Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right heat can make all the difference.
Appletons sell the best chick warmers and brooders and also specialize in incubating, hatching and raising young every season. We have built up a wealth of knowledge and are continuously learning as we experience the joys of hatching chicks and ducklings each season. Over the years we have fine-tuned the processes, eliminated the poorly designed products and recommend what works best for us. We have some fantastic brooder packages available that take the effort and stress out of raising chicks. Read more
Chick Warmers & Brooders
Chick Brooder Starter Package for Rearing Day Old Chicks | Appletons
All you need for raising day-old chicks, ducklings, pheasant or quail. 🐥🐥🐤The Appletons Chick Brooder Starter Package is a safe and great way to raise young chicks. The package comes with everything you need to get started...except for the fluffy chicks and starter feed! Wood shavings are packed in a plastic bag inside the starter pack.
$364.00 - $439.00
Radiant Heat Lamp Set + Emitter | Appletons
Our recommended choice if looking for a good quality heat lamp for rearing quail, pheasant and chicks. Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right heat can make all the difference.This is the best set up you can provide your newly hatched chicks/pheasants/ducklings. The quality ceramic heat bulb emits only heat (no light) so your chicks will have the warmth they need without light 24/7. This is a more natural way to raise chicks as the chicks will get a good night's sleep and a rested gut rather than feeding and being active 24/7. We have used heat emitters and reflectors to raise our broods of chicks over the years and we have found it to be very successful. The package comes will all the necessary components and instructions to assemble. We also sell the heat emitter bulbs separately as always good to have a spare at hand. Each package includes the following: quality European brand ceramic lamp holder, NZ plug, cord and switch quality New Zealand made reflector quality European ceramic heat emitter information sheet on raising day-old chicks Optional Hanging Chain with Snap HookGalvanised hanging chain and snap hook essentially for secure hanging of your heat source. Length 1.9m The safest support for your heat package. Available in 4 sizes depending on the number of chicks you are brooding. Reflector Size & Wattage Best Position of Use Number of chicks Small Reflector with 75W Emitter In a decent-sized brooder box set up inside a house (building with insulation) Suitable for app. 6-24 day-old chicks Small Reflector with 100W Emitter In a decent-sized brooder box set up in a garage or a shed. Suitable for app. 24 day-old chicks Large Reflector with 150W Emitter In a shed, walk-in hen house or a very large box (1.5m x 15m) Suitable for app. 24 -50 day-old chicks Large Reflector with 250W Emitter In shed, walk-in hen house or a very large box (1.5m x 1.5m) Suitable for app. 50 day-old chicks
$156.00 - $207.00
Comfort Chick Warmer | Heat Plate
Economical heat plate and safe to use. Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right type of heat can make all the difference. At Appletons we have used Comfort Heat Plates for many years and it is great to see them now available for sale again in NZ. Over the years we have used them we have found them to be very reliable and an asset when raising chicks. They are made in Holland and are a very well made, good quality product. There are 5 different sizes available offering excellent value for money and with a new very clever height adjusting system, making them incredibly practical and energy saving. All the advantages of the new Comfort Heat Plate: Easy adjustment of height Enhanced insulation (PU) Higher plate temperature as before Low energy costs Double security thanks to a temperature fuse and a resistance fuse LED indicator Heat plates are a very natural heating system for chicks as it stimulates the natural heating of a mother hen and makes for healthier chicks. Chicks love to pop under mother hen for security and warmth and the Comfort Heat Plate does just the same. It is ideal to use for different types of poultry, ducks, pheasants and quail. We have used ours in the past to raise pheasants, ducks and chicks with great success. The beauty about these heat plates is that they are very economical to run so, in the long run, be a cost-saving investment. These plates are very easy to use and with the new unique height adjustment system, it makes setting the height easy. Safety has been ensured by including both a temperature and resistance fuse. All round the Comfort Heat Plate gets a big tick from us! The optional regulator is available to purchase separately. The regulator is equipped with a 1-meter long cable. Controls temperature between 20%-100%. To be used up to 100 Watts. www.comfortchicks.com
$125.00 - $200.00
Brinsea EcoGlow Safety 600 Chick Brooder | Heat Plate
Keeps chicks warm. Safe and easy to use. A brilliant little brooder. The NEW Brinsea EcoGlow Safety 600 Chick Brooder is an efficient and safe way of keeping newly hatched poultry, game and waterfowl warm. Suitable for max ± 15-20 day old chicks. The EcoGlow Safety 600 is ideal for keeping newly hatched poultry, game and waterfowl warm for the crucial first days and weeks following. The low voltage heater panel warms the chicks directly by contact. The radiant heat is far more economical than a conventional infrared lamp, using about 5% of the electricity of a 250 watt suspended lamp, which is important when heating for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact with the EcoGlow Safety 600 is a more natural way of raising chicks than a heat lamp. It avoids the stress of being under light both day and night and the chicks get used to the natural light changes of night and day which improves weight gain and feather growth. The metal heater plate of the EcoGlow Safety 600 improves heat radiation and evenness of temperature under the brooder as metal is a much better conductor of heat. The lower contact temperature and the easy height adjustment means that chicks can be 'contact brooded' (like the mother hen) for maximum comfort and the lowest wasted energy. The flared 'skirt' around the heater retains more heat, improving efficiency and reducing energy use. The EcoGlow Safety 600 has easy height adjustment for a wide range of chick sizes and its tough plastic and metal construction makes it durable and easy to clean. Maximum power consumption: 12 watts (240v to 12v NZ mains adaptor is supplied) Water-tight (IPX7 Safety Standard) construction and low voltage operation are designed to comply with stringent electrical safety standards. Supplied with a 240v NZ mains adaptor incorporating a 3-metre lead, simply plug in and go - no extra accessories, plugs or cords required. FREE 3-year guarantee when registered online. Dimensions: 291mm x 208mm x 61mm (yellow panel only) Not including legs. PLEASE NOTE: This product is for indoor use only and the room temperature should not drop below 10° C (50° F). The EcoGlow should be located in an area free from draughts and chicks should be provided with plenty of bedding.
