Solar-powered ultrasonic mole repellers

Landowners have to protect their crops from many pests. But while terrestrial rodents, beetles and birds leave visible damage, the activity of moles remains invisible for a long time. The summer resident finds out about the uninvited guests at the most unpleasant moment. For example, he sees a rutted lawn, mounds of earth in flower beds, withering seedlings or bushes. Moles do not set themselves the goal of destroying plantings; they dig tunnels underground, tearing roots, cables and even sewer pipes along the way.

Man has come up with many ways to fight animals, but the most effective option is an electronic mole repeller powered by solar batteries or conventional batteries.

The task of repellers

The main task of an ultrasonic solar-powered mole repeller is to expel earth-moving pests from the territory of a garden or vegetable plot and prevent their further appearance. Previously, the fight against them consisted of using poisons, traps and mole traps, which had short-term success and low efficiency.

But when it became known that shrews, moles and mole rats absolutely cannot tolerate sound vibrations traveling through the air or underground, it was possible to create an effective weapon to scare away underground rodents. High- or low-frequency sounds are harmless to humans, birds and other animals, but moles perceive them as a signal of danger, upon hearing which they instinctively try to move to a safe distance away from the source of the sound.

However, over time, pests can adapt to such sounds in a certain range, so modern repellers are designed so that the operating frequency changes cyclically or periodically, and the animals do not get used to it. Many consider them more effective than common home-made repellers.

Interesting!

Animals that lead an underground lifestyle have good hearing and are very sensitive to soil vibration, so infrafrequency vibrations have an irritating effect on their nervous system. The use of sound repellent methods is the most environmentally friendly and humane in relation to moles, mole rats and shrews.

Mole sabotage

Mammals such as moles are small animals that mostly feed on bugs and worms (especially earthworms). They dig their passages underground at a shallow depth - from 5 to 30 cm in depth for working tunnels and from 80 cm to 1 m in depth to create chambers where their offspring are raised. While digging your tunnels, if you come across a tree, shrub or other low-growing plant, their roots will not be an obstacle for a digging or gnawing animal - all the roots will be damaged. That’s why fruit trees, tomato bushes and other crops die.

Operating principle

The mole repeller consists of two parts:

• a cap-shaped body with solar panels for power is located on top;
• a pointed hollow rod in which a sound emitter is installed.

Solar-powered repellers
After installing the repeller into the soil to a depth equal to half the length of the plant roots, and turning it on, sound vibrations of a certain frequency propagate. The range of action is determined by the power of the emitter and the presence of mechanical obstacles in the path of ultrasonic waves. Animals that come within the range of the device hear signals in the form of negative sensations, which cause them to panic and want to leave the dangerous territory.

On a note!

It is recommended to install repellers in those areas of the garden plot where the presence of earth-moving pests is determined by piles of earth; then the repellent efficiency will be higher.

No. 9 – Masterkit Antikrot

Price: 900 rubles

A simple and effective, and most importantly environmentally friendly device that will become your faithful ally in the fight against garden and lawn rodents. For people, pets, as well as useful living creatures such as worms and beetles, the device is absolutely safe. The range of the device is 20 meters, and it is powered by Krona batteries.

The principle of operation is simple - once every 25 seconds the repeller emits an ultrasonic signal, which forces the moles to retreat. The device is made of plastic, which cannot be called high quality, so try to install the Antikrot in such a way that you do not accidentally catch it while working on the site. An inexpensive device that will be the best choice for owners of small plots who do not want to seriously spend money on pest control.

Masterkit Antikrot

Specifications

The main advantage of solar-powered repellers is their autonomy and mobility, i.e. the device can be installed anywhere on the site and moved if necessary. On sunny days, the battery is recharged automatically through a built-in panel at the top of the cap. However, in cloudy weather for several days, the charge level may decrease; in this case, the repeller kit includes a charger or a set of batteries, which will help maintain the necessary technical characteristics for normal operation.

Sound pulses are usually generated randomly and are effective over a certain area of ​​the site, so over a large area it is recommended to install several repellers at a distance of 25-30 m at once.

Such devices have a waterproof housing made of aluminum or plastic that protects against raindrops. However, it cannot be installed in soil that is too wet or frozen, so before frost begins, the device must be removed and cleaned, then stored until the next warm season.

Manufacturers of repellers against underground animals promise complete elimination of moles on the site within 3-6 weeks, the duration of this period depends on the temperature and humidity of the soil, and the individual sensitivity of animals to sounds and noises.

On a note!

When introducing it into the ground, do not use heavy and hard tools (hammer, etc.) so as not to damage the batteries and the body of the device. After installation, it is better to compact the soil well to remove air voids.

The best mole traps for 2022

This category includes traps for moles, which are installed in a certain place in the passages and after a while are checked for the presence of the animal. You can make such devices yourself.

