Benz Microscope Glass Insect Killing Jar for Entomology

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$8 USD
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$10.55 USD
Item:8 oz Jar Only

Benz Microscope Glass Insect Killing Jar for Entomology. Collecting bugs is a great, educational activity for all ages, and these jars will help you catch and put down your insects the proper way.

Each jar is considerately hand made, in-house, with a layer of plaster at the bottom. To use, simply pour a small amount of charging agent onto the plaster, secure the lid, and allow the vapors to fill the jar. Collect your specimen and place it inside. The jar is reusable and may be re-charged time, and time again. The lid contains a plastisol liner to keep the vapors from escaping while closed. Available in 2 sizes, small and large.

The small Jar measures apx. 2 -7/8" Diameter x 3-5/8" Height (73mm Dai. x 92mm H) and works great for small to medium sized specimens. The large Jar measures apx. 3-1/2" Diameter x 3-3/4" Height (90mm Dia. x 95mm H), suitable for largers specimens. Both are available with, or without, ethyl acetate for a charging agent. SKU 1108, 1116

Ethyl Acetate is a common dispatching agent for killing specimens quickly, and thereby, minimiziing damage to wings and annentae. It is also useful for relaxing, preserving and de-clumping specimens. The included Barnes style dropper provides for controlled application using as little, or as much, of the agent as needed. Instructions for use and SDS sheet included. For adult use only, not intended for children. SKU 1108+, 1116+. 

FEATURES:

  • More humane method of dispatching insects
  • Glass jar with screw top lid and plaster bottom is rechargable
  • Charge plaster with a liquid dispatching agent. The fumes quickly dispel the insect
  • Small Jar works well for small to medium sized insects 
  • Large Jar is suitable for larger insects.
  • Available with 30mL of Ethyl Acetate ( made in USA) and glass dropper

Click Here for Plaster SDS

DOT Info for Ethyl Acetate: Small quantity exemption for land and rail transportation only. (Cannot ship to Hawaii, PR, APO or FPO.) 


 

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