BG-Booster CO2

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is one of the most important attractants for mosquitoes. The addition of CO₂ to the BG-Sentinel trap or BG-Pro trap enables you to catch a broad range of mosquitoes and other bloodsucking insects. Various sources of carbon dioxide can be used and  must be sourced separately. The BG-Booster CO₂ releases pure CO₂ from a CO₂ cylinder (sourced separately) directly above the BG-Sentinel trap. The pressure can be adjusted to the local and seasonal conditions with the specialized pressure regulator.
We recommend a flow rate of about 0.5 kg of CO₂ per day (marker on the display of the pressure regulator) for surveillance, which equals approximately 175 ml/min.
A 10 kg CO₂ cylinder with this flow rate will last around 20 days. With higher flow rates up to 1.5 kg/day it is possible to further increase catch rates.
These are rough estimations, as the flow rate might vary according to various parameters, e.g., temperature.
For other versions of the BG-Booster CO2, please contact us at research-webshop@biogents.com.