InstantVap COMPACT 18 volt

760-0050-Ma

Price excludes GST

$870.00

2nd Gen InstantVap

InstantVap COMPACT 18 Volt

The latest 2nd Gen version of the popular InstantVap has arrived. The InstantVap COMPACT makes vaporising oxalic acid in beehives simple, fast and practical in the field.

Similar to the previous generation, this unit makes OA treatment an absolute breeze — now in a smaller, lighter and stronger design with simplified LED operation.

Smaller & lighter Easier to handle across multiple hives.

Simple LED control Watch the light to know exactly what the unit is doing.

Field-ready design Strong stainless, acid-resistant frame and dispenser.

Low cost per hive Treat 1000 beehives from approximately $15.00 + GST in materials.

Important: The device is compatible with only one type of battery fitting. Please select your battery style carefully. Price does not include batteries.

Video of the original InstantVap model showing application procedures is also available here. This applies to all InstantVap models.

New compact design

This updated model has had a radical overhaul. It is smaller, lighter and stronger than the previous unit, while focusing on the essentials needed for practical treatment in the field.

The unit sits better with most standard batteries and is controlled by one switch with a clear LED indicator.

LED status guide

The InstantVap COMPACT is preset to the right parameters. Simply watch the LED to understand the current status.

•Slow flashing: Heating up
•Solid light: Ready
•Fast flashing: Treating
•Intermittent flashing: Flat battery

Applications & suggested dose rates

1

Beehives with solid bases

Apply 2g of OA vapour at the bottom entry. Block the entry with a wet towel for 5–7 minutes to trap vapour in the beehive while treating other beehives.

2

Beehives with vented bases

Use a vent blocker sheet and carry out the same process as above. Vent blockers can be removed after 5–7 minutes.

3

Difficult-to-block vented bases

Use a 3g dose from the top of the hive. A small notch in the hive mat, or in the rim of the queen excluder, can provide good access for the vaporiser.

4

Front-plate application

Apply vapour through a hole in the front plate of the brood box. Drill a 6.5mm hole if using the bare brass nozzle, or a 9.5mm hole if using the silicone sleeve. Block the hole with a golf tee after treatment.

Included with each vaporiser

✓1 x Vaporiser
✓1 x Plunger
✓1 x 500g of OA
✓2 x Silicone caps
✓2 x Silicone sleeves
✓2 x Spare O-rings
✓2 x Cleaning caps

Useful accessories

→ 6Ah 18V Makita LXT batteries
→ Respirators — must be worn when vaporising.
→ Cleaning video
→ InstantVap Support Stand

Technical details

Power	18V–20V; 250W; 14A
Power use	Approx. 1Ah for heating up, then 1Ah provides enough power for 9–10 two gram doses.
Dose timing	Each 2g dose takes approximately 18 seconds to vaporise.
Build material	Stainless, acid-resistant steel frame and dispenser.
Operating temperature	Pre-set at 230℃ / 445F. Not adjustable.
Dispenser	Fast, tool-free, roll-on adjustment with 1–4 gram scale.
Nozzle	6mm strong brass outlet pipe, designed to reduce clogging and allow easy cleaning.
Clearance	Minimum 100mm free space in front of the nozzle is recommended.
Weather performance	Double-wall furnace works well in cold, windy weather.

Battery compatibility

The InstantVap COMPACT is powered by common power tool batteries. Select the correct battery fitting before ordering.

Makita LXT 18V Milwaukee M18 Bosch Blue / ProCore 18V Dewalt XR18/20V Metabo 18V Ozito PXC 18V AEG Pro 18V HiKOKI / Hitachi 18V

Battery note: Dewalt Power Stack batteries are incompatible. Batteries are not included.

InstantVap Vaporizer 12 volt

760-0031

Price excludes GST

$1,120.00

InstantVap 12V Oxalic Acid Vaporizer
A premium-quality vaporizer, expertly manufactured in Europe.

Launched at the end of 2021, the InstantVap has quickly become a favourite among beekeepers in America and Europe. Now, Beequip is proud to bring it to New Zealand as the country’s exclusive distributor!

This 12V model comes with a 4m lead and alligator clips for easy connection to any standard 12V battery—making Varroa treatment simple and efficient for all beekeepers.

