InstantVap Original Oxalic Acid Vaporizer - With Battery Protection
Safe, powerful, and field-proven. This unit ensures consistent treatments while protecting your gear.
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The InstantVap 18V is a cordless, high-performance oxalic acid vaporizer trusted by thousands of beekeepers worldwide. Designed for fast and effective varroa mite control, it treats each hive in just 25 seconds, no cords, compressors, or generators required.
Powered by your own 18V tool batteries, this vaporizer delivers pro-level results without the bulk or setup time of traditional vaporizers. Whether you're treating a few hives or an entire bee yard, the InstantVap 18V offers the speed, convenience, and reliability serious beekeepers count on.
Key Features and Benefits
- Cordless and Compatible: Works with DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, and Rigid 18V batteries, no dedicated power pack needed.
- Fast Hive Treatments: Delivers a full oxalic acid dose in just 25 seconds, letting you move quickly through your apiary.
- Adjustable Dosing: Built-in plunger lets you choose between 1g and 4g of oxalic acid depending on your treatment needs.
- Real-Time Voltage Display: Built-in voltage meter shows your remaining battery power before and during use.
- Durable Stainless-Steel Design: Tough, long-lasting body with a replaceable stem for years of dependable service.
- Battery Protection Circuit: Prevents overloads and extends the life of your device and your battery.
Detailed Description
The InstantVap 18V offers serious mite-fighting performance in a cordless format built for convenience. Designed in Hungary and serviced in the U.S., this model vaporizes oxalic acid with precision and power, giving beekeepers a fast and effective way to knock back varroa mite populations.
Unlike traditional corded units, this vaporizer runs on your own 18V tool batteries (sold separately), making it easy to take from hive to hive with no cords or external compressors. Simply preheat, load the plunger with oxalic acid, and treat each colony in seconds. The rugged stainless-steel build holds up to repeated use, while the built-in voltage meter gives you real-time feedback on battery status.
Whether you're managing a few backyard hives or dozens of colonies, the InstantVap 18V gives you pro-level performance and portability.
Usage Instructions
Insert a fully charged 18V battery into the device. Allow the unit to preheat to 445°F. Fill the plunger with 1g–4g of oxalic acid and insert the stem through a 1/4-inch drilled hole or hive entrance. Tap the plunger to release the oxalic acid, which vaporizes immediately. Each hive takes approximately 25 seconds to treat. Always monitor the voltage display and use appropriate protective gear, including a vapor mask.
Battery Tips: Use 5Ah or larger batteries for best performance. For cold weather treatments, consider adding the optional silicone insulation roof to boost efficiency by up to 20%.
Battery Compatibility:
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DeWalt XR
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Milwaukee M18
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Makita 18V LXT
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Rigid 18V
Includes one plunger. Add a second plunger if you'd like to keep moving without stopping to reload!
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