Product Overview
Why Lappe’s Bee Supply
Commercial Beekeeping since 1978 • Family Owned/Operated • Full Service Beekeeping Supplier since 2015
At a Glance
These 38mm drip proof flip top lids are designed for standard 38mm honey jars and containers.
Built-in rubber diaphragms help prevent leaks, spills, and sticky messes during honey storage and dispensing.
Quick Answer
38mm Drip Proof Flip Top Lids make it easy to turn compatible honey containers into convenient inverted squeeze-style bottles. The flip top design allows controlled dispensing while the drip proof valve helps reduce leakage and cleanup.
Best choice if: You want a clean, easy-dispensing lid for honey jars, squeeze bottles, or other compatible 38mm containers.
Best paired with: Honey Containers
Quick Specs
- Size: 38mm
- Configuration: Flip top lid with drip proof valve
- Material: Food-grade plastic with rubber diaphragm
- Finish: Available in black, yellow, or red
- Key Feature: Helps prevent leakage when used on inverted containers
- Compatibility: Standard 38mm honey jars and compatible 38mm containers
- Quantity: 50 count
Shop related: Honey Containers
Is This Right for You?
- ✔ You bottle honey in containers with 38mm openings
- ✔ You want easier honey dispensing with less dripping
- ✔ You need lids suitable for inverted bottle use
- ✖ Not for containers that do not accept 38mm lids
Bottom line: These lids are a practical upgrade for beekeepers who want cleaner honey dispensing and a secure, drip-resistant closure.
Why Beekeepers Use This Product
Beekeepers use drip proof flip top lids to make honey containers cleaner, easier to use, and more customer-friendly. The flip top opening allows honey to dispense without removing the entire lid.
When to use: Use these lids when packaging honey for sale, gifting, storage, or everyday kitchen use.
How It Works
Each lid includes a built-in rubber diaphragm valve that helps control honey flow and reduce leaking when the container is inverted.
- Flip top cap opens and closes easily
- Drip proof valve helps prevent sticky spills
- Pressure safety seal included with each lid
Apiary Management Notes
- Confirm your container uses a 38mm neck finish before ordering.
- Match lid color to your honey label, product line, or bottle style.
- Keep extra lids on hand during bottling season for quick packaging changes.
Seasonal Use
- Spring: Prepare bottles and packaging supplies before honey flow.
- Summer: Use during peak bottling and market season.
- Fall: Package late-season honey for sale, gifts, or storage.
What’s Included
- 50 count 38mm drip proof flip top lids
- Pressure safety seals
- Your choice of black, yellow, or red lids
Comparison
| Feature | Lappe’s 38mm Drip Proof Flip Top Lids | Standard Flat Lids | Basic Flip Top Lids |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Use | Clean honey dispensing from compatible 38mm containers | Basic storage and sealing | General dispensing |
| Drip Control | Built-in rubber diaphragm helps reduce leaks and drips | No drip-control valve | May not include a drip proof valve |
| Customer Convenience | Easy-open flip top for controlled pouring | Lid must be removed for use | Easy to open, but may be messier |
| Inverted Bottle Use | Designed to help reduce leakage when inverted | Not ideal | Depends on valve design |
| Best For | Beekeepers selling, gifting, or storing honey in 38mm containers | Simple jar storage | Basic squeeze-style packaging |
Bottom line: Lappe’s 38mm drip proof flip top lids are the better choice when you want cleaner dispensing, reduced dripping, and a more customer-friendly honey container.
Who This Is For
- Hobby beekeepers bottling honey for family, friends, or local sales
- Market vendors who want convenient, customer-friendly honey packaging
- Commercial beekeepers packaging honey in compatible 38mm containers
Common Mistakes
- Ordering 38mm lids for containers with a different neck size
- Using standard lids when an inverted, easy-dispensing bottle setup is preferred
FAQ
What size containers do these lids fit?
These lids are designed for standard 38mm honey jars and compatible containers with a 38mm opening.
Are these lids drip proof?
Yes. They include a rubber diaphragm valve designed to help prevent leakage and dripping.
What colors are available?
These 38mm drip proof flip top lids are available in black, yellow, or red.
How many lids are included?
Each order includes 50 lids.
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About Lappe’s Bee Supply
Lappe’s Bee Supply provides beekeeper-tested equipment and packaging supplies designed for real-world apiary use.
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