Heat Lamp Chicks: Vital Warmth for Your Offspring
Provide your chicks with the necessary warmth after hatching. Discover our safe heat lamps for healthy rearing.
Kerbl hard glas infrared lamp Subscription
splashproof 5000 operating hours by 240 V
Sale price: From €5.89 Regular price: €6.49 (9.24% saved)
Infrared reflector Promotion with 2,5 m cable Subscription
- aluminium shade ø 21 cm
- 6 ventilation holes provide better air circulation, extending the infrared lamp's service life
- chain for attachment (max. load 20 kg)
Regular price: €13.85
Infrared Reflector with hard glas lamp 250 W red Subscription
- Aluminium shade ø 35 cm
- With 8 ventilation slots
- Fixing chain (max. 20 kg load capacity)
Regular price: €40.70
Infrared Heater 150 W Cable 5 m without economy switch Subscription
- Cuddly warmth for newborn small and farm animals
- Supports growth and recovery
- Very strong heat output
Regular price: €25.52
Infrared reflector with 50 m cable 35 cm reflector Subscription
- 35 cm diameter shield - with 8 ventilation slits - fixing chain (max. 20 kg capacity)
Regular price: €31.67
Philips hard glas infrared lamp clear 250 W Subscription
Philips hard glas infrared lamp clear 250 W 240 volts splashproof through tempered glass increased heat and wider emission area through double reflector sturdy due to cemented screw connection between glass and metal base *600 W/m² at 60 cm height instead of 400 W/m² with conventional Philips lamps
Regular price: €10.44
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Ceramic heat emitter Subscription
Infrared lamp with a special ceramic coating only emits heat radiation in the non-visible infrared range (no light) extremely long lifespan
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Heat Lamp for Chicks – The Replacement for the Broody Hen
When chicks hatch from the egg, they cannot yet regulate their body temperature independently. In nature, they therefore hatch under the warming feathers of the mother hen. In artificial incubation, a heat lamp for chicks takes over this vital task. It ensures the necessary temperatures of initially around 32 to 35 degrees Celsius in the brooder so that the small animals can develop healthily and do not get cold.
Infrared Red Light or Ceramic Heat Emitter?
You basically have two options for the bulbs. The classic infrared lamp emits a red light in addition to the heat. This reddish light calms the animals and prevents them from pecking each other (cannibalism). Alternatively, there are so-called ceramic heat emitters. These only emit heat, but no light. This has the great advantage that the natural day-night rhythm of the chicks is not disturbed by permanent light at night.
Safety First: The Protective Basket
A heat lamp must never be operated without a suitable protective basket (reflector). The bulbs get extremely hot during operation. The metal mesh basket prevents animals from coming into direct contact with the bulb and burning themselves. It also drastically reduces the risk of fire should the lamp accidentally fall down and plunge into the dry bedding.
FAQ - Heat Lamps for Rearing
How high do I have to hang the lamp?
The best way to set the perfect height is by observing the animals. If all the chicks huddle together peeping tightly directly under the lamp, they are too cold (hang the lamp lower). If they lie on the edge of the box and avoid the area under the lamp, it is too hot (hang the lamp higher). If the chicks are lively and distribute evenly, the temperature is ideal.
How long do chicks need a heat lamp?
As a rule, chicks need an additional heat source for about 4 to 6 weeks. During this time, their real plumage forms. You should hang the lamp a little higher each week to gradually adapt the temperature to the normal ambient temperature.
Can I use a normal light bulb?
No, conventional light bulbs or modern LED lamps are completely unsuitable because they produce far too little heat. Only use special infrared bulbs or ceramic heat emitters for rearing.
Safe Heat Sources for Small Chicks
In the first weeks of life, chicken, quail, and duck chicks are extremely susceptible to cold. A reliable heat lamp for chicks creates the ideal climate for healthy growth in the brooder. Choose between classic infrared red light bulbs that have a calming effect, or durable ceramic heat emitters that do not disturb your animals' day-night rhythm. Always combine the bulb with a suitable protective basket to minimize the risk of fire and injury. Find the perfect heating solution for your offspring now!