Bugdorm Butterfly Nets – Build your own
Individual Components for Fibreglass, Aluminium and Carbon-Fibre Nets
To obtain a complete net, choose:
- The type of handle;
- The stainless steel ring (hoop) that matches the connector on the handle;
- The net bag that relates to the ring (hoop);
- The carrying case for the ring is an optional extra.
Or refer to the other product pages showing the Fibreglass and Carbon-Fibre complete nets.
Foldable Handles are available in fibreglass, aluminium or carbon-fibre.
The fibreglass handles are slightly heavier than that of carbon-fibre, however the fibreglass is a much sturdier material. It is therefore less likely to crack if the handle smacks against a hard surface, e.g. rock/tree trunk.
The fibreglass handle is also much less conductive than the carbon-fibre type, making it safer to be used where there are electrical wires (although obviously we recommend you avoid electrical wires in any case).
**PLEASE NOTE – Both fibreglass and carbon-fibre handles can only be used when fully extended. The aluminium handles can be locked in any position.**
Handles: Fibreglass Type
EDH1F Fibreglass Handle:
- Five (5) segments
- Length 39-164cm
- 5/16″ female connector
- 230 grams
EDH2F Fibreglass Handle:
- Six (6) segments
- Length 39-198cm
- 5/16″ female connector
- 270 grams
When folded, it fits in small backpack. Keep nets and poles away from power lines.
Handles: Aluminium Type
EDH1A Aluminium Handle:
- Twist lock
- Three (3) segments
- Length 46-102cm
- Can be locked in any position
- 200 grams
EDH2A Aluminium Handle:
- Twist lock
- Four (4) segments
- Length 61-141cm
- Can be locked in any position
- 400 grams
Handles: Carbon-Fibre Type
EDH9C Carbon-Fibre Handle:
- Single segment
- Length 35cm
- 5/16″ female connector
- 40 grams
- When folded, it fits in small backpack
EDH1C Carbon-fibre Handle:
- Six (6) segments
- Length 56-270cm
- 1/2″ female connector
- 245 grams
EDH2C Carbon-fibre Handle:
- Eight (8) segments
- Length 56-360cm
- 1/2″ female connector
- 400 grams
EDH3C Carbon-fibre Handle:
- Nine (9) segments
- Length 61-450cm
- 1/2″ female connector
- 500 grams
EDH4C Carbon-fibre Handle:
- Eleven (11) segments
- Length 61-530cm
- 1/2″ female connector
- 660 grams
Foldable stainless steel rings (hoops)
EDM38F Stainless Insect Net Ring:
- 38cm diameter
- 5/16″ male connector
- Unfolded 38cm diameter
- Folded 14cm
- Weight ~100 grams
EDM46F Stainless Insect Net Ring:
- 46cm diameter
- 5/16″ male connector
- Unfolded 46cm diameter
- Folded 15cm
- Weight <110 grams
EDM60F Stainless Insect Net Ring:
- 60cm diameter
- 5/16″ male connector
- Unfolded 60cm diameter
- Folded 20cm
- Weight <110 grams
WARNING: The spring ring has very high elastic force. Please be careful when opening it.
Assembling instructions
How to Secure Net Ring to the Connector Properly:
- Screw the cap on, but not all the way;
- Thread ends of steel net ring into the gap and make sure bends in net ring are pointing out;
- Tighten cap while holding base;
- Ensure cap is tight by pushing net ring against a solid base while further tightening cap.
How to Fold the Hoop:
The steel spring net ring can be folded by twisting the top of the ring and the knob in opposite directions. As you twist, the ring starts to collapse into a three dimensional U. By forcing the top two edges of the U to overlap, the ring is collapsed into three sections. The folded ring can be locked into position by wrapping the bag around the ring.
Bags/Nets
EDC38 Plastic net bag:
- 38cm diameter
EDC46 Plastic net bag:
- 46cm diameter
EDC60 Plastic aerial net bag:
- 60cm diameter
Compatible with the foldable net rings.
Soft Nylon netting 100 x 80 mesh/square inch.
- Excellent visibility. Low wind resistance
- Aerial use only. Easily snags on bushes
- Weight: <60 grams
- Materials: 100 x 80 mesh white nylon or 104 x 94 off-white Nylon
Carrying Cases
EDC21:
- Plastic Carrying Bag (for 46cm net rings)
$8.00 – $280.00
