The Plastic Queen Excluder is a lightweight, affordable plastic grid panel placed between the brood box and honey super in a Langstroth hive to prevent the queen from laying eggs in honey frames. It performs the same function as metal or bamboo excluders ā allowing worker bees through while blocking the physically larger queen ā at the lowest cost of the four excluder types available at Urban Beekeepers.
What Is the Plastic Queen Excluder?
The plastic queen excluder is the entry-level excluder option for Langstroth beekeepers. Its slotted plastic grid allows worker bees (approximately 4.4mm wide) to pass through freely while preventing the larger queen (approximately 5.4mm wide) from moving between boxes. Plastic excluders are lighter than metal alternatives, require no rust treatment, and are easy to clean by scraping off propolis buildup with a hive tool. They are best suited for hobbyist operations and beekeepers with one to five hives. For heavy commercial use and high-temperature conditions, the Metal Queen Excluder offers better durability. Compare also: Bamboo Queen Excluder and Wooden Queen Excluder.
Key Features and Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Plastic ā lightweight, rust-free |
| Compatible Hive | Standard Langstroth hive |
| Best For | Hobbyist and beginner beekeepers, 1ā5 hives |
| Cost Level | Most affordable excluder type |
Why Buy From Urban Beekeepers?
- Kenya’s best beekeeping equipment shop ā stocking high-quality and genuine beekeeping equipment
- In stock ā same-day delivery within Nairobi
- Nationwide delivery to all major towns across Kenya
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Shipping and Delivery
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines for your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a plastic queen excluder reduce honey production?
There is ongoing debate among beekeepers about whether all queen excluders slightly reduce worker bee traffic into honey supers. The slot dimensions in good-quality excluders are sized to pass worker bees comfortably ā propolis buildup narrowing the slots is the more common cause of reduced traffic. Clean the excluder regularly to keep slots clear.
Does Urban Beekeepers deliver the Plastic Queen Excluder outside Nairobi?
Urban Beekeepers delivers countrywide to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Machakos, Kitengela, Kitui, and all major towns across Kenya. Same-day delivery within Nairobi. Call 0797 764 747 to confirm delivery timelines.
