Portasol Dehorner III

The perfect tool for dehorning herds of young calves and goats that are 3-8 weeks old. Removing the pre-emergent (debudding) is the most humane and efficient way to eliminate horn tissue in calves. This method of dehorning simultaneously kills horn growth and controls bleeding by cauterizing the blood vessels while minimizing potential infection. Designed for and by farmers and veterinary surgeons. Portasol III makes it possible to dehorn and debud anywhere, in the field, pen, and in the barn. Length: 9-3/8 in. Operating time: 45 minutes. Tip temperature: 1,200° F. Refill time: 20 seconds. For trouble-free performance we highly recommend using quadruple refined gas like our butane refill (C14240N) order separately . Unit equipped with 5/8 in. (15mm) tip.