Incubator

I am picking an old dorm room fridge to convert to my first incubator. I have the basic plans already, but my question is what is the temperature gauge you use to monitor the internal temperature of the incubator with out opening it.

I just used a thermometer with a probe. Drilled a small hole, run the probe through it and set the thermometer on the top of the fridge.

what brand/model do you use this is for only for 2 clutchs of eggs this season next season I may upgrade if needed. I am thinking a ZooMed Repti-Temp 500R

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Originally Posted by derrabe

what brand/model do you use this is for only for 2 clutchs of eggs this season next season I may upgrade if needed. I am thinking a ZooMed Repti-Temp 500R

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A good reliable thermostat is the single most important piece of equipment for your incubator, I would recommend something more reliable than ZooMed Repti-Temp, go with Helix or Herpstat worth every penny.

Has anyone used a ranco....I am a little short on funds to spend the 120+ for a helix this year just trying to get through this year as my learning curve. I found a ronco that is digital for about 50

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Originally Posted by derrabe

Has anyone used a ranco....I am a little short on funds to spend the 120+ for a helix this year just trying to get through this year as my learning curve. I found a ronco that is digital for about 50

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it might work, but a proportional thermostat is recommended to keep solid temps

I would spend the money on the Helix. Also look at it this way if you don't have the money to spend on a more costly T-stat then what will you do when your girl gets egg bound and needs to go to the vet?

Not saying you shouldn't breed just a thought that might help you later on.

Mike