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

We also sell these in a version that is powered by common 18 volt power tool batteries. Click Here to view them on our website.

Respirators must be worn when vaporizing - Check out our range here

Take the weight of the nozzle with the InstantVap Support Stand.

For a quick overview on the InstantVap, watch our video below:

Included with each Vaporizer:
1 x Vaporizer
1 x Plunger
1 x 500g of OA
2 x Silicone Caps
2 x Silicone Sleeves
2 x Spare O-Rings
2 x Cleaning Caps

The finer details:

Power: 12V; 240W; 20A
With a fully charged 80Ah deep cycle battery, ~300 hives can be treated with 2 grams of oxalic acid, one treatment takes approx. 20 seconds
Stainless steel acid-resistant frame and dispenser
Accurate, no-overrun dynamic solid-state relay PID temperature control; i.e. no overheating, no waiting for cool-down
Real-time temperature display, controlled temperature, temperature can be individually adjusted from 100-240℃, default temperature: 230℃, recommended temperature: 220-230℃
Fast, tool-free, roll-on adjustment of the oxalic acid dispenser, with 1-4 gram scale, dispensing oxalic acid with one push. Replacements or extras are available here They fit perfectly in the handle as well as in the dispenser chamber.
6mm diameter strong brass outlet pipe, not prone to clogging as there is no pipe bend. Easy to access and clean in case of a blockage, the entire length of the tube is accessible
Requires a 7mm diameter hole in the hive wall. See the video above for a range of options for location of the application.
There should be a minimum of 100mm free space in front of the nozzle otherwise some of the Oxalic will crystalize on the surface and be wasted.
Stable in the hive hole, does not fall out or tilt sideways, can support its own weight (do not lean on it!)
Voltage indicator to protect the battery. Periodic monitoring of the voltage indicator is necessary, because the battery must not be over discharged! The exact voltage value which the battery can be discharged to, is specified by the battery manufacturer. Please check the instructions for your battery.
Can be used with a car starter battery for up to 100-150 hives
Insulated furnace, works well in cold, windy weather.

InstantVap Dispenser Nozzle.

760-0032

Price excludes GST

$96.00

Replacement Dispenser for the InstantVap

Adjustable from 1 to 4 gram dose rates.

Suits all the styles

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

6AH Makita Battery

760-0046

Price excludes GST

$248.00

Makita BL1860 18V 6.0Ah LXT Lithium-Ion Battery

This battery is perfect for the Makita Version of the InstantVap.
6AH will give you a rough total of treating 40-50 Hives with a 2 gram dose. (Includes the heat up time)

Check out our Automotive Charger for these batteries here
Single and Dual Wall chargers also available

100% genuine Makita battery!

Full Face Respiratory Mask Package

751-0210-M

Price excludes GST

$278.00

Get full face protection with this comfortable and safe face-mask.
This will give you the best face & lung protection when using a Vaporizer with Oxalic Acid.

This mask will also give very good face & lung protection when working with Formic Acid.

This is a complete kit including a pair of Organic Vapour / Acid Gas Cartridges to suit.
Also included is a pair of FOGSTOP optix wipes and a handy container to store the mask and keep it clean.
You can get spare filter cartridges here.

NOTE: The service life of any acid gas cartridge filter is affected by many factors.

Replace both the filters: -

When the expiry date stamped on the sealed packet has elapsed.
Once opened, maximum use time is 6 months (even if not used). The carbon will absorb contaminants from the general environment.
When contaminant can be detected by smell or taste.

Comes in Medium and Large - both are adult size, the large has slightly more room in the mask.

Silicone material
Reusable
Anti fog treatment on lens
Anti scratch lens
Low breathing resistance
High filtration efficiency filters
Protects against airborne contaminants

The Masks are tested and approved to meet the following standards:

Certified AS/NZS 1716:2012
Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P3 R
Certified CE Standard EN14387:2004+A1:2008
Certified CE Standard EN149:2001+A1:2009
Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P2 R

Half Face Respiratory Mask Package

751-0220-M

Price excludes GST

$105.00

Protect yourself with this Half-Face Respirator Mask.

This will give you the best lung protection when using a Vaporizer with Oxalic Acid. Some form of eye protection should also be worn.

