Brooder Question

[Lextextrapper]

I need a way to regulate the temperature inside my brooders while I'm away at work, etc... The temp outside may be 78 outside and 90 inside the brooder when I leave for work, but then it may be 102 outside and 108 inside the brooder when I get home. Is there a good way to install a thermostat in the brooders? Also, what should I use for the heat source if it will be turning off and on throughout the day to regulate the temp? A light bulb going off and on would really stress the birds.

 

[Gecko]

if your using a plug in heat source, you could use a rheostat like i have used for my reptiles, here is the link

For precise, fingertip control of ceramic heat emitters, heat pads or under tank heaters, heat lamps, or other reptile heating devices. Has a standard plug-in and a two-port outlet for use of up to 2 devices. 150W unit uses dial adjustment and will control up to 150 total watts of heating devices.
* Plug in up to two reptile heating devices to manually adjust their temperature
* Excellent for non-thermostatically controlled reptile heating devices, such as heat mats, overhead incandescent heat bulbs, and more
* Use to turn heaters up in winter or down in summer depending on your room temperature

 

[citrusdreams]

I'm just wondering why you're still using a heat lamp? Also, how big is your brooder and how many are in there? And how old are they?

If they're outside and it's getting hot during the day, I'd make sure the brooder is big enough for them to spread out when hot, and they'll come together when they're a bit chilly?

I guess it depends on how old they are but if you really need a heat lamp on them, make sure the brooder is big enough for them to spread out.

I don't give them any heat after the first week, not in this warm weather, even if it dips into the 70s. But that's just me

 

[Lextextrapper]

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I took the heat lamps out a long time back and replaced them with regular light bulbs. I just try to keep them around 95 for the first week and reduce it by 5 degrees every week until they are fully feathered.