New Queen Incubator Build

The parts list for the build is as follows:
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Heater Controller
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www.amazon.com/Inkbird-Max-12...
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Heating Element
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www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
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Socket
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www.amazon.com/GE-Porcelain-L...
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Extension Cord (Used to wire the socket)
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Power Strip
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www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-6...
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Circulation Fan
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www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
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12V Power Supply (Supply power to fan)
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www.amazon.com/TMEZON-Power-A...

[@garydungelman6530]

Nice of you to drop in

[@PhillipHall01]

SteveO you and your Son did a GREAT job..... I used to do a little Taxidermy work myself.
As far as the incubator let me tell you what route I went with. I use a chicken egg incubator. Lightweight and easy to maneuver. I use 20 count, queen cell holding bars, X 10 placed evenly on the bottom of the incubator for a total of 200 cells per cycle. Love it! If you would like to know more I will be happy to reveal.
I am not taking away from you and your sons project, yall did good!! Keep up the good work.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Thanks Phillip my plan is to start small and build up as needed.I think is incubator can fit 200 if i were to use roller cages.Good luck with yer Bees!

[@PhillipHall01]

Thanks SteveO

[@jweaver7170]

Steveo great build. As always comment Fl as hot as it gets a minor modification a new thermostat for the working wine cooler and if to cold then a thermostat for the heating bulb if needed.

[@MrSnapper1d]

Good job SteveO.Only one suggestion. Two bulbs.I have used bulbs for almost 50 years mostly for chickens but queens also.The bulb goes out and you lose everything.A second bulb will save your day.

[@kevindeichmann6755]

Awesome! Looks great. Can't wait to see those queens hatching.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Thanks Kevin I hope to do a graft on the 17 of the month.

[@kevindeichmann6755]

Be sure to let us know if you like the graft tool or not. I haven't tried that kind yet. Not sure if I can keep a steady enough hand or punch through new drawn comb. I would like to try it next year on some black plastic foundation. Keep us posted.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

@@kevindeichmann6755 Hey Kevin i was using that German grafting tool the other day and found it very easy to use and i think it's the only tool for me from now on.

[@marshallbernard3342]

Great Job Steve

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Thanks Marshall!

[@scottpierson7495]

Steve I have the same control unit. Not sure if I like it. I have the little giant incubator think I’m going to need a fan plugged in.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

That unit has been working perfect for me and the fan in the parts list runs slow and is just right for the size of my box.

[@scottpierson7495]

@@stevesoutdoorworld4340 got mine running good now go’s between 91 highest read on thermometer was 95 And about 65% humidity. What you think? Queens going to mating Nuc next Friday. Like I said I’m going to send you one of the daughters from one of super star breeder queens.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

@@scottpierson7495 Thanks Scott i have been running mine at 93 on & 94 off!

[@tsbroke]

Good luck with the queens. I looked into the state requirements. You'll need 60 "European drone colonies" and although it's not specifically stated in the regs, they want you to have an II breeder queen. I think the whole thing is BS. Anyone open mating queens south of Daytona is likely to encounter Africanized drones no matter how many colonies you have.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Isn't it crazy what they are doing!We Beekeepers know what bees we like and we sure as hell don't need the Government getting their nose in our hives.If they want to help us they should help us find land for our bees.Yea breeder Queens what a joke that is! All my Queens are Breeder Queens.The thing is to get their hand in your pocket.Its all Bullshit!

[@commonsensehomestead]

Steve, I probably missed it but what did you use for you incubator body?

[@commonsensehomestead]

Wine cooler, got it.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

@@commonsensehomestead Yes i found it on Craigslist for $40 bucks but i have seen them on c - list for free so keep an eye out.Them wine coolers make great incubators.

[@timrobinette4708]

Hi Steve, what size AC do you need??? Tim- call me

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Hey Tim all i need is a 6000 and i will swing by Home depot today.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Hey Tim Text me your # i lost all my contacts!