Mimics A Mother Hen
Warmth radiates down from the underside of the plate, just like the body heat of a broody hen, so your chicks can tuck in beneath it and feel settled the way nature intended.
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Nesty Chick Brooder Heat Plate - 25cm x 30cm
Gentle, radiant warmth your chicks can self regulate, just like under a mother hen. A low wattage, low risk alternative to heat lamps, this 25cm x 30cm heat plate suits a growing brooder of up to 25 chicks.
Our chick brooder heat plates are dispatched from Adelaide with flat rate shipping Australia wide to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra, Darwin and regional areas.
$159.95
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Product Description
Key Features
Specifications
Setup
Shipping & Warranty
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Suits:
Chickens
Turkeys
Ducks
Chickens
Turkeys
Ducks
Safer Than A Heat Lamp
Low Energy 20W Design
Mimics A Mother Hen
Adjustable As Chicks Grow
Why It Works
Designed To DeliverReal Results
Chicks Self Regulate
Your chicks decide for themselves, moving in close for warmth and stepping out when they have had enough. That natural back and forth supports steadier growth and calmer behaviour.
Adjustable As They Grow
The legs set to several heights, so you can lift the plate week by week and keep gentle contact warmth at the right level all the way through early development.
Safer Than A Heat Lamp
There is no hot, exposed bulb and no harsh glare, so the everyday fire risk of a heat lamp is taken off the table and you can leave the brooder running with confidence.
Energy Efficient
At only 20W the plate sips power while holding a steady, reliable warmth, which keeps your brooder running costs low right through the season.
Suits More Than Chicks
It is not just for chicks. Ducklings, quail and other small poultry brood happily under it too, so the plate earns its keep hatch after hatch.
The Nesty Difference
Heat Plate Vs.Heat Lamp
|
Safer Pick Nesty's Chicken Heat Plate | Heat Lamp |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Safety | No exposed bulb | Exposed bulb fire hazard |
| Running Cost | Low energy design, around 20W | High electricity costs |
| Heat type | Gentle radiant warmth | Heat from above |
| Light | No light | Constant bright light |
| Chick comfort | Chicks can self-regulate | Whole brooder heated |
| Adjustability | Adjustable heights | Raise or lower lamp |
*Compared against traditional infrared heat lamps. Always follow the setup guide for safe brooding.
Setup Guide
Up And Running InMinutes
Getting your heat plate ready is quick and tool-free. Set it up before your chicks arrive so the brooder is warm and waiting.
1
Set Up The Brooder
Place the heat plate in a dry, draft free brooder alongside bedding, feed and water.
2
Attach The Legs And Preheat
Attach the legs and set the plate low so your chicks can lightly touch the underside. Plug it in and allow 10 to 15 minutes to heat up before use.
3
Watch And Adjust
Watch your chicks. Huddling together means it is too cold, and avoiding the plate means it is too warm. Adjust the height until they settle, and leave cooler areas so they can self regulate.
4
Raise As They Grow
Raise the plate regularly to maintain gentle contact as your chicks grow, and reduce use as they feather, at around 3 to 6 weeks. Keep it clean, dry and uncovered, and never cover the unit.
Find Your Fit
Choose Your Heat Plate Size
Three sizes to match your brood, from a small starter batch to a big hatch.
25cm Chicken Heat Plate
$159.95
Best For: Growing Broods- Roomy 25 x 30cm plate for a growing brood, comfortably warming up to 20 to 25 chicks.
- The middle size, ideal when the smallest plate feels tight but the largest is more than you need.
30cm Chicken Heat Plate
$189.95
Best For: Large Flocks- Roomier 30 x 40cm plate that warms more chicks at once, comfortably brooding up to 30 to 40 chicks.
- Extra space so they will not outgrow it as they feather. The better pick if you hatch a larger flock.
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FAQs
Your Questions,Answered
How does a chick heat plate work?
It gives off gentle radiant heat from underneath, much like a mother hen. Your chicks pop under for warmth and move away when they have had enough, regulating their own temperature for healthier, calmer development.
How many chicks does the 25cm x 30cm plate hold?
The 25cm x 30cm plate comfortably broods up to 20 to 25 chicks, depending on breed and size. For bigger flocks or fast growing breeds you may want a larger plate or a second unit.
Is a heat plate safer than a heat lamp?
Yes, considerably. It runs at low wattage, around 20W, and has no exposed bulb, which removes the fire risk that comes with traditional heat lamps while still giving steady warmth.
Can the plate be adjusted as chicks grow?
Yes. The legs set to different heights, so you can raise the plate as your chicks grow and keep gentle contact warmth at the right level through their early weeks.
Can I use it for ducklings or other poultry?
Nesty's Heat Plates suit ducklings, quail and other small poultry as well as chicks, as long as you set the height to match the size of the birds.
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