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Brooder Heat Plate
Engineered to replicate the natural warmth of a mother hen, this brooder plate delivers gentle, even heat while allowing chicks to find their own comfort zone. Designed in Holland by OLBA, the Comfort Brooder Plate is suitable for all poultry chicks, from tiny quail to ducklings and chickens.
Why choose a Comfort brooder plate over a heat lamp?
Detailed comparison Heat pad Vs Heatlamp (Click to view)
• Safe design – No exposed bulbs, greatly reducing fire risk. Features a double safety system (temperature fuse & resistance fuse) with a factory-fitted Australian plug.
• Energy efficient – High-quality insulation saves up to 75% on electricity costs compared to a ceramic heat lamp.
• Adjustable height – Strong, easy-to-use legs adjust from 5 cm to 15 cm (from ground to underside of plate), ensuring the perfect temperature for growing chicks.
• Built to last – Made from durable ABS plastic with a much longer lifespan than traditional heat lamps. Easy to clean and sanitise after each use.
• Encourages natural behaviour – Chicks snuggle under the plate just as they would under a mother hen.
• Calm & well-rested chicks – A dark environment under the plate allows chicks to rest properly.
Over the years, we’ve trialled multiple brands of brooder plates. While they all serve their purpose, we prefer the Comfort brand because of its solid construction, simple height adjustment, and cap-sealed legs.
Although a brooder plate may seem like a bigger upfront investment compared to a heat lamp, in reality it often works out cheaper in the long run:
