How many chicks fit under a K&H brooder plate?
The small K&H Thermo-Poultry Brooder suits up to about 15 chicks. It measures about 34 by 20 cm, with legs that adjust as the birds grow.
Should I use a brooder plate or a heat lamp for chicks?
The short answer
Use a brooder plate if you want chicks to come and go from the warmth in a dark, calm brooder. The K&H Thermo-Poultry Brooder draws 25 watts and suits up to about 15 chicks. Use a heat lamp for more warmth in a colder space: the Little Giant 10.5 inch reflector lamp with a 250-watt red bulb is the standard setup. Pipestone Farm Supply carries both.
- K&H Thermo-Poultry BrooderK&H Thermo-Poultry Brooder, Small 25W$91.99
- Little Giant brooder lampLittle Giant 10.5" Brooder Reflector Lamp$30.99
- Little Giant 250 W red bulbLittle Giant 250 Watt Red Bulb For Brooder Lamp$13.99
- Canarm brooder with guardCanarm HLC-A Infra Red Brooder$33.99
We can get this moving for you quickly, and depending on where you are, your parcel can arrive in as little as 1 to 2 business days once it's on the road. Pickup in Millet, Alberta is free, and shipping is free on orders over $199.99 to most addresses.
What kind of lamp do I need for chicks?
Use a real brooder lamp with a ceramic socket. The Little Giant 10.5 inch reflector lamp is rated to 300 watts and includes a wire guard. Hang it by chain, and treat the clamp as positioning only.
Can I use a heat lamp to brood piglets?
Yes. The Canarm listings name brooding chicks, piglets and other young stock. Use a fixture rated for the wattage, secure it well above the bedding and keep it out of reach of animals.
What should I look for in a brooder lamp?
Look for a ceramic socket, a bulb guard and a rating for your wattage. The Little Giant lamp and the Canarm HLC-A both have a guard for standard infrared bulbs. Pipestone Farm Supply carries both.
Close by? Pipestone Farm Supply is in Millet, Alberta, less than 15 minutes from Leduc and Wetaskiwin and less than 30 minutes from south Edmonton. See drive times from your area.
Updated November 5, 2026 by Pipestone Farm Supply, Millet, Alberta.
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