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Brinsea - USHD500 EcoGlow Brooder for Chicks or Ducklings

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Brand Brinsea
Included Components Brooder
Number of Levels 1
Number of Doors 1
Item Weight 0.75 Kilograms

About this item

  • Brooder for warming newly hatched chicks or ducklings
  • Radiant-heated underside for producing uniform temperature and minimizing power consumption
  • Three adjustable height settings for accommodating various chick sizes
  • Indicator light for confirming brooder is connected
  • Measures 12.0 x 8.0 x 8.0 inches (L x W x H) for holding up to 20 chicks

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.6 x 8.15 x 8.27 inches; 1.65 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ USHD500
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 9, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Brinsea
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B008HVM56Q
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,051 ratings

Product Description

Brinsea brooder warms newly hatched chicks or ducklings, and has a radiant-heated underside to produce a uniform temperature and minimize power consumption. The brooder can be adjusted to three heights to accommodate various chick sizes, and has an indicator light for confirming the brooder is connected. The brooder measures 12.0 x 8.0 x 8.0 inches (L x W x H) for holding up to 20 chicks. (L is length, the horizontal distance from left to right; W is width, the horizontal distance from front to back; H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest point.) The brooder, which includes a 10-foot power cable for extended reach, operates on 12.0V from a main transformer (included), and consumes up to 18.0 watts of electricity. The brooder’s cabinet is made of antimicrobial polyurethane plastic for durability and resistance to bacterial contamination. Polyurethane is nonconductive and has good abrasion, chemical, and UV radiation resistance. It is also resistant to oil, weather, ozone, heat, electricity, tearing, and various chemicals. The brooder is suitable for any waterfowl or game bird chicks, and for classroom hatches.

Brinsea Products, Inc. manufactures bird and reptile breeding products, including incubators, brooders, and accessories. The company, founded in 1976, is headquartered in Titusville, FL and meets International Organization of Standardization (ISO) standard 9002.

HELP & ADVICE

The EcoGlow chick brooder is designed to be extremely economical to use, especially for small numbers of birds. A typical heat lamp runs at 250 watts compared with 14 watts for the EcoGlow. Considering the brooder is on 24/7, this is an important saving.

To get the best use from this low power unit it is important to understand that there is no big margin of ‘spare’ heat and some precautions need to be taken depending on the ambient temperature in the room, and on the age and number of chicks –and the size or species.

First, it is better to have the unit on a lower height setting, if in doubt. The chicks will move away from the EcoGlow if they are too warm. If brooding very young quail or very small numbers of any small birds, it is a good idea to confine them in a cardboard box at least twice the size of the EcoGlow, but put the brooder against one side of the box so that the birds can only enter on the other side. This conserves warmth under the brooder but still allows birds to move freely out into the open as they wish. Another useful trick is to put the whole box on a slab of 1” Styrofoam to reduce heat loss from the bottom.

In an extreme case, it can be useful to remove one end of the EcoGlow so that it rests directly on the floor. The other end is best at the middle or higher position. This gives very small birds to option to touch the warm surface or adjust their position for maximum comfort.

Because the heat from the black underside of the EcoGlow is largely radiant, measuring the temperature with a thermometer is of little value. Radiant heat passes through air without warming it. Only a solid object will absorb and be warmed by Radiant heat. So a thermometer will register the air temperature but not the radiant heat and will usually show some 5 to 10°F lower than the effective temperature felt by the chicks. Always watch the behavior of the birds. They will naturally huddle together if they are cool. The more of them, the less external warmth they need.

For larger numbers of birds, from two to four EcoGlows can be assembled side by side. Above four units, it is probably better to leave a gap between units for birds to exit freely.

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    4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Customers say

    Customers like the ease of assembly of the brooder. They say it's easy to set up and use, and it works well for keeping the chicks warm. They also appreciate the temperature replacement and the fact that it' s safer than a heating lamp. However, some customers dislike the durability and disagree on value.

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    283 customers mention253 positive30 negative

    Customers like the performance of the brooder. They mention that it works well, keeps the chicks nice and warm, and is a huge improvement over a heat lamp. Some say that the brooding pen is constructed well.

