{"product_id":"uncapping-roller-metal","title":"Uncapping Punch Roller Metal","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn uncapping roller with metal needles — the fast, affordable way to open capped comb without slicing wax off. Roll it across the comb and the spikes pierce each cell so honey can flow during extraction. The metal needles are stiffer than the plastic version, so they push through tougher or older cappings with less effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStiff metal needles pierce cappings cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for all frame depths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEZ-grip handle for comfortable rolling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaks cells without removing wax — less cleanup, no cappings to strain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinses clean in hot soapy water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works in real life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLay the frame on your uncapping bench and roll the needle drum across the capped comb. The spikes puncture each wax cap so honey can spin out in the extractor — unlike a knife, nothing is sliced away, so there are no loose cappings to strain. Don't bear down hard; light pressure is enough to break the caps without driving the needles through the foundation. Change rolling direction often so the needles don't keep dropping into the same cells. The metal needles handle firmer or partially crystallized cappings better than plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA roller breaks cappings rather than removing them — great for minimal mess and for comb you want to leave largely intact for the bees to repair. If you prefer to slice cappings off cleanly (and save the wax), use an uncapping knife instead. The metal-needle roller is the choice for tougher cappings; the plastic-needle version is gentler and lower-cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/uncapping-roller-plastic\"\u003eUncapping Punch Roller (Plastic)\u003c\/a\u003e — gentler plastic-needle version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/portable-uncapping-bench\"\u003ePortable Uncapping Bench\u003c\/a\u003e — holds the frame while you roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/capping-scratcher-deluxe-plastic\"\u003eCapping Scratcher Deluxe (Plastic)\u003c\/a\u003e — for corners and missed spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/double-sided-honey-uncapping-knife\"\u003eDouble-Sided Honey Uncapping Knife\u003c\/a\u003e — if you'd rather slice and save the wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedles: metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame depths: all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: EZ-grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.5 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.375 × 1.313 × 0.688 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning: soak in hot soapy water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoller or knife — which should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA roller breaks cappings open with almost no mess and no wax to strain, but you don't recover the cappings as wax. A knife slices the cappings off (which you can save and render) but takes more skill and makes more mess. Many beekeepers own both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMetal needles or plastic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal needles are stiffer and push through firmer or older cappings more easily. Plastic needles are gentler on the comb and cost a little less. For routine harvesting either works; for tougher cappings, choose metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow hard should I press?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly. You only need to break the wax caps, not drive the needles into the foundation. Pressing too hard can damage the comb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak in hot soapy water to dissolve the wax and honey, then rinse and dry. The needles clear easily once the wax softens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blythewood Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12296740503588,"sku":"210000000289","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/5375\/7732\/products\/uncapping-punch-roller-metal.jpg?v=1780160723","url":"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/uncapping-roller-metal","provider":"Blythewood Bee Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}