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Submersible Water Tank Heater
This water trough heater sinks to the bottom and keeps your water supply ice-free during the winter months. It is designed for 5-gallon buckets and smaller water troughs and can even be used in the Hog Waterer to prevent icing for your pigs and hogs. Keeping a clean, fresh water supply free of ice is a must for your animals to stay well-hydrated and see the healthy gains you and they need.
Water Trough Heater Specifications
- 250 watts
- 2.08 amps
- Safe for use in plastic tanks
- Thermostatically controlled!
- Heavy-duty cord wrap to discourage chewing
- Weight - 4 lbs
- Made in the USA
- Also available as a 1,000-watt water heater and a 1,500-watt tank heater!
Optional Install Kit for Use in the Hog Waterer
The 250-watt tank heater may be used in the 80-gallon Hog Waterer trough area to keep it free from ice. The installation uses a Heater Cord Protector Kit to run the power through the top of the waterer, through the reservoir, and down into the trough, as shown below. It is sold separately; see more details below.
Heater Install in 80 Gallon Hog Waterer
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80-Gallon Utility Hog Waterer Heater Options & Installation
Keep your 80-gallon utility hog waterer operating reliably in freezing conditions with multiple tank heater and deicer options designed to prevent ice buildup while protecting livestock and equipment.
Available Tank Heater Options
Submersible Tank Heater with Cord Protector Kit
This option uses a submersible tank heater installed in the trough section of the waterer. When paired with the S157520 base heater cord protector kit, the power cord is fully protected inside the tank and exits safely through the top.
This setup helps prevent freezing while keeping electrical cords out of reach of livestock, reducing the risk of chewing or damage.
Internal Tank Heater
The internal tank heaters are heating units designed to warm the main water supply inside the tank. This option is ideal for colder climates or extended freezing conditions. A hole must be made available so the power cord can exit through the top, keeping it safely above animal height.
Installation Considerations
- Heater components are sold as individual part numbers
- Additional drilling may be required when a float valve is already installed
- Proper alignment of drilled holes is important for correct installation
- Remove all plastic shavings after drilling to prevent valve clogging
- Power cords are routed through the top of the tank to prevent livestock access
Adjustable Water Level Control
The Sioux Steel Hog Waterer features an adjustable water level system that allows you to raise or lower the trough water height as needed. A rubber stopper and adjustment nut control water flow, while a threaded filter element helps prevent debris from clogging the valve.
Benefits of Tank Heaters
- Prevents water from freezing in cold weather
- Protects electrical cords from livestock damage
- Designed specifically for use with plastic tanks
- Helps maintain consistent water access for hogs
- Multiple heater options to match climate conditions