Mosquito Raptor: how to use and does it help?

The Raptor fumigator is a set of products that have proven themselves to be the best. Even in a ventilated room, the device can provide comfortable rest. This device allows you to achieve the optimal concentration of active substances in the air.

Using unique technologies, the substance “Etoc” was created. Thanks to this component, the use of a fumigator is absolutely safe and most effective in the fight against flying bloodsuckers. There are many types of fumigators that are designed for liquids and plates. Models with swivel fork available. Thanks to this feature, the device can be turned on exactly where it is needed.

How it works and types

Raptor is a Russian brand that has been producing household products for protection against insect pests for more than 15 years. The company produces insecticides in the form:

Plates for a device or a special flashlight.
Liquids for electric fumigator.
Aerosols.
Spirals and rods.

Each type provides a different duration of protection against bloodsuckers: from 7–8 hours (spiral, spray, plates) to 30 days (liquid).

All brand products are based on the insecticides ethoc (prallethrin), transfluthrin and d-allethrin. These toxins have a detrimental effect on the nervous system of blood-sucking insects, which leads to paralysis and death of mosquitoes.

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.

Plates

Cardboard strips impregnated with insecticide and activated by heating in an electric fumigator are one of the most popular repellents on the market. Raptor produces the product in the form of a metallized blister of 10 plates separately or in a set with a fumigator.

For the insecticide to begin to act, one plate is inserted into a special groove in the device with the metallized side down and the device is plugged into an outlet.

The product protects a space of 20 m2 from the invasion of bloodsuckers and is effective for 8 hours. After the specified time has elapsed, the plate turns white, which indicates that the product is unusable.

The advantages of this form of insecticide release include:

Ease of use.
Speed of action (insects begin to die within 15 minutes after plugging in the device).
Compact and light.
Low price.
Long lasting effect.

The disadvantages of Raptor plates are considered to be toxicity - if the concentration of smoldering products of the insecticide in the air exceeds, people and pets experience side effects in the form of headaches, nausea and a sore throat.

In case of individual intolerance, asthma, pregnancy or in children under 3 years of age, the drug can cause serious allergic reactions, which can only be relieved by medical professionals.

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.

Liquids

Liquid products for the Raptor electric fumigator are odorless and, in different variations, are designed to last 30, 40 and 60 nights without being bitten by blood-sucking pests.

The drug is based on the insecticide ethok, which has a nerve-paralytic effect on mosquitoes, but is harmless to humans if the instructions are followed.

The brand produces liquids in transparent plastic bottles, which serve as a replacement cartridge for an electric fumigator. To activate the drug, the bottle is connected to the device and plugged into the network. When heated, the toxins gradually evaporate, killing and repelling insects.

The manufacturer has provided the possibility of enhancing the action of the insecticide by releasing Raptor Turbo liquid. When you turn on a special button on the fumigator, the liquid evaporates 2 times faster, increasing the effect that is destructive for mosquitoes. The only caveat is that this regimen shortens the period of use of the liquid from 40 to 28 days.

In the instructions for the liquid preparation, the manufacturer advises:

Plug in the fumigator 30–40 minutes before bedtime.
Treatment against mosquitoes should only be carried out in ventilated areas, otherwise poisoning by toxin vapors is inevitable.
Remove aquariums and terrariums from the room being treated, as the product is deadly to reptiles and fish.
Do not cover the device with curtains or furniture.
Position the device in the direction of air movement.

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.

Aerosols

Raptor sprays are designed for collective protection of a group of people outdoors. A preparation based on the insecticide transfluthrin is sprayed near the resting place to protect against attacks by mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, ants and flies.

It is recommended to treat shrubs and trees, outdoor tents and fences of gazebos in the country with an aerosol. Spraying is carried out for 7–8 seconds at a distance of 55–60 cm from the object of application.

The duration of action of the product in dry weather is 8 hours, but decreases in strong winds and precipitation. Aerosol Raptor is produced in 400 ml bottles.

The spray is not recommended for use on skin or clothing, or for use near small children and pregnant women. To avoid the sprayed insecticide getting on the mucous membranes, treatment is carried out in the direction of the wind, directing the stream away from you.

Which fumigator is better to buy?

The experiment showed that allethrin plates will help get rid of mosquitoes the fastest. And the cheapest. Cassettes are more expensive –

with a large amount of active substance
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they no longer work as effectively, because the repellent in them evaporates more slowly. But such plates will last a little longer. But, as it turned out, there is no point in overpaying for liquid insecticides. In most electrofumigators, the rod through which the contents of the bottle evaporates is very poorly saturated. Therefore, the effectiveness of such a fumigator drops sharply.

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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.

