WHO-Standard Y-Tube Olfactometer for Mosquito Repellency Testing
This Y-tube olfactometer system is built to WHO guidelines and is designed for controlled assessment of mosquito responses to various chemical repellents and natural odors. Widely used by vector control researchers and entomologists, it provides a precise and standardized platform for testing mosquito attraction or avoidance in a dual-choice setting.
🔬 Included Components:
[LI-BA-14] Activated Charcoal Filter (1 unit): Filters airborne impurities and neutralizes ambient odors, ensuring clean airflow into the system.
[LI-BA-11] Air Pump/Compressor (1 unit): Delivers a regulated air supply to maintain constant flow conditions for testing.
[LI-BA-15] Humidifier Unit (1 unit): Adds moisture to the air to simulate natural humidity levels, promoting authentic mosquito behavior.
[LI-BA-12] PTFE Tubing Set (1 unit): Inert tubing system that transports air and test odors without contamination or chemical reaction.
[0] Main Y-Tube Chamber (1 unit): Transparent bifurcated olfactometer chamber where mosquitoes are introduced and allowed to choose between two odor sources.
[LI-IR-111] Flow Meters (2 pcs, 1 LPM): Dual meters to fine-tune and monitor airflow, ensuring balanced delivery across both arms.
Vacuum Flow System for Human Testing (1 unit): Designed for tests involving human subjects, drawing air across exposed skin without requiring external flow regulators.
⚙️ Dual Air Delivery Options:
Pressurized Air Pathway: Ideal for testing essential oils and chemical repellents. Air is purified and humidified before being regulated through flow meters.
Vacuum System for Skin-Based Testing: Enables direct testing with hand or forearm exposure. Air is gently pulled through the system to simulate realistic interaction.
✅ Suitable For:
Laboratory testing of mosquito repellents
Behavioral assays for attractants and deterrents
Human skin comparison studies
Vector control research and new repellent formulation testing