Even mosquito nets are not completely capable of protecting your home from mosquitoes in the summer. In connection with this, people experience great discomfort when looking for effective remedies for annoying insects. The Raptor mosquito fumigator will help you cope with this problem. This small device works on replaceable plates or on the basis of insecticidal liquid, repelling annoying insects. How Raptor works against mosquitoes and how effective its work is, you will learn from this article.
Device Features
Raptor is a great way to get rid of mosquitoes in an apartment or house. High efficiency and simple principle of use are the main advantages of the device.
A mosquito fumigator is a heating element located in a plastic container, which has special wicks and plates impregnated with an insecticidal substance. It is enough to plug the Raptor into a mosquito repellent outlet and, under the influence of temperature, the chemical components begin to evaporate, negatively affecting insects.
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Application of liquid
Raptor mosquito repellent liquid, which contains a pyrethroid, can combat mosquito attacks. This insecticide is found in chamomile; today it is synthesized artificially.
Liquid mosquito repellent Raptor The liquid insecticide is bottled, each of which has instructions for use. It is enough to insert the container with the product into the body of the device and plug it into a power outlet so that the contents of the bottle begin to be sprayed into the air. The result becomes noticeable after 0.5-1 hour
The effectiveness of the procedure depends on the duration of exposure to the device. A small concentration of the substance in the air only repels insects. A stronger saturation of toxic components can even cause the death of pests. The liquid insecticide has virtually no harm to humans. It is only possible that you are allergic to the active ingredient. To avoid leakage of the insecticidal substance, the bottle with liquid must stand vertically (neck up).
Important!
The presence of large amounts of harmful toxic substances in the air can also cause headaches. Therefore, it is not recommended to stay indoors while the device is operating (this also applies to pets), much less leave the device running overnight. To get rid of bloodsuckers, it is enough to use it for no more than 2 hours.
Long shelf life is another advantage of Raptor liquid. It retains its properties for 5 years. The cost of the product varies between 250-300 rubles. If the component runs out, you can make the fumigator liquid yourself.
Review
We save ourselves from mosquitoes at the dacha with Raptor Nekusayka liquid. The result can be observed within 15 minutes. Fast, effective, and most importantly safe - none of my family members are allergic to this product.
Tatyana, Kostroma
Which fumigators are safe?
Natural repellents are considered safe. Plants such as pyrethrum are used to produce them. This is a flower from the aster family. But the process of preparing such bases for a fumigator is very troublesome and expensive. Therefore, most manufacturers abandoned natural ingredients and replaced them with chemicals.
“Due to the fact that they are of natural origin, they decompose very quickly, including in the light. They are photounstable. And they have virtually no residual effect, which is necessary for at least something to die not immediately, but in the long term,” -
explained Mikhail Alekseev.
It turns out that there are simply no safe repellents on the market today. In order not to harm your health, experts advise using fumigators strictly according to the instructions. The main rule –
do not turn them on near the bed or in the children's room.
Application of plates
Raptor plates for protection against insects No less popular and in demand are Raptor plates against mosquitoes and midges.
Now they are produced with almost no odor, but they cope with mosquitoes much better. Mosquito repellent plates should only be used indoors. They are quite effective and easy to use. You just need to insert the plate into a plug-in fumigator, and insects will not disturb your sleep. When heated, the toxic components begin to evaporate, negatively affecting the bloodsuckers: the nervous system of the pests is blocked, resulting in their paralysis. At high concentrations of pyrethroid in the air, insects die. The action of one plate is designed for 8 hours. The cost of packaging (10 pcs.) is within 30-40 rubles. The shelf life of the product is 5 years from the date of manufacture.
Review
We tried Chinese mosquito repellent plates: their smell not only doesn’t help, but also causes a terrible headache. After which, through trial and error, we switched to Raptor; we have been using it for several summers now. We inserted the plate into the fumigator, turned on the device overnight and slept peacefully: no nasty squeaks, no mosquito bites. And considering how much a dozen plates cost, this is simply a super tool. I recommend.
Yulia, Karaganda
Reviews of Raptor against mosquitoes
Oksana
Many people say that using a fumigator leads to various diseases. However, I am sure that this is not the case. I have been using Raptor for many years to protect myself and my children from bloodsuckers. I'm happy with the result. I try to turn on the device 20 minutes before bedtime. The device works all night. Of course, there are days when I simply forget about this device. For this, mosquitoes punish me at night. In the morning I notice numerous bites. As for the debate about the effectiveness of the plates and liquid, I consider them pointless. From personal experience I am convinced that both methods kill mosquitoes. It all depends on personal preference.
