Insect Catches (Product Code: SCL115/1.6) is an electric insect catcher that uses two high-intensity ultraviolet tubes to attract flying insects into the device, where they contact a high-voltage, electrically charged metal grid and are killed instantly. It helps keep laboratories, prep rooms, stores and similar indoor spaces clear of flies, mosquitoes and other flying bugs. Buyers who source from a laboratory equipment supplier in India can order it with their other lab items from Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, which manufactures it.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric flying-insect catcher |
| Attractant | Two high-intensity ultraviolet (UV) tubes |
| Killing element | High-voltage, electrically charged metal grid |
| Targets | Flying insects and bugs |
| Suitable for | Indoor areas such as laboratories, prep rooms and storerooms |
Flies and mosquitoes drifting around a biology lab can land on open culture work, dissection specimens or food-science samples, and they are a nuisance during long practical sessions. Mounting this catcher on a wall or placing it on a high shelf lets the UV light draw insects away from benches, so the room stays cleaner without spraying insecticide near students and samples. It is a sensible addition during a biology lab setup for a school in India, particularly where windows are opened for ventilation.
Position the unit away from brighter competing light sources and out of the reach of students, since the grid carries high voltage. Switch it off and unplug it before emptying or brushing out the collected insects, and never push fingers or objects through the guard. This device kills insects; if you need live insects for observation or classification, use a net and a ventilated viewing container instead.
Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited manufactures this insect catcher and markets it as part of the ScienceLab range; the company operates from Ambala in Haryana, India. Read our company profile for an overview of who we are and the laboratory equipment we produce.
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How does the insect catcher work?
Two high-intensity UV tubes attract flying insects into the device, and contact with the high-voltage charged metal grid kills them.
What supply voltage, wattage and coverage area does it have?
These are not listed in our current product details. Contact us with your mains supply and room size and we will confirm suitability.
Is it safe to use in a school lab?
Yes, when installed out of students' reach and handled by staff. The grid carries high voltage, so always switch off and unplug the unit before cleaning.
Can I use it to collect insects for a class study?
No. It kills the insects it attracts. For live specimens, use the Insect Catch Set with a ventilated viewing container.
Are replacement UV tubes available?
Please ask us about replacement tubes when you order, so we can confirm the correct type for this unit.
What warranty applies?
Warranty terms are confirmed with each quotation; ask our team for details for your order.
Can you supply several units for a campus?
Yes. Share the product code SCL115/1.6, quantity and delivery address; we serve institutions in India and international markets.
To get a price, contact us directly or add Insect Catches to the enquiry cart with your other requirements.
Last updated: 24 September 2026