![]() The eggs are tilted approximately 30 degrees in each direction every 4 hours. The bars are drilled to accept plastic baskets into which the eggs are placed. The egg-turner is a 6 revolution-per-day, continuously running gear motor linked to six pivoting galvanized steel bars. It is attached under the top of the incubator with two screws. The fan kit includes an 8 watt, motor-driven fan with crimp-type wiring connectors. Temperature is set by means of a volume-control type adjustment. This means that it can use a fraction of, or all of, the heating unit's wattage, as required. The temperature control is of the "proportional" type. Interested parties can find the IC specifications on the Intersil/Harris Semiconductor web site. It features integrated circuit, CA3079, which is frequently used in similar applications. The Little Giant uses a 42 watt "rope" heater connected to a solid state temperature control. Note: the above prices are often exceeded significantly in e-bay or other auction sites. Little Giant lists a replacement incubator bottom (part #5210) in its care-and-use leaflet but did not respond to my e-mail request for price. ![]() Hova-bator offers a replacement bottom with a plastic liner for $11.75 in its catalog. Besides cleaning with an appropriate germicide, periodic replacement of the enclosure bottoms may be desirable. Sanitation is often an issue with the use of Styrofoam enclosures. The catalog price is listed by GQF at $24.95, shipping included. Hova-bator Turbofan Kit (Model 2364) was not available for test.Hova-bator Automatic Egg Turner (Model 1611) $31.99.Hova-bator still air incubator (Model 1602) $31.99.Little Giant Automatic Egg Turner (Model 6200) $28.49.Little Giant Forced Air Fan Kit (Model 7200) $21.35 (Not all stores listed the part at this price.).Little Giant still air incubator (Model 9200) $28.49.The Hova-bator was available from a competing store (Blain's Farm and Fleet) at a similar discount. The Little Giant was procured off-the-shelf at a farm discount department chain in Wisconsin (Mills Fleet-Farm) for about 10% less than factory advertised prices. In this study, a sample of each was purchased locally and tested for temperature consistency with laboratory quality temperature recording equipment. ![]() Paul, MN and by GQF (Hova-bator) of Savannah, GA. L 17.75" x W 17.Low cost Styrofoam-box-type, table-top incubators are made by Miller Industries (Little Giant) of St. Holds 41 large chicken eggs or up to 120 bantam or quail eggs when used with the - Little Giant Automatic Egg Turner LCD display with LED light shows accurate readings instantly Built-in digital hygrometer measures humidity ![]() Digital control board for easy temperature setting, self-regulating temperature control Made of durable, warmth-retaining styrofoam Automatic egg turner and circulated-air fan kit are available for this incubator, each sold separately. This product is intended for general poultry hobbyists and is not recommended for professional or commercial use or for incubating exotic birds or reptiles. Holds 41 large chicken eggs or up to 120 bantam or quail eggs when used with the Little Giant Automatic Egg Turner. Two 4 inch by 8 inch viewing windows allow for monitoring the hatching process and are great for educational purposes. Plastic mesh screen safely supports eggs during hatch period and is also dishwasher safe. The built-in digital hydrometer and moisture channels help maintain humidity, a key factor in egg health. The self-regulating control board adjusts the temperature to suit varying environments. The LCD display with LED light shows accurate temperature and humidity readings instantly. Durable styrofoam retains warmth, generated by a gentle heating element controlled by a highly dependable, digital control board. The tried-and-true way to incubate and hatch eggs, with updated digital technology. ![]()
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