Electrical apparatus for eradicating fire ants
US4667436A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 2, 1985 |
| Grant date | May 26, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01M2200/011
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus powered by an electric alternating current source comprising an insulator having the upper end of a spike mounted therein and two wires wrapped about the insulator forming a double helical coil. The two wires have a voltage of about 1000-1500 volts placed across them to electrocute fire ants upon contact. The spike is inserted into the ground thus supporting the apparatus in an upright position.
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