    "...constructed products this item does its job successfully and is constructed well. This company should feel proud of its quality and performance." Read more

    "...I use it in a small plastic tub with wood shavings and it works great. The chicks snuggle in under it, just like they would Mama...." Read more

    "...It worked perfectly, I recommend doing the same because it really cut down on having to clean off the ecoglow all the time...." Read more

    "...These brooders work great for about 8 chicks, for about 2 weeks...." Read more

    236 customers mention178 positive58 negative

    Customers like the temperature replacement. They mention that the element is warm, but is not going to start a fire if it comes into contact with the cage. It keeps the chicks warm and cozy as they sleep, and it's easier to transition from heat to no heat. They also mention that it'd be better than using a heat lamp and that it is safer and more energy efficient. However, some customers have concerns about the price.

    "...Keeps chicks warm and cozy as they sleep ~ VS ~ Keeps chicks warn but can get too hot or too bright & keep chicks up!..." Read more

    "...The brooder provides a feeling of protection as well as warmth and all chicks are secure and happy not fussy and frazzled like they get with heat..." Read more

    "...it does not get hot enough to set a fire even with direct contact. If you leave your hand on the bottom it is warm similar to a heating pad...." Read more

    "...temperature has to be at least 50 degrees F, and the brooder doesn't actually get very warm...." Read more

    163 customers mention163 positive0 negative

    Customers like the fire protection of the product. They say it's safer than a heating lamp, and it won't burn the babies' fingers. They also appreciate the multiple levels of brightness, making it easy to use for different ages.

    "...The brooder provides a feeling of protection as well as warmth and all chicks are secure and happy not fussy and frazzled like they get with heat..." Read more

    "...This seems like a good safe alternative to heat lamps. Setup was easy and took less than 5 minutes...." Read more

    "...There is no fire hazard. The cost of the unit is well worth the safely factor and also the savings on your electric bill...." Read more

    "...No guessing or monitoring temperatures, much safer, energy efficient.... It's expensive for what it is, especially because it doesn't have a blocker..." Read more

    80 customers mention56 positive24 negative

    Customers find the ease of assembly of the outdoor living product to be great. They mention the safety factor, and the ease to use and set up. They say that it is much easier than a heat lamp, and much more friendly than other types of heaters.

    "...Setup was easy and took less than 5 minutes. Snap in the end pieces, plug it in and you are all set. The chicks love it...." Read more

    "...It is not a fire hazard and it does not need to be fussed with. Just plug it in and keep the top wiped down...." Read more

    "...The only drawback with the smaller one is the legs are a little difficult to assemble and can be broken if forced but the upside is they were wider..." Read more

    "...+ Safer- I love the safety factor and the ease of use and set up. I always got nervous a fire would start when I used the lamp...." Read more

    74 customers mention74 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the brooder. They say that their chicks are happy and healthy, and the brood gives them peace of mind. They also mention that it's safe and gives them a little spa.

    "...There is no fire hazard. The cost of the unit is well worth the safely factor and also the savings on your electric bill...." Read more

    "...getting on top, but it is absolutely peace of mind and takes a lot of stress off of you...." Read more

    "...adored this heater and even if it only lasted once, it was worth the peace of mind and how healthy the chicks were by the time they went to their..." Read more

    "...They're happy and healthy, now almost two months old!..." Read more

    123 customers mention67 positive56 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the product. Some mention it's well worth the cost and has low operating costs, while others say it' s expensive for what it is and a waste of money.

    "This is the BEST Brooder on the market! Worth every penny and will last you forever! Use again and again and resell value is excellent!..." Read more

    "...I would buy this again. It is more expensive than a heat lamp but electricity savings over about 5 weeks should offset some of that cost...." Read more

    "...with the purchase and believe it is a quality product and a great investment. Resell value is also good if the item is no longer needed...." Read more

    "...temperatures, much safer, energy efficient.... It's expensive for what it is, especially because it doesn't have a blocker to keep them from getting..." Read more

    92 customers mention61 positive31 negative

    Customers are mixed about the adjustability of the product. Some mention that the ability to adjust the height is perfect, it can be set at three different heights, and it works fine. Others say that it is not easy to adjust, and the instructions on how to do it are very vague. The product has three height settings, and one of them is 3" from the ground. The small EcoGlow does not adjust down to almost touching the bedding, and can only hang from a certain high.

