What type of iron is best for freeze branding?
copper alloy
Irons suitable for freeze branding are often made of copper alloy. Brass, stainless steel, and aluminum irons may also be used, but the copper irons tend to be most effective.
How do you freeze branding irons?
Clip the brand location using surgical clippers to ensure good contact between the iron and the hide. Brush the brand location a second time to remove loose hair. Saturate the brand location with 95 percent to 99 percent isopropyl alcohol (use a spray bottle or sponge). Apply the brand immediately.
What are freeze branding irons made of?
brass
All Freeze brands are made of solid brass designed for freeze branding.
How much dry ice do I need for freeze branding?
One gallon of alcohol and 20 pounds of dry ice will brand approximately 20 head of cattle in most situations. If planning to work a full day, then 50 to 75 pounds of dry ice will be needed. Image 1: Typical freeze branding irons.
What is needed for freeze branding?
Supplies needed for freeze branding with dry ice and alcohol include: a cattle working facility with an area to restrain individual animals (squeeze chute), freeze branding irons, a plastic or Styrofoam (not metal) ice chest, dry ice, denatured alcohol, clippers and a source of electricity to run them, a spray bottle.
How long should the handle be on a branding iron?
approximately 4 feet long
Every branding iron should be constructed with good quality steel, heavy enough to hold heat. Handles should be made from 1/2 inch rod and be approximately 4 feet long from the head of the iron to the handle loop.
What material is used for branding iron?
Some branded marks are done with a handheld iron and, for efficiency, electric tools designed to be mounted in a drill press are used. There’s an array of products made of materials such as wood, plastics, leather, suede, cork, and card stock that are branded for identification and promotional purposes.