Philips Infrared Heat Lamp Bulb for Livestock
Description
Philips Infrared Heat Lamp Bulb — Reliable Warmth for Foals, Lambs and Chicks
The Philips Heat Lamp Bulb is a replacement infrared bulb that fits standard livestock heat lamp holders and provides radiant warmth for young, sick or chilled animals. It is best for yards, smallholdings and farms that need targeted heat over a foaling box, lambing pen, farrowing crate, poultry brooder or whelping area.
Because infrared heat warms the animal and the bedding directly instead of heating the air, it works well in draughty barns and open-fronted stables where conventional heaters are wasted. Fit it into a guarded heat lamp holder, suspend it safely above the pen, and you have a simple, controllable source of warmth through the coldest part of the year.
Key Features
- Radiant infrared output — heats animals and bedding directly rather than the surrounding air
- Straight replacement bulb — for standard livestock and poultry heat lamp fittings
- Broad livestock use — foals, lambs, calves, piglets, kids, chicks, ducklings, puppies and small pets
- Practical on the yard — suited to stables, farrowing pens, brooders, kennels and whelping boxes
- Recognised manufacturer — Philips is a long-established name in lighting
Specifications
| Brand | Philips |
|---|---|
| Product type | Infrared heat lamp bulb |
| Category | Agrihealth / animal husbandry |
| Supplied as | Replacement bulb (heat lamp fitting sold separately) |
| Typical applications | Foaling, lambing, farrowing, brooding, whelping, drying off chilled stock |
| Country of origin | China |
How to Use
- Check the bulb for chips or cracks and make sure your heat lamp holder is in sound condition with an intact protective guard.
- Switch off and isolate the power supply, then fit the bulb into the holder with clean, dry hands.
- Suspend the lamp from a chain or wire — never by the cable — at the height advised by the fitting manufacturer.
- Position the lamp so animals can move away into a cooler part of the pen if they become too warm.
- Keep the bulb well clear of straw, hay, cobwebs and any other combustible material, and route the cable out of reach of livestock.
- Switch on and monitor the animals for the first hour, adjusting the height to suit their behaviour.
- Allow the bulb to cool completely before moving, cleaning or replacing it.
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FAQ
What animals can this heat lamp bulb be used for?
It is commonly used for foals, lambs, calves, piglets, goat kids, chicks, ducklings and puppies, as well as sick or chilled adult animals that need extra warmth.
Does the bulb come with a heat lamp fitting?
No. This is supplied as a replacement bulb. You will need a compatible heat lamp holder with a protective guard, bought separately.
How high should the lamp be hung?
Follow the height stated by the manufacturer of your heat lamp fitting, then fine-tune based on the animals. Stock huddled directly under the lamp usually need it lower; animals pressed to the edges of the pen suggest it is too low.
Why choose infrared rather than a fan heater?
Infrared warms the animal and bedding directly, so it stays effective in draughty barns and open stables where warmed air is quickly lost.
Is it safe to use over straw bedding?
Only with a guarded fitting, securely suspended well above the bedding and checked regularly. Never rest the lamp on bedding and keep it clear of hay, straw and cobwebs.
When should the bulb be replaced?
Replace it immediately if the glass is cracked, chipped or damaged, or if the lamp flickers or fails to light. Inspect bulbs, holders and cables before each foaling or lambing season.
About Philips
Philips is a long-established lighting manufacturer with a broad range of lamps used in homes, businesses and agricultural buildings. Its infrared heat lamp bulbs are a familiar choice on yards and farms where dependable warmth is needed for young and vulnerable animals.