4 lighting modes, runs on finger batteries. The kit contains a butane cartridge and 3 replacement plates.

After only a few minutes of work ThermaCell devices the required amount of insecticidal substance is released, which contributes to the creation of a protective zone with a radius of 2.25 m. The cost of such a mobile device is within 4000 rubles.

Terminator

Lamp Terminator are made in several variations. Among them, you can pick up both a lamp for a summer residence, and a lamp for the house. Some models are plugged in, while others are powered by batteries.

• The model number I is the most affordable option, its average cost ranges from 650 rubles. The device operating from the mains is designed for an area of ​​not more than 30 square meters. m
• Model number II is an electric lamp from flies and mosquitoes, which has a 2 times larger area of ​​impact. The price is about 1000 rubles.
• Model numbered III - a device of the same impact area in which the functions are combined mosquito traps and a lighting lamp. If desired, they can be used individually. The presence of autonomous mode and charging from the mains are another advantage of the device. The price range varies within 1300 rubles.
• Model number IV - is an advanced device with a robust housing. Thanks to what many use such a lamp from mosquitoes for the street. Its approximate cost is 1700 rubles.
• Model number V is a device with powerful ultraviolet radiation that attracts all winged insects, including mosquitoes. Such a lamp is intended for the home, the reason for this is the lack of a visor. The device costs about 3,500 rubles.

Feedback

Bought Terminator lamps on the advice of neighbors. Now evening tea parties can be carried out in the yard - mosquitoes will not interfere. Used to folk remedies, but there was no such effect. I advise.

Igor, Vinnitsa

Ramp

A solar-powered lamp incorporates ultraviolet and white LEDs. The first ones serve to attract insects: a mosquito in contact with the grate dies from an electric shock. The second - do not affect pests, they are used only as lighting. A special photo relay automatically turns off the backlight mode during daylight hours. The price of the lamp ranges from 2000-2200 rubles.

Feedback

Save ourselves from mosquitoes in the country Skat lantern. We are very pleased with this invention of mankind: you can sit in the gazebo and not be afraid to spend the night.

Natalya Grozny

MK

Devices of this brand belong to anti mosquito repellentare made in several configurations. Can work both from a network, and from solar batteries. Thanks to special rods, the lamps are able to stand firmly on the ground, they can also be suspended using a ring on hooks. Depending on the model, the impact area also varies (the maximum is 60 sq. M.).

The principle of using the lamp is quite simple: the charged lamp is put in the right position (for lighting or catching mosquitoes). When it gets dark, the device automatically starts to work. The device turns off by switching the lever to the zero position. The cost is in the range of 900-1200 rubles.

Mosquito Stop Lantern by SWISSINNO

Repellent Flashlight - Effective mosquito and midge protection in street conditions, has a flawless design. Powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries. The heating element is a candle, which is also included. When heated, the repellent plate begins to evaporate the active substance (1 piece is designed for 4 hours). The lamp can also be used in rooms with an area of ​​not more than 20 square meters. m. Its cost is about 2300 rubles.

Feedback

We often go fishing, so the Mosquito Stop Lantern lamp is a real find for us. You can sit at least all night and not find a single mosquito bite. It acts almost immediately after switching on. In addition, it takes up very little space. Super little thing. Recommend.

Leonid, Moscow