Choosing mosquito repellents

When choosing the best option, you need to consider several factors:

Under what circumstances is the struggle being waged? If you are planning a trip to nature, then in this case all means of protection will be suitable, except for plates and a fumigator (a device used with mosquito repellent liquid and plates). If an insect attack occurs at home, then it is much more effective to purchase liquid. It is completely odorless and the active substance evaporates faster.
Price category. The price of mosquito repellent plays a very significant role. Not every person can afford to purchase an expensive product, even despite all its advantages.
Harm to health. The most important factor. Not a single person in the world wants to get burns, injuries, or poisoning while fighting harmful mosquitoes, so it is vitally important to carefully read the composition and follow the rules of use. When using Raptor mosquito repellent in an outlet, the instructions are required to be read.

Cost of drugs

The company's products are distinguished by a very economical approach to pricing:

Granular powder. The shelf life of opened packaging is no more than 2 months. It is available on the shelves in two dosages and formats:
tubes with coarse granules (cylindrical plastic packages of 500 g) - 400 rubles per half a kilo of product in a tube.
Anti-ant gel - 180–270 rubles for 1 tube. To treat a large room, several packages may be needed. The gel does not dry out, if there is excess left, it is suitable for reuse no later than the expiration date.
Aerosol (spray) - 270 rubles per bottle.
Traps for garden ants. They will cost summer residents and residents of private houses 300–350 rubles for 4 pieces. This amount is designed to process 1 square. m.
Traps for apartments - 300 rub. for three pairs of discs in one package.
The Raptor aquafumigator is the most expensive product in the line. Its price ranges from 500 to 750 rubles per box. The large area covered and high efficiency of the drug completely pay for its cost.

The pricing policy is aimed at the economy segment of the market. However, this does not affect the high-quality and effective filling of each product.

Raptor provides reliable protection

From mosquitoes

A large selection of remedies for blood-sucking insect bites for adults and children, intended for outdoor and indoor use. If you are planning to go to the countryside or on a picnic, use products to protect against mosquitoes outdoors: coils, aerosols, lanterns, rods.

Insect repellents for home use will ensure a sound and restful sleep, even with the windows open. For this purpose, Raptor offers odorless liquids and plates, as well as kits with an electric fumigator for home use.

From flies, midges and wasps

Raptor offers a wide range of products against flying insects: bait traps, tapes and fumigator plates. Modern effective insecticides do not contain toxic components and do not affect the quality of food products. Designed for use at home and outdoors.

Raptor takes care of your belongings and offers the best protection against flying insects: gel sections with floral and fruit scents, sachets, aerosols and universal covers for clothes. Food moth traps will help save your food from pests.

From crawling insects

A large assortment of universal products for fighting cockroaches and ants will allow you to eliminate insects in your home, country house or any other room. Our assortment includes traps, aerosols, gels and other modern broad-spectrum preparations for eliminating crawling insects.

What you should know

When using the product, you must follow the safety rules:

Plug the drug into a working, working outlet that is located a meter away from the bed;
In an apartment with small children, it is better to use liquid or plates in a fumigator created specifically for children;
Do not handle the operating device with wet hands;
Indoors where there are pregnant women or people suffering from allergic reactions, use is not recommended;
Do not use in an apartment where birds or aquarium fish live, they cannot tolerate the release of toxic substances and die.

The drug must be stored in places that are difficult for children to reach, and also ensure that the product does not get wet, otherwise it will be ineffective.

Raptor is a popular mosquito repellent that provides protection indoors or outdoors. The composition contains a modern poisonous component that has a paralytic effect on bloodsuckers, after which death occurs. At low concentrations, Raptor repels mosquitoes; at high concentrations, it has a destructive effect. A special safe series is produced for apartments where small children live.

general description

Raptor mosquito repellents have been produced in the Russian Federation for many years. Today such goods can be found in the markets of many foreign countries. It is “Raptor” that is preferred by most consumers. Such a great demand is primarily due, of course, to the advantages of this substance over its analogues.

The drug "Raptor" is characterized by the following factors.

Maximum level of efficiency. Absolutely all of its types that are on the market today very quickly destroy annoying mosquitoes.
Long shelf life - about 2 years.
Safe composition. It is completely safe for humans. The preparation contains substances that have a negative effect exclusively on insects.
Simplicity and ease of use.
Reasonable cost and availability. You can buy the product in any store at a low price.
Mobility. The assortment includes varieties of “Raptor” that can also be used outdoors. This is very convenient, as you can take them with you fishing, nature, or dacha.
Compactness.

It is worth noting that before entering the consumer market, the drug undergoes a number of laboratory tests that confirm the effectiveness and safety of the product.

The main substance acting on mosquitoes in the Raptor product is d-allethrin. This is a new generation poison that does not harm the health of humans and animals, of course, if its dose is insignificant. However, it has a detrimental effect on blood-sucking insects. When a mosquito inhales the aroma of a drug that contains even a small amount of poison, it is paralyzed, and after 15 minutes the pest dies.