{"product_id":"nicot-cell-bar-socket-holders","title":"Nicot Cell Bar Socket Holders (Pack of 10) – Queen Rearing System (CNE1)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eThese original Nicot cell bar socket holders are a key structural component of the Nicot queen rearing system, used to mount cell cup holders onto a breeding frame. Designed for strength and reliability, they provide a secure base for raising queen cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eUsed by beekeepers across the UK, these reusable holders are essential for building or expanding a complete queen rearing setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ycgkk5\" data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1estrxp\" data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eMounts securely onto cell bars or breeding frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1unbv3w\" data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eHolds Nicot cell cup holders in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eso9iz\" data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eDurable, reusable plastic construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2kq70k\" data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eEssential for structured queen rearing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3k49id\" data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eSuitable for beginners and commercial beekeepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"d7xgok\" data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eWhat Are Nicot Socket Holders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eSocket holders (also known as cell bar holders) are fixed onto a breeding frame and act as the base component of the Nicot system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eThe cell cup holder clips into the socket holder, and the cell cup is then inserted into the holder — creating a complete system for raising queen cells. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eThis layered system ensures stability and proper positioning during queen development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sctzuf\" data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eHow They Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i7qrz3\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eAttach the socket holders to a cell bar or breeding frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1saf4gb\" data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eClip the cell cup holders into each socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18h3fi6\" data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eInsert Nicot cell cups containing larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18azcau\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003ePlace the frame into a queenless colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17pn2qc\" data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eBees raise new queens from selected larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eThis structure ensures consistent spacing and improves queen rearing success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"srj4jy\" data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dk7mqm\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eBeekeepers using the Nicot queen rearing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qidvaq\" data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eThose building or expanding a queen rearing frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x6fo78\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eQueen breeders producing multiple queens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ayai5u\" data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eHobbyist and commercial beekeepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rqpm7s\" data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eCompatible Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eTo use these socket holders, you will also need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jmyndo\" data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eNicot cell cup holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zlp410\" data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eNicot cell cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ab1co\" data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003eCell bars or breeding frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s4dxr2\" data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eQueen cages (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1quzg24\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eBrand: Nicotplast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12t9rs1\" data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003ePack size: 10 socket holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19qy4sc\" data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eColour: Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jn502o\" data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eMaterial: Durable plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w57kl5\" data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eUse: Mounting base for queen rearing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cq6eti\" data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eReusable: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cq6eti\" data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eCNE1 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xxf4ds\" data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eWhat are socket holders used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eThey attach to a frame and hold the cell cup holders in place during queen rearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eAre these the same as cup holders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003eNo — these are the base units. Cup holders clip into these, and cups go into the holders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eDo I need these for the Nicot system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003eYes — they are essential for building a complete queen rearing frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003eTypically 10–15 per bar depending on your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eCan these be reused?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003eYes — they are durable and designed for repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicotplast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42468028350696,"sku":"BrownNicotSocketsx10","price":2.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0487\/1949\/5317\/products\/3775B6DC-90A5-41B5-81C3-3324B56A75FB.jpg?v=1642773607","url":"https:\/\/gwenyngruffydd.co.uk\/products\/nicot-cell-bar-socket-holders","provider":"Gwenyn Gruffydd Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}