This mask will also give very good lung protection when working with Formic Acid.

This is a complete kit including a pair of Organic Vapour / Acid Gas Cartridges to suit. Also included is a handy container to store the mask and keep it clean.
You can get spare filter cartridges here.

Comes in Medium and Large - both are adult size, the large has slightly more room in the mask.

Silicone material
Reusable
Low breathing resistance
High filtration efficiency filters
Protects against airborne contaminants

The Masks are tested and approved to meet the following standards:

Certified AS/NZS 1716:2012
Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P3 R
Certified CE Standard EN14387:2004+A1:2008
Certified CE Standard EN149:2001+A1:2009
Certified CE Standard EN143:2000 P2 R

NOTE: The service life of any acid gas cartridge filter is affected by many factors.

Replace both the filters: -

When the expiry date stamped on the sealed packet has elapsed.
Once opened, maximum use time is 6 months (even if not used). The carbon will absorb contaminants from the general environment.
When contaminant can be detected by smell or taste.

Filters for Respiratory Mask

751-0230

Price excludes GST

$45.00

This is a pair of Cartridges to suit our Half and Full Face Respiratory Masks
They are specifically for protecting you against Organic Acid Vapour or Acid Gas - Perfect for Vaporising Oxalic Acid or using with Formic Acid

The service life of any acid gas cartridge filter is affected by many factors.

Replace both the filters: -

When the expiry date stamped on the sealed packet has elapsed.
Once opened, maximum use time is 6 months (even if not used). The carbon will absorb contaminants from the general environment.
When contaminant can be detected by smell or taste.

Meet standards and approvals AS/NZS 1716:2012

Queen Cage Frame

950-0075

Price excludes GST

$15.00

For efficient Varroa Mite control in beehives when using Oxalic Acid for treatment.

Check out our Blog Post on Brood Breaks in Hives

Two size options available:
- Full Depth
- 3/4 Depth

Oxalic acid treatments do not usually kill the mites that are inside capped brood cells. There is now a very efficient and effective solution!

Lock the queen in this cage to create a brood break period. Treat the hive with Oxalic Acid while there is no capped brood and achieve a very high Varroa kill rate.

See Data Sheet of testing done on this

Oxalic acid can be applied by vaporization, fogging or by the dribble method.

Check this link for more info:-

http://scientificbeekeeping.com/oxalic-acid-questions-answers-and-more-questions-part-1-of-2-parts/

Due to its large size the bees don't feel queenless and are less likely to build queen cells. It has queen excluder sides so that nurse bees can still enter the cage and care for the queen.

There is a large opening under the top cap to release the bees when required. Only 25mm wide at the top and will fit in a standard brood box along with 10 frames with 33mm end bars. The main body of the frame is only 16mm wide so as not to interfere with brood emerging alongside.

The bottom edge is curved on the full depth cage to match the typical shape of the winter cluster.

There are many other applications.

In warmer locations, the queen can be locked up over winter to stop her laying eggs to conserve stores and to stop the Varroa mites from breeding.

Can also be used to bank an extra queen over winter when running 2 queen colonies and the bees are already familiar with 2 queens in the hive.

We recommend that clients add a small piece of wood as shown, if using the cage over winter. The wood is naturally the warmest material for the queen to rest on, while being surrounded by nurse bees.

The suggested wood dimensions as shown, are 20mm x 10mm x 110mm long.
(Tip: - The bottom bar on a beehive frame is often 20mm x 10mm section.)
Wood at 10mm thick is a firm fit, but we still recommend that one or 2 screws are fitted to keep it secure and in the best place. The top cap unclips to allow easy access for the strip of wood.

The top bar is 480mm long. Cage height is 228mm for full depth brood boxes and 175mm high for 3/4 depth.

Top quality product made in Europe from food grade polypropylene.

Stock supplied may be a different colour to what is shown in the photos.

Queen Isolation Cage 240

760-0240

Price excludes GST

$6.00

For brood breaks and healthy hive management.

Queen Isolation Cage

As varroa mites become resistant to miticides, and varroa re-invasion issues become more severe, beekeepers all over the world are searching for alternative treatments. Brood breaks in conjunction with Oxalic Acid vaporisation are extremely effective and low cost, and are becoming a very popular option.

