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During
this period the young birds need to be kept
in a clean, temperature controlled environment
as free as possible from airborne contaminants
such as fungal spores and dust. As they
grow and develop down and feathers they
can gradually tolerate lower temperatures
and the breeder needs to be able to reduce
the chamber temperature easily, whilst still
maintaining control. Young birds also benefit
from being able to see humans from within
the chamber; during this early stage in
their development it is essential for young
birds to become familiar with the presence
of people if they are to be tame in adulthood.
TLC-40
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Primary
function :
The
new TLC-40 and TLC-50 parrot brooders fulfil
all these functions very cost effectively
and can also double as a Hospital Cage for
sick or injured birds. The two models differ
in size; the TLC-40 has an effective volume
of 40 litres (10 US gallons and the TLC-50,
100 litres (26 US gallons).
 Furthermore
each model is available with either Eco
or Advance control system.
The Eco provides digital control and read-out
temperature whereas the Advance
also shows humidity, includes temperature
and power failure alarms and can be further
supplemented by Brinsea’s
optional EX Humidity Pump to
provide full control of humidity too. The
Advance versions include switchable internal
LED lighting which is both efficient and
effective.
Features
:
- Accurate
and adjustable digital temperature control
- Smooth,
easy-to-clean interior
- No
vulnerable edges for birds to chew
- Positive
pressure with gentle fan ventilation
- Twin
stage filter, for removal of harmful bacteria
and fungi
- Water
reservoir for increasing humidity with
external top up
- Permanent
calibrated digital temperature control
with additional features and flexibility
in Advance versions
- Tough,
clear hinged door with secure catch
- Choice
of two generous sizes suitable for a wide
range of species
- 2
year guarantee
(subject to simple online registration)
Hygiene
:
With
hygiene a top priority for your birds, the
TLC-40 and 50 parrot brooders have been
carefully designed to make cleaning as easy
as possible. The lower half of the cabinets
and doors are removable allowing them to
be scrubbed and immersed. It is also easy
to wipe clean the high gloss finish of the
ABS plastic upper cabinet and the fan guard
is simply detached to allow access to clean
the fan. Even the heater is encased in a
metal tube making cleaning easy. The control
circuit is housed away from the chamber
for reliability.
Airflow in the TLC-40 and TLC-50 brooders
has been carefully optimized to ensure consistent
distribution of heat, so that all chicks
are at the same temperature but with the
fan maintaining gentle airspeeds so that
down and dust are not blown around.
The design of the air circulation system
results in a slight positive pressure within
the chamber which resists the inflow of
any unfiltered air from outside. This use
of slight pressure differences is a proven
method in hospital isolation wards to resist
the spread of airborne bio-hazards. This
positive pressure results in a small but
essential airflow through the brooder chamber
with fresh air drawn in through the inlet
2-stage electrostatic filter and into the
chamber and stale air is discharged around
the door and through the adjustable vent.
As internal air is circulated it
passes through two internal 2-stage electrostatic
filters which remove airborne dust, spores
and bacteria. All the filters are washable
and replacement filter sets are available
from Brinsea® or from your local stockist.
To order quote part number HD021.
Humidity
:
Warm
air at brooding temperature can result in
dehydration of the hatchlings so the TLC-40
and 50 brooders incorporate a water reservoir
over which air is circulated to increase
humidity within the chamber. The water reservoir
is filled from outside the unit and is clear,
allowing the user to monitor the water level.
The reservoir contains white evaporating
block to help increase humidity and these
blocks are available from Brinsea® Products
or your local stockist. The water reservoir
is removable for cleaning. The low
weight of the TLC-40 and 50 brooders make
them easy to carry.
Specifications
:
Guarantee
:
The
TLC-40 and 50 brooders are fully guaranteed
and will be repaired or replaced if a fault
should arise within the guarantee period
(see terms of guarantee). Brinsea® Products
Ltd and their agents will not be responsible
for loss or damages in the event of a failure,
however caused, and the user is advised
to arrange their own insurance cover where
loss of power, mechanical or electrical
failure might result in
unacceptable losses. In order that we can
continue our policy of innovation and
improvement we reserve the right to alter
specifications without notice. |
