15" Diameter Insect / Butterfly Sweep Net with Monorail Frame
Product Code: BF-1
The 15" Diameter Insect / Butterfly Sweep Net is a professional-grade insect collecting net designed for entomologists, environmental consultants, forestry professionals, researchers, and educators. Its monorail frame protects the net bag from abrasion, making it more durable than standard hoop-style butterfly nets during repeated field use.
Specifications:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | BF-1 |
| Hoop Diameter | 15 in. (38 cm) |
| Net Depth | 24–25 in. (61–64 cm) |
| Handle Length | 36 in. (91 cm) |
| Handle Material | 1-inch aluminum with foam grip |
| Hoop Type | Monorail bow/frame |
| Net Material | White micro-mesh |
| Product Type | Insect / Butterfly Sweep Net |
- 15-inch monorail hoop protects the net bag from wear where it contacts vegetation.
- White micro-mesh net provides excellent visibility while minimizing damage to delicate butterflies, moths, and dragonflies.
- 36-inch aluminum handle offers extended reach while remaining lightweight.
- Foam grip provides comfort and improved control during long field surveys.
- Designed for repeated use in meadows, forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats.
Typical Applications:
- Butterfly and moth collecting
- Dragonfly and damselfly surveys
- Pollinator monitoring
- Biodiversity inventories
- Forestry and environmental assessments
- University and school field studies
- General entomological research
Advantages of the Monorail Frame:
Compared with a standard wire hoop, the BF-1's monorail frame:
- Reduces wear on the net bag during sweeping.
- Extends the service life of the net.
- Maintains the hoop's shape under repeated use.
- Is well suited for sweeping through grass, shrubs, and light brush.
BF-1 vs. BF-4:
| Feature | BF-1 | BF-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Hoop Diameter | 15 in. (38 cm) | 12 in. (30 cm) |
| Handle Length | 36 in. (91 cm) | 24 in. (61 cm) |
| Hoop Design | Monorail frame | Galvanized wire hoop |
| Net Depth | 24–25 in. | 30 in. |
| Best For | Large-area field surveys and sweeping vegetation | General butterfly collecting and close-range use |