    "...The larger brooder legs are easier to adjust but they leave a more open space under the brooder which the babies didn't seem to mind when we changed..." Read more

    "...They are huge as chicks go and the easy adjustments are working fine. Just don't try to adjust without using a screwdriver you could break it...." Read more

    "...Adjustable to 3 sizes ~ VS ~ Can only hang from a certain high to be safe!..." Read more

    "Nice looking. I like that there are three levels so that I can adjust the height as the chicks grow...." Read more

    78 customers mention15 positive63 negative

    Customers are not satisfied with the durability of the animal cage. They mention that the product quality doesn't hold up, the hens grow is a pain, and the legs seem a bit cheaply made. They think that the design won't last over time, and that the little tabs will break off.

    "...one is the legs are a little difficult to assemble and can be broken if forced but the upside is they were wider and made a more enclosed space to..." Read more

    "...Yes they are plastic, plastic can crack and it's not meant to bend, but I have 0 troubles removing mine...." Read more

    "...It was pretty weak...." Read more

    "...and down by taking the sides off is a little tricky and the tab on mine broke a bit from having to use force to get it off in order to adjust to a..." Read more

    Easy2Use ' Easy2Clean 'Safe ' Useful ' Reusable ' Low Power ' Natural 4Chicks ' & many more reasons its the BEST BROODER
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    Easy2Use ' Easy2Clean 'Safe ' Useful ' Reusable ' Low Power ' Natural 4Chicks ' & many more reasons its the BEST BROODER
    This is the BEST Brooder on the market! Worth every penny and will last you forever! Use again and again and resell value is excellent!I bought one over 2 years ago and loved it so much I purchased a 2nd brooder! I have recommended it to everyone Ive given chicks to!I have used this brooder when I had no broody hen, to help my broody with lots of babies and so much more!The Brines EcoGlow Brooder is like having a broody with your chicks! I could never go back to the traditional light brooder!here are some reasons I prefer this brooder vs the traditional light brooderBrines EcoGlow Brooder ~ VS ~ Traditional Light BrooderNo worry of fire or too much heat! ~ VS ~ Can cause a fire or burn chicks aliveUses very little Power ~ VS ~ Uses More PowerNever Runs out, Never needs to be replaced ~ VS ~ Must replace light when it burns outEasy to clean with just a quick wipe ~ VS ~ Cannot touch when hotNever gets too HOT only stays the perfect temp ~ VS ~ Gets VERY HotReuse it over and over again for year and years ~ VS ~ Must replace the light when it goes out, switch ca break.You can leave it on and go away for days without worry ~ VS ~ Cant leave it on for too longKeeps chicks warm and cozy as they sleep ~ VS ~ Keeps chicks warn but can get too hot or too bright & keep chicks up!Mimics momma by allowing chicks to sleep under it ~ VS ~ Is Nothing like mommaChicks can sleep next to it, under it and even go on top of it ~ VS ~ Only Hangs over chicks only and they cant escape the heatVery Natural way for Chicks to sleep ~ VS ~ Not Natural way for Chicks to sleepAdjustable to 3 sizes ~ VS ~ Can only hang from a certain high to be safe!Ive used this brooder on cold nights so my adult chickens could sleep next to it for extra heat! My bantam hens can fit under it when set to highest size. Ive also used the brooder when I had a lot of chicks and mom needed some help, all the chicks were perfectly happy to have a choice.This brooder is also perfect when your broody is sleeping in a nest thats too high for chicks to get to so when they loose mom or fall out, they have a place to sleep until mom can get to them again! This brooder is a life safer!! I purchased it because I had no broody but now I always have broody hens and still love to use it!! I love that it can be adjusted to 3 sizes so can fit newly hatched chicks and grow with them, it is compact enough to fit inside the nest, you can take it apart to store and/or clean, and I don't ever have to worry that the bedding will catch on fire!I've added several pictures to this product before I wrote review. I am adding even more and have so many to share! This is a great product I could go on and on about it!! Here is a link to my youtube video. In this video my Broody hen has 36 chicks so I gave her the EcoGlow to assist at night![...]
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy2Use ' Easy2Clean 'Safe ' Useful ' Reusable ' Low Power ' Natural 4Chicks ' & many more reasons its the BEST BROODER
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016
    This is the BEST Brooder on the market! Worth every penny and will last you forever! Use again and again and resell value is excellent!
    I bought one over 2 years ago and loved it so much I purchased a 2nd brooder! I have recommended it to everyone Ive given chicks to!
    I have used this brooder when I had no broody hen, to help my broody with lots of babies and so much more!

