DIY Baby Bird Brooder / Incubator Build (Part 2)

Part 2 of building a bird brooder.
Controller:
Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller
Fan:
AC Infinity AXIAL LS1238, Quiet Muffin Fan, 120V AC 120mm x 38mm Low Speed, UL-Certified for DIY Cooling Ventilation Exhaust Projects

[@Digger-o1d]

Thankyou for teaching us to make this brooder box, comes in very handy for my first baby cockatiel due to be born in 8 days

[@whatever8243]

Thank you for showing this. I have 2 female parakeets I want to breed but learning how to do it and hand raise the babies. We need way more videos from you. Thanks again.

[@Bird.Squawk]

Keep us posted on how your birds do. Thank you for watching our videos and welcome to the channel. Kevin

[@Yeshuaschosen]

I've set mine up identically but my bulb is close to the bottom .Mine has a manual egg roller that sits on a tray above the light and fan (the trays covered in 1/4" hardware cloth) I can't wait to use it to hatch chicks! Thanks!

[@melissatankersley5722]

I love the digital read out and that it is mounted on the outside 😊 Keep up the great videos!

[@Bird.Squawk]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@trubully3678]

​@@Bird.Squawk Do you sell parrot eggs or where can I buy them at

[@Bird.Squawk]

@@trubully3678 NO and No

[@rustyshacklesford4576]

Nice! I got some eggs cooking in a foam cooler with a dimmer switch old laptop fan and a 40w bulb but i also ordered this same controller should be here monday

[@cathyt144]

I love this DIY cooler brooder. Im thinking larger scale ,using a large cooler for macaws,cockatoos,amazons etc. May need 2 fans or 1 larger one.

[@Bird.Squawk]

Starting on a larger one myself. Doubling everything, lights and fans. would love to see pics when your done. kevin

[@poomsaekata]

Wonderful!!!

[@manueldelrio-cl8iw]

what is the wattage of that light bulb you're using a great videos!

[@kaledhamed9932]

Love ya work

[@Bird.Squawk]

Thank you.

[@megaraitei]

Do u have a box like this to keep the babies warm ?

[@Alex-S.]

Good video!

[@HaiderAli-tn6jo]

I am going to build one next week but i am wondering about the light keep coming on and off ... Will it bother them or stress them?

[@zip._.6842]

Great video! My cockatiel laid 3 fertile eggs and would not sit on them. I used an incubator and all hatched. However, the last one had a darker discharge in his egg, the others had a lighter discharge. Is the dark discharge something to worry about?

[@Bird.Squawk]

I wouldn't be overly concerned if the baby is eating and pooping normally.

[@zip._.6842]

Ok, he seems fine. I do have another question about our oldest baby. He is always laying on his stomach. He eats fine but I don’t know if laying on his stomach is normal.

[@Bird.Squawk]

@@zip._.6842 ok.... When you say always, does he always!? Meaning he never gets up?

[@zip._.6842]

@@Bird.Squawk he sits up a little bit. He eats good and sits up some for food. But when he is in the incubator he is laying on his stomach. He bobs his head for food, he just seems too heavy with his legs stretched out towards the back.

[@Bird.Squawk]

@@zip._.6842 checking back in. How's he doing. The comment about his leg sticking out may be something to keep an eye on. Keep me posted. Kevin

[@josetellez9594]

When and how will the fan kick on?

[@peem3154]

Made a similar, thanks for sharing, my question: temp difference between heating and non-heating ??

[@Bird.Squawk]

I only let mine drop like 1degree F.

[@peem3154]

@@Bird.Squawk Kevin, thank you very much. :-)

[@pirueltrabuco]

Won't you need some small holes on the other side of the cooler for air flow when you turn on the fan? And how you control the humidity? Thanks.

[@Bird.Squawk]

Great question, yes! however on this new one the fan never comes on. This unit is set up so the fan is only needed when the units start to over heat. Also this cool is by no means sealed. if the fan came on it could draw air and push it out around the lid. But its really so efficient that it never comes on.

[@Dino_Hunter_420]

One silly question, would ceramic heating bulb work instead of the light heating bulb ? Either way I’ll be building one too, thanks for informative video not much out there

[@Bird.Squawk]

It might. One thing to be aware of, it doesn't take much heat to really heat them up. You may have to do some testing on what bulb works best with your cooler. Keep me posted on what you come up with. Kevin

[@erinpatton2545]

Can you please tell me what size cooler you used for the brooder

[@loairahhal]

Sir, is the fan used to bring in air and remove air?

[@manueldelrio-cl8iw]

does anybody out there know the size of the cooler that he's using by any chance, I bought one but I think it's a little bit too big than the one that he using can anybody get back to me and let me know the size of the cooler I really appreciate it I'm getting everything that I need this week to start the project thank you

[@briemuss05]

Won’t the light disturb the birds sleep keep coming on through the night??

