Lamb Heat Lamp Thermostat Controller

The Lamb Heat Lamp Thermostat Controller is a compact temperature-controlled electrical outlet designed to switch compatible livestock heaters on and off automatically according to ambient air temperature. It can be used with heat lamps in lambing sheds, kidding pens and other cold-weather livestock areas where supplementary heating is required only when temperatures fall below a preset level.

The reference cold-weather controller switches connected equipment on when ambient temperature falls below approximately 35°F (2°C) and switches it off at approximately 45°F (7°C). This automatic switching helps reduce unnecessary power consumption while eliminating repeated manual operation of the heater.

This type of controller is particularly suitable for frost-protection and cold-weather livestock heating applications. It should be distinguished from an adjustable brooder thermostat: the reference unit uses fixed switching temperatures rather than allowing the operator to select a precise lamb-level target temperature.

• Automatic Temperature Switching: Turns connected heating equipment on and off according to surrounding air temperature.
• Cold-Weather Activation: Reference configuration switches on below approximately 35°F (2°C).
• Automatic Shut-Off: Reference configuration switches off at approximately 45°F (7°C).
• Heat Lamp Compatible: Suitable for compatible livestock heat lamps within the controller's electrical rating.
• Dual Receptacle Design: Two electrical outlets allow compatible heating devices to be connected from one controller.
• Plug-and-Use Installation: Connects directly to a compatible grounded electrical outlet without a separate wall-mounted control panel.
• Energy-Saving Operation: Heating equipment operates only when ambient conditions reach the switching threshold.
• Compact Housing: Requires little installation space and can be incorporated into existing livestock heating systems.
• Farm Application: Suitable for lambing sheds, kidding barns, poultry areas, pump rooms and other temperature-sensitive agricultural applications.

The controller is installed between the mains electrical outlet and the livestock heat lamp. Its internal thermostat continuously responds to the ambient temperature around the controller.

When temperature falls below the lower switching point, the controller energizes its output receptacles and supplies power to the connected heat lamp. When ambient temperature rises to the upper switching point, electrical output is interrupted automatically.

The difference between the switch-on and switch-off temperatures prevents rapid repeated cycling around a single temperature point and provides simple automatic cold-weather heater control.

Because the sensor is integrated into the controller body, the unit should be positioned where the surrounding air temperature reasonably represents the area that requires frost or cold-weather protection. It is not intended to measure the surface temperature directly beneath an infrared lamp.

Electrical specifications must match the local power supply and connected heating equipment. Alternative voltage or control configurations should be confirmed before ordering.

• Cold-weather lamb heat lamp control
• Lambing sheds and maternity pens
• Goat kidding barns
• Young livestock recovery areas
• Poultry brooding and auxiliary heating areas
• Livestock water-system freeze protection
• Unheated equipment rooms and pump houses
• Commercial goat-farming-equipment/" target="_blank" class="keylink">sheep and goat farms
• Livestock equipment retrofit projects
• Steel-structure farm buildings requiring automatic cold-weather auxiliary heating control

• Alternative controller types according to required switching temperature
• Voltage configuration according to local electrical standards, available upon request
• Plug and socket format according to destination market
• Single- or multiple-heater control layouts according to project requirements
• Adjustable thermostat controllers available for applications requiring selectable temperature settings
• Heat lamp, infrared bulb and controller package available upon request
• OEM and private-label packaging options
• Complete livestock heating layouts designed according to local climate and farm conditions

Installation:

1. Confirm that the controller voltage, plug configuration and current rating match the electrical supply and connected heat lamp.
2. Position the controller where ambient air temperature represents the area requiring cold-weather protection.
3. Plug the thermostat controller into a compatible grounded electrical outlet.
4. Connect the heat lamp or approved heating device to one of the controller receptacles.
5. Keep electrical connections protected from animals, bedding, excessive moisture and physical damage.
6. Secure the heat lamp independently according to the lamp manufacturer's installation instructions.
7. Test system operation before relying on the controller during low-temperature conditions.

Maintenance:

• Inspect the plug, receptacles and housing regularly for cracking, overheating or mechanical damage.
• Keep the controller clean and free from heavy dust, bedding and organic contamination.
• Do not exceed the rated electrical load of the controller.
• Remove damaged electrical equipment from service immediately.
• Test switching operation before the start of each cold-weather or lambing season.
• Electrical installation in livestock buildings should comply with applicable local electrical and agricultural facility requirements.

Q1: At what temperature does the reference controller turn on?

The reference cold-weather model turns connected equipment on when ambient temperature falls below approximately 35°F (2°C).

Q2: At what temperature does it turn off?

The reference configuration switches power off when ambient temperature reaches approximately 45°F (7°C).

Q3: Can it be used with an infrared lamb heat lamp?

Yes, provided the heat lamp's voltage and current draw are within the controller's electrical rating. The reference supplier specifically lists heat lamps as a compatible application.

Q4: Can I set my own temperature?

Not on the reference fixed-temperature controller. It uses predetermined switch-on and switch-off temperatures. An adjustable thermostat should be selected when precise user-defined temperature control is required.

Q5: Is this a precise thermostat for maintaining lamb body temperature?

No. It senses ambient air temperature and switches electrical equipment accordingly. Lamb condition, bedding temperature and heat-lamp height must still be managed separately.

Q6: Can two heat lamps be connected?

The reference controller has two receptacles, but the combined electrical load of all connected devices must remain within the controller's maximum current rating.

Q7: Does automatic control help save electricity?

Yes. The controller switches heating equipment off automatically after ambient temperature rises above the upper threshold, reducing unnecessary continuous operation.

Q8: Is the reference unit suitable for 220-240V farms?

The reference Thermo Cube configuration is rated for 120 V. A compatible 220-240 V thermostat controller must be selected for markets using that electrical standard.

Q9: Can it replace safe heat-lamp installation practices?

No. Heat lamps must still be securely suspended, protected from livestock contact and kept away from combustible bedding and building materials.

Q10: Can SHEWUYOU supply a controller for other voltage or temperature requirements?

Yes. Alternative voltage, plug, switching-temperature and adjustable thermostat configurations can be supplied according to project requirements.