Quick summary

Purpose-built cages made from food-grade Polypropylene.
Sliding door on one side.
Side openings in the grill are 4.2mm, the same as a queen excluder.
Nurse bees can go in and out to care for the queen.
Large enough to allow plenty of pheromone distribution, so the bees don’t try to supersede her.

Technical details

Material	Food-grade Polypropylene
Side openings	4.2mm, same as a queen excluder
Outside dimensions	240mm x 29mm x 34mm high
Pack size	Packed 100 per carton

Releasing the queen

To release the queen, slide open a door on the cage and she will come out as soon as the hive is closed back up.

Product video

Fitting into a brood frame

It is recommended to cut a window out of a brood frame and fit the cage into the window. The bees will secure it in place.

The frame can live permanently in the hive. Position it as an outer frame in the brood box when it has no queen enclosed. When the queen is inside, keep it near the middle of the brood box so she keeps warm and fed.

Using a ¾ depth frame

It is recommended to use a ¾ depth frame in a full depth brood box. The bees will build drone comb underneath it.

If there are any mites in the hive, they will tend to go to these drone cells. When they are all capped, they can be easily scraped from the bottom of the frame and disposed of, mites and all.

Alternative cage position

Some beekeepers fit the cage between 2 frames in a horizontal position instead of vertical. The comb is scraped back to the foundation. There is a question whether this way allows enough pheromone to be released, but it seems to be okay.

Applications

Varroa control by creating a brood break, then vaporising with Oxalic Acid.
Swarm control.
To maximise a honey crop.
When requeening with cells.
For overwintering.

The InstantVap Vaporizer is very quick and efficient for brood break and Oxalic Acid applications.

1. Varroa control

From mid-Spring to mid-Summer, 75% of the varroa mites in a hive can be breeding inside the capped brood cells and are protected from most varroa treatments.

By creating a brood break, all the varroa mites are exposed and can be killed with 1–3 cents worth of Oxalic Acid by vaporisation.

Procedure

Cage the queen for 18 days.
Release her and wait 6 days.
Then you will have 2 days where there will be no capped brood.
Vaporise the beehive with Oxalic Acid and kill almost every varroa mite inside.

Most commercial queen breeders will mark queens for no extra charge. That makes them very easy to find to allow for quick caging and very low cost varroa control.

2. Swarm control

Cage the queen in Spring to control swarming and varroa mite populations.

There are 3 stages that usually precede swarming:

Build excess amounts of drone brood.
Build queen cell cups.
Add eggs to cell cups to produce new queens.

The procedure is best performed during the first or second stage.

Procedure

Cage the queen for 18 days.
Release her and wait 6 days.
Then you will have 2 days where there will be no capped brood. Vaporise the beehive with Oxalic Acid and kill almost every varroa mite inside.
18 days with no eggs makes the bees forget about swarming for a while.

It is important to time this procedure to maximise field bee numbers at the start of the honey flow.

3. To maximise a honey crop

Some honey flows can be very valuable but occur for an intense and brief period of only 2 or 3 weeks.

To maximise the crop, cage the queen 2 or 3 days before the start of the expected honey flow. This allows for the following:

The queen excluder can be removed.
8 days after caging, there will be no brood to feed.
More bees get involved in field duties to maximise the crop.
Less food and pollen required in the brood nest.
Very few foragers collect pollen. They focus on the honey crop.
No chance of getting brood in the honey supers.

The honey crop can then be removed, queen released, and the hive can be vaporised with Oxalic Acid to kill virtually all the varroa mites in the hive.

4. Requeening with cells

Put the old queen into the cage when adding a queen cell. Check the hive 24 days later to see if there is a new laying queen.

If not, the old queen can be let out to continue laying. If there is a good new queen, the old queen can be removed.

There is likely to be no capped brood, so the hive can be vaporised with Oxalic Acid to kill virtually every varroa mite in the hive.

5. Over winter

Beehives in good condition in Autumn will greatly benefit from a brood break in the winter.

If you have hives in a location where this doesn’t happen, you can do it with an isolation cage.

The bees that hatch out after you cage the queen will live happily until the next batch of brood arrives several months later, after the brood break period.

This is all conditional to the bees being healthy and having enough of them at the time of caging.

