Description
Rapala Floating Aerator for Bait | Boat Supply Store
Maintain optimal live bait vitality for extended fishing excursions with the Rapala Floating Aerator. This water-activated device delivers a consistent 1.5 liters per minute of aeration to ensure your bait remains active. Operating on 3 C batteries, it offers 18 hours of continuous operation or 36 hours in 15-minute intervals, making it ideal for a day on a bay boat in the Gulf of Mexico.
Key Features
- Compact design with powerful aeration output
- Water-activated for instant and automatic operation
- Includes integrated air release stone for efficient oxygen diffusion
- Provides 18-hour continuous run time on a single battery set
- Offers up to 36-hour runtime with 15-minute interval settings
- Delivers 1.5 liters per minute (0.4 gal) of vital aeration
- Floating design ensures it remains accessible in bait containers
- Suitable for most bait storage containers
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rapala |
| Model | Floating Aerator |
| SKU | CWR66342 |
| MPN | RFLAERTR |
| Battery Type | 3 C-cell batteries |
| Continuous Run Time | 18 hours |
| Interval Mode Run Time | 36 hours (15 min intervals) |
| Aeration Rate | 1.5 liters per minute (0.4 gal) |
| Design | Floating |
| Activation | Water-activated |
| Components | Includes air release stone |
| California Proposition 65 Warning | This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
Who This Is For
Anglers requiring a portable and reliable method to keep live bait vigorous during transport or on the water. Ideal for those utilizing smaller bait wells or buckets who need to maximize bait freshness.
How It Compares
| Feature | Rapala Floating Aerator for Bait | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Aeration Rate | 1.5 liters per minute (0.4 gal) | Not specified, Not specified |
| Battery Type | 3 C-cell batteries | 2 D-cell batteries, 2 AA batteries |
| Continuous Run Time | 18 hours | 15 hours (high speed), Not specified |
| Interval Mode Run Time | 36 hours (15 min intervals) | 30 hours (low speed), Not specified |
| Water Activated | Yes | No, No |
| Floating Design | Yes | No, No |
Common Concerns Answered
Will I need to buy batteries separately?
Yes, this aerator operates on 3 C batteries which are not included with the purchase.
How long can I expect the aeration to last?
The aerator provides up to 18 hours of continuous runtime or 36 hours with intermittent 15-minute intervals, ensuring bait stays lively for extended periods.
Is this aerator powerful enough for my large bait tank?
While effective for most bait storage containers, users with very large bait tanks might find its aeration output of 1.5 liters per minute insufficient; consider dedicated high-volume systems for those applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Rapala Floating Aerator run on batteries?
On 3 C batteries, it provides 18 hours of continuous operation or 36 hours using 15-minute intervals.
What type of batteries does the Rapala Floating Aerator use?
The aerator requires 3 C-cell batteries.
How much water does the Rapala Floating Aerator aerate per minute?
It aerates 1.5 liters per minute, which is equivalent to 0.4 gallons per minute.
Is the Rapala Floating Aerator suitable for large bait tanks?
It is ideal for most standard bait storage containers. For extremely large tanks, performance may be limited.
Does the Rapala Floating Aerator come with batteries?
No, the 3 C-cell batteries required for operation are sold separately.
