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Farm Innovators Model 4200 Pro Series Circulated Air Incubator with Automatic Egg Turner

The Farm Innovators Pro Series Circulated Air Incubator with Auto Egg Turner easily accomodates...
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Brand
Farm Innovators
Manufacturer
Farm Innovators Pet Products
Model
4200
Product Price
172.69
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https://www.amazon.com/Farm-Innovators-4200-Circulated-Incubator/dp/B007571DFM/?tag=backy-20
The Farm Innovators Pro Series Circulated Air Incubator with Auto Egg Turner easily accomodates up to 41 eggs. The included fan kit pulls in fresh air to stabilize the temperature and improve hatching. The automatic egg turner turns the eggs completely every four hours to eliminate manual handling and improve hatch rate. A built-in hygrometer measures both internal temperature and relative humidity. Solid state circuitry provides long lasting and reliable temperature setting. A red indicator light shows when the heater is operating. Two large 9-1/2-Inch by 3-1/2-Inch viewing windows allow for observation of eggs. An additional thermometer is included. The durable plastic outer shell protects the incubator and is easy to clean. This is a great incubator for hobbyists and for educational purposes. Made with recycled and insulating polystyrene foam. 120 volts; 40 watts; 0.33 amps.
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THEChIcKeNwhisperer354
Low Hatch
Pros: None
Cons: They eggs developed but, none hatched. 3 attemped to but, died shortly after. Hard to put water in.
I put 27 blue/black copper maran eggs in the incubator. Most developed but, only 3 tried to hatch and died shortly after. I'm sticking to my broody chicken.
Purchase Price
$120.00
babs silkies
Good for the money if you know how to use it
Pros: I have 3 of these. In my oldest one which was heavily used for a year the egg turner quit working. I was able to order a new motor from the company.
Cons: Must use with internal thermometer and humidity reader.
I have tried a couple of different brands of incubator and this one is by far better than the other 2.
Purchase Price
120.00
Purchase Date
10/2018
brightpennies
Pros: Steady temp, easy to open without killing the humidity
Cons: Have to get creative to achieve proper humidity, useless gauges, exposed heating element
I had an emergency -- mom abandoned eggs right before the hatch -- and had to rush out and grab the only incubator available in mid-October. I have not used the egg turner.

Overall I'm pretty pleased with this 'bator. I had to open it several times during lockdown to add water in bowls and paper towels, since the water trays in the bottom couldn't get the humidity high enough for hatch time. This was my first hatch, and everyone says not to open the incubator during lockdown for fear of losing humidity, but I found that by lifting the corner or edge and just making quick adjustments I didn't upset things too much. Heat and humidity came back up within a minute or two, and once they were up they stayed steady. I had to make minor adjustments a few times, but I assume that is the case with any incubator.

The gauges are worthless, as people have noted, but you can get your own cheaply and use those. I was mostly interested in having an incubator that holds humidity and temp, and this one does quite nicely once you've got everything set up. Others have noted that the temperature knob is very sensitive, but once you get it adjusted you pretty much don't have to touch it after that.

Given that I bought a relatively cheap incubator on the fly, I'm happy with this one. However, I caution anyone hatching babies bigger than chicks: the heating element is exposed, and a tall baby like a duckling can stand up and bump into it. Two of my little ones burned their faces on the heating element. Now after they hatch, I give them a couple of hours to nap, dry, and get their bearings, and as soon as they start trying to run around I whisk them out into the brooder.

I will be using this incubator again, and giving the egg turner a try. It has a few issues, but if you're reasonably attentive I think you can troubleshoot without too many problems. If I was going to hatch large volumes of chicks I would invest in a model without these issues.
Purchase Price
125.00
Purchase Date
2015-10-13
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Our Roost
From reading up on most incubators, the thermometers and hygrometers seem to be innaccurate regardless of brand or cost. Both thermometers and hygrometers are very sensitive units and it doesn't take much to upset the apple cart on their operation of accuracy. Some manufacturers such as this one reccomend purchasing additional guages for just that purpose. Its a check check double check! Go figure. I personally like the cost as well as the features.
 
goodb
I just got this incubator about 3 weeks ago anticipating hatching season. I echo the comments above. What I appreciate most is the company is close to my area in Plymouth, In. For a package deal of $129 at TSC it was a great deal. Includes a thermometer, fan, and the egg turner is included. The only concern I have is the turner motor runs quite hot. After a quick call to the company, they assured me that is normal. Other than that, I really like it. I'll know more after my hatch.
 
pdirt
Nearly all the reviews I have read for Farm Innovators products have been poor ones like yours. FI products seem to be plagued (based upon the reviews I've read) mostly by poor construction/quality of parts but also by poor design. They tend to be cheaper (not by much) than other brands and just don't ever seem worth the money. I'm sure there are folks out there with well-working Farm Innovators products, but it doesn't seem worth the gamble to me. Thanks for your review.
 
HennyPennyHenHouse
I had great luck with this incubator and my first hatch. Hatched 21 out of 24 cute Easter Eggers. I agree with the need to adjust the temperature but once you get it right, it stays there and is not a problem. Definitely use your own thermometer/hygrometer though.
 
Diannastarr
great thank you for your info, i never used a incubator ever, and in fact never ordered chicks from a hatcherie ever before this year , we had always raised our own with broody hens...lol.. yeah i guess im old fashioned alright ...lol.. but I only need an incubator to use just once for some rare eggs, when no live chicks or stock is available and will only use it this one time , so you say its a good one or should i keep on looking ..?? ?any help you can give me will be much appreciated : ) thanks
 
HennyPennyHenHouse
This was my first time incubating, I have always ordered from a hatchery. You definitely need to get 2 thermometers/hygrometers that you trust and use them inside rather than the one that comes with the unit. Not sure why everyone finds the ones on the unit are not to be trusted and why the company doesn't fix it but there is a huge difference on mine. But do you need such a large incubator? I certainly didn't but the price was right and was the only one locally that I could get. I actually got the incubator for my birthday to have the experience of the miracle of birth. My coop is full so all the chicks will be going to new homes.
BTW, I did call the company about the air plugs and how/when to use them. They were super friendly and helpful. Customer service gets an A+.
 
Violetsrblu
Diannastarr, there are people who have had not-so-great experiences with this bator. I don't know if they were unlucky enough to get a lemon, but many first timers like HennyPennyHenHouse and me got great results. I'm kinda lazy, so I've always used broodies for hatching and raising chicks. I don't expect to use a bator unless deemed necessary, so I am satisfied with a cheapie that does a decent job

You may want to try out it out first with your own eggs before putting rare and expensive eggs in it. If you buy this from TSC, you can return it within 30 days if you are not satisfied. Also do a search on this bator in the BYC forum and you will find a thread dedicated to it. This is how I educated myself on the best way to use it. The gauges are not to be trusted and it even says Reference Only on the unit. If you are going to incubate a small number of eggs, it may be helpful to simulate a full bator (helps keep temperature stable) by filling the bottom's outer troughs with water wriggler toys or plastic baggies filled w/ water. Also know that if your eggs have been shipped, it is not unusual to have a zero to very low hatch rate due to rough handling by the USPS.
 

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