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Sawdust Plunger Inoculator

Sawdust Plunger Inoculator

$45.00
$45.00
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Quickly Fill Mushroom Logs with Sawdust Spawn

Make log inoculation faster, cleaner, and much easier with our sawdust spawn plunger inoculator.

Designed to pick up and inject sawdust spawn directly into pre-drilled holes, this spring-driven tool lets you inoculate logs and stumps efficiently without trying to pack spawn into every hole by hand.

Made with durable brass components and a molded handle, these inoculators are built for repeated use. We've had the same brass plunger at Mushroom Mountain for more than 10 years — these little things are workhorses.

🍄 Designed for Sawdust Spawn

The inoculator works by pressing the tip into loose sawdust spawn, filling the chamber, and then using the spring-driven plunger to inject the spawn into your drilled inoculation hole.

For best results, pair it with our 12 mm mushroom log inoculation drill bit, which creates holes sized for sawdust spawn inoculation.

🌳 Great For

  • Sawdust spawn
  • Mushroom log inoculation
  • Hardwood logs
  • Stump inoculation
  • Shiitake
  • Oyster mushrooms
  • Lion's Mane
  • Reishi
  • Turkey Tail
  • Other log-grown mushroom species

🖐️ Choose Your Inoculator Style

Palm Inoculator
Designed to be operated using pressure from your palm.

Thumb Inoculator
Designed to operate using your thumb.

Both styles perform the same basic job — choose whichever method feels most comfortable for repetitive inoculation work.

🔧 Spring-Driven Design

The spring-loaded mechanism makes filling and dispensing sawdust spawn quick and repetitive.

When you're inoculating dozens — or hundreds — of holes, this tool saves a tremendous amount of time compared with packing sawdust spawn by hand.

💪 Built to Last

Constructed with brass and a molded handle, these plungers are designed for years of mushroom cultivation.

Handle colors may vary depending on availability.

📦 What's Included

1 Sawdust Spawn Plunger Inoculator

Choose:

  • Palm Inoculator
  • Thumb Inoculator

Handle color is selected at random.

What is a sawdust plunger inoculator?
A sawdust plunger inoculator is a hand tool used to load sawdust mushroom spawn into drilled holes in logs and stumps.
How does the inoculator work?
Press the tip into loose sawdust spawn to fill the tool, place it into the drilled inoculation hole, and activate the spring-driven plunger to deposit the spawn.
Is this tool for sawdust spawn or plug spawn?
This inoculator is specifically designed for sawdust spawn. Plug spawn is inserted directly into drilled holes and does not require a plunger inoculator.
What size hole should I drill?
Our 12 mm mushroom log inoculation drill bit is designed for use with sawdust spawn and sawdust plungers.
What is the difference between the palm and thumb inoculators?
Both are used to inject sawdust spawn into logs. The palm version is operated with the palm, while the thumb version is operated with the thumb.
Which inoculator style should I choose?
Choose whichever operating style feels most comfortable to you. Both are designed for the same purpose.
What is the inoculator made from?
The inoculator features durable brass components and a molded handle.
Is the inoculator spring-loaded?
Yes. The spring-driven mechanism makes filling and injecting sawdust spawn faster and easier.
Can I use this to inoculate stumps?
Yes. It can be used to fill properly drilled holes in both logs and stumps with sawdust spawn.
Can I use it for different mushroom species?
Yes. It can be used with sawdust spawn from many species cultivated on logs or stumps.
What color will I receive?
Handle colors vary and are selected at random.
How long does the inoculator last?
With proper care, these are very durable tools. Mushroom Mountain has used the same brass plunger for more than 10 years.
Do I need to wax the holes afterward?
Yes. After filling the holes with sawdust spawn, seal them with wax to help prevent the spawn from drying out and keep insects from entering.
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