Poultry Feeders
Choosing the right chicken feeder is crucial for ensuring your poultry have consistent access to fresh feed. Dine-A-Chook offers premium feeders designed to simplify poultry care and increase efficiency. This guide will detail the differences between our feeder models to help you select the ideal feeder for your needs.
Feeder Models and Specifications
Available Sizes
- 3.5 Litre Feeder: 535mm high, holds approximately 2.6kg of feed.
- 4.7 Litre Feeder: 730mm high, holds approximately 3.7kg of feed.
Both models operate the same way, with the only difference being their height, which affects feed capacity.
Choosing the Right Size
Select a feeder based on the space available and the height at which it will be mounted:
- Space Limitations: The 3.5 Litre Feeder is suitable for coops with limited vertical space, such as small chicken tractors or compact imported coops.
- Mounting Requirements: Feeders should be mounted at least 50mm off the ground. Each comes with three hooks, but only the top and bottom hooks are used for mounting. The middle hook supports modular design and part interchangeability.
Color Options
- White: Cheaper due to lower cost materials.
- Red: More expensive due to higher cost pigments, but preferred for its vibrant color.
Color does not impact feeder functionality or capacity.
Feeder Capacity and Management
A single feeder suffices for 6-8 chickens under typical conditions, impacting refill frequency:
- Refill Frequency: A 3.5 Litre Feeder lasts about 4-5 days, while a 4.7 Litre Feeder can last about 6-7 days, depending on feed type and chicken requirements.
- Recommended Feed: High-quality feeds like Laucke Mills Showbird Breeder MP and Red Hen 17, which are consumed at a rate of about 90 grams per bird per day. Cheaper grain mixes might increase consumption to 140-160 grams per bird per day due to nutritional deficiencies.
Installation Kits and Warranty
Each feeder includes:
- 2 x Steel Mounting Brackets
- 4 x Self-Tapping Screws, suitable for timber and light gauge sheet metal
For wire mesh mounting, purchase a separate Wire Mesh Mounting Kit, which includes washers and bolts for secure installation.
Warranty
All Dine-A-Chook feeders are backed by a 3-year warranty covering materials and workmanship defects, ensuring long-term reliability and satisfaction.
Australian Made
Supporting local employment and Australian manufacturing, all proprietary parts of our feeders are manufactured in Brisbane, Queensland, and hand-assembled in Townsville, Queensland. Opting for our feeders supports the Australian economy and assures quality.
Conclusion
The right Dine-A-Chook feeder will depend on your specific needs, such as coop size and number of chickens. Our feeders are easy to use, durable, and enhance feeding efficiency while keeping feed clean. Choose the appropriate size to ensure your chickens are well-fed, healthy, and happy.
Choose Dine-A-Chook today for simplicity and effective poultry feeding solutions!
Further Assistance
If you have any questions or need help with your purchase, please contact us:
- Email: support@dineachook.com.au
- Phone: 1800 103 326
Message Our Support Team on WhatsApp
We're here to help you make the best choice for your poultry needs.
Choosing the right chicken feeder is crucial for ensuring your poultry have consistent access to fresh feed. Dine-A-Chook offers premium feeders designed to simplify poultry care and increase efficiency. This guide will detail the differences between our feeder models to help you select the ideal feeder for your needs.
Feeder Models and Specifications
Available Sizes
- 3.5 Litre Feeder: 535mm high, holds approximately 2.6kg of feed.
- 4.7 Litre Feeder: 730mm high, holds approximately 3.7kg of feed.
Both models operate the same way, with the only difference being their height, which affects feed capacity.
Choosing the Right Size
Select a feeder based on the space available and the height at which it will be mounted:
- Space Limitations: The 3.5 Litre Feeder is suitable for coops with limited vertical space, such as small chicken tractors or compact imported coops.
- Mounting Requirements: Feeders should be mounted at least 50mm off the ground. Each comes with three hooks, but only the top and bottom hooks are used for mounting. The middle hook supports modular design and part interchangeability.
Color Options
- White: Cheaper due to lower cost materials.
- Red: More expensive due to higher cost pigments, but preferred for its vibrant color.
Color does not impact feeder functionality or capacity.
Feeder Capacity and Management
A single feeder suffices for 6-8 chickens under typical conditions, impacting refill frequency:
- Refill Frequency: A 3.5 Litre Feeder lasts about 4-5 days, while a 4.7 Litre Feeder can last about 6-7 days, depending on feed type and chicken requirements.
- Recommended Feed: High-quality feeds like Laucke Mills Showbird Breeder MP and Red Hen 17, which are consumed at a rate of about 90 grams per bird per day. Cheaper grain mixes might increase consumption to 140-160 grams per bird per day due to nutritional deficiencies.
Installation Kits and Warranty
Each feeder includes:
- 2 x Steel Mounting Brackets
- 4 x Self-Tapping Screws, suitable for timber and light gauge sheet metal
For wire mesh mounting, purchase a separate Wire Mesh Mounting Kit, which includes washers and bolts for secure installation.
Warranty
All Dine-A-Chook feeders are backed by a 3-year warranty covering materials and workmanship defects, ensuring long-term reliability and satisfaction.
Australian Made
Supporting local employment and Australian manufacturing, all proprietary parts of our feeders are manufactured in Brisbane, Queensland, and hand-assembled in Townsville, Queensland. Opting for our feeders supports the Australian economy and assures quality.
Conclusion
The right Dine-A-Chook feeder will depend on your specific needs, such as coop size and number of chickens. Our feeders are easy to use, durable, and enhance feeding efficiency while keeping feed clean. Choose the appropriate size to ensure your chickens are well-fed, healthy, and happy.
Choose Dine-A-Chook today for simplicity and effective poultry feeding solutions!
Further Assistance
If you have any questions or need help with your purchase, please contact us:
- Email: support@dineachook.com.au
- Phone: 1800 103 326
Message Our Support Team on WhatsApp
We're here to help you make the best choice for your poultry needs.
