Car Rat Repeller - Ultrasonic and LED Flash - Weitech WK0508
Weitech WK0508: rat, mouse and marten repeller for cars
The Weitech WK0508 combines ultrasound and LED flashes to help repel rats, mice and martens from the engine compartment while your vehicle is parked. It is designed to reduce the risk of animals settling there and damaging cables, hoses or insulation.
It connects to the vehicle’s 12 or 24 V battery. Its vibration sensor automatically switches the device to standby when it detects the engine running and reactivates it when the vibrations stop.
Ultrasound and flashing lights
The device emits variable-frequency ultrasound and uses four LED lights to make the area uncomfortable for animals. It alternates a 120-second phase of ultrasound and flashes with a 180-second phase of ultrasound. Those 180 seconds are not a pause: the device continues emitting.
It can be used in vehicles parked in garages, on the street or in rural areas. It acts in the compartment where it is installed: it does not replace protection for separate areas of the vehicle or protect an entire garage on its own.
Powered by the vehicle’s battery
The WK0508 does not require separate batteries. Its stated power consumption is 0.6 to 1.2 W, and it switches off when the voltage falls below 10.5 V. This feature does not guarantee that the vehicle will always retain enough charge to start. If it is parked for extended periods, monitor the battery’s condition and charge.
Installation in the engine compartment
Mount it securely, away from high temperatures, belts, fans and other moving parts. Leave a clear space in front of the emitter, as obstacles reduce the spread of ultrasound.
Connect the device with the polarity shown in the manual: red wire to positive and black wire to negative. Cable ties are supplied for mounting. If you are unfamiliar with vehicle electrical systems, we recommend professional installation.
Before installation, check for damaged cables, nests or animal debris. The repeller does not repair existing damage and should be used alongside regular inspections of the protected area.
Which repeller should you choose for your vehicle?
At BirdGard Iberia, we recommend the Weitech WK0508 for the engine compartment when it can be connected correctly to the vehicle’s battery. It combines ultrasound and LED flashes and avoids the need to replace separate batteries.
If you prefer a device that does not connect to the car battery, consider these alternatives:
- The Gardigo car repeller, powered by four AA batteries, not included.
- The marten, weasel and mustelid repeller, powered by four C batteries, not included. It is an alternative when these animals are causing the problem and can also be placed in spaces such as lofts or garages. Outdoors, it must be sheltered from rain.
Your choice depends on the animal causing the damage, the space you want to protect and your preferred power source. If you are unsure, we can help you choose.
Technical specifications
- Brand and model: Weitech WK0508.
- Target animals: rats, mice and martens.
- System: variable-frequency ultrasound and four LED lights.
- Frequency: 25 to 55 kHz.
- Power supply: 12 to 24 V DC from the vehicle’s battery.
- Stated power consumption: 0.6 to 1.2 W.
- Low-voltage cut-off: below 10.5 V.
- Activation: automatic vibration sensor control and on/off switch.
- Dimensions: 7 × 8 × 2.5 cm.
- Net weight: 85 g.
You can buy the Weitech WK0508 from the BirdGard Iberia shop. If you have questions about installation or which area of your vehicle needs protection, we can help you choose.