The queen can be caged for 3 to 4 months without any detrimental effects to her health or performance.

24 days after caging, there will be no capped brood and the hive can be vaporised with Oxalic Acid.

If done with the correct technique, it will kill virtually every varroa mite in the beehive. There is no capped brood for them to shelter in.

Another treatment one week later is recommended to wipe out any possible varroa mite remnants.

Varroa mites can potentially turn up from stray bees from other colonies, but they cannot breed when there is no brood.

Winter brood break advantages

The temperature in the cluster will drop from 34°C to around 22°C to 28°C. With the lower temperature and no brood, there are significant advantages such as:

A lot less honey required in the winter.
A lot less pollen is required.
The worker bees and the queen live a lot longer because they have very little work to do.
There is less condensation in the beehive.
The timber stays dryer and lasts longer.
Only one box of bees is required over winter.
Easier to keep secure in case of storms or floods.

No varroa strips will be required in the beehive unless you have massive varroa mite re-invasion issues from nearby colonies.

Caging the queens in the first week of April and releasing in the last week of July worked very well on some trial beehives in the Nelson region in 2023.

The queens went crazy and laid a lot of eggs very fast. A month later, there were lots of beautiful big frames of very healthy brood.

When the queens are released, the hive can be vaporised with Oxalic Acid so that if there are any varroa mites present, they are virtually all killed.

Example of a cage in a plastic frame secured with SIKA MS bond.

Related option

Another Queen Isolation Cage option is the Technoset Queen Cage Frame. It takes the place of a frame and works on all the same principles listed above.

Oxalic Acid Crystals

751-0019

Price excludes GST

$15.00

Oxalic Acid Dihydrate Crystals. 99.5%

Oxalic Acid is used by many different industries for many different applications.

Beekeepers.
Exterior timber deep cleaning and preparation.
Commercial laundries. Rust and mineral deposit remover on fabric.
Building and construction cleaning. Mineral staining, grout, mortar, bricks, tiles, pavers.
Professional carpet cleaning. Rust and mineral stain removal.
Rust, scale and watermark removal from baths, basins and other washroom surfaces.
Hardwood stain removal on concrete and carpet
Waterlines and deposits on boat hulls and marine applications

Many beekeepers use Oxalic Acid with our Vaporizers

We also sell Glycerine and cardboard or paper strips

500g pottles, 2kg pottles or 25kg Bags

Ensure to reading safety instructions before opening container.

Click here to view our mixing guide for oxalic acid and glycerine

Check out our packages here, with everything you need to get started including Oxalic Acid

Cleaning Cap for InstantVap

760-0035

Price excludes GST

$5.00

This silicone cap is used for cleaning the InstantVap

Steam Cleaning
After rinsing it out, start heating it up to 200 C. While its heating up get the cleaning cup as shown in the picture above. Fill it 3/4 full of water. Once the InstantVap gets to 200C, tip it upside down without the plunger in the spout. Slide the cleaning cap over the spout, then holding it firmly in place with 2-3 fingers, tip the machine up the right way with the nozzle point away from yourself or anyone else. The water in the cap will drop down into the chamber, instantly evaporate and steam out the nozzle. This will generate a bit of pressure on the cap so ensure your wearing gloves and holding it down tight!

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Silicone Cover for InstantVap

760-0033

Price excludes GST

$77.00

This silicone cover placed over the spout of the InstantVap can help to optimize the performance of the device. By covering the hot box at the top of the InstantVap, this cover aids in reducing heat loss, as well as containing any acid spills from the plunger.

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Silicone Sleeve for Instant Vap x 5

760-0034.5

Price excludes GST

$3.75

These sleeves protect your hiveware from the hot nozzle on the InstantVap.

Essential when working with Plastic or Polystyrene hiveware.

Also help to insulate the nozzle and avoid blockages

5 Pieces Supplied

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Silicone Cap for InstantVap x 2

760-0036.2

Price excludes GST

$4.00

These slide over the nozzle & block any accidental vapor leakage e.g. during transport.
Alternatively, cut off the end and use as a heavy duty sleeve on polyhives

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info

Single Charger for Makita 18v Battery.

