Plug In Mosquito Killers
Plug in mosquito killers, or mosquito plug ins, effectively eliminate biting mosquitoes, midges, gnats and other flying insects by slowly releasing insecticide vapours into the atmosphere. When mosquitoes come into contact with the vapours released by the plug ins, they are killed.
How to Use Plug In Mosquito Killers
Mosquito plug in units are generally made for use in countries with 2 pin electrical sockets, 110v - 240v, but can be used in the UK and other countries with the appropriate adapter. The plug ins are intended for use indoors and particularly overnight when mosquito bites are more likely to occur, if there is a risk of mosquitoes entering the room.
When plugged into the mains, the heat output from a plug in mosquito killer allows the controlled release of vapour from an insecticide impregnated tablet slotted inside, or an attachable liquid bottle. It will start killing mosquitoes almost immediately after being plugged in.
One plug in mosquito killer per average sized room (about 30 cubic metres) should be sufficient to keep the room clear of mosquitoes.
The plug ins are about the same size as a standard electrical plug so they are small and convenient enough to take away when travelling.
Tablet Mosquito Plug Ins
Plug in mosquito killers that use tablets (with an active ingredient such as bioallethrin) should be fitted with a new tablet each night, as each tablet is effective for about 8 hours. Packs of refills of around 20 tablets are widely available.
Liquid Mosquito Plug Ins
Alternatively, plug in mosquito killers that use bottles of liquid insecticide (such as prallethrin) are available. A liquid-containing bottle (about 35ml) is attached to a mosquito plug, and offers around 40 nights protection against mosquito bites, after which a new refill bottle will need to be attached.
There are many different brands of tablet and liquid mosquito plug ins on the market, with refills generally designed for their own particular brand. However, refills can sometimes be used with other mosquito plugs. Check the labelling.
Mosquito Plug In Safety
The vapours from plug in mosquito killers are harmless, odourless and undetectable to humans.
General safety advice for plug in mosquito killers includes the washing of hands after handling, and keeping away from children, animals and food. The vapours from mosquito plug ins can be harmful to fish, so keep fish tanks covered or remove fish from the room. Throw any partially used tablets away.
Plug in mosquito killers are generally considered to be very safe and effective.
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