Upgrade Your NUPLAS Hive: Smart Oil Tray System You Can Print at Home

NUPLAS Vented Base Oil Tray System (Modular – 225mm Print Bed Compatible) This is a modular 3D printable oil tray and slider system designed to retrofit a standard NUPLAS vented beehive base. The design improves pest monitoring and control (e.g. small hive beetle) by allowing easy insertion and removal of oil trays from either side of the hive. Unlike a traditional single-piece tray, this system is split into smaller components so it can be printed on printers with a build plate of 225mm or smaller. Key Features: Modular design – prints in sections for smaller printers (≤225mm bed size) Dual-side access – insert/remove trays from either side of the hive Slider rail system – smooth operation and secure positioning Retrofittable – designed to attach to a standard NUPLAS vented base Pest management ready – suitable for oil-based beetle trapping/monitoring (Printing Recommendations): Material: ABS recommended for durability and weather resistance PETG may also work as an alternative Ensure good layer adhesion for outdoor longevity Consider higher wall count for added strength Assembly Notes: Components are designed to slot together and mount to the base Ensure alignment of slider rails before final fixing Test fit before installing in the hive Use Case: Ideal for beekeepers looking for a practical, printable solution to monitor and manage hive pests without modifying or replacing their existing NUPLAS base.