Entrance Reducers For Langstroth Hives
Wooden entrance reducers for Langstroth hives, sold singly or in a 5-pack for beekeepers running more than one colony. Each reducer drops into the bottom entrance and offers two notch widths, so you can size the opening to the season and the strength of the colony.
Features
- Wooden entrance reducers for 8- and 10-frame Langstroth hives
- Two notch widths per reducer — a narrow and a wide opening
- Sold individually or in a 5-pack for whole-apiary use
- Reduces robbing pressure and blocks cold drafts
- Simple drop-in fit at the bottom entrance
How it works in real life
Each reducer drops into the bottom entrance; rotate it to set the narrow or wide notch. The narrow side suits early-spring buildup, late-fall contraction, and any colony that needs a door it can defend. The wide side opens things up as forager traffic grows.
If you run several hives, keeping a reducer on every colony lets you size entrances consistently across the apiary as the season turns — which is where the 5-pack earns its place, covering a small yard in one purchase.
Before you order
- Choose 8-frame or 10-frame to match your boxes.
- Available as a single reducer or a 5-pack.
- Two notch widths are cut into each reducer.
- Fits standard Langstroth bottom boards.
Pairs Well With
- Beehive Mouse Guard / Entrance Reducer — metal guard for winter mouse protection
- Bee Smart Ultimate Robbing Screen — stops robbing during a dearth
Specifications
- Material: wood
- Fits: 8- and 10-frame Langstroth bottom entrances
- Openings: two notch widths per reducer
- Pack options: single or 5-pack
FAQ
Single or 5-pack?
A single covers one hive; the 5-pack is the easy choice for a small apiary.
Should I get 8-frame or 10-frame?
Match the width of your hive boxes.
How many opening sizes are there?
Two notch widths per reducer, plus full removal for an unrestricted entrance.
Do they help with robbing?
Yes — a smaller entrance is far easier for the colony to defend during a dearth.
