Build or buy an incubator?

Could I please get a few links to larger incubators for sale? Id love to build one, but seeing how I'm not the best building in the world and do not want to risk anything, I would rather buy one. I like the Pepsi/coke machine incubators so I might be persuaded? Anyone's opinions are highly welcomed!

This one looks really well build

http://market.kingsnake.com/detail.php?cat=66&de=383231

When you say "larger" how many clutches are you looking to have at one time?

The Nature Spirits are awesome but very expensive ($500 + with thermostat) and not what I would consider "large" 4-5 clutches depending on how you set up the egg tubs.

Personally I would build one. The coke/pepsi fridge conversions are awesome (assuming you can find one - as they can get expensive too)

Here is one I built - cost me $50 in materials ($150 for the flex and thermostat) - and it will hold 15+ egg tubs.

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j2...s/IMG_1057.jpg
http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j2...s/IMG_1059.jpg

Go to freecycle.com and see if your area has a group. Also post on craigslist. Just last week i got a full height single pane fridge and a half size for free from both of those sites. So if you can find a fridge, which you can with some digging, then you only need to buy a thermo, flexwatt, fan, and backup thermo. Thats less than you pay for an incubator and you can fit a whole lot more clutches. Goodluck!

Edit** forgot to mention, post your ads as "wanted: BROKEN glass front fridge/cooler". When you mention broken people are just happy for you to come take their trash. The compressors on these things die all the time and they are a hazardous waste so its not very easy to get rid of them.

Now that is a incubator LJ:D Do you have a tutorial on how to make it?

I'll try them bc

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Now that is a incubator LJ:D Do you have a tutorial on how to make it?

I'll try them bc

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Thanks...I am still working on a DIY for it but with breeding season in full swing and work I just haven't been able to finish it yet. Hopefully soon. If you have specific questions on building one just let me know and I will help all I can. :D

lordjackel: wow!!! if ever you wana sell that bator, let me know asap!!:D

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lordjackel: wow!!! if ever you wana sell that bator, let me know asap!!:D

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Thanks...with all the comments I am thinking I need to start building them commercially. :P

Now that's some serious business. I agree that a DIY would be awesome.

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Thanks...with all the comments I am thinking I need to start building them commercially. :P

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cool!! ill be your first customer! i want a bator like that!:D

Hey, if it is under $600 Id buy one!

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Hey, if it is under $600 Id buy one!

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hey get in line man! lol.:D

OK...I have be spurred into action. I am working on a DIY right now. I hope to have it posted later today.

Stay tuned.

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OK...I have be spurred into action. I am working on a DIY right now. I hope to have it posted later today.

Stay tuned.

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Todays fine too:D

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Todays fine too:D

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Sorry got side tracked with kids...lol :rolleye2:

I am working on it though.

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Sorry got side tracked with kids...lol :rolleye2:

I am working on it though.

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Take your time, we want this to be detailed!!

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Could I please get a few links to larger incubators for sale? Id love to build one, but seeing how I'm not the best building in the world and do not want to risk anything, I would rather buy one. I like the Pepsi/coke machine incubators so I might be persuaded? Anyone's opinions are highly welcomed!

This one looks really well build

http://market.kingsnake.com/detail.php?cat=66&de=383231

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Casey's incubators are nice, they work well and he has great customer service.
If you want a large fridge size incubator you might want to check out this site from Clay Davenport. I used the link below to reference when I was building one for myself.
http://www.arbreptiles.com/cages/incubator.shtml

Try to find a Coca cola frig and do a D.I.Y., it will be less on the pockets.

I'm building one right now out of a coke frig and I'm just waiting on my Spyder Robotics, I love how it came out.

I have this one for 6 years and still going strong, it holds 9 clutches.
http://www.bigappleherp.com/Big-Appl...tile-Incubator

You can check out these post also on DIY coke and pepsi frig, they help a lot.
http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...ad.php?t=64320
http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...ad.php?t=67087


Here is my frig not 100% done!
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/1156/img6818gq1.jpg

http://img359.imageshack.us/img359/4690/img6820ry1.jpg

http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/9822/img6821bn6.jpg

Good luck!:gj:

I am a fan of recycled pop display fridges.. hold the temps very well, easy to convert to an incubator and you can see inside..

Here is a pic. its a shorter model about 5ft tall. I decided to use bigger egg boxes than the one in the pic that way I can have more substrate.. Once I start making loads of eggs I will probably have to switch back to smaller boxes again.

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/2800/dsc01043bw7.jpg

And how do you guys find all of these coke fridges?

Be diligent with want ads and craigslist, check out appliance repair shops for broken ones, and just keep your eyes open.

I'm lucky to have gotten a two level 'dorm' fridge for $20 off the List, since I can't drive and thus can't pick up stuff myself. I wish I could get one of the smaller wine coolers or coke fridges, but I would need someone with a truck to help me out... *sigh* Oh well, I have metal cutting saw blades and plexi :D

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And how do you guys find all of these coke fridges?

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I got mine from craigslist.. keep checking. I paid $100 but mine does work..