    The Brines EcoGlow Brooder is like having a broody with your chicks! I could never go back to the traditional light brooder!
    here are some reasons I prefer this brooder vs the traditional light brooder

    Brines EcoGlow Brooder ~ VS ~ Traditional Light Brooder

    No worry of fire or too much heat! ~ VS ~ Can cause a fire or burn chicks alive
    Uses very little Power ~ VS ~ Uses More Power
    Never Runs out, Never needs to be replaced ~ VS ~ Must replace light when it burns out
    Easy to clean with just a quick wipe ~ VS ~ Cannot touch when hot
    Never gets too HOT only stays the perfect temp ~ VS ~ Gets VERY Hot
    Reuse it over and over again for year and years ~ VS ~ Must replace the light when it goes out, switch ca break.
    You can leave it on and go away for days without worry ~ VS ~ Cant leave it on for too long
    Keeps chicks warm and cozy as they sleep ~ VS ~ Keeps chicks warn but can get too hot or too bright & keep chicks up!
    Mimics momma by allowing chicks to sleep under it ~ VS ~ Is Nothing like momma
    Chicks can sleep next to it, under it and even go on top of it ~ VS ~ Only Hangs over chicks only and they cant escape the heat
    Very Natural way for Chicks to sleep ~ VS ~ Not Natural way for Chicks to sleep
    Adjustable to 3 sizes ~ VS ~ Can only hang from a certain high to be safe!

    Ive used this brooder on cold nights so my adult chickens could sleep next to it for extra heat! My bantam hens can fit under it when set to highest size. Ive also used the brooder when I had a lot of chicks and mom needed some help, all the chicks were perfectly happy to have a choice.
    This brooder is also perfect when your broody is sleeping in a nest thats too high for chicks to get to so when they loose mom or fall out, they have a place to sleep until mom can get to them again! This brooder is a life safer!! I purchased it because I had no broody but now I always have broody hens and still love to use it!! I love that it can be adjusted to 3 sizes so can fit newly hatched chicks and grow with them, it is compact enough to fit inside the nest, you can take it apart to store and/or clean, and I don't ever have to worry that the bedding will catch on fire!

    I've added several pictures to this product before I wrote review. I am adding even more and have so many to share! This is a great product I could go on and on about it!! Here is a link to my youtube video. In this video my Broody hen has 36 chicks so I gave her the EcoGlow to assist at night!

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    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2017
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best thing I have used with baby chickens
    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2017
    This is the best thing I have used with baby chickens. We brought 17 babies home from the hatchery and they immediately knew to go under it when they needed warmth or a feeling of safety. No heat lamps were needed and all have flourished with no problem.We did keep them in a utility room in our house so temperature was between 60 and 70 degrees in the room. We also bought the larger size so when they got bigger and needed more room it was available. They loved both sizes and needed no coaxing to go under it. As they grew they would sometimes sleep with their heads out or if the temperature was warm enough they huddle around it close enough to run under it for protection and warmth. I have raised chicks with heat lamps and broody hens and the temperament of these chicks more resembled the calm and happy chicks raised by hens. The brooder provides a feeling of protection as well as warmth and all chicks are secure and happy not fussy and frazzled like they get with heat lamps. The brooder also allowed us after the first three days with continuous light to turn off the main light and leave another light on in the room almost like a night light. The babies sleep through the night instead of being up 24 hours all the time. This led to happy peaceful babies that were rested.
    The only drawback with the smaller one is the legs are a little difficult to assemble and can be broken if forced but the upside is they were wider and made a more enclosed space to keep the heat in. The larger brooder legs are easier to adjust but they leave a more open space under the brooder which the babies didn't seem to mind when we changed to it but they were older and didn't need as much heat. The only drawback to either brooder is as the babies get older they do love to roost on top of the brooder but the surface is smooth and glossy and can be easily cleaned. I put a folded dog training pad on top because I use them in a child's wading pool to provide a safe, easily cleanable home for the chicks. They can be tossed when the top gets messy instead of constantly cleaning off the top. Overall I was enormously pleased with the purchase and believe it is a quality product and a great investment. Resell value is also good if the item is no longer needed. In an environment of poorly constructed products this item does its job successfully and is constructed well. This company should feel proud of its quality and performance.
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