I have 18 eggs in lockdown in my Brinsea ECO Advantage and I cannot keep the humidity up to 55-60%

[Kathleen Macy]

I have 18 eggs in lockdown in my Brinsea ECO Advantage and I cannot keep the humidity up to 55-60%.

 

[BYCforlife]

Are all the vent holes plugged? Have you tried putting a wet sponge or cloth in with the eggs?

Also, what are you using for a hydrometer?

 

[sumi]

Take a lightweight cloth, (I use one of those thin ones you buy for cleaning and wiping counters - use a brand new, unused one!), wet it and spread it out under the egg tray. Keep the cloth wet during lockdown and that should keep the humidity high enough for you.

 

[Kathleen Macy]

Are all the vent holes plugged? Have you tried putting a wet sponge or cloth in with the eggs?

Also, what are you using for a hydrometer?

Yes, I covered all vent holes, put 2 different sponges in there and I use a good quality hydrometer.

 

[Shamo Hybrid]

Don't fret me dear, I was able to hatch mine at 40% humidity just a few days ago.

 

[Kathleen Macy]

Yep, I realize that it can happen at lower humidity, however, using a Brinsea machine is supposed to be the better choice. I am not convinced. The temperature is fluctuating a lot too, that is not good for hatching.

 

[KikiLeigh02]

What day are you on?
ETA: So sorry, I just looked at the dates.

 

[Jules929]

Yep, I realize that it can happen at lower humidity, however, using a Brinsea machine is supposed to be the better choice. I am not convinced. The temperature is fluctuating a lot too, that is not good for hatching.

How did your hatch go?