In aquaculture, the McDonald-type incubation bottle is equipment used for fish egg incubation under controlled conditions, particularly for salmonids. Here is a technical and functional description.
Universal transparent plastic incubation bottle for hatching the eggs of salmonids, cyprinids, sturgeon, catfish, tilapia, and other species. After hatching, the upper grid can be removed to allow the fry to be released. Custom system available with 4, 8, or 16 incubators, 30/24 mm connection.
| Models | Reference | Info. | Capacity | Water flow | Lenght - Width - Height | Weight(kg) |
| 1 | C0032000 | MC-I (8 Liter) | 40.000 | ~4 l/min. | ø160-460 | 1.1 |
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| 2 | C0032100 | MC-SYSTEM - 4x | 160.000 | ~16l/min. | 1500-600-2000 | 44 |
| 3 | C0032200 | MC-SYSTEM - 8x | 320.000 | ~32l/min. | 2400-600-2000 | 88 |
| 4 | C0032300 | MC-SYSTEM - 16x | 640.000 | ~64l/min. | 2400-600-2000 | 105 |
Main function:
Allows fish egg incubation with a continuous upward water flow that keeps the eggs gently in motion, preventing clumping and ensuring high embryo survival.
Design:
Conical shape: the narrow bottom promotes a steady and uniform water flow.
Materials: typically glass or clear plastic for easy monitoring.
Water inlet at the bottom and overflow outlet at the top.
Advantages:
Uniform incubation with optimal oxygenation.
Reduces risk of fungus growth and embryo mortality.
Easy to clean and monitor.
Applications:
Incubation of salmonid eggs (trout, salmon).
Adaptable to other species requiring gentle upward water flow.