A telescoping collection cup changer for insect traps.

Type

Article

Date of Publication

1985

Original Publication

Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association

Volume

1

Series / Issue

Issue: 1

Pages

033-037

Contributed by

American Mosquito Control Association

Notes

Author(s) - Bidlingmayer WL.Evans DG.

 

Abstract

A description is provided of a time interval insect sampler that has been used in suction traps but would also be useful with light traps. The device is capable of taking 27 successive samples. Principle of operation involves 2 telescoping concentric cylinders. The collection cups, mounted in the motor driven inner cylinder, are closed by the wall of the outer cylinder as the inner cylinder spirals inward about a helix screw.

Notes

Author(s) - Bidlingmayer WL.Evans DG.