760-0048

Price excludes GST

$178.00

DC18RC Fast Charging Battery Charger by Makita – the practical solution for powering your Li-Ion batteries.

Fast Charging: Charges our 6.0Ah Makita batteries in just 55 minutes

Built-In CPU: The charger's CPU optimizes charging by reading the battery's memory chip, prolonging battery life.

Efficient Cooling: The forced air cooling fan minimizes charging time by maintaining the ideal battery temperature.

Digital Power Display: Monitor battery and charging status with the digital display for informed usage.

240 Volt Model: This charger is a 240-volt model with C-Tick compliance for versatility.

Included: Your purchase includes 1 X DC18RC Makita Battery Charger to keep your tools ready for action.

Genuine Makita Product

Double Charger for Makita 18v Battery.

760-0049

Price excludes GST

$300.00

DC18RD Fast Charging Battery Charger by Makita – the practical solution for powering your Li-Ion batteries.

Charges two batteries at the same time, giving users unparalleled charging efficiency so their batteries spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.

See Picture for a suggested arrangement of charging batteries in the field. Hondas' EU10i generator will run two chargers and is very efficient in its fuel consumption. With this arrangement you can charge 4 batteries per hour!

Fast Charging: Charges two of our 6.0Ah Makita batteries in just 55 minutes

Built in USB Port: Built-in USB port for charging portable electronic devices

Built-In CPU: The charger's CPU optimizes charging by reading the battery's memory chip, prolonging battery life.

Efficient Cooling: The forced air cooling fan minimizes charging time by maintaining the ideal battery temperature.

Digital Power Display: Monitor battery and charging status with the digital display for informed usage.

240 Volt Model: This charger is a 240-volt model with C-Tick compliance for versatility. Draws 460W

Genuine Makita Product

InstantVap LITE - 18 volt

760-0070-Ma

Price excludes GST

$620.00

ENSURE YOU SELECT THE CORRECT BATTERY TYPE BEFORE ADDING TO CART.

The InstantVap LITE 18V is a revolutionary, lightweight, and compact cordless oxalic acid vaporizer, perfect for small-scale beekeepers looking to simplify Varroa mite treatments. Designed with efficiency, durability, and practicality in mind, the InstantVap LITE offers all the performance you need for up to 20 colonies. It is full commercial quality like the Compact model but has an economy heating system to conserve battery power and hence the reason for slightly longer cycle times.

or click here to watch the Short Video.

Video here of original InstantVap model showing application procedures. (Applies to all InstantVap models).

Key Features

Battery Compatibility

The vaporizer is dispatched with a battery connector plate to suit one type of battery only. Choose from a range of popular battery options below:-

Makita LXT 18V
Milwaukee M18
Bosch Blue ProCore 18V
Bosch Green Power4All 18V
Dewalt XR 18/20V FlexVolt 20/60V or 18/54V (Note: Power Stack batteries are incompatible)
AEG 18V
Hikoki / Hitachi 18V
Black+Decker 18V
Ozito 18V
Metabo 18V
Ryobi 18v (Dewalt fitting with Ryobi adaptor)

Note: Batteries are not included.

Smart LED Feedback

Stay in control with a simple, intelligent LED system:

Slow blink: Warm-up
Steady-on: Ready for dosing
Fast blink: Vaporizing in progress
Double blink & pause: Battery discharged

Innovative Design

Acid-Resistant Materials: Built with stainless steel, aluminium and brass for durability and easy maintenance.
Dynamic Temperature Control: Prevents overheating and eliminates waiting for cooldowns.
Adjustable Dispenser: A tool-free, roll-on design with a 1-4 gram scale for precise dosing.
Optimized Brass Spout: A straight, 6mm diameter design ensures no pipe bends, reducing clogs. Easy to clean and replace.
Stable Operation: Fits snugly into a 6.5mm hive hole, supporting its weight without tilting.

Durable, Safe, and Reliable

Designed for cold, windy conditions, the InstantVap LITE features a double-wall furnace for consistent performance. Its deep discharge protection shuts the device down at 15.4V to prevent battery damage.

With CE certification and a robust build of acid-resistant stainless steel and brass, the InstantVap LITE ensures user safety and long-lasting reliability. The compact, lightweight design makes it ideal for hobbyists or small-scale beekeeping operations, offering unmatched convenience and practicality for Varroa treatments.

