{"product_id":"uncapping-roller-plastic","title":"Uncapping Punch Roller Plastic","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn uncapping roller with plastic needles — the fast, affordable way to open capped comb without slicing wax off. Roll it across the comb and the needles pierce each cell so honey can flow during extraction. The plastic needles are gentler on the comb than metal, making this a good low-cost first roller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic needles — gentle on comb\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 needles 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. Use light pressure; you only need to break the caps, not drive the needles through the foundation. Change rolling direction often so the needles don't keep dropping into the same cells. The plastic needles flex slightly, which is easier on delicate or freshly drawn comb.\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 plastic-needle roller is gentler and lower-cost; the metal-needle version pushes through tougher or older cappings more easily.\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-metal\"\u003eUncapping Punch Roller (Metal)\u003c\/a\u003e — stiffer metal-needle version for firm cappings\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: plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame depths: all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: EZ-grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.6 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 12.25 × 4.5 × 1 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\u003ePlastic needles or metal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic needles flex slightly and are gentler on comb, and they cost a little less. Metal needles are stiffer and push through firmer or older cappings more easily. For routine harvesting either works.\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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blythewood Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12296740470820,"sku":"210000000288","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0089\/5375\/7732\/products\/01c64665b5882f00df99605bf4c7e6a6.png?v=1775101441","url":"https:\/\/blythewoodbeecompany.com\/products\/uncapping-roller-plastic","provider":"Blythewood Bee Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}