Chipmunk/Rat Live ProTraps
Model 102SS is our professional series live trap for chipmunks, gophers, rats, and similar size animals. It feature a very strong wire frame with tighter mesh patterns and extra reinforcing steel rods welded to the frame for even greater strength. These traps have the same great design as our Original Series traps with stronger materials and more demanding specifications. Tighter mesh patterns not only give the trap additional strength, but also prevent critters from reaching into the trap and stealing bait, and reaching out of the trap and damaging lawns, roofs, decks, and other property.
- Size = 16" x 5" x 5"
- Grid Construction = ½" x ½"
- Gauge = 16
- Weight = 2 lbs
These traps feature a sturdy frame that is constructed of heavy 16 gauge galvanized steel wire mesh for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion. An open fabric construction allows the animals to see through the trap in all directions and enter the trap with confidence. Galvanized steel rods are welded to the wire mesh frame for extra support and reinforcement. A spring loaded, automatic locking V-door, securely and safely traps the animal inside the trap immediately after the animal steps onto the trip pan, located at the back of the trap. Galvanized 1/2 by 1/2 inch wire mesh openings are welded to the bait areas to prevent animals from reaching through the outside of the trap. A super fast spring loaded door eliminates the chance of the animal backing out of the trap before the door springs shut and locks into place. The special locking system and the heavy reinforcement of the trap doors prohibits animals from forcing the door open, even if the animals manages to turn the trap upside down. This makes these traps perform well when trapping animals at any angle.Professional Single Door Rigid Live Traps are also equipped with an adjustable trigger release mechanism that allows for heavy or light sets. Most of these traps include a protective piece of galvanized sheet under the safety handle of the trap, to protect the trapper against scratches from the trapped animal.
What Damage to Rats do?
Rats cause a huge loss of food worldwide. Besides eating our food they spoil it by contamination with their feces, urine, or fur. They can be found not only in our homes, but supermarkets, restaurants, warehouses, food processing facilities, livestock facilities, and farm fields.
What bait should I use for Rats? Cereal, grains, nuts (especially peanuts) sunflower seeds, anise oil (a drop or two on bread), shelled corn, apples work well for bait. Mixed peanut butter and oatmeal or peanut butter and molasses, popcorn. One trapper swears by almond extract on bread as bait to tempt the nearest rat.
Where should I place Rat traps?
It is very important to use plenty of traps. As many as six traps for only one or two rats is appropriate. In a commercial building or restaurant as much as a couple of dozen is needed.The traps should be placed in darkened corners, along walls, behind appliances and any areas where droppings have been sighted. In trapping for rats, place traps about 10 feet apart since they don't travel very far. If the rat population is large, place the traps about 15-20 feet apart.
