3D Printed Small Hive Beetle Trap for Beekeepers

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The maker says it fits: Standard Langstroth bee hive frames. See the proof

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What it does

Slides between frame tops so beetles hide inside and die, protecting your hive from damage
Fill with diatomaceous earth or vegetable oil so you control exactly what goes in your trap
Print on demand and customize fit for your specific frame spacing, saving money on bulk orders
Stops small hive beetles before they harm your colony, keeping your bees healthy and productive

Keep your beehive safe from small hive beetles without chemicals or mess. This 3D-printed trap works by giving beetles a hiding spot they cannot resist, then trapping them inside so they cannot damage your frames or brood.

Place the trap between two of your frames at the top of the hive. Fill it with diatomaceous earth or vegetable oil. Beetles crawl in looking for shelter from your bees and get caught. The design is inspired by proven beetle control methods used by beekeepers worldwide.

You get a custom-printed trap made just for you. Print it when you need it, no waste, no shipping delays for standard gear.

1.1k downloads in the maker community. That is interest in the design on the site it came from, not our sales.

What it fits

The maker says it fits: Standard Langstroth bee hive frames

That is the maker's word, not a fit we measured. Check the size below against your own.

Standard Langstroth bee hive framesFrom the maker's own listing title, checked 2026-08-13. See the original post

Brand names here only say what this part fits. We are not connected to those companies, and they did not make or check this part.

What you get

This design prints as one piece.
Nothing else to print or buy for this to work.

What it is made of

Designs like this print well in PLA. Compare the materials.

Printed plastic is strong for its size, but it is not metal. We have not load tested this design, so we do not publish a weight rating. Keep it out of a hot car and away from open flame.