The S.I.M. stands for Suspension Incubation Method relating to how the eggs are incubated on a grid off the substrate. This prohibits direct contact with a wet substrate and allows approximately 100% gas exchange between the container environment and the egg membrane. Eggs incubated buried in dampened substrate are subjected to excess water which often results in drowned egg(s). Also in contrast to this, too little water or humidity results in egg dessication.

Eggs incubated in the S.I.M. are surrounded top, bottom and sides by air. The steady humidity and (possibly) better Oxygen absorption in these containers allows neonates to develop faster resulting in shortened incubation times.

Clutches incubated in this container have all hatched earlier than when buried in Perlite at same temperature. All neonates hatched fully developed without egg yolks.

The triangular bars that you see on top of the grid are the eggs stabilizer bars. The function of these bars is to keep eggs from rolling or being uprooted by clutch mates and they are fully adjustable to fit just about any egg size.

The S.I.M. incubation containers are crystal clear.This so the eggs can be visually monitored without having to guess. The grid is designed to keep hatchlings from entering the substrate chamber. For keepers who incubate over water, this feature ensures hatchlings are safe. The lid is soft TPU that fits the container base without being difficult to remove and upset the contents. We suggest venting the lid by adding a few small holes to avoid an air tight situation.

Do I still need an Incubator?
Yes you do. The SIM container is designed to fit into your incubator.

How many SIMs can fit into an incubator?
All incubators vary in size, but you can fit up to four in a standard Hova-Bator.

How many eggs can the box hold?
The Sim container can hold up to 40 Leopard Gecko eggs or 60 crested Gecko eggs. Obviously, the bigger the eggs the less room you have to play with.

Do I need a substrate in the bottom?
You could just use water, but we recommend that you use the substrate you are currently using. This is for two reasons, the first, it's a tried and tested method for the species you are hatching. Secondly, although you can incubate with just water, if you were to move the SIM container around or accidently knock one, you would splash the water about, possibly getting the eggs wet.

Are there any ventilation holes in the SIM?
It is not manufactured with ventilation hole. This is because everyone has their own way of incubating. Some people like to have holes in the top, some people like to have holes in the side, and many choose to have none.

You may make as many or as few holes as you prefer in the lid, which is made from thick flexible plastic, this stops it from cracking when you put holes in it.

How big is the SIM Container?
Each SIM Container is 8" L x 6.75" W x 4.5" H