Infrared Heat Lamps for Pigs

In livestock farming, the terms are often used interchangeably, but infrared lamps are a specific type of heat lamp that convert electrical energy into radiant infrared heat with up to 96% radiant efficiency. Fannon Products' infrared lamps — available in short-wave and medium-wave options — deliver precise, instant heat directly to piglets rather than warming the surrounding air, making them far more energy-efficient than conventional heat lamps for farrowing and brooding applications.

For pig farrowing and brooding, 250W to 500W infrared lamps are most commonly used. The correct wattage depends on ambient barn temperature, pen size, and lamp mounting height. Fannon Products offers lamps from 250W to 6000W+, allowing farmers to select the precise output needed for their specific farrowing setup.

Medium-wave infrared lamps are widely recommended for pig and livestock heating because they emit a gentler, more uniform heat compared to short-wave lamps. Short-wave lamps offer instant response and higher intensity, suitable for spot heating. Fannon Products supplies both types, helping farmers match the right wavelength to their brooding or space heating needs.

Fannon Products' infrared lamps are engineered for 5,000+ hours of service life under normal operating conditions. Lamp longevity in a farm environment depends on proper mounting, protection from moisture or physical damage, and stable voltage supply. Using the correct voltage option — available from 115V to 600V — also significantly extends lamp life.

Fannon Products offers three reflector options: a 24K gold reflector (Goldenrod lamp) that saves approximately 23.5% in energy costs compared to standard lamps, a white oxide reflector for broad, diffused heat distribution, and clear quartz with no reflector for open-field radiant output. For pig farrowing, the gold reflector is particularly cost-effective for continuous 24/7 operation.

Yes, when properly installed at the correct height and with appropriate guards, infrared heat lamps are a safe and widely accepted method for pig brooding. Fannon Products' lamps include reflector options — including 24K gold and white oxide reflectors — that direct heat precisely where needed, minimizing fire risk and energy waste in barn environments.

Fannon Products has been manufacturing infrared lamps since 1957 — nearly 70 years of expertise. Every lamp is American-made and ships from their Michigan facility with 99% secure delivery, serving farms and livestock operations across the USA and globally. Their long manufacturing history makes them a trusted choice for demanding agricultural environments.