$130.00
Brinsea EcoGlow Safety 1200 Chick Brooder | Heat Plate
Easy to use, easy to clean and economical to run. The NEW Brinsea EcoGlow Safety 1200 Chick Brooder is an efficient and safe way of keeping newly hatched poultry, game and waterfowl warm. Suitable for max ± 30-35 day old chicks The EcoGlow Safety 1200 is ideal for keeping newly hatched poultry, game and waterfowl warm for the crucial first days and weeks following. The low voltage heater panel warms the chicks directly by contact. The radiant heat is far more economical than a conventional infrared lamp, using about 5% of the electricity of a 250 watt suspended lamp, which is important when heating for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact with the EcoGlow Safety 1200 is a more natural way of raising chicks than a heat lamp. It avoids the stress of being under light both day and night and the chicks get used to the natural light changes of night and day which improves weight gain and feather growth. The metal heater plate of the EcoGlow Safety 1200 improves heat radiation and evenness of temperature under the brooder as metal is a much better conductor of heat. The lower contact temperature and the easy height adjustment means that chicks can be 'contact brooded' (like the mother hen) for maximum comfort and lowest wasted energy. The flared 'skirt' around the heater retains more heat, improving efficiency and reducing energy use. The EcoGlow Safety 1200 has easy height adjustment for a wide range of chick sizes and its tough plastic and metal construction makes it durable and easy to clean. Maximum power consumption: 18 watts Supplied with a 240v NZ mains adapter incorporating a 3-metre lead, simply plug in and go - no extra accessories, plugs or cords required. FREE 3-year guarantee when registered online Dimensions: 44cm x 28cm x 22cm high PLEASE NOTE: This product is for indoor use only and the room temperature should not drop below 10° C (50° F). The EcoGlow should be located in an area free from draughts and chicks should be provided with plenty of bedding.
$170.00
Safety Heat Plate Cover | Brinsea
An easy answer for keeping the top clean! Heating plates can get very dirty from chicks jumping on top of them. The heat plate cover is sold in a pack of 3 and are washable and re-usable. Made of transparent plastic (PET). After each use, the cover can be cleaned by rinsing it with warm water to remove the dirt and dust. The cover is suitable for the new Safety 600 & 1200 heating plate models (models from 2019 onwards). Heat plates are sold separately.
$40.00 - $50.00
Heat Plate Cover | Comfort
An easy answer for keeping the top clean! Heating plates can get very dirty from chicks jumping on top of them. With this new cover for heating plates, this problem is solved for good. The shape of the cover ensures that the chicks when they try to jump on top of the heating plate, slip back down again. The cover is simple to be placed and removed. Made of transparent plastic (PET) and very solid. After each use, you can clean the cover by rinsing it with warm water to remove the dirt and dust. The cover is suitable for the new Comfort heating plate models (model from 2013 onwards). Heating plates not included.
$26.00 - $59.00
Heavy Duty Heat Lamp 300mm Shade | Interheat
Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right heat can make all the difference. All-new aluminium brooding lamp shade set. Pre-fitted with a ceramic lamp holder for safety Large heavy-duty alloy heat sink for extended lamp service life. The shade has a removable wire cage fitted for extra safety in case of accidental breakages of heat bulbs from flighty chicks (Reducing the risk of fire). This set is pre-wired ready to go with 3 meters of cord. Standard NZ Plug 3-way dimmable switch featuring low/off/high. PLEASE NOTE THE EMITTER IS NOT INCLUDED AND NEEDS TO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.
