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Snapshot Details
- Brand: Weiqian
- Product Type: Egg Incubator
- Model Number: WQ-64
- Power Supply Type: DC
- Tested Maximum Capacity [eggs]: 60
- Average Incubator Air Temperature [C]: 36.7
- Average Power [W]: 74.2
- Retail Price [USD]: 165
Product Information
- Brand
Product brand name as listed on consumer-facing materials, such as product package, nameplate, or product specification sheet Weiqian - Product Type Egg Incubator
- Model Number WQ-64
- Power Supply Type DC
- Manufacturer Dezhou Weigan Import & Export Co., Ltd
- Dimensions [L*W*H in cm] 53*53*28
- Warranty [months] Not stated
- Rated Input Power [W] 80
- Rated Input Voltage [V] 12
- Rated Battery Chemistry Not rated
Capacity
- Rated Maximum Capacity [eggs] 64
- Tested Maximum Capacity [eggs] Maximum number of eggs that will fit in the incubator 60
Temperature Tests
- Average Incubator Air Temperature [C] 36.7
- Incubator Air Temperature Range [C] 32.1-38.0
- Average Egg Surface Temperature [C] 36.2
- Notes About Temperature Tests The set temperature was slightly higher than the measured temperature and much higher than the egg surface temperatures.
Humidity Tests
- Average Humidity [%] 45.8
- Humidity Range [%] 29.7-75.0
- Notes About Humidity Tests Lower humidity was erratic and required constant physical monitoring. A clear guide to regulate humidity should be indicated in the manual.
Energy Performance
- Average Power [W] 74.2
- Power Consumption Range [W] 49.3-106.1
- Average Energy Consumption per Day [W/8h] N/A
Battery Functionality
- Rated Battery Capacity [V] 12
- Rated Battery Voltage [Ah] 200
- Battery Charging and Discharging Functional
- Time until Fully Charged [hours] 5
- Full Battery Run Time [hours] 25
- Battery Voltage [V] 11.8
Functionality
- Automatic Egg Turner Functional
- Notes About Egg Turner Recommend having the incubator capacity to be between 70%-90% for optimal turning.
- Pay-As-You-Go Not tested
- Notes About Pay-As-You-Go Product does not have Pay-As-You-Go capabilities
Packaging Evaluation
- Packaging Rating [good/satisfactory/needs improvement/poor] Not evaluated
- Notes About Packaging Not evaluated
- Included Components User manual, incubator, feeder, drinker, cables, torch, water bottle
- Notes About Labeling and Documentation On the incubator's top, there was a sticker detailing its specifications which contained the incubator size, brand, model, and power consumption details.
Sampling and Testing Information
- Sample Location Nairobi (Kenya)
- Retail Price [USD] 165
- Test Completion Date [MM/DD/YYYY] 8/20/2021
- Test Laboratory Name Kijani Testing
Contact Information
- Company Contact Engoho Kuku Farmer
- Website www.kuku.co.ke
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