Sheet Metal Baffle
The metal should be placed around the tree so it begins at least 5 to 8 feet off the ground.
Sheet metal baffle. Free delivery with 45 order. Products include various vehicle sheet metal components brackets frames. The springs will ensure that the metal does not restrict the tree s growth. You can find baffles online but they re all designed for bird feeder mounting poles.
A baffle is a slick sheet of metal or plastic that fits around the trunk acting as a barrier to keep squirrels from climbing up. They just slide back down. California sheet metal is the most capable firm in southern california for complex sheet metal and paneling projects that demand the utmost quality. Satin nick elliptical aluminum sheet model 57010 18 98 18 98.
Baffle with hole cut in cap. 6 works fine most of the time but if you have unusually large raccoons in your area the larger diameter may be useful. From prototype assistance through high volume production our iso 9001 lean manufacturing systems have allowed abc to excel at producing high value components on schedule to meet the constantly changing needs of our nation s armed forces. Attach it to the tree with wire and springs.
Making the baffle is pretty straightforward with drilling or cutting a smooth hole in the end cap being the only operation that takes a bit of care to get right. The slippery surface prevents squirrels from clinging to it. The best baffle for trees is a 2 foot wide piece of sheet metal. Item 168753 model 11786.
M d building products 1 ft. 22 gauge metal sheet model 801447 8 98 8 98. The baffle is made from a 24 long round section of 6 to 8 diameter galvanized steel ducting sometimes called stove pipe too. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1989 chevrolet camaro parts including 1989 chevrolet camaro interior parts and soft trim 1989 chevrolet camaro exterior sheet metal 1989 chevrolet camaro moldings 1989 chevrolet camaro emblems 1989 chevrolet camaro weatherstrip and unique accessories to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation.
Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Cut a 3 foot square piece of 24 or 26 gauge galvanized sheet metal. Free delivery with 45 order. You can get three guards out of a 3x8 foot piece of metal see drawing below from zeleny s book then cut out circles.
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