Calf Milk Heaters: Bring every milk feed evenly to temperature

Calf Milk Heaters: Evenly warm instead of hot and cold

Milk for calves should be close to the body temperature of the animal. If it swings a lot, the milk is taken less well and digestion gets out of step. A heater brings larger quantities up to temperature in a controlled, even way. In this section you will find immersion heaters for milk and water bath tanks for the daily feed.

Units and output

Stick models are hung into a bucket or churn and warm the milk directly. They come in an analogue version with a rotary control and as a digital variant with a temperature display, with typical outputs between 1700 and 3000 watts. The higher the output, the faster the milk is up to temperature. A water bath tank with 50 litres capacity works indirectly, which brings the milk to temperature especially gently and evenly. A matching tripod raises the tank to working height and makes filling buckets and bottles easier.

Working safely and keeping things clean

Stir the milk while it warms, then no hot zones build up. Measure the temperature before feeding instead of relying on feel. Always take the unit off the power before you clean it, and only immerse the parts that are meant for it. Milk residues on the heating element burn on and are hard to remove later, so clean straight after use. Check cable and plug regularly for damage and follow the manufacturer instructions on operation and cleaning. For large groups, allow enough lead time so the milk is ready at the right temperature when you start feeding. Let the milk settle briefly and stir once more before you pour it out.

Frequently asked questions

How warm should the milk be?
Close to the body temperature of the calf. Measure after warming and stir well beforehand.

Stick unit or water bath?
Stick units warm directly and quickly. A water bath tank works indirectly and brings larger quantities to temperature especially evenly.

How do I clean the heater?
Straight after use and always off the power. Otherwise milk residues burn onto the heating element and are hard to shift.