{"product_id":"portasol-3-tip-cordless-gas-dehorner-for-livestock","title":"Portasol 3 Tip Cordless Gas Dehorner for Livestock","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePortasol Dehorner 3 Tip - Cordless Gas Disbudding Iron\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Portasol Dehorner 3 Tip is a gas-powered, cordless dehorning iron supplied with three interchangeable tips. It is made for livestock farmers, smallholders and stock handlers who need to disbud young stock in a crush, pen or field without mains electricity, a generator or a trailing cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest for anyone working away from a power point: the gas heat source means the tool travels with you, and the three-tip system lets you match the head to the size of the bud being treated. You will find it alongside our other yard and stock equipment in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stable-yard-equipment\"\u003estable and yard equipment collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCordless gas operation\u003c\/strong\u003e - works independently of mains power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree interchangeable tips\u003c\/strong\u003e - flexibility across different animals and bud sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully portable\u003c\/strong\u003e - carry it to the crush, pen, shed or field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-held balance\u003c\/strong\u003e - designed for controlled single-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrish made\u003c\/strong\u003e - from an established gas tool manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortasol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDehorner, 3 Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCordless gas-powered disbudding iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTips included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 interchangeable tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgrihealth \/ livestock equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIreland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the manufacturer instructions supplied with the unit before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect and fit the tip that suits the animal and bud size, with the tool cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill with gas and ignite following the supplied instructions, in a well-ventilated area away from bedding and straw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the tip to reach working temperature before starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestrain the animal safely and work with a competent assistant where needed, following current welfare and legal requirements including any rules on anaesthesia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch off, allow the unit to cool fully, wipe the tip clean and store dry, away from heat and combustible material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Portasol Dehorner need mains electricity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a cordless gas-powered tool, so it can be used in crushes, pens, sheds and fields with no mains supply, generator or battery pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many tips are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree interchangeable tips are supplied, so the head can be matched to the size of the bud being treated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat animals is it used on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a disbudding iron for young livestock such as calves, goat kids and lambs. Always follow the welfare and legal requirements that apply to the species and the age of the animal in your country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to be trained or use anaesthesia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisbudding and dehorning are regulated procedures. Check the current rules in your country on operator competence, permitted ages and the use of local anaesthesia, and speak to your vet if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I change the tips safely?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwitch the unit off and allow it to cool completely before removing or fitting a tip. 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