Nina
Our apartment is on the first floor. Naturally, with the onset of warm days, when mosquitoes actively begin to crawl out of basements, our entire family is subjected to massive attacks. Mosquito nets only protect window openings. But mosquitoes are able to crawl through the smallest cracks in the floor and baseboards. I consider the Raptor fumigator to be our only salvation. I bought it in a special online store. For such a low cost, we have reliable protection against bloodthirsty insects. Our whole family is satisfied with the effectiveness of this device.
What you should know
When using a fumigator, precautions should be taken.
- The device should only be plugged into a working outlet located at a distance of no closer than 1 m from the bed or sofa.
- To protect a child’s sleep, it is preferable to use special plates or Raptor Nekusaika liquid. One plate is enough for 8 hours of work, a bottle of liquid is enough for a month.
- When the fumigator is switched on, do not handle it with wet hands or leave it unattended.
- It is not recommended to use the device in a room where there are pregnant women and people prone to allergies; there are safer mosquito repellents for pregnant women.
- Aquarium fish and birds cannot tolerate toxic fumes that evaporate during operation.
Precautionary measures
When getting rid of flies indoors, consumers adhere to these recommendations:
- the fumigator is located closer to the floor. They do this because the toxin vapor is lighter than air, so it rises.
- Ventilate the living space (the smaller the room, the more often this is done).
- The device is placed in an open space where there is free access to air.
- After 8-10 hours of continuous operation, be sure to turn off the device.
- If there is an aquarium in the room or there are pets, then do not use a fumigator.
Most manufacturers prefer to produce products that are equally effective against flies, as well as against any other annoying flying pests.
When using any fumigators, it is important to be careful and follow the instructions so that when getting rid of flies you do not harm yourself.
Terms of use
The procedure for using the Raptor aquafumigator against bedbugs, cockroaches, ants and other unwanted neighbors is described in detail in the instructions. Basic rules for using the device:
- When preparing the device for operation, act carefully;
- place the aquafumigator in the center of the room on a flat surface;
- When calculating the dosage, take into account that with the help of one device you can efficiently process no more than 30 m2 of area; if the room is larger, you will need two devices.
To avoid the reappearance of insects, it is recommended to use Raptor against fleas, bedbugs and cockroaches three weeks after the first treatment.
Vial of Prallethrin 1.8%
But the most expensive sample with a large amount of prallethrin completely failed the experiment. In ten and a half minutes of operation of the fumigator, only a few mosquitoes fell. The rest continued to fly as if nothing had happened.
“This product is released through a porous rod. And the only way this can be explained is that the rod does not evaporate liquid very well,” noted Mikhail Alekseev.
Spirals and rods
In addition to products for electronic devices, Raptor is also produced in the form of pyrotechnic fumigators - spirals and rods. To trigger their toxic effect, you need to set fire to the free edge of a pressed tube soaked in insecticide and leave it to smolder.
This method of mosquito protection is good because it protects people within a radius of 3 m, lasts 7 hours and is safe for people and pets. D-allethrin kills the first insects within the first 15 minutes and acts until the spiral completely fades.
Smoldering fumigators are used only outdoors due to their toxicity when the permissible concentration is exceeded. Like other insecticides in the series, Raptor is not recommended for use in places where there are children and pregnant women.
When using spirals and rods, it is not necessary to monitor them, but it is recommended to follow fire safety rules:
- use a metal, ceramic or glass stand;
- do not install near flammable objects;
- keep away from animals and children.
Raptor is a trusted manufacturer that produces some of the most popular mosquito repellents in a variety of convenient formats. Depending on where a person wants to protect himself and his family from insects - indoors or outdoors, everyone can find a suitable effective remedy.
How to use fumigators correctly?
“There are absolutely strict regulations for use: an hour before bedtime, then very thorough ventilation of the room - until complete air exchange. And only after that can you close the windows and sleep,”
said disinfectant doctor Nikolai Dubinin.
Some manufacturers write that their fumigators can be left in the room with the window open at night. But doctors categorically forbid doing this. By morning, you can develop swelling of the mucous membrane - a runny nose and lacrimation will begin.
“These are the very first signs of acute insecticide poisoning. In case of chronic poisoning, the symptoms will be less pronounced,”
Nikolai Dubinin said.
