Спрашиваю у всех знакомых, никто не сталкивался, не могут мне подсказать. В интернете много противоречивых отзывов. Скажите, стоит ли брать фумигатор для борьбы с клопами. Не окажется ли так, что погибнут тараканы, а паразиты продолжат существование у нас дома. И еще интересует аквафумигатор – совершенно новое устройство. Надеюсь на вашу помощь, Алиса.
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What is fumigation
It is a process of fumigation of the room with poisonous substances, which makes it possible to get rid of insects of all kinds. The poison that is released is not dangerous for people and animals. The process is called "fumigation" from the word "fumigare", which means "to fumigate". Accordingly, devices and devices that are used to deliver the poisonous substance into the air environment are fumigators.
There is another important component - fumigants. This is the name of poisonous substances.
What is a fumigator and how it works
With such a device, you can avoid the need to apply insecticides to surfaces.
As a result, the floor and furniture will not get dirty. The principle of operation of the device depends on its design. There are models that are plugged into a socket, others spray insecticide by igniting the substance. In both cases, the poisonous component is released under the influence of a heat source. Sometimes there is a faint smell of the insecticide, but most of the time it is intangible.
Many fumigators contain components that represent the pyrethroid group. These are a class of nerve-paralytic insecticides that affect the nervous system of pests. The principle of action of each substance depends on the type of insecticide. For example, a fumigator from bedbugs Raptor contains an ingredient with the unusual name of etoc. You might think that it has appeared recently, but it is not.
Ethoc is a redefinition of an insecticide that has been in use for a long time (pralletrine).
It belongs to the class of pyrethroids and has a contact action. The substance destroys bed bugs by getting on the outer covers.
Pralectrin is used as a fumigant because it is a volatile compound. This insecticide works best when released into the air. Its odor is weakly expressed, and its principle of operation is based on the ability to disrupt the transmission of nerve impulses, resulting in paralysis. Pralectin is initially contained as a liquid. When heated, its structure changes - a gaseous substance is released.
Classification of fumigators
All devices of this type are divided into two groups:
- pyrotechnics;
- electrical.
The difference between them lies in the way the medium containing the poisonous substance is heated. At the same time, each option has positive and negative qualities. First of all, it is necessary to take into account the intensity of the odor. But sometimes it is the preparations containing strong smelling substances that do a better job of the elimination of parasites.
Pyrotechnic fumigators
This is the name given to devices and appliances in which the poisonous component is released as a result of pyrotechnic effects. Most often it is necessary to ignite the fuse or the fumigant itself (e.g. a solid substance in the form of a plate). Advantages of this method:
- high efficiency;
- removal of all insects from the object, because the insecticide enters the air, and its dosage is significant, which allows you to destroy the parasites;
- long-lasting effect.
The main disadvantages of pyrotechnic fumigators:
- the release of a volatile substance with a strong odor, which is not always pleasant to humans;
- risk of a hazardous situation (fire), which is common to all pyrotechnic fumigators.
When choosing such a device, it is necessary to take into account the type of pest against which you are fighting. Repellents are not universal. Each of the varieties helps to remove certain insects.
Electric fumigators
The insecticide is released into the air when the temperature of the heating element rises. This happens under the influence of electric current. It is necessary to plug the fumigator into the socket (most often, it is a body with a built-in plug, there is a gap for installing the plate or there is a container for the liquid substance).
The advantages of such devices:
- absence of a pronounced odor;
- ease of use;
- long-lasting action (the liquid in the container is enough to protect the object for the next 30 days).
However, an electric bedbug fumigator requires a constant connection to the power grid. This is not always possible because there are often power outages. Different devices can be considered:
- battery-powered;
- powered by the mains.
The second option does not require the purchase of a power source. Those models that are not plugged into an outlet are less effective when the standalone power supply is depleted.
Is it possible to fight bed bugs with a fumigator
Such devices and appliances are designed to scare away/kill flying insects. Some portion of the insecticide is contained in the air environment. And the substance is characterized by low volatility, so the insects are killed only in a certain area. As a rule, fumigators do not serve the entire room. This does not allow the insecticide to penetrate into cracks, under the mattress, inside the sofa. So, bed bugs can coexist together with a fumigator in the same room.
In addition, the dose of poison is not high enough to kill such pests.
New Raptor aquafumigator against bed bugs
This device works differently - it poisons insects by releasing a volatile substance, which occurs through a chemical reaction. The Raptor aquafumigator against bed bugs contains cyphenothrin. It is an insecticide of nerve-paralytic action, it kills pests by contact with their outer covers and through the respiratory system. The volatility of the poisoning agent is high, which allows you to treat all cracks and surfaces.
It is a completely self-contained process, there is no need for pyrotechnic effects and connection to the power grid.
Rules for using the Raptor aquafumigator
A container with a small amount of water and an aquafumigator inside is placed in the center of the room. When the vaporizing agent comes in contact with water, heat is released, which contributes to the release of the volatile substance. It is necessary to leave the room for 2-3 hours. Repeated treatment is recommended, despite the fact that the manufacturer positions the product as an ovicidal, but to repeat the procedure should not be earlier than 2 weeks. Human control is not necessary in this case.
Tools that are more effective than a fumigator
When comparing such a device with insecticidal preparations, the latter are more trustworthy. This is due to the low efficiency of the effect on bed bugs. Against such insects it is better to immediately use preparations in the form of a spray, powder, etc.
Aerosols
The treatment is carried out by spraying the poisoning mixture over the lesion areas. As a result, all surfaces and furniture are evenly coated with the insecticide. As the bed bugs move around the room, they will receive a dose of poison. An example of such remedies is:
Bed bug repellents
Ультразвуковые приборы неэффективны в данном случае. Рассматривают зарубежные приспособления, которые источают углекислый газ, чтобы привлечь паразитов, а затем убивают. Это, скорее, ловушки, но действуют они эффективно. Однако в нашей стране и странах ближнего зарубежья их нет пока в продаже. Следует заказывать на сайтах amazon.com.
Smoke bombs
Such funds are more effective than aquafumigators and bed bug fumigators. They contain toxic components in substantial concentrations (cypermethrin or sulfur). They are not recommended for domestic use because of the high volatility of the main components.
The substance penetrates into all crevices, but also leaves the confines of the apartment.
Where to buy and at what price
Фумигатор Раптор можно приобрести за 250. (комплект: устройство и жидкость). Искать его следует в хозяйственных магазинах. Аквафумигатор доступен не везде. Его легче купить в интернет-магазине. Цена – 520.
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Expert tips
- it is possible to combine aquafumigator with other means (different forms of release), such as powder, chalk, even an aerosol will do, but such preparations must contain insecticides of other classes;
- It is not recommended to often use the same fumigators, aqua fumigators, as insects can develop resistance to poison.
Conclusion
Fumigation is the process of fumigating a room to get rid of insects. But before using fumigators, you should learn more about them:
- There are pyrotechnic and electrical devices/devices. In the first case, the poison is released by igniting a solid/foaming substance, while in the second, it is released by connecting to an electrical source.
- Fumigators are ineffective in the fight against bed bugs, because the active substances in their composition are not highly volatile, so they can not penetrate into all the hidden areas where the parasites usually settle. Such instruments It is better to use it to remove flying insects from the object.
- Aquafumigators work best, they do not require connection to a power grid, they are not activated by fire, which reduces the risk of dangerous situations. They contain a volatile substance, an insecticide, which penetrates into the body of bed bugs through the cuticle and spiracles, affects the nervous system and leads to death.
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