NB. Minimum of 100mm of free air space is recommended in front of the outlet nozzle to prevent the oxalic acid from solidifying on surfaces.

Why Choose InstantVap LITE?

Lightweight and portable for easy field use.
Low cost per treatment—just cents per hive!
Compatible with most popular power tool batteries.
Engineered to last, with minimal maintenance required.

Treat your colonies easily and efficiently – get your InstantVap LITE today!

6 Amp/hr 18V Makita LXT Batteries also available here

Respirators must be worn when vaporizing - Check out our range here

We highly recommend giving our Blog article a read - Field Trial with InstantVap

Technical Specifications

Power: 18V-20V; 145W; 8A
Battery Requirements: 0.5Ah for heating, 1.5Ah for 10 treatments
Treatment Time: 50-60 seconds per 2-gram dose
Operating Temp: 230°C.
Materials: Stainless steel frame, brass spout
Weight: Lightweight and portable. 700g excluding battery.
Spout Diameter: 6mm, requires a 6.5mm hive hole
Operating Temperature Control: Pre-set, dynamic regulation
Package Includes:
- InstantVap LITE with selected battery socket
- 1 Oxalic Acid Dispenser
- 1 Cleaning Cap
- 1 Spare O-ring
- 2 Silicone Sleeves
Warranty: 1 year with post-warranty repair available
Certifications: CE certified
Country of Manufacture: Designed and made in Hungary

InstantVap TURBO 18 volt

760-0065-Ma

Price excludes GST

$990.00

The all-new InstantVap® 18V TURBO has arrived — faster, smarter and more powerful than ever!

Building on the success of the Compact, the TURBO makes vaporizing oxalic acid (OA) in beehives even more efficient, with a high-power furnace, dynamic temperature control, and a smart LED interface for large-scale, reliable treatment.

NEW Turbo Design:
This model delivers quicker cycles (around 13 seconds per 2g dose) and precision control. With an easy-to-read LED display showing temperature, battery voltage, cycle counters and status lights, the Turbo is purpose-built for professional beekeepers needing speed in the field.

NEW LED display & counters
This includes live temperature and battery voltage, total cycles, cycles per battery, plus smart status light codes noted below: -
Slow blink = warming up, Solid = ready, Fast blink = vaporizing, Double blink + pause = low battery.

The Turbo combines strength and practicality — stainless-steel, acid-resistant frame, replaceable 6mm brass nozzle, double-wall furnace for cold/windy weather, and built-in over-discharge battery protection.

It is extremely cost-effective per application! Oxalic Acid costs less than 2 cents per hive for a 2 gram dose (based on bulk pricing). Treat thousands of hives for just a few dollars in materials.

Check out our InstantVap Operational Guide for more info.

The Vaporizer bowl temperature is very important to maximize the output of the Oxalic Acid without degrading it. Extensive lab testing shows that keeping the bowl temperature between 230 and 260 degrees Celsius is best:

Applications & suggested dose rates.

1. For beehives with solid bases, apply 2g of OA vapour at the bottom entry. Block the entry with a wet towel for 5–7 minutes.

2. For vented bases, use a vent blocker sheet, then follow the same process.

3. For hives with difficult-to-seal vented bases, apply 3g from the top via hive mat notch or excluder door/notch. See our stainless steel excluders with entry.

4. If the hive has a top feeder with a wooden rim, many beekeepers are applying the vapour through the rim directly below the feeder tray and into the bee space. Drill a 6.5mm hole in the rim on a slight downward angle to direct the vapour below the feeder tray. Plug with a golf tee or similar between treatments.

5. Through-the-wall dosing: drill a 6.5mm hole in the brood box and insert the brass nozzle. Plug with a golf tee or similar between treatments. It is best to locate the hole as high as possible at the side of the front plate so the vapour is directed alongside the outer frame. This method is the least most desirable of the 5 options.

NB. There should be 80mm to 100mm of free air space in front of the nozzle during discharge. Otherwise, 10% - 20% of the oxalic acid will solidify on a surface that is right in front and too close.

6 Amp/hr 18V Makita LXT Batteries also available here

Respirators must be worn when vaporizing — Check out our range here

Eye Protection must be worn.

