IncuStat™ Advanced for IncuKit XL

IncuStat Advanced for IncuKit XL. This device lets you add a sophisticated control module to your cabinet (or larger-style) egg incubator. This is designed to control the temperature, air circulation and automatic turner motors in your incubator.

Key features
- On/Off Thermostat
- Comes pre-set to 100 degrees F (easily adjustable, if desired)
- Electronically controlled
- Digital display
- Controls the heater, fan and egg turner motors (it is not required to use this module to control all accessories, if you desire not to)
- Hatch Day Counter
- Thermostat can be calibrated
- 110/120v power input (Standard US Power)
- Remote sensor for accurate temperature reading
- Easily mounts onto your incubator
- Maximum heater wattage: 300 watts total (see note below if you need more power)

NOTE: if your incubator needs more power than 300 watts, you have the option of using a heater that is always on in order to bump up the entire wattage inside the incubator. For example, if you think you will need about 350 watts for your incubator, you can put a 60-watt light bulb inside the incubator that is always on. Then when the heater that you are regulating with the thermostat is on, you will have enough power in your incubator. Feel free to contact us if you would like further clarification about this option. 

What is the difference between a proportional thermostat and an on/off thermostat?

A non proportional (on/off) thermostat turns the heater on at full power when the temperature drops below the set point, and shuts it off completely once the target temperature is reached. This simple, tried and true approach works very well in most incubator set ups, especially when the incubator is well insulated. It's a great choice for DIY incubators because it's easy to set up, easy to adjust, and reliably keeps temperatures in a safe range for hatching. A proportional thermostat, by comparison, constantly adjusts the power to the heater depending on how close it is to the target temperature. While that can reduce temperature swings slightly, the added complexity often isn't needed.

Motor control: 

This unit also features a built in motor control function, programmed to turn on for 13 seconds every 2 hours. This is ideal for automatic egg turning in many DIY incubator setups. Please note: This timing is pre-programmed and not adjustable.