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Introducing

RAPID Nucs
from Lyson

Rapid
Assembly
Polystyrene
Interlocking
Design

6-Frame Polystyrene Langstroth Nucs — built for superior insulation, tool-free assembly, and long-lasting performance in the apiary.

Lyson RAPID 6-Frame Polystyrene Nuc System
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Tool-Free Assembly
Precision dovetail joints — no screws, nails, or hardware required
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Interlocking Edges
Plastic ridges keep boxes perfectly aligned; resists hive tool damage
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Superior Insulation
EPS polystyrene walls with R-Value 6.1 — keeps colonies warm and stable
Available Configurations
RAPID 6-Frame Nuc System
Base Kit
Nuc Cover + Deep Hive Body + Vented Bottom Board
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With Duo Poly Feeder
Nuc Cover + Duo Poly Feeder + Deep Hive Body + Vented Bottom Board
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1
Lyson RAPID Nuc Cover
RAPIDNUCCOVER
Component — Roof
Nuc Cover
SKU: RAPIDNUCCOVER
Material
Polypropylene (PP)
R-Value
5.4
Dimensions (L × W × H)
21-3/8" × 12-1/4" × 1-7/8"
Finish
Unpainted
Inner Cover
Not required
Low-profile roof design — fits directly on the hive body without an inner cover
Polypropylene construction resists moisture, warping, and UV degradation
No inner cover required — reduces parts count and simplifies hive management
Moulded-in grip points for easy lifting during inspections
2
Lyson RAPID Nuc Deep Box
RAPIDNUC
Component — Brood Box
Deep Hive Body
SKU: RAPIDNUC
Frame Capacity
6 Langstroth Deep Frames
R-Value
6.1
Exterior (L × W × H)
21-1/2" × 12-3/16" × 9-11/16"
Interior (L × W × H)
19-1/8" × 9" × 9-1/2"
Wall Thickness
1-9/16"
Finish
Unpainted
Molded-in-place hard plastic reinforcements at stress points for long-term durability
Precision dovetail corner joints — assembles in seconds, no hardware required
EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) walls deliver outstanding thermal insulation year-round
Interlocking top and bottom edges align stacked boxes and resist hive tool pry damage
3
Lyson RAPID Nuc Bottom Board
RAPIDNUCBOT
Component — Base
Vented Bottom Board
SKU: RAPIDNUCBOT
Overall Dimensions (L × W × H)
23-3/8" × 12-5/8" × 1-9/16"
Pull-Out Varroa Tray
15-1/8" × 7-5/8"
Removable Varroa monitoring tray — pull-out design with grid lines for mite counting
Entrance reducer with adjustable closure and integrated mouseguard
Textured landing board surface helps bees gain footing on approach
Forward-sloped floor channels water away from the colony for improved drainage
4
Lyson RAPID Nuc Feeder
RAPIDNUCFEED
Optional Add-On
Duo Poly Feeder
SKU: RAPIDNUCFEED
✨ Sold separately — not included in the base nuc kit
Total Capacity
1.3 gal (5L)
Per Chamber
0.6 gal (2.5L)
Dimensions (L × W × H)
21-3/8" × 12-1/4" × 5-1/8"
R-Value
6.1
Chambers
2 (divided by center wall)
Finish
Unpainted
Dual-chamber design with central divider — feed syrup on both sides simultaneously
Metal mesh bee ladders in each chamber dramatically reduce bee drowning
Insulated EPS walls match hive body R-Value 6.1 — protects syrup from chilling
Fits directly in place of the nuc cover — same footprint, drop-in replacement