Cleaning of these devices is important — Watch our Cleaning Video.

Take the weight of the nozzle with the InstantVap Support Stand.

Included with each Turbo:
1 × InstantVap Turbo Vaporizer (choose your battery socket)
1 × Oxalic Acid Dispenser
1 × Cleaning Cap
2 × Spare O-Rings
Batteries not included

The finer details:

Dynamic adjustable temperature: 230–260 °C (optimum 260 °C)
Power: 18–20V; 400W; 22A
Approx. 1Ah required for heating; each additional 1Ah = ~7 × 2g treatments
~13s per 2g dose at optimum temp
Stainless-steel, acid-resistant frame & dispenser
Roll-on dosing dispenser, 1–4g scale, one-press release (extras available here)
6mm brass outlet pipe, easy to clean, designed to resist clogging
Stable in hive hole, supports its own weight
100mm free space in front of nozzle recommended
Double-wall furnace for stable performance in cold, windy weather
Built-in over-discharge battery protection (~15.2V)
Weight: approx. 1.6kg
Warranty: 1 year

The InstantVap Turbo is powered by common power tool batteries (choose one system at time of purchase):

Makita LXT 18V
Milwaukee M18
Bosch ProCore 18V (Black & Red)
Dewalt XR/FlexVolt 18–20V
Metabo 18V
AEG 18V
Ozito 18V
Hikoki/Hitachi 18V

The device is compatible with only one type of battery. Please select carefully. Price does not include any batteries.

InstantVap Support Stand

760-0058

Price excludes GST

$100.00

A sturdy telescopic rod that supports your InstantVap® device when the nozzle or a ledge can’t.
Designed for InstantVap® Original, Compact, and Turbo models — not compatible with Lite.

Fits securely into the handle to hold the device steady during use
Telescopic design — easy to extend and fold away
Length: 76 cm when extended

Simple, reliable support for your InstantVap® wherever you need it.

Ryobi-to-DeWalt Battery Adapter for InstantVap LITE

760-0059

Price excludes GST

$70.00

Ryobi 18V Battery Adapter for InstantVap Lite

Convert your DeWalt-mount InstantVap Lite to use Ryobi 18V batteries.

A simple, robust adapter for beekeepers who prefer Ryobi’s ONE+ system or already own multiple Ryobi batteries.

Important: This adapter is for the InstantVap Lite model only. It does not work with the InstantVap Compact or InstantVap Turbo.

Product overview

Upgrade the flexibility of your InstantVap Lite with this Ryobi-to-DeWalt battery adapter. Designed for InstantVap Lite models fitted with a DeWalt battery plate, this adapter allows you to power your unit using a Ryobi ONE+ 18V lithium battery.

Whether you are standardizing batteries across your workshop or simply prefer Ryobi’s system, this adapter gives you more choice without modifying your vaporizer.

Compatibility

Compatible model:

InstantVap Lite only

Requires an InstantVap Lite fitted with a DeWalt battery plate.

Battery type

Accepts Ryobi ONE+ 18V lithium batteries.

Key features

Designed for DeWalt-mount InstantVap Lite models
Accepts Ryobi ONE+ 18V batteries
Strong, secure mount designed for repeated use
No wiring or alterations required
Ideal for beekeepers who already own Ryobi tools
Useful for anyone searching for a Ryobi-to-DeWalt battery converter

Why this adapter matters

DeWalt-mount InstantVaps are popular for their reliability, but many New Zealand beekeepers and workshop users already run Ryobi ONE+ batteries. Adapters like this are hard to find locally, especially ones shaped specifically to fit InstantVap units.

This converter gives you:

More battery options
Less downtime
A lower overall setup cost
A practical way to use the batteries you already own

Who is it for?

Beekeepers running InstantVap Lite OA vaporizers
Users searching for a Ryobi to DeWalt battery adapter
Anyone wanting to use Ryobi 18V batteries with a compatible DeWalt-mount InstantVap Lite

Important notes

Adapter only – InstantVap unit and batteries not included.
Photos show the adapter fitted to an InstantVap for illustration.
Works on the InstantVap Lite model only.
Does not work with the InstantVap Compact.
Does not work with the InstantVap Turbo.