The Catch Cap queen-catching funnel
Accessories
Catch Cap
An AA-01 port funnel for catching a queen. $3 with Scout V1 or V2.
$8.00
- $3.00 with a Scout V1 or V2 in your order
Pre-orders open November 24 for the December 1 launch.
We ship free next business day* *Starts 12/1.
The Catch Cap is an AA-01 plug with a funnel through it, about ⅝ in wide at the mouth, narrowing to about ¼ in. Fit it in a port to catch a queen, then swap it for a Port Plug once she's in. Close every other port first.
Add it for $3 with Scout V1 or V2; the standalone price is $8. Both Scouts already include a water tube.
What's in the box?
Everything that ships with this item.
- Catch Cap× 1
How it connects
AA-01 ports join with a Link. Best matches first; check what you'll also need.
Ways to build
Real connection plans with the pieces to add together. Kits count as one priced item.
Catch and watch
Catch a queen at the Scout's port, then watch her colony begin.
Pieces to add
- Scout V1 includes its 16 mm water tube and Cover. Prepare the tube with cotton before catching; swap the Catch Cap for its included Port Plug afterward.
- A Catch Kit or separate tube is optional spare equipment, not required for another tube.
Setup total: $27.00
Cannot add setup yet: Scout V1: Pre-orders open November 24 for the December 1 launch.
Specifications
- Fits
- Any AA-01 port
- Funnel
- About ⅝ in mouth down to about ¼ in
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