[@Bird.Squawk]

Doesn't appear to at all. Kevin

[@briemuss05]

@@Bird.Squawk ok thanks

[@Adrian-fg4lx]

I have a small question... I was doing some research and kept seeing people install a humidifier. Is this absolutely necessary for these types of eggs and birds cause i didn't see you install one. Thanks

[@blu958]

I just saw your video today and subscribe it. Great video. How did you do the wiring? Connect all together? Please explain more about wire connection. Do we have to move eggs every 2 hour manually? Thanks

[@Bird.Squawk]

I purposely didn't put video of me wiring because I didn't want this to turn into a DIY on wiring and electricity. We have strict guidelines from KZbin of what we're allowed to show. And not take responsibility if someone tries it and gets hurt. As far as turning eggs I guess this could be used as an incubator, however it's really more of a brooder for after the birds have hatched. Although I have tested this one at 98.5° F and it holds temp just fine so it would incubate eggs.

[@KamarulAzlanAhlengChai]

Just thinking about humidity level inside

[@juliehartline9901]

Could you please tell me what the name of the light ? I have been searching was thinking of going to hardware store

[@Bird.Squawk]

The light socket (called a pigtail) and the light bulb (a lower wattage bulb) both came from Lowes. The bulb is a standard size screw-in bulb, I think I ended up with a 40 Watt small bulb. Yours may differ depending on the internal size of your cooler.

[@juliehartline9901]

Thank you I’m going to make my own brooder from your idea thank you

[@yvetterosado3299]

Hello again.. it's been a while.. here's wishing you and family a wonderful healthy Christmas and new year.. I only have one question . What kind of nest do you use for your cockatiel ?? I have wooden boxes but they seem not to like them or have any interest in them . Please help. Hope to hear from you soon.. thank you

[@jasmyneblake6303]

can i attach a regular glass thermometer or is it better to use a digital one?

[@Bird.Squawk]

I've never used one in a brooder. It's also important to note that this unit is not only a thermostat but it controls when the heat comes on and off. You set the temperature at your desired degree and then the light comes on to heat it up and if it gets too warm the light shuts off and the fan comes on.

[@juliehartline9901]

Are you using the two dimmer switches for fan and light

[@Bird.Squawk]

I'm not using dimmer switches on this project. The fan and the light plug into the controller.

[@capturedmemoriesfromthebal8849]

Great concept! Thank you for sharing. How and how much water do you need to keep relative humidity at 50%?

[@Bird.Squawk]

Depends on the temp in the box. also, the more surface area the higher the humidity. you will have to play around with what works for you

[@juliehartline9901]

Where did you get you supplies from I want to make on thank you

[@Bird.Squawk]

All came from amazon. I show that part numbers in the video.

[@dakotabrooke7688]

Could a heat pad also work instead the light and use a led

[@dakotabrooke7688]

And how did you hook up fan to controller was it a 12v fan reason I'm asking about heat pad was curious on building it with all usb

[@dakotabrooke7688]

Single 120mm USB Fan with Bracket and Preset Thermostat a.co/d/40jDewY cause was thinking this would work

[@Bird.Squawk]

I used all 120v system on this build. You could use 12v for a fan and a light. not sure about a heating pad. I never liked heating pads, they seem to have hot and cold spots. It was an uneven heat source. Let me know what you come up with. Would love to see it.

[@yazidmoujahid2626]

Ferst liké ♥️

[@rachelwoodward4427]

hey I'm currently making one of these was just wondering what type of bulb you recommend using :) many thanks

[@Bird.Squawk]

small 15 to 40w let us know how yours turns out.

[@juliehartline9901]

What size is that cooler I think mine is to small

[@Bird.Squawk]

Maybe 20" x 12" x 15" tall

[@juliehartline9901]

Thank you

[@smcc5759]

how many watts is the light bulb?

[@Bird.Squawk]

Very low like 20watts. Kevin

[@smcc5759]

What about the orange and clear small pieces, next to the zip ties?

[@Meliza18ful]

Love this video! And will be trying to make one of my own! Question do you mind sharing a link to which fan you used?

[@Bird.Squawk]

Try this, SXDOOL AXIAL Cooling Fan 12cm, AC 115V 120V 120mm x 38mm High Speed CFM with Switch Power Cord, for DIY Ventilation Exhaust Projects

[@juliehartline9901]

I found everything on Amazon but light

[@juliehartline9901]

I’m sending back the brooder box I bought and making this

[@Bird.Squawk]

I use both of mine daily. Getting ready to make a large one.

[@Ibocho150]

I wana buy one

[@Bird.Squawk]

Sorry we don't sell these.

[@kaidosbuddyagaindoberman9119]

Geeez, if I pay for it can I pay you to build one for me? I can cut open a human being, place an internal defibrillator, pacemaker, etc but put me around electrics and I’ll need a physician myself ;-)

[@Bird.Squawk]

That's funny!!!! I needed a little laugh this afternoon....Thank you. We are getting ask by so many people to make these we have actually looked into making them. I will keep everyone posted. Thank for watching and welcome to the channel. BTW I'm an engineer...... but get me around blood!!!!! NO WAY..... Kevin

[@kaidosbuddyagaindoberman9119]

Bird Squawk I completely understand. Trust me. Yes please keep Is informed. Have a great night!!!! P s BS- I looked to see if there is a webpage to see where to buy your products and or birds! I can’t find anything.

[@Bird.Squawk]

@@kaidosbuddyagaindoberman9119 We do not have a website at this time. We are looking to add one soon. Thanks Kevin