Electric swatter: Hit back at
Wasps & Flies

The PROBLEM: Traditional fly swatters can be useful because you can deal with annoying insects straight away, without having to wait for them to "land" on a fly-paper or UV electro-static unit. However, since you have to hit the insect against a solid surface, they often leave an unhygenic stain - not so good if you have just redecorated your kitchen, and unappetizing if you are sitting down to lunch outdoors. The problem with "stationary" electronic products, of the type that try to attract insects with an ultraviolet light, is that they are not so effective during the day, and are not very attractive to all insects, such as wasps. Chemical alternatives, such as sprays, can be noxious, and no-one really likes the idea of inhaling whatever is contained in the spray bottle.

The SOLUTION: Our Bug Zapper is a battery operated electric fly swatter, that combines the advantages of a fly swatter (ie deals immediately with the nuisance) with the effectiveness and hygiene of tradional electronic products.

HOW IT WORKS: The Electric Fly Swatter requires 2 AA (1.5 volt) batteries to raise the voltage of the electric circuit of the Bug Swatter to kill insects and wasps while touching it. The output power is relatively low constituting no hazard to humans or pets. For those requiring a more technical explanation (the question is usually - how can two 1.5 volt batteries produce enough power?), suffice to say that the batteries charge a capacitor, which then discharges instantaneously through the wire mesh when contact is made with an insect. If you touch the net while the Bug Swatter is turned on, you will feel a small electric shock - while this is deadly for insects, it is perfectly safe for humans and pets. Battery life is long - and should last for 1000's of goes.

HOW TO USE IT: To kill the offending wasp or fly, simply hold the handle, push the switch and wield the Bug Swatter to make the insect touch the net surface. The insect will usually drop dead onto the ground - insects killed on the net surface can be brushed or shaken off (do not use water).


Where to use it:

• Picnics, barbecues, garden parties, eating outdoors
• Holidays (mosquitoes in your hotel room!), fishing trips, camping, caravaning, in the stable, on the farm, on the boat
• In the kitchen, in the children's bedroom (ie especially in places where you want to avoid chemical contamination!)
• In the office - everyone will want a go!

Which Electric Fly Swatter to buy? Our Deluxe Electronic Fly Swat is more expensive than our Bug Zapper Fly Swatter (shown on this page), owing to a number of enhancements: POWER - The Deluxe model uses more powerful standard batteries that are more powerful so last longer, and a voltage controller that manages battery life better and prevents "after shocks" (ie the grill holding a bit of charge after being switched off). DURABILITY - The Deluxe is made from higher impact plastic to insure long life. PROTECTIVE GRILL - The Deluxe model has a protective grill, removing the possibility that you can give yourself a mild shock if you touch it (the shocks are perfectly harmless though anyway). Which is the better buy? Both are good. Our deluxe version is probably better for customers who are already convinced of the effectivenes of these products and those who simply want the best product first time round. On the other hand, the cheaper Electroswat can be used just as effectively and is ideal if you want to test out the idea, or are just looking for a fun gift to buy someone.