A scalder holds water at a steady temperature so feathers release evenly, batch after batch. A 13 to 15 gallon tank fits one to three chickens at a time; a 4 gallon tank is for quail. Heater power per gallon decides how quickly the water heats and recovers after cold birds go in, and a tank that reaches 180 F also works for shrink bags.
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- Rite Farm PRO240US 15 Gal Scalder#1 of 5Full review
The 240 V version of the Rite Farm 15-gallon scalder, with a 3,000 W element for faster heating. It suits a shop or barn with a 240 V circuit.
Amazon $519.99$519.9915 gal3,000 W- - Stromberg's 14.5 Gal Scalder#2 of 5Full review
A stainless 14.5-gallon scalder with a basket, drain and lid included, for one or two chickens at a time. Buy it from Stromberg’s or Mann Lake, not the pricier Amazon listing.
Amazon $599.99$599.9914.5 gal-- - Rite Farm PRO120US 15 Gal Scalder#3 of 5Full review
A 15-gallon digital scalder that plugs into a household 120 V outlet on a 20 A circuit, for two or three chickens at a time.
Amazon $499.99$499.9915 gal2,000 W- - Rite Farm Pro Texas Quail Scalder#4 of 5Full review
A small welded-aluminum scalder for quail, doves and pigeons, with a skimmer included.
Amazon $349.99$349.994 gal1,000 W- - Roots & Harvest 13 Gal Scalder#5 of 5Full review
A double-wall stainless 13-gallon scalder with a wide thermostat range and a drain spigot, for one or two chickens at a time.
Amazon $499.71$499.7113 gal1,500 W-
