Energy-efficient contact heating plate for naturally rearing up to approximately 60 chicks. Featuring convenient height adjustment, robust ABS plastic construction and a large 60 × 40 cm heating surface. Maximum power consumption is just 56 watts. Available with or without a 6-level power dimmer.

This large contact heating plate provides newly hatched chicks with a sheltered, comfortably warm resting area. It works according to the natural principle of a mother hen: when chicks need warmth, they gather underneath the plate and warm themselves through direct contact with its heated underside.

Measuring 60 × 40 cm and consuming a maximum of just 56 watts, the heating plate is an extremely energy-efficient alternative to conventional infrared heat lamps. Its generous surface area makes it suitable for larger groups of chicks. Depending on the poultry species, age and size, it can accommodate up to approximately 60 chicks. For chicken chicks, planning for around 50 to 55 birds is advisable.

Natural Contact Heat Like Under a Mother Hen

The underside of the heating plate reaches a temperature of approximately 50 °C. Heat is primarily transferred to the chicks through direct contact.

Important: The plate must be positioned low enough for the chicks to touch its heated underside with their backs. Unlike a heat lamp or a more powerful radiant heating plate, this model provides very little heating to the surrounding air or the floor beneath it.

The chicks can move freely between the warm resting area and the cooler parts of their rearing environment. Since the heating plate does not produce visible light, it does not interfere with their natural day-night cycle through additional illumination.

Convenient Height Adjustment and Robust Construction

The four height-adjustable legs can easily be adapted to the size of the chicks. This allows the heating plate to be raised as the chicks grow during their first weeks of life.

The robust construction is made predominantly from temperature-resistant ABS plastic. An insulating layer inside the plate helps direct heat downwards and reduce heat loss through the top.

Integrated temperature and electrical resistance protection provide additional operational safety. An LED indicator shows whether the heating plate is switched on.

Available With or Without Power Dimmer

The contact heating plate is available in two versions:

• Without power dimmer: The heating plate operates at its normal heating power. The warmth received by the chicks can be adjusted by changing the height of the plate.

• With power dimmer: In addition to height adjustment, the electrical heating power can be adapted to the chicks' needs using a 6-level dimmer.

As the chicks grow older and require less warmth, the heating power can be reduced accordingly. The version with a dimmer therefore allows more flexible heat control and can help save additional electricity at lower power settings.

Product Features

• Large contact heating plate for up to approximately 60 chicks, depending on species and size

• Natural heating principle inspired by a mother hen

• Low power consumption of up to 56 watts

• Large 60 × 40 cm heating surface

• Direct heat transfer through the heated underside

• Underside temperature of approximately 50 °C

• Four conveniently height-adjustable legs

• Robust construction made predominantly from temperature-resistant ABS plastic

• Insulating design to reduce heat loss

• Integrated temperature and electrical resistance protection

• LED power indicator

• No additional visible light emission

• Suitable for rearing chicks of various poultry species

• Available with or without a 6-level power dimmer

Technical Specifications

• Product type: Contact heating plate for chick rearing

• Dimensions: 60 × 40 cm

• Power consumption: max. 56 watts

• Operating voltage: 220–240 V

• Material: Predominantly ABS plastic

• Underside temperature: approx. 50 °C

• Capacity: up to approx. 60 chicks, depending on species, size and age

• Height adjustment: Four adjustable legs

• Power indicator: LED

• Power control: Optional 6-level power dimmer

• Pack size: 1 piece

Scope of Delivery

• 1 contact heating plate, 60 × 40 cm, max. 56 watts

• 4 height-adjustable legs

• Power cable with mains plug

• 1 additional power dimmer if the corresponding version is selected

Instructions for Use

Place the heating plate on a level, stable surface in the rearing area. Adjust the height so that the chicks can touch the heated underside with their backs without being confined.

Regularly observe the chicks' behaviour and adjust the height and, if applicable, the heating power according to their warmth requirements. Chicks must always be able to leave the area underneath the plate freely. Ensure that all chicks have sufficient space and do not have to crowd together beneath the plate.

The contact heating plate is designed to provide targeted warmth through direct contact. It does not replace an adequate ambient temperature in an excessively cold rearing room.

Protect electrical components from moisture and damage. Disconnect the power supply and allow the heating plate to cool completely before cleaning. Follow the enclosed operating and safety instructions.