$80.00
Heat Lamp Assembly 30cm | No Emitter
Cost effective heat source for raising day-old chicks. Features: Ceramic holder for extra safety Removable wire cage Chain included for suspension Dimmable switch Aluminium brooding heat lamp shield and reflector. Supplied with a ceramic lamp holder and a removable wire cage for extra safety (reducing the risk of fire). Features a 3-way dimmable switch - low/high/off. Pre-wired ready to go with 3 meters of plug lead and a suspension chain. Reflector diameter 30cm. (Assembly required). Please note the emitter is not included.
$45.00
Heat Lamp 300mm Shade + Thermostat & Remote | Interheat
Built in thermostat and temperature settings Power saving model with remote control, built in thermostat and programmable temperature settings. The Heavy Duty aluminium brooding lamp set is pre-fitted with a ceramic lamp holder for safety and the addition of a large heavy-duty alloy heat sink for extended lamp service life. This model is fully remote controlled (supplied) to set temp and forget, saving on both electricity costs and extending lamp service life. The digital display shows set temp, actual temp and current wattage used. The lamp will automatically dim as the set temperature is achieved, thus not overheating your animals and using less electricity. The shade has a removable wire cage fitted for extra safety in case of accidental breakages of heat bulbs from flighty chicks (Reducing risk of fire). Lamp is pre-wired ready to go with 2.5 metres of cord & Standard NZ Plug. Complete with chain and hook for hanging. PLEASE NOTE THE EMITTER IS NOT INCLUDED AND NEEDS TO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.
$149.00
Heavy Duty Carbon Heat Lamp Set with 400mm Shade | Commercial | Interheat
Please note, This is an Extra large lamp shade designed for large scale Pig & Poultry use. New - Heavy Duty Commercial use Carbon Fibre Heat Lamp Set includes aluminium brooding lamp shade + secondary inner heat shield. Pre-fitted with ceramic lamp holder for extra safety and the addition of a large heavy-duty alloy heat sink for extended lamp service life. The shade has a removable wire cage fitted for extra safety For additional fire safety the lamp is fitted with an internal tilt switch in case the lamp is tilted or knocked off from its chain due to boisterous piglets or flighty chicks thus reducing risk of fire. Lamp is also pre-wired with a 3-way energy saving dimmer switch featuring low/off/high (Low provides an approx 40% reduction in output) Also supplied 2.5 metres of cord & standard NZ 3 pin / 10 amp Plug complete with chain and hook for hanging. PLEASE NOTE THE EMITTER IS NOT INCLUDED AND NEEDS TO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.
$159.95
Appetons Reflector Lamp with Clamp 250W
Reflector Lamp with clamp 250W Reflector Clamp Lamp with safety guard and pro-thermal-socket. No emitter included.
$129.00
Ceramic Heat Emitter | Elstein
Top quality. Top brand. An excellent source of heat for newly hatched chicks.Unlike other light bulbs, ceramic heat emitters generate only ceramic radiant heat - not light. This not only saves you energy but also prevents keeping your animals awake at night, simulating a natural cycle and promoting greater health, growth and vitality. Because no energy is wasted as light, they are much warmer than a standard 100W light globe and give off intense radiant heat very quickly - perfect for raising your young chicks, pheasant and ducklings. Ceramic heat emitters also last much longer than conventional lighting bulbs which helps offset the upfront costs. They have a very long life span of up to 10 000 hours if used correctly. They are suitable as a constant heat source for both poultry and in terrariums. Protect against water splashes and knocks. Available in 100W, 150W and 250W. IMPORTANT: Use only in ceramic bulb holders. Elstein-Werk founded and patented the infrared ceramic heat emitter. Based on the highest possible quality and performance level, their heating elements and systems completely fulfill all demands that customers and users expect from the ceramic infrared emitter. These are the emitters we use at Appletons and sell in our Appletons Brooder Starter Packages and Radiant Heat lamp Sets.
$52.00 - $60.00
Ceramic Heat Emitter 75W | Trixie
An excellent source of heat for newly hatched chicks. Unlike other light bulbs, ceramic heat emitters generate only ceramic radiant heat - not light. This not only saves you energy but also prevents keeping your animals awake at night, simulating a natural cycle and promoting greater health, growth and vitality. Because no energy is wasted as light, they are much warmer than a standard 100W light globe and give off intense radiant heat very quickly - perfect for raising your young chicks, pheasant and ducklings. Ceramic heat emitters also last much longer than conventional lighting bulbs which helps offset the upfront costs. They have a very long life span of up to 10 000 hours if used correctly. They are suitable as a constant heat source for both poultry and in terrariums. Protect against water splashes and knocks. IMPORTANT: Use only in ceramic bulb holders. Here at Appletons we have used the Trixie Ceramic 75W Emitters in our chick brooders for nearly 15 years. Perfect size for doing a small number of chicks - especially inside.
