C120 Feedhorn Cap (spiders)

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Hi,

Can anyone please recommend some type of measure to prevent spiders crawling into the C120 feedhorn/LNB tunnel?

I think I read some time ago that clingfilm was OK or possible something similar?

I really should get the correct cap from the dish manufacturer but until then I am happy to try out any "Heath Robinson" improvisations.



Rgds
 

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I used a plastic pot on mine, i managed to find one that fits nicely into the feedhorn. i put a pin hole in the base to prevent condensation had it on for a few years now. i cant remember which dessert came in the pot i'm sure i had to try a few before i found the right size.
 

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Expanded polystyrene squeezed up in a ball and forced in works fine and doesn't effect signal strength at all.
 

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Heres a picture: cheap and cheerful
 

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