Sylvania F15T8/BL368 Blacklight Blue Tube
Sylvania's F15T8/BL368 is positioned as a market-leading blacklight replacement for fly-control light traps because it delivers a stable UV-A peak near 368 nm — the wavelength range most effective for attracting flying insects — and balanced lamp life that suits commercial traps. Compared with GE and Feit, Sylvania typically offers tighter wavelength control and longer useful life for slightly higher cost, making it a preferred choice where trap efficacy and reduced replacement frequency matter.
Purple party glow
Pest magnet
Purple party glow
Pest magnet
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate the strong UV-A output and effective insect attraction, but a number of reviewers note shorter-than-expected lifespan or slight color fading over time."
Long-lasting glow
Emits blacklight UVA (~368 nm) that effectively attracts flies and other insects
Long-lasting glow
Emits blacklight UVA (~368 nm) that effectively attracts flies and other insects
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Sylvania's F15T8/BL368 is positioned as a market-leading blacklight replacement for fly-control light traps because it delivers a stable UV-A peak near 368 nm — the wavelength range most effective for attracting flying insects — and balanced lamp life that suits commercial traps. Compared with GE and Feit, Sylvania typically offers tighter wavelength control and longer useful life for slightly higher cost, making it a preferred choice where trap efficacy and reduced replacement frequency matter.
Purple party glow
Pest magnet
Long-lasting glow
Emits blacklight UVA (~368 nm) that effectively attracts flies and other insects
Standard 15W T8 size for easy replacement in common fly control light traps
Purple party glow
Pest magnet
Long-lasting glow
Emits blacklight UVA (~368 nm) that effectively attracts flies and other insects
Standard 15W T8 size for easy replacement in common fly control light traps
$12-30 USD
Sylvania BL368 18W Compact UV Bulb
Sylvania's BL368 18W compact UV bulb offers a strong middle ground for fly-control traps, balancing higher UV output than the 13–15W compact options with a lower price and smaller footprint than Philips' 36W linear lamp. It is a practical choice for medium-duty installations where improved attraction is needed without the capital outlay of the highest-output commercial lamp, and it competes well on availability and compatibility with a broad range of compact trap fixtures.
High compact output
Simple retrofit
High compact output
Simple retrofit
Review Summary
"Buyers praise the Sylvania BL368 18W for bright, effective UV output and dependable run time in both residential and light-commercial traps, with occasional reports of slightly reduced output after many months. Overall seen as a solid mid-range choice."
Pocket-sized fly siren
18W compact blacklight fluorescent sized to fit many plug-in fly trap fixtures.
Pocket-sized fly siren
18W compact blacklight fluorescent sized to fit many plug-in fly trap fixtures.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Sylvania's BL368 18W compact UV bulb offers a strong middle ground for fly-control traps, balancing higher UV output than the 13–15W compact options with a lower price and smaller footprint than Philips' 36W linear lamp. It is a practical choice for medium-duty installations where improved attraction is needed without the capital outlay of the highest-output commercial lamp, and it competes well on availability and compatibility with a broad range of compact trap fixtures.
High compact output
Simple retrofit
Pocket-sized fly siren
18W compact blacklight fluorescent sized to fit many plug-in fly trap fixtures.
Produces UV-A/blacklight output tuned to attract flying insects efficiently.
High compact output
Simple retrofit
Pocket-sized fly siren
18W compact blacklight fluorescent sized to fit many plug-in fly trap fixtures.
Produces UV-A/blacklight output tuned to attract flying insects efficiently.
$15-30 USD
Catchmaster 909 Glue Boards
Catchmaster 909 is a market leader known for consistent adhesive performance and broadly available, economical multi-pack packaging that lowers per-board costs for large accounts. Versus Gardner and Bell Labs, Catchmaster trades some specialty fit for broader retail and wholesale availability and a strong price-to-performance balance favored by high-volume users and distributors.
Extra-tacky surface
Universal fit
Extra-tacky surface
Universal fit
Review Summary
"Catchmaster 909 glue boards are frequently praised for very sticky, durable adhesive and easy installation, consistently catching large numbers of flies; some users mention they can be messy to handle and attract dust. Most buyers consider them a go-to, high-performance option."
Pet-safe whisper
Universal pre-cut boards designed to fit a wide range of commercial and household light traps
Pet-safe whisper
Universal pre-cut boards designed to fit a wide range of commercial and household light traps
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Catchmaster 909 is a market leader known for consistent adhesive performance and broadly available, economical multi-pack packaging that lowers per-board costs for large accounts. Versus Gardner and Bell Labs, Catchmaster trades some specialty fit for broader retail and wholesale availability and a strong price-to-performance balance favored by high-volume users and distributors.
Extra-tacky surface
Universal fit
Pet-safe whisper
Universal pre-cut boards designed to fit a wide range of commercial and household light traps
Long-lasting adhesive optimized for high capture rates in busy indoor areas
Extra-tacky surface
Universal fit
Pet-safe whisper
Universal pre-cut boards designed to fit a wide range of commercial and household light traps
Long-lasting adhesive optimized for high capture rates in busy indoor areas
$30-45 USD
Catchmaster Giant Fly Glue Trap Roll
Catchmaster Giant Fly Glue Trap Roll is presented as a best-in-class choice for adhesive roll refills for light trap sticky panels because it delivers a high-tack formula across a very wide roll width, giving excellent coverage and a low cost-per-square-inch for high-traffic sites. Compared with the other options on this list, it balances strong adhesive performance with exceptional yield, making it especially attractive for facilities that prioritize economy without sacrificing capture efficiency.
