Premier Chick Brooder Heating Plate - 16" x 24" A heating plate simulates a hen keeping chicks warm beneath her feathers. Warms up to 50 chicks. Uses only 66 watts/hr. Chicks stay warm by contact with the warm underside of the plate. The bottom-side surface of the heating plate is approximately 125 degrees when fully warmed. Height easily adjusts from 1.5" - 6" using adjustable legs to accommodate the size of your chicks.