freeze branding times

[jillaroo]

We're planning on freeze branding the new bull battery this year and I was wondering about the times used when applying the irons.
We will be using LN2 and the bulls will be yearling black Angus and two year old Herefords.
Any tips would also be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!

 

[wbvs58]

Close clip area saturate with metho. Copper brands applied for 20 sec, iron brands 45-60 sec.
First year I used copper for 20 sec result was a bit weak although they did move & had to reply, last year I applied for 30sec & used a U shaped hook of 1/2 steel rod held in the corner of their mouth, seems to keep their mind ocupied, I was happy with the result.
There is a good article on the Angus Australia website, just type in freeze branding in their search engine.
Ken