Moreover, fumigators are very dangerous for pets. Especially for aquarium fish. The repellent settles on the water in the form of a film and blocks the access of oxygen.
Operating principle
The product is made in the form of flat rectangular strips of cardboard impregnated with the active substance. The plates are activated using special fumigator devices due to heating and evaporation of toxic impregnation.
The product retains its anti-mosquito effect for 8 hours, after which it changes color to white. The maximum area of the room covered by protective fumes is 20 m2.
The plates are produced in sets of 10 pieces, each of which is sealed in a sealed compartment. The product contains fragrances to give the product a pleasant aroma and insecticides:
- D-allethrin and its derivative esbiotrin. The substance paralyzes the nervous system of mosquitoes and leads to their death.
- DEET. A universal toxin that destroys most insect pests.
- Isopropanol An alcohol whose toxic effect exceeds that of ethanol. Along with the plates, it is part of aerosol sprays against mosquitoes.
- Prallethrin. A synthetic pyrethroid that instantly kills blood-sucking insects.
As additional components, natural repellents are added to the impregnation for the plates - extracts and essential oils of chamomile, cloves, eucalyptus and other plants that repel insects in the wild.
Choosing the best spray, aerosol
This remedy works at the local level; their main purpose is to scare insects away from people. They can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Depending on the spray or aerosol chosen, it can be sprayed either on the skin or only on top of clothing. Among a large set of proposals, only the most effective, safe for the body and with maximum versatility were selected.
Aerosol Mosquitall (Universal)
An inexpensive option with the possibility of universal use, suitable for use inside a building to protect against mosquito bites and flies throughout the day, it can also be used in the forest (this option involves a limited exposure time - no more than three hours).
Minimum age of use is 5 years. It can be applied in small quantities to open areas of the skin (this significantly saves the consumption of the drug). The safe composition makes it possible to treat clothing for further protection against mosquitoes - in this case, experts recommend carrying out the procedure outside.
So, let's look at the main advantages of the presented aerosol from the Mosquitall brand:
- Acceptable aroma;
- Easy to spray;
- Long period of exposure;
- Effective in repelling blood-sucking mosquitoes;
- Barrier from all insects;
- No foam formation.
If we talk about the shortcomings, we can only note the opaque packaging, which is why it is not possible to see the rest. In addition, the spray has a small volume - only 150 milliliters. It should also be noted that the product will not work as long outdoors as it does indoors.
Spraying the aerosol should be carried out at a distance of 20 - 25 centimeters from the skin or clothing (approximately at arm's length).
Aerosol repellent Gardex Naturin
When testing this product, it was proven that if the repellent is applied over clothing, it will be effective for 10 days, provided that it is inside a sealed package.
Aerosol Gardex Naturin is intended for application to the skin. Using the presented spray, you can protect a person from the bite of horseflies, midges, mosquitoes, and other types of insects.
In terms of duration of effectiveness, it lasts about three hours, after which the effectiveness weakens slightly. It is worth noting that the composition is safe for people; the components include alcohol, butane, propane, and the natural ingredients include eucalyptus oil and lemongrass.
Let us highlight the following advantages of the product:
- Pleasant aroma;
- Economical consumption;
- Good atomization;
- No marks on skin/clothing after spraying;
- Low cost.
It also has disadvantages, including:
- Small volume - only 100 milliliters;
- Inconvenient placement in the hand during operation;
- There are some contraindications.
Off Extreme
A budget drug whose effectiveness is almost identical to the above-mentioned sprays. The container contains 100 milliliters of aerosol, the contents of which must be sprayed over clothing or skin, and this must be done outdoors.
Of course, it can also be used inside the home, but complaints about a strong aroma cannot be ruled out. The main feature of the product is its rapid action, which appears within a few seconds after application.
The average duration of action is about four hours, but if the liquid gets on the fabric of clothing, the duration increases to a month if you take protection from mosquitoes, and up to five days - from ticks.
The advantages of Off Extreme are:
- Long lasting barrier against pests;
- Versatility - you can protect yourself from horseflies, fleas, mosquitoes;
- Quick drying after application;
- There is no need for frequent processing - it is enough to do it every three days;
- Does not leave marks on fabric.
Among the disadvantages:
- Presence of preservatives in the composition;
- Small volume of 100 milliliters.
Manufacturers advise paying particular attention to the treatment of exposed areas of the body (without cloth protection). Shake the can before spraying
