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What is CO₂ used for in the trap?
Carbon dioxide is one of the main signals mosquitoes use to locate a host. We naturally exhale it when we breathe. Diffusing CO₂ reproduces this signal and attracts mosquitoes to the trap.
Is the CO₂ cylinder essential for HexaTrap CO₂?
Yes. CO₂ mimics human breathing and attracts mosquitoes from farther away to the HexaTrap CO₂ trap.
How many CO₂ cylinders are needed for a season?
In 24/7 mode, one 425 g cylinder lasts up to 7 days. For a typical 3- to 4-month season, allow around 13 to 17 cylinders. Smart scheduling in the mobile app can extend cylinder autonomy.
Mosquitoes locate their prey using several signals, the most important of which is the carbon dioxide we exhale when we breathe. This gas acts as a trigger signal that sets off their search for a host. Once this signal is detected, mosquitoes head towards the source to identify their prey.
CO₂ allows this natural signal to be replicated in order to attract mosquitoes to the trap, often well before they reach the area you wish to protect.
The HexaTrap CO₂ Capture trap works by replicating several signals used by mosquitoes to locate prey. The release of CO₂ simulates human breathing and attracts mosquitoes from a long distance away. Once near the trap, the device’s other signals take over to guide the mosquitoes towards the capture system.
The CO₂ cylinder fits directly into the designated compartment inside the HexaTrap CO₂ Capture trap. Once in place, it supplies the trap’s diffusion system and ensures that mosquitoes continue to be attracted throughout the entire period of use.
CO₂ cylinders are available in packs of 2, 4 or 6, allowing you to tailor your CO₂ supply to your usage and the length of your mosquito control season.
The duration of use depends on the diffusion mode programmed on your HexaTrap CO₂ Capture. The higher the diffusion rate, the greater the CO₂ consumption.
As a guide, 2 CO₂ cylinders provide up to:
The mobile app control system allows you to precisely tailor the release of CO₂ to your lifestyle and mosquito activity. Easily programme operating times, adjust the level of protection to suit your needs and optimise the use of your gas cylinders. Whether you want to protect your patio on summer evenings or maintain continuous protection throughout the season, you remain in control of the performance and battery life of your HexaTrap CO₂ Capture.