How many eggs does a GQF 1202 hold?

Total Capacity with plastic trays: 270 chicken eggs,1368 Quail Eggs (set and hatch 250 per week) or 216 larger eggs, such as duck, etc.

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What temperature should a still air incubator be?

102o F.
The temperature in this “still-air” incubator is measured using a thermometer with the bulb positioned at the same level as the top of the incubating eggs. The recommended temperature in this type incubator is 102o F.

What should the humidity be in a still air incubator?

The relative humidity of the air within an incubator for the first 18 days should be able 60 percent. During the last 3 days (the hatching period) the relative humidity should be nearer 65-70 percent.

What happens if there is too much humidity in an incubator?

High humidity tends to produce a late hatch; low humidity an early hatch. Do not turn the eggs the last three days of incubation. The embryos are moving into hatching position and do not need to be turned.

Why might you choose a forced air incubator over a still air incubator?

Circulated air incubators, also known as forced air incubators, have built-in fans that continually circulate air to maintain sufficient oxygen and keep the temperature even. They are more expensive than still-air incubators but produce a better hatch rate.

Why might you choose a forced air incubator over a still-air incubator?

What happens if an incubator is too humid?

The humidity should be raised during the last three days of incubation. Adding another water pan or a wet sponge helps to do this. Embryos need considerable moisture to hatch properly and easily. High humidity tends to produce a late hatch; low humidity an early hatch.

A room temperature of 70-80 degrees F. is ideal, and fresh air without drafts is necessary.

How many eggs does a GQF incubator hold?

Each turning rack holds approximately 496 Quail Eggs, or 118 Chukar or Pheasant, or 90 small Chicken Eggs, or 40 Goose Eggs (not over 33/4” overall height), or 60 Duck Eggs. Easy to use Digital settings. Large capacity- perfect for continual hatching rotation!

The relative humidity of the air within an incubator should be about 60 percent. During the last 3 days (the hatching period) the relative humidity should be nearer 65-70 percent.

How do I lower the humidity in my GQF incubator?

So how do I control it? Most incubators come with a simple way to manage the humidity level. Most of these ways have to do with adding water to built-in water trays on the bottom of the incubator. They may have several different trays so the more of them you fill, the more moisture there will be in the air.

Are still air incubators successful?

With a bit of planning and care during incubation, you can have a great hatch with a still air incubator. Successful still air egg incubation requires starting with fresh, unwashed fertile eggs and monitoring the incubator for temperature and humidity through out the incubation period.

Which is the best incubator to buy?

The Best 5 Chicken Egg Incubators

Editor’s Picks	Brand	Our Rating
Best With Automatic Turner	Manna Pro Egg Incubator	4.5
Best Small Incubator	Magicfly Mini Incubator	4.4
Manual Turner	Brinsea Manual Egg Incubator	4.0
Best Value	Farm Innovators Incubator	3.5

How often does a GQF incubator turn?

This is the automatic turning position. Be sure that the egg trays are fully pushed in so that they do not obstruct the racks from turning before putting the switch in the automatic position. The switch must be in the automatic position in order for the incubator to turn the eggs every two hours automatically.

Is 70 humidity too high for incubator?

During hatching the humidity should be at least 60% RH, and in order to keep the humidity stable it is recommended to keep the lid on the incubator at all times. If the lid is lifted after a chick has hatched the humidity will immediately drop which could cause other chicks to become shrink wrapped.

Can you have too much humidity in an incubator?

High humidity tends to produce a late hatch; low humidity an early hatch. Do not turn the eggs the last three days of incubation.

How many eggs can you hatch in a 1202 incubator?

For maximum production capacity up to three #1202 incubators can be paired with one #1550 hatcher. Total Capacity with plastic trays: 270 chicken eggs,1368 Quail Eggs (set and hatch 250 per week) or 216 larger eggs, such as duck, etc.

Can I use a 1202 thermostat with a 1200 series?

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What kind of air incubator do you use to hatch eggs?

We have for sale a GQF Circulated Air Incubator. 110 Volt, 280 Watt, 3 AMP, Model 1202. We acquired it last season and hatched eggs with it. It looks to have been used quite a bit but is in perfect working condition. It includes an egg turner and has a fan to keep the air circulating.

How many eggs does a GQF 1202 hold?