{"product_id":"thomas-langstroth-deep-beeswax-foundation-sheets-x-10-for-pre-wired-frames","title":"Thomas Langstroth Deep Beeswax Foundation Sheets x 10 – For Pre-Wired Frames","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese high-quality beeswax foundation sheets are manufactured by Thomas Apiculture and cut specifically for use with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epre-assembled, pre-wired Langstroth Deep frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eEach pack contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 foundation sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e, measuring \u003cstrong\u003e20 × 41cm per sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach sheet measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 × 41cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is intentionally slightly shorter than the internal dimensions of the frame. This provides the necessary clearance around the edges when positioning the foundation and embedding it onto the wires using an electric transformer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: these sheets are deliberately cut to this size and are not undersized or faulty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for pre-wired frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the sheet over the frame wires and use a suitable transformer to briefly heat the wire. The warm wire becomes embedded into the beeswax, securing the foundation neatly within the assembled frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clearance around the sheet helps prevent the wax from buckling or becoming distorted during fitting and when temperatures rise inside the hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThomas beeswax foundation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThomas Apiculture purifies, sterilises and casts its foundation at its specialist wax workshop in Fay-aux-Loges, France. The manufacturing process includes batch traceability and recorded sterilisation controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe foundation has approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e780 cells per dm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and provides bees with a consistent worker-cell pattern on which to draw their comb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHive type: Langstroth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame size: Langstroth Deep brood frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheet dimensions: 20 × 41cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Beeswax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCell density: Approximately 780 cells per dm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Thomas Apiculture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured in France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for pre-assembled, pre-wired frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for embedding onto the wire using a transformer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoundation only – frames and transformer are not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant compatibility information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese sheets have been produced specifically for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epre-assembled Langstroth Deep frames that have already been wired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are intentionally shorter at the sides to provide clearance within the frame during electrical wire embedding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease measure the internal space within your frames before ordering, particularly if your frames are from another manufacturer or use a different assembly system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage and handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast beeswax foundation can be naturally brittle, particularly when cold. Handle the sheets carefully and bring them to room temperature before fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore flat in a dry location at room temperature, away from frost, heat and direct sunlight. Natural beeswax may develop a pale bloom over time; this is normal and does not affect its suitability for use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas Apiculture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44218927677499,"sku":"tnz1789724546784","price":14.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9518\/9819\/files\/thomas-langstroth-deep-beeswax-foundation-sheets-x-10-for-pre-wired-frames_1.png?v=1789724550","url":"https:\/\/closetfit.shop\/products\/thomas-langstroth-deep-beeswax-foundation-sheets-x-10-for-pre-wired-frames","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}