{"product_id":"bainbridge-callicrate-smart-bander-complete-loops","title":"Bainbridge Callicrate SMART Bander – Complete Kit, 25 \u0026 100 Pack Loops","description":"\u003c!-- BAINBRIDGE CALLICRATE SMART BANDER --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #d32f2f;padding:16px;margin:0 0 22px 0;background:#fff8f8;border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;font-size:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🚚 Direct Delivery from Bainbridge – Freight Quote Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\nThis product is \u003cstrong\u003eshipped directly from Bainbridge\u003c\/strong\u003e and requires a freight quote based on your delivery location.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact Pet \u0026amp; Rural Supply Co for a freight quote prior to purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\nWe’ll confirm the most suitable delivery option with Bainbridge and provide the freight cost for your location before you place your order.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\nThis allows us to confirm the delivery cost upfront so you know exactly what to expect before ordering.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBainbridge Callicrate SMART Bander – Cattle Castration Kit \u0026amp; Replacement Loops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBainbridge Callicrate SMART Bander\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional livestock banding system designed for \u003cstrong\u003ebloodless cattle castration\u003c\/strong\u003e using a high-tension rubber loop applied around the scrotum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for larger animals and delayed castration applications, the Callicrate system provides Australian cattle producers, livestock owners and rural operators with a purpose-designed alternative to traditional surgical castration methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is available in three options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Callicrate SMART Bander start-up system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e – replacement Callicrate SMART loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e – bulk replacement Callicrate SMART loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect the required option from the variant menu before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Callicrate Bander Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eOption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eComplete Callicrate SMART Bander start-up system for producers purchasing the banding equipment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003ePack of 25 replacement Callicrate SMART loops for use with the compatible Callicrate bander.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eBulk pack of 100 replacement Callicrate SMART loops for higher-volume livestock operations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included In The Callicrate Complete Kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCallicrate Bander Start Up Kit – Complete\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the core equipment required to begin using the Callicrate banding system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCallicrate SMART Bander tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 Callicrate loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoop cutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage\/toolbox packaging as supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructional or demonstration material where supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003cstrong\u003e25 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e100 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e are replacement loop options and do not include the Callicrate Bander tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does The Callicrate SMART Bander Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Callicrate banding system uses a strong rubber loop that is positioned around the scrotum and tensioned using the Callicrate applicator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe loop is tightened using the bander’s tensioning mechanism and secured in position. The system is designed to provide controlled loop tension when correctly applied according to the manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is specialised livestock equipment, operators should familiarise themselves with the correct procedure before use and follow all manufacturer directions and appropriate animal welfare requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBloodless Cattle Castration System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Callicrate system is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003ebloodless cattle castration method\u003c\/strong\u003e, using banding rather than surgical cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the Callicrate SMART Bander particularly relevant to cattle producers looking for specialised equipment designed for banding larger animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect animal selection, restraint, technique, vaccination requirements, aftercare and monitoring remain important parts of responsible livestock 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and a larger supply of replacement loops is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 100 Pack variant contains replacement loops only and does not include the Callicrate Bander tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Kit or Replacement Loops – Which Should I Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are purchasing the Callicrate SMART system for the first time, choose the \u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already own a compatible Callicrate SMART Bander and only require additional loops, select either the \u003cstrong\u003e25 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e100 Pack Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #d32f2f;background:#f7f7f7;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-time buyer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the Complete 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