Professional Rat Spring Trap with Interlocking Teeth – Secure Every Time
Our most popular trap. This heavy-duty rat spring trap features interlocking teeth for unbeatable grip and retention, delivering fast, humane kills without escape.
- Interlocking jaw teeth stop rats from escaping
- Reinforced spring delivers a powerful strike
- Reusable design – easy to bait, clean, and reset
- Ideal for homes, businesses, and food-safe zones
- Removable bait compartment from underneath
- There are 2 holes at the back so the rat trap can be screwed to support or attached with a string
- The two apertures in the middle left and right allow for the rat trap to be attached to a pipe/beam with a cable tie
- Size (approx.): L5.6″ x W2.9″ x 3″ (7.2 x 14.3 x 7.7 cm)
€4.20 (ex.VAT )
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| 1-4 | 0% | €4.20 |
| 5-9 | 10% | €3.78 |
| 10+ | 20% | €3.36 |
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Advanced Rat Spring Trap with Interlocking Teeth – Secure, Strong & Technician-Approved
Take rodent control to the next level with this professional-grade rat spring trap, engineered with interlocking teeth to securely grip and hold rats with zero escape. This trap is a top choice among pest control technicians who demand reliability, power, and guaranteed results—even against larger or wary rodents.
What Makes This Rat Spring Trap Unique?
Unlike standard traps that rely solely on striking force, this rat spring trap combines a powerful spring with specially designed interlocking jaw teeth. This dual-action ensures:
- Immediate impact AND a firm grip, preventing partial catches or trap evasion
- Higher success rates in rodent-heavy environments
- Safe, humane, and precise elimination
Ideal for professional use in homes, food premises, warehouses, farms, and utility areas.
Key Benefits
- Interlocking Teeth Mechanism – Prevents escapes by gripping and locking down the rodent
- Powerful Spring Strike – Delivers an instant, humane kill
- Reusable & Long-Lasting – Built for repeated use with easy cleaning
- Stable & Safe to Deploy – Low chance of misfires or displacement
- Rodenticide-Free Pest Control – Suitable for sensitive, audit-compliant environments
Construction, Compatibility & Durability
Manufactured with:
- Impact-resistant polymer base
- Galvanised steel spring and jaw system
- A toothed jaw design to ensure capture retention
Use indoors or in sheltered external locations. Compatible with tamper-proof rat bait boxes for discreet and safe use in homes or businesses.
Dimensions: Approx. 13.5cm x 6.5cm
Weight: Lightweight but sturdy
Setup Guide – How to Use This Rat Spring Trap
- Place bait (e.g. peanut butter, rodent attractant) into the integrated bait well.
- Pull back and engage the spring-loaded bar until you hear a click.
- Position the trap where rat activity is suspected—along skirting boards or inside bait stations.
- Inspect frequently and wear gloves when handling for hygiene and safety.
✅ The interlocking teeth mean once it’s caught—it’s not getting away.
WARNING: Rat snap traps have strong springs. Keep them out of reach of your pets and young children.
Why Choose This Trap Over Standard Snap Traps?
This rat spring trap with interlocking teeth offers a major advantage in catch security. While standard traps can allow rats to wriggle free after an incomplete strike, the locking jaw teeth hold the rodent in place until you reset.
Ideal for:
- Professional pest controllers needing consistent capture performance
- Situations where failed traps can cause bait shyness
- Clients looking for non-toxic, precision control
Pair with our Metabox Rat Bait Boxes or Monitoring Bait Blocks to complete your trapping programme.
Long term rat prevention: If you suspect rats are coming from the sewer under your house, consider fitting a Ratflap Sewer non-return valve to your drains pipes: CLICK HERE.
Industry Backing & Best Practices
The design meets best practice guidance from the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) and supports CRRU Ireland‘s responsible rodenticide-free control policies.
FAQs
► What are the interlocking teeth and why do they matter?
They’re specially designed gripping jaws that lock onto the rodent upon activation, drastically reducing the chance of escape.
► How does this trap differ from a regular snap trap?
It has both a powerful strike and gripping teeth, offering better retention and reliability in catching larger or more cautious rats.
► Is it safe to use in homes or kitchens?
Yes. It’s poison-free and perfect for indoor use—especially when placed inside a secure bait station.
► Is this trap reusable?
Absolutely. It’s made from tough materials and can be cleaned and reused many times.
► What bait works best with this trap?
Peanut butter, meat-based attractants, or professional rodent lures are all effective.
► Can I use it outside?
Yes, in sheltered areas. For outdoor use, always place it inside a weatherproof bait station.
► Is it suitable for large rats?
Yes. The spring force and locking teeth make it ideal for larger adult rats.
► Is this trap compliant for professional use?
Yes. It’s used primarily by pest control companies across Ireland and aligns with best practices for rodenticide-free trapping.
| Select Option | 1 Trap €4.20, 5 Traps €18.90 (10% off) |
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Very good product great service from staff defenitely be back
Thanks Richard, we really appreciate that.
Delighted you are happy with the **Rat Spring Trap with Interlocking Teeth** and the service from our team. The interlocking teeth design gives a strong, secure grip, making it a reliable choice for fast and effective **rat control**.
We look forward to helping you again whenever you need professional pest control supplies.
“If you can make a better mouse trap (rat trap)…” Such an easy trap to set – well impressed!
Super delivery time. Delivered next day
Thank you for the brilliant feedback, we love that line!
Delighted you found the **Rat Spring Trap with Interlocking Teeth** so easy to set. A simple, powerful design makes a huge difference when it comes to effective **rat control**, and the interlocking teeth help ensure a secure catch.
Great to hear the next-day delivery hit the mark as well. We really appreciate your support.
These work great some Nutella in them and caught two rats that were in the garden
Thanks for sharing that, great result.
Delighted to hear the **Rat Spring Trap with Interlocking Teeth** worked so well for you. Using a strong-smelling bait can definitely help increase uptake, and once positioned correctly along active runs, these traps are a very effective solution for garden **rat control**.
Well done on catching both of them, and if you ever need advice on placement or prevention to stop rats returning, just let us know.