Model "000812" from

Purpose: for catching moles.

The live trap for moles is made of metal and plastic. Installation recommendations:

• On a straight section of the path, dig a hole with a diameter of 6 cm;
• Install a trap vertically 2 cm below the bottom of the tunnel;
• Raise the handle all the way up;
• Sprinkle the area with grass.

After the mole falls into the trap, the handle will lower, and to remove the pest, you need to lower it all the way.

Model "000812" from packed and unpacked

Specifications:

Trap 000812 Cat Fedr

Advantages:

• Original assembly;
• Active trap;
• Sensitivity of the device;
• Durable;
• It works no matter from which direction the mole is approaching;
• For all weather conditions;
• Price.

Flaws:

• Little information on installation;
• It takes skill.

Model "Pipe"

Purpose: to catch moles.

A device for catching moles that allows you to save the life of a rodent. It is installed horizontally in one of the passages and sprinkled with earth. You can check the trap in the morning, afternoon and evening. Appearance of the device: a cylinder with holes, made of durable plastic. The entrance and exit are designed so that the animal can enter but not be able to exit. Works on both sides.

The “Pipe” model in action: a mole is caught

Specifications:

Mole trap Pipe

Advantages:

• Ease of use;
• Environmental friendliness;
• Saves the life of the mole;
• Active;
• Resistant model to any temperature;
• Durability;
• Reliability of the design.

Flaws:

• Not identified.

Model "Wire"

Purpose: catching moles, eliminating them.

Comes in pairs for sale. The mechanism is simple: steel wire twisted to a specific shape. A special mechanism repeats the principle of operation of a mousetrap, but in a more gentle mode.

“Wire” model, appearance, installation in passages

Specifications:

Wire trap for moles

Advantages:

• The most budget devices;
• Eco-friendly;
• Simple mechanism;
• Long service life;
• Suitable for any underground rodents.

Flaws:

• Not identified.

Repeller models and their effectiveness

Ultrasonic solar-powered mole repellers
Let's look at the most popular models, their technical characteristics, efficiency, prices and reviews of solar-powered mole repellers.

Tornado 03 V.03

The repeller is made in Russia and produces sound vibrations at a frequency of 400 Hz with pauses of 45-60 seconds. In the sun, the battery charges all day long, at night it runs on 4 AA batteries. Dimensions: 155x155x425 mm.

The exposure range is calculated at 1000 sq. m, i.e. a plot of 10 acres in the absence of obstacles (wells, foundations of buildings, stones, etc.).

Price 2600 rub.

Review

I bought a Tornado repeller in a store, but its area of ​​action turned out to be much smaller than what was indicated in the instructions. Therefore, to protect the entire territory of the site, we had to buy 3 more pieces.

Sergey, Kostroma

WEITECH WK677 SOLAR

Ultrasonic repeller made by a Belgian company, range 300 sq. m, which effectively scares away snakes, moles and mice. Operating mode: 2 sec. there is a signal, then 40 sec. pause. The device operates for 5 days without additional charging.

Cost 3200 rub.

SITITEK Grom-Profi LED+

The repeller model produced in Hong Kong is powered by solar panels and has quality certificates of Russian and European standards.

Characteristics:

• signal frequency: 400-1000 Hz with an interval of 30 seconds;
• The battery capacity is 800 mAh, which ensures operation even in cloudy weather for 3 days;
• large area of ​​action - 600-70 sq. m allows you to use 1 device in a dacha with 6 acres;
• generates signals with a non-repeating sequence, which reduces the likelihood of moles becoming accustomed;
• the housing is sealed and not affected by rain and snow;
• Can also be used as a night lamp.

Price about 3000 rubles.

Review

I bought Thunder Citytek on the advice of a neighbor, who used it to disperse moles on his property. However, I saw a positive effect only a month after the purchase. Apparently, my moles have “iron” nerves.

Oleg, Moscow

Scat 49

Solar-powered mole repeller
Russian-made repeller. The operation of the device allows you to change the frequency of ultrasonic vibrations with a frequency of 400-1000 Hz in a “floating mode” with pauses of 15-60 seconds. During the day, the device's battery is charged from the sun's rays; when darkness falls, the backlight automatically turns on, allowing it to be used as a night light. Battery life – 48 hours.

The device is installed at a depth of 20 cm near the mole passages. Effective area – 800 sq. m, battery size 89x61 mm. It is recommended to install several repellers at a distance of 20-30 m throughout the area.

Price 1290 rub.

SOLAR MOLE REPELLER

The repeller generates sound waves at a frequency of 200-900 Hz, to which earth-moving pests react as danger signals. The signal changes randomly so as not to cause addiction in animals.

Action area: 650 sq. m, the capacity of solar panels is 45 mA, the complex has a battery, you can buy such a device for 900 rubles.

