Lab incubator to hatch eggs???

[FireTigeris]

Awesome thanks for the update

 

[Shwiggity]

For those wondering about the temperature on a lab incubator, they are adjustable. They usually have a range from about 5 degrees C. to around 75 degrees C. Some have water jackets inside that help keep the temperature swings lower, and these will maintain temp to about plus or minus .2-.3 C. Some also have adjustable humidity controls that will keep it at the humidity you set it at as long as you give it a water source and a drain that's not plugged. Another nice thing about them (mine included) is some have an outlet inside that can be used to plug in your automatic egg turner and/or a fan to circulate the air if you need one. They are also stainless steel inside, which makes cleanup after a hatch much nicer. If anyone has questions about a particular incubator, I'll be happy to answer them. I get to use them fairly often, as it's part of being a laboratory technician.

What about a bio rad mini incubation oven? Do you think this would be a suitable incubator? Also, I'm not sure about how to work around the humidity issue?

 

[cuckoosnest]

Hello,

Would we be able to convert this model, Heraeus Instruments 6000 Series Convection Gas Co2 Incubator D-6450?

thank you!

 

[BravenS]

Hello!

I have found an 'Imperial II ' for sale and wondering about converting it. Sounds like temp and humidity are fine but do they have vent?

 

[Barzakh]

For those wondering about the temperature on a lab incubator, they are adjustable. They usually have a range from about 5 degrees C. to around 75 degrees C. Some have water jackets inside that help keep the temperature swings lower, and these will maintain temp to about plus or minus .2-.3 C. Some also have adjustable humidity controls that will keep it at the humidity you set it at as long as you give it a water source and a drain that's not plugged. Another nice thing about them (mine included) is some have an outlet inside that can be used to plug in your automatic egg turner and/or a fan to circulate the air if you need one. They are also stainless steel inside, which makes cleanup after a hatch much nicer. If anyone has questions about a particular incubator, I'll be happy to answer them. I get to use them fairly often, as it's part of being a laboratory technician.

Hi. I came across your post about this issue. I have the possibility of acquiring a Controlled environment Incubator Shaker series 25 in good condition at an excellent price. I would really like to know if this is something you would recommend to hatch eggs in?

 

[Dinobabe]

I know this thread is old but I'm trying to figure out how to convert a lab incubator. I have an imperials II with quail eggs in it right now. I open the door 3 times a day to turn, let in fresh air and add water. If you've done it, please share!!