Extra-wide coverage
Quick-stick action
Extra-wide coverage
Quick-stick action
Review Summary
"Buyers commonly report the Catchmaster Giant Fly Glue Trap Roll offers strong, long-lasting tack and good value for large areas; a minority mention messiness during handling and occasional adhesive transfer to dispensers."
Giant-grabber charm
High-tack adhesive designed to capture a wide variety of flying insects.
Giant-grabber charm
High-tack adhesive designed to capture a wide variety of flying insects.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Catchmaster Giant Fly Glue Trap Roll is presented as a best-in-class choice for adhesive roll refills for light trap sticky panels because it delivers a high-tack formula across a very wide roll width, giving excellent coverage and a low cost-per-square-inch for high-traffic sites. Compared with the other options on this list, it balances strong adhesive performance with exceptional yield, making it especially attractive for facilities that prioritize economy without sacrificing capture efficiency.
Extra-wide coverage
Quick-stick action
Giant-grabber charm
High-tack adhesive designed to capture a wide variety of flying insects.
Long continuous roll compatible with most light trap sticky panel housings.
Extra-wide coverage
Quick-stick action
Giant-grabber charm
High-tack adhesive designed to capture a wide variety of flying insects.
Long continuous roll compatible with most light trap sticky panel housings.
$25-45 USD
Catchmaster Gold Stick Fly Light Maintenance Kit
The Catchmaster Gold Stick kit focuses on high-tack adhesive technology, giving long-lasting capture performance and economical refills that make it the most budget-efficient option for heavy-use environments. Compared with the bulb-plus-adhesive bundles from brands like Gardner and DynaTrap, Catchmaster’s advantage is its adhesive longevity and lower recurring cost, though it does not include the same level of branded replacement bulb integration seen in Ecolab or P+gal System kits.
High-tack adhesive
Slim replacement rolls
High-tack adhesive
Slim replacement rolls
Review Summary
"Customers consistently praise the Catchmaster Gold Stick maintenance kit for strong adhesive boards and effective fly capture, calling it easy to swap and highly reliable in commercial and home settings; a minority note the glue pads need frequent replacement in heavy-use areas. Overall it’s regarded as one of the most effective glueboard kits available."
Museum-quiet stickiness
High-tack gold adhesive boards designed for optimal fly capture
Museum-quiet stickiness
High-tack gold adhesive boards designed for optimal fly capture
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
The Catchmaster Gold Stick kit focuses on high-tack adhesive technology, giving long-lasting capture performance and economical refills that make it the most budget-efficient option for heavy-use environments. Compared with the bulb-plus-adhesive bundles from brands like Gardner and DynaTrap, Catchmaster’s advantage is its adhesive longevity and lower recurring cost, though it does not include the same level of branded replacement bulb integration seen in Ecolab or P+gal System kits.
High-tack adhesive
Slim replacement rolls
Museum-quiet stickiness
High-tack gold adhesive boards designed for optimal fly capture
Available in multi-pack refills to reduce replacement frequency
High-tack adhesive
Slim replacement rolls
Museum-quiet stickiness
High-tack gold adhesive boards designed for optimal fly capture
Available in multi-pack refills to reduce replacement frequency
$35-75 USD
Catchmaster 948 Bulk Glue Boards 72-Pack
Catchmaster 948 earns top placement for offering a reliable balance of tack, size, and cost-per-board that fits most stable fly light traps used in barns and dairies. Its pre-cut boards make installation cleaner and faster than a commercial roll like Sticky Roll, and it typically undercuts industrial-strength options such as Vector 960 on per-unit price while providing broader compatibility than some specialty agricultural sheets.
Bulk-packed (72)
Pro-grade tack
Bulk-packed (72)
Pro-grade tack
Review Summary
"Users report these Catchmaster boards are highly effective and convenient in bulk for stable fly control with strong adhesive and easy trap fit; a few note the glue can attract dust or be messy to handle over time."
Slim stealthy
72 pre-cut glue boards sized for standard light traps
Slim stealthy
72 pre-cut glue boards sized for standard light traps
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Catchmaster 948 earns top placement for offering a reliable balance of tack, size, and cost-per-board that fits most stable fly light traps used in barns and dairies. Its pre-cut boards make installation cleaner and faster than a commercial roll like Sticky Roll, and it typically undercuts industrial-strength options such as Vector 960 on per-unit price while providing broader compatibility than some specialty agricultural sheets.
Bulk-packed (72)
Pro-grade tack
Slim stealthy
72 pre-cut glue boards sized for standard light traps
Strong, long-lasting tack designed for stable flies and other biting flies
Bulk-packed (72)
Pro-grade tack
Slim stealthy
72 pre-cut glue boards sized for standard light traps
Strong, long-lasting tack designed for stable flies and other biting flies
$50-90 USD