What are the differences in HOVA models?

[rbar]

I wish to buy another Hova incubator w/turner; I can use my old round one for hatching only. (I don't think an egg turner will fit in it...)
I'd like a chicken AND quail auto turner with this one. I am looking at the 1602N with the 1610 turner...is this what I want?

But, I am a bit confused...1588 and the 1610M are "12 volt DC", could they be run of 12 v DC battery if the power goes off?
THAT would be really cool.
That would certainly justify the extra expense to me, as the power to my house is not absolutely dependable. A circulated air model woud be nice too...with the turner.

Can someone educate me on the differences in these models, voltages, etc.?
I have emailed GQF twice, but as of yet no response...

(Next question: Does anyone offer a "package deal" on the items?)

Thanks in advance! Roy

 

[rebelcowboysnb]

I dont know which model is which but I do know they make one that plugs in the acc/cigarette lighter in your car(12V DC). If you got that one you could get a booster pack(for boosting of cars) with the acc/cigarette lighter plug on it an use it as a power supply and battery backup.

 

[Chipper]

If you can afford the extra money I would go for the 1588 w/12volt dc turner.That way you have the circulated air and electronic temperature control.I think some of the hatcheries and poultry supply houses may offer a package deal.I have the 1588 and love it.Good luck

 

[rbar]

Ok, found an item at Randall Burkey that allows the 1588 "to be attached to a 12 volt battery"...
Will the 1610M turner will work off the same, need a separate adaptor, or have to revert to manual turning unon power outage?
Can ANYONE help further on this point?
THANKS!!!

Roy

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[Sissy]

Heard so much good things about the hova bator
genesis 1588 with the auto- matic turner 1610 or 1611 which ever u prefer.
I have one coming from cutlers.supply. they seem to the be
the least expensive.
all that have them are happy with them.
check out Cutlers..

 

[rbar]

I'd prefer the 1610 or 1610M but do not know the difference in the models.
GQF says it is "12VAC"...confusing...did they mean 12VDC, to go with the 1588 backup 12 V DC option?
Yes, good deal at Cutlers...will probably buy from them, I cannot get GQF to answer any of my emails...funny, had excellent service from them in the past.

Roy


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[Mahonri]

My 1588 w/ the 1611 ran me $191 total w/ shipping... Savanna, GA to Phoenix from the folks who make it at GQF.


1588 The Genesis Hova-Bator

BTW... they answered my e-mail that I sent on a Friday by the following Monday... but it did take them over a week to process the order.