Product Overview
Why Lappe’s Bee Supply
Commercial Beekeeping since 1978 • Family Owned/Operated • Full Service Beekeeping Supplier since 2015
At a Glance
Lappe's Extreme Triple Wax Coated 9-1/8" Deep Plastic One Piece Frames are deep hive frames with a heavier wax coating to help encourage bee acceptance.
These frames are designed for beekeepers who want ready-to-use deep frames without assembling wood frames or adding extra wax before placing them in the hive.
Quick Answer
These 9-1/8" deep plastic one piece frames are used in 9-5/8" deep hive bodies and come triple wax coated for easier placement directly into the hive.
The black option makes eggs easier to see during brood inspections, while the yellow option has a color closer to natural beeswax.
Best choice if: You want ready-to-use deep plastic frames with extra wax already applied.
Quick Specs
- Frame size: 9-1/8" deep
- Hive body compatibility: 9-5/8" deep hive bodies
- Construction: one piece plastic frame and foundation
- Wax coating: three times as heavy as standard wax coated plastic frames
- Color options: black or yellow
- Assembly required: no
- Compatible with manual and automatic uncapping equipment
- Country of manufacture: PRC
Is This Right for You?
- ✔ Good for beekeepers who want deep brood frames ready to use out of the box
- ✔ Good for beekeepers who want an extra-heavy wax coating already applied
- ✔ Good for beekeepers who prefer one piece plastic frames with no assembly
- ✖ Not for medium or shallow hive bodies
Bottom line: Choose these frames if you want deep, triple wax coated plastic frames that fit standard 9-5/8" deep hive bodies.
Why Beekeepers Use This Product
One piece plastic frames save setup time because the frame and foundation are molded as a single unit.
Plastic frames do not require frame assembly, foundation installation, or extra wiring before use.
How It Works
The heavy wax coating gives bees a waxed surface to begin drawing comb.
Once the frames are placed in a deep hive body, the colony can use them for brood rearing or food storage depending on the colony's needs and the beekeeper's hive management.
- Ready to place directly into the hive
- One piece plastic construction reduces assembly work
- Compatible with manual and automatic uncapping equipment
Apiary Management Notes
- Black deep frames are commonly used in brood chambers because white eggs are easier to see against a dark background.
- Yellow frames are often preferred by beekeepers who want the frame color to look closer to natural beeswax.
- The color difference does not determine bee acceptance.
What’s Included
- 9-1/8" deep plastic one piece frames
- Triple wax coated plastic foundation surface
- Choice of black or yellow frame color
Compatibility
These frames are made for use with standard 9-5/8" deep hive bodies.
They are not intended for medium or shallow hive bodies.
Comparison
Compared with standard single-waxed plastic frames, these frames have an extra-heavy wax coating so beekeepers do not need to add wax before use.
Compared with wood frames, one piece plastic frames reduce assembly time and are ready to place directly into the hive.
| Feature | Lappe's Extreme Triple Wax Coated Deep Plastic Frames | Standard Wax Coated Plastic Frames | Wood Frames With Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wax coating | Triple wax coated | Standard wax coating | Depends on the foundation used |
| Assembly | No assembly required | No assembly required if sold as one piece plastic frames | Usually requires assembly or foundation installation |
| Best for | Beekeepers who want ready-to-use deep plastic frames with extra wax | Beekeepers who want basic ready-to-use plastic frames | Beekeepers who prefer traditional wooden hive components |
| Egg visibility | Black option makes white eggs easier to see | Depends on frame color | Depends on foundation color |
| Hive body fit | 9-5/8" deep hive bodies | Depends on frame size purchased | Depends on frame size purchased |
Who This Is For
- Beekeepers who want deep brood frames that are ready to use out of the box
- Beekeepers who want durable plastic frames that can be used with uncapping equipment
- Beekeepers who prefer black frames for easier egg visibility
- Beekeepers who prefer yellow frames for a natural wax appearance
When This May Not Be the Best Choice
- Not the best choice if you need wooden frames
- Not the best choice if you need unwaxed foundation
- Not the best choice if you need medium or shallow frames
- Not the best choice if your hive equipment is not built for standard 9-5/8" deep hive bodies
Common Mistakes
- Do not place 9-1/8" deep frames in medium or shallow hive bodies.
- Do not assume black frames improve bee acceptance; the color choice is mainly for beekeeper preference.
- Do not add extra wax unless your own management style calls for it, because these frames already have an extra-heavy wax coating.
Key Beekeeping Terms
Deep frame: A deep frame is a full-depth hive frame commonly used in deep hive bodies.
One piece plastic frame: A one piece plastic frame has the frame and foundation molded together as one unit.
Wax coated plastic foundation: Wax coated plastic foundation gives bees a waxed surface where they can begin drawing comb.
FAQ
What hive body size do these deep plastic frames fit?
These 9-1/8" deep frames fit 9-5/8" deep hive bodies.
Do these frames need to be assembled?
No. These are one piece plastic frames and do not require assembly.
Do I need to add wax to these frames?
These frames already have an extra-heavy triple wax coating, so added wax is not normally needed before use.
Should I choose black or yellow frames?
Choose black if you want eggs to stand out during inspections, or choose yellow if you prefer a color closer to natural wax.
Does frame color affect bee acceptance?
No. The color difference is mainly a beekeeper preference and does not determine bee acceptance.
Can these frames be used with uncapping equipment?
Yes. These frames are compatible with manual and automatic uncapping equipment.
About Lappe’s Bee Supply
Lappe's Bee Supply provides beekeeping equipment, hive components, and practical supplies for backyard and commercial beekeepers.
We focus on beekeeping products that are useful in real hive management and clear enough for new beekeepers to understand before they buy.
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