No. 7 – Anti-Crote Dadget

Price: 1200 rubles

A compact device with a coverage area of ​​approximately 5 acres. Producing constant vibration, the device will make it undesirable for moles to be on your territory, and you and your pets will not even notice its existence. It is worth noting that, unlike previous models, this device is made of impact-resistant plastic, so you don’t have to be afraid of accidentally damaging it.

In general, there is only one drawback - the range is not very large, which will not be enough for most summer residents, but you can always buy a couple of such repellers and cover a fairly large area.

Antikrot Dadzhet

Advantages and disadvantages of solar-powered repellers

The advantages of such devices:

• autonomy: charging the battery from sunlight ensures continuous operation for 2-3 days even in cloudy weather;
• large area of ​​repellent effect on moles;
• signals are generated in a non-repeating sequence, which reduces the likelihood of habituation in moles and other digging animals;
• The dust- and moisture-proof housing allows it to be used under any negative environmental influences (rain, snow);
• Can be used as a night lamp;
• Some models have 2 power sources: from a solar panel and replaceable batteries.

The disadvantage of the repeller is that moles usually do not immediately leave the territory, but only after 3-6 weeks. Also, the result of the device is not always positive, since it depends on the individual characteristics of the animals, their adaptation to loud sounds, as well as on the condition of the soil.

Reviews

Andrey:

Our site constantly had problems with rodents, including moles. They constantly caused inconvenience by undermining the root system of the plantings. After processing various information on the Internet, we purchased an LS-997MR solar-powered repeller. There are fewer rodents. A neighbor in the area even complained that we deliberately kicked everyone out to him. But it was not possible to completely remove them. The instructions say that this may be due to the characteristics of the soil.

Alyona:

My husband and I purchased a Chinese-made RemiLingTerminator model. Despite the fact that our area is sunny, and there could be no undercharging, the operation of the device did not change anything. The rodents were and still are. We tried to install it according to the instructions, but the result was zero. Maybe it's really the Chinese filling?

Daria:

Not long ago, on the recommendation of friends, we purchased the SuperMax KR102 model and did not regret it. Rodents, including moles, disappeared in just a couple of days. According to the characteristics, the device is very powerful, with a large battery charge area and an impressive range. That's why it costs a little more than other models.

Is it possible to make such a device with your own hands?

When looking at the prices of high-quality mole repellers (we are not talking about Chinese ineffective consumer goods), many gardeners think about how to make such a repeller with their own hands and thereby save money.

However, in practice, without special knowledge, such an approach will be ineffective, even if there is an electrical circuit of the device. Modern mole repellers include:

1. A special microcircuit responsible for changing the frequencies of the generated sound;
2. Additional elements that enhance sound;
3. Ultrasonic systems use piezo actuators adapted for such devices;
4. The device may also contain an electric motor (to create vibration) and an electrical control system for its operation.

It is difficult to buy, assemble and correctly arrange the corresponding electronic components manually, and their cost and the price of the time spent on this will be incomparably greater than the cost of commercially available devices.

However, some craftsmen got rid of moles using a simpler homemade device: an ordinary continuously beeping Chinese electronic alarm clock was placed in a metal pipe. The pipe was buried in the ground and did a fairly good job of scaring away moles;

Review

“I tried to buy a mole repeller in Moscow, I was horrified by the prices. 1500 rubles to drive out the mole, well, no thanks. This is completely beyond the bounds. There's not much stuff there, a speaker, a relay and a small circuit. I found such a circuit on the Internet, screwed the speaker in larger, and powered it from the battery. I installed it in the winter, it’s already April, there are no moles yet. I think it will work."

Pavel, Podolsk

Well, in conclusion, let's summarize:

• There is no point in chasing ultrasonic mole repellers - they are more suitable for fighting rats and mice indoors;
• Autonomous devices that periodically generate sounds of varying frequencies and mechanical vibration are more convenient to use and in many cases are quite effective (although not always);
• If some device helped your neighbor behind the fence, then try using the same one.

If you have personal experience of getting rid of moles using ultrasonic or other repellers, be sure to leave your review at the bottom of this page (in the comments field) - perhaps this will help someone decide on the choice of device.

Useful video: review of different types of mole repellers (help with choosing)

No. 6 – Sititek Thunder-Plus

Price: 1600 rubles

An interesting device that can boast excellent protection for the case and its contents - corrosion and snow will not matter to the inside of the device. The device works great on moles, mice and rats, so you can forget about chasing small rodents around the area. The phenomenal impact area - up to 1250 square meters - will allow you to use such a device on several nearby garden plots at once, so you can simply chip in with your neighbors in the country and forget about the pest problem once and for all.

The high efficiency of the device also deserves praise - it can operate for up to six months with one set of batteries. In general, this is a model that deserves close attention at a very reasonable price.

Sititek Thunder-Plus

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