$59.00
Infrared Ceramic Emitter | Kerbl
An excellent source of heat for newly hatched chicks. Offers amore natural warmth and gives your chicks a chance to sleep than a standard light bulb.Unlike other light bulbs, ceramic heat emitters generate only ceramic radiant heat - NO light. This not only saves you energy but also prevents keeping your animals awake at night, simulating a natural cycle and promoting greater health, growth and vitality. Because no energy is wasted as light, they are much warmer than a standard 100W light globe and give off intense radiant heat very quickly - perfect for raising your young chicks, pheasant and ducklings. Ceramic heat emitters also last much longer than conventional lighting bulbs which helps offset the upfront costs. They have a very long life span of up to 15 000 hours if used correctly. Protect against water splashes and knocks. Available in 60W, 100W, 150W and 250W. Use only in ceramic bulb holders.
$34.00 - $39.00
250 Watt Infrared Lamps | Glass Bulbs
Glass Infrared Bulbs. Interheat. Twin Pack. Providing your newly hatched chicks with the right heat can make all the difference. If the preferred option for brooding chicks is a hanging lamp, then the heat emitters and infra-red lamps are a good choice.It is well known that prolonged light can disrupt growth rates and damage eyes of developing chicks as well as causing restlessness which can also lead to pecking issues in chicks. If your preferred option is to have some light available, we now stock high quality 250 watts tempered (Hardened) glass Infra-Red lamps. Infra-red will still emit a gentle red glow which is proven to be less damaging to eyes than prolonged exposure to white light. (These are commonly seen in restaurants keeping food warm) This will also reduce the risks associated with restlessness still allowing growing chicks to rest without the interruption of bright light.Note: These heat lamps produce an intense heat, therefore it is important a good quality ceramic lamp holder is used at all times. Suitable to use in the heavy-duty heat lamp set or in the ceramic bulb holders. For those that prefer no light (and no glass), we recommend the ceramic heat emitters. These do a fantastic job of radiating heat and giving the chicks the most natural way of growing. We have found chicks raised under radiant heat grow well, happy and fast.
$46.00
900 watt Carbon Fibre Lamp | Interheat
900 watt Carbon Fibre lamp - For pig & large scale poultry use,
$60.00
Ceramic Bulb Holder | Trixie
A must if using ceramic heat emitting bulbs. Quality European made Ceramic Bulb Holder with cord, switch and NZ plug. All ceramic heat emitters need to be used in ceramic fittings. Plastic holders are not suitable. This quality European made ceramic fitting is glazed and has a removable ceramic ring so a reflector can be attached to the fitting.
$50.00
Heat Lamp Reflector | Appletons
Bounce the heat down! If using a heat-emitting bulb then a good reflector is essential. Using a reflector will trap the warmth and reflect it downwards making it much cosier for the chicks beneath it. The aluminium reflector offers a sense of protection for the chicks and will reduce unnecessary heat loss. We do not recommend using a heat emitter in a lamp holder without a reflector as the heat will all rise - remember hot air rises! We have two sizes available. Both reflectors fit onto the ceramic bulb holder we have available for sale. Reflectors are NZ made. Our reflectors are made here in NZ - we support New Zealand made 😊
$52.00 - $96.00
Chick Brooder | Small Animal Cage
The perfect chick brooder! Our favourite brooder cage for rearing day-old chicks.Safe, secure and best of all hygienic and easy to clean. These small animal wire cages are perfect for housing small animals like - guinea pigs and rabbits. Has a large door at the top and a smaller door on the front side. Available in two sizes: 1.2m Dimensions : 120 x 59 x 50cm 1m Dimensions : 100 x 59 x 50cm
$165.00 - $190.00
Temperature Regulator | Comfort Heat Plate
Want more control of the temperature? Rheostat Controller for plate temperature. The regulator is equipped with a 1-meter long cable. Controls temperature between 20%-100%. To be used up to 100 Watts. This is a handy little device that offers you more control of the heat generated the Comfort heat plates. Only compatible with comfort heat plates.
$40.00
Replacement Legs Comfort Heat Plate | Pack of 4
Replacement pack of 4 yellow legs for Comfort Heat Plates.
$32.00
Replacement Legs Brinsea Ecoglow Safety Heat Plate | Pack of 4
Replacement Legs for EcoGlow 50, EcoGlow Safety 600, 1200, 2000 - Pack of 4
$18.00