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Large Professional Hive Tool Mellarius – Stainless Steel
Large beekeeping hive tool in reinforced design is among the essential tools for every colony inspection. The stainless steel version is designed to make work at the apiary fast, smooth and above all gentle to the hive. It serves excellently for separating propolized supers, lids and frames – exactly where bees use propolis to firmly "glue" every joint and gap in no time. With this sturdy hive tool, you will loosen glued parts surely and safely, without unnecessary prying and excessive force.
Durable Helper for Comfortable Work
The main advantage is the combination of ergonomics and long service life. The hive tool is made of quality stainless steel alloy, so it resists corrosion even when in contact with commonly used beekeeping acids and disinfectants. The shaping fits well in the hand and helps maintain comfort even during longer work with multiple hives. Sharp edges allow efficient separation of propolized joints without unnecessary damage to wooden or polystyrene hive parts. The result is time savings and less equipment wear.
Universal Use at the Apiary
In addition to disassembling supers and loosening frames, the hive tool is also excellent as a scraper. You can use the wider part to clean top bars from propolis, scrape excess wax from the queen excluder, or remove deposits from hive walls and edges. The reinforced stainless steel construction can handle occasional prying when handling heavier honey supers. It is a practical, multi-purpose tool that will be appreciated by beginners and professional beekeepers alike.
Technical Specifications
| Material: | Solid stainless steel, 3 mm thickness |
| Overall dimensions (length × width): | 240 mm × 40 mm (24 × 4 cm) |
| Blade width (straight and curved parts): | 40 mm |
| Features and design: | Double-sided use, stainless steel (anti-corrosion), hanging hole |
| Maintenance and hygiene: | Washable and disinfectable, can be safely flame-sterilized |
| Purpose: | Robust tool for everyday work – for hobby and professional beekeepers |
The Mellarius hive tool is a quality beekeeping tool from a renowned German manufacturer that will serve you reliably for many seasons with proper care.
