{"product_id":"okkobi-18-egg-incubator-18-egg-capacity-automatic-turning-humidity-control-360-view","title":"OKKÖBI 18 Egg Incubator — 18-egg Capacity, Automatic Turning \u0026 Humidity Control, 360° View","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe OKKÖBI 18 Egg Incubator is a counter-top hatching system that automates temperature, humidity, and egg turning while giving a clear 360° view and built-in candler for easy monitoring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're hatching a small flock at home, running a classroom project, or experimenting with different poultry species, this compact incubator balances precise environmental control and simple operation. It holds multiple egg sizes with two interchangeable trays, maintains steady humidity through external refill bottles, and alerts you if temperature drifts—so you spend less time fussing and more time observing development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the incubator maintain stable temperature and safety?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature is user-set between 68°F and 104°F and distributed evenly by an internal fan to avoid hot or cold spots. If the internal thermometer shifts beyond a ±2°F margin, a loud audible alarm notifies you so corrective steps can be taken quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDigital control lets you choose exact target temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in circulation fan ensures uniform heat around eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomatic alarm triggers when temperature deviates by more than 2°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear dome helps you visually confirm steady conditions without opening the lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat humidity features help eggs hatch successfully?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dual external bottle system maintains humidity without frequently opening the unit, reducing disturbance to developing embryos. The ventilation switch provides quick manual adjustments so you can raise or lower moisture to match the species and stage of incubation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo removable external water bottles auto-refill as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVent control lets you fine-tune airflow and internal humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimizes lid openings that cause moisture loss and temperature swings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear dome allows visual checks of condensation patterns and humidity effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the automatic egg-turning work and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe incubator provides automatic, gentle turning at selectable intervals (60, 120, or 180 minutes), ensuring embryos receive even warmth and preventing membranes from sticking to shell walls. Turning stops four days before expected hatch, mirroring natural brooding behavior and preparing chicks for pipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChoose 60, 120, or 180-minute turn cycles depending on preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMechanism turns eggs gently to avoid stress or vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurning function automatically halts four days before hatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne-tray operation simplifies switching between species trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I monitor development without disturbing eggs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated egg candler and transparent dome let you inspect embryo progress without removing eggs. The bright built-in light reveals internal growth stages so you can candled-test viability and watch key milestones while keeping the microclimate stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in candler light exposes embryo silhouettes for routine checks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e360° clear view lets multiple observers watch simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisual monitoring reduces the need to open the lid and alter conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for educational demonstrations, hobbyists, and small-scale breeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The OKKÖBI 18 Egg Incubator fits hobby farmers, classroom science programs, backyard poultry keepers, and small breeders who need a reliable, easy-to-use incubator that accommodates different egg sizes. It’s especially useful for users who want automated controls with built-in safety alerts, hands-off humidity management, and the ability to visually follow development without frequent handling. Included interchangeable trays support chickens, ducks, geese, quail, and other small birds, while the five-year protection gives extra confidence for long-term projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey practical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e the unit supports 18 chicken eggs (or 40 quail\/pigeon\/parrot eggs) on the small-egg tray and 8 larger eggs (duck or goose) on the large-egg tray, uses external refill bottles to stabilize humidity, and features a temperature alarm and automatic turning cycles. Trays are not dishwasher-safe; follow cleaning guidelines in the manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many eggs can the OKKÖBI 18 incubator hold?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It holds 18 chicken eggs or 40 quail\/pigeon eggs on the small-egg tray, and 8 duck\/goose eggs on the large-egg tray (one tray used at a time).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the incubator automatically control humidity?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, the dual external bottles help maintain steady humidity without opening the lid; a vent switch lets you fine-tune moisture manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"OKKÖBI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56832540016980,"sku":"B0FB3YG9RG","price":76.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/okkobi-incubator-front-view.jpg?v=1787030875","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/okkobi-18-egg-incubator-18-egg-capacity-automatic-turning-humidity-control-360-view","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}