{"product_id":"instantvap-18v-compact-oxalic-acid-vaporizer","title":"InstantVap 18V Compact - Oxalic Acid Vaporizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lower-priced alternative to the Original InstantVap with the same heating capacity — this compact version cuts cost by reducing size and removing the digital readout, while quickly vaporizing oxalic acid inside the hive to kill varroa mites on contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Use Oxalic Acid Vaporization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVaporizing with oxalic acid is nearly 100% effective against mites inside the hive, but it can't penetrate wax cappings. That means it works best when a hive has no capped brood — during winter for most of the US, after collecting a swarm, after a colony has swarmed, or during requeening events when there's a natural brood break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Temperature Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faster treatment times through precise temperature regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent LED Feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear visibility even in direct sunlight, no bending down required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Temperature Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents overheating for consistent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Stainless-Steel Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable, comfortable handling without tilting forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Protection System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in over-discharge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable Brass Stem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-positioned for easy access and extended product life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront or Back Entry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use through a drilled hole in the back of the hive or through the front entrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with major-brand 18V\/20V batteries — DeWalt 20V, Milwaukee M18, Ridgid 18V, Makita, and Bosch GBA\/ProCore 18V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended: 5Ah or larger battery for best performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits slide-in style batteries only — does not fit post-style batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid DeWalt \"Powerstack\" batteries; stick with standard recognized-brand batteries for reliable results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product includes the plunger but does not come with a battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/beekeeping-equipment\/oxalic-acid-vaporization\"\u003eOxalic Acid Vaporization\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/beekeeping-pests\/survey-of-varroa-mite-treatments\"\u003eSurvey of Varroa Mite Treatments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/instavap-oxalic-acid-plunger\"\u003eInstantVap Oxalic Acid Plunger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/instantvap-carry-case\"\u003eInstantvap Carry Case\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBrowse More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oxalic-acid-vaporizers\"\u003eOxalic Acid Vaporizers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/varroa-mite-control\"\u003eVarroa Mite Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Dewalt Battery Compatible","offer_id":49054228447387,"sku":"InstaVap Dewalt BC","price":445.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Makita Battery Compatible","offer_id":49054228480155,"sku":"InstaVap Makita BC","price":445.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Milwaukee Battery Compatible","offer_id":49054228512923,"sku":"InstaVap Milwaukee BC","price":445.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ridgid Battery Compatible","offer_id":49054228545691,"sku":"InstaVap Ridgid BC","price":445.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5103\/6827\/files\/InstaVap-18V-Compact-Foxhound-Bee-Company-3.png?v=1784702963","url":"https:\/\/0spfvf-gz.myshopify.com\/products\/instantvap-18v-compact-oxalic-acid-vaporizer","provider":"Sarah's Newest Trends","version":"1.0","type":"link"}