Name: Hopper Valve
Brand: Hog Slat
SKU: GST-AC3001
Price: 219.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Description

Gain easy access to unloading your feed bins and fill your buckets without crawling underneath. This is the easiest, most effective way to draw small amounts of material from your bin and certainly the most convenient when using 5-gallon pails.

Push the handle up to slide open the gate mounted on the side of the hopper. Fill a teacup, a bucket, or a feed cart with ease. Pull the same handle down to slow the flow or close the gate. It's easy, quick, and a one-handed job.

This convenient means of unloading is designed to be mounted to the side of the hopper section of a metal feed bin.

Hopper Valve Pictures

5-gallon bucket hanging from the grain bin hopper valve

Feed Bin Side Slide Valve Specifications

Mounts on new or old feed bins
Mounts on a flat surface
The bin access cutout is 5-1/4" x 3-1/2" for Hog Slat model GST-AC3001; use the supplied template.
Comes with an adhesive-backed template
Mounts on bins with auger systems
Can be padlocked
Tabs on the chute allow a bucket to be hung below the hopper valve
Approximately 12 pounds
1-year warranty

Includes:

(1) Shroud
(1) Slide Handle
(1) Handle Tub
(1) Chute
(2) Rail Plates
(2) Header Plates
(1) Lock Plate, Hardware/Sealant

Hopper Valve Installation Video

Product Description

Upgrade your feed handling system with our Hopper Valve Chute, designed for optimal performance and ease of use. This chute is recommended for use exclusively with 9’ diameter, 3-ring tanks or smaller, accommodating a maximum feed capacity of 15 tons (13,600 Kg).

Key Guidelines for Installation:

Size Compatibility: Ensure that the Hopper Valve Chute is used only with 9’ diameter, 3-ring tanks or smaller, optimizing its efficiency within this specific size range.
Mounting Height: The chute should be mounted no higher than two feet (.61 m) above the hopper collar, ensuring proper functionality and seamless feed flow.
Empty Feed Tank: Before starting the assembly of the Hopper Valve Chute, the feed tank must be empty, with no bridges present. This ensures a smooth and unobstructed installation process.
Installer Safety: For the installer's safety, it is recommended to wear a long-sleeve shirt during the assembly of bolts from the inside of the tank. This precaution minimizes the risk of scrapes and enhances the overall safety of the installation process.

Installation Guidelines:

New Tank Installations: For new tank installations, it is advisable to install the Hopper Valve Chute before the Upper Boot and Unloader. This sequencing allows any metal shavings and dropped parts to fall through to the ground, preventing interference with subsequent components.
Existing Tank Installations: On existing tank installations, empty the Unloader of feed and remove access plates before installing the Hopper Valve Chute. This step ensures that any metal shavings and dropped parts are removed before the system is put back into operation.

Invest in our Hopper Valve Chute for a reliable and efficient feed handling solution. Follow the recommended guidelines for installation to maximize the performance and longevity of your feed handling system.

Manufacturer Installation Instructions

Hog Slat's GST-AC3001 instructions specify 18 mounting holes drilled with a 3/8-inch bit at the supplied template locations. The parts list contains 20 bin bolts; this is not the number of holes to drill in the hopper.

For Hog Slat model GST-AC3001, the access cutout is 5-1/4 inches × 3-1/2 inches. Follow the template supplied with the kit for hole locations and cutting.

Empty the tank completely, address any bridged feed, and disconnect power to related equipment before installation. Do not install across a hopper-panel seam. Follow all manufacturer precautions and keep arms out of the tank during routine use.

Hog Slat GST-AC3001 assembly and installation instructions

SLIDE VALVE DIAGRAM

Pictures of the side-mounted hopper slide valve

You don't need to climb underneath your large-diameter bins to fill 5-gallon buckets. The task is made simple and easy with this bolt-on, side-mounted grain bin slide valve. It even has a notch to hold the handle of the 5-gallon bucket out of the way while it's being filled. The installation is straightforward, as you cut a hole in the bottom Taper Hopper section of your bin and bolt the slide valve directly to it. This kit comes with all the necessary mounting hardware as well as sealing strips to keep water at bay.

Eliminate the backbreaking effort of sliding a bucket in and out from under your bin with this bulk grain bin slide valve from Barn World.

IN USE WITH A 5-GALLON BUCKET

Mounted below on the Metal Feed Bins

bulk feed bins with hopper slide valves attached

Below are all the parts that come with the kit:

Discharge Chute

Feed bin slide bracket

The back side of the feed discharge chute

Front of the feed valve case

Sturdy rails

These strong rails provide support and allow for the smooth sliding of the valve handle and controllable grain discharge rates

feed bin slide valve mounted on side of hopper section

Pictures of the Slide Valve Mounted to the Grain Bin Hopper

hopper valve mounted to the side of a grain bin

Side Dispensing for Buckets and Feed Carts

A side-mounted hopper valve provides an additional access point for small quantities of compatible feed. The handle operates the sliding gate, and tabs on the chute allow a bucket to hang beneath it. Flow depends on feed condition and valve operation; inspect and maintain the assembly regularly.

Confirm compatibility with the tank and installation location before ordering. This accessory is for drawing small amounts of feed and is not a replacement for the bin's main unloading system.

The installation video above illustrates assembly. Use the current instructions and template for the kit supplied.

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Make filling buckets so much easier. No more crawling under the bin!

Does this require a person on the inside of the grain bin to mount this hopper?

You will need 'access' to the inside of the bin to get the bolt to come through. The 2-7/8" x 5-3/8" will allow your fingers to get inside to push them through, but the bin will need to be empty. Please click here to see the diagram with instructions.

Can this be mounted on a poly bin hopper?

It bolts through the walls of the bin and requires that a hole be cut into the wall to allow the grain to be dispensed. It's designed for steel walls and we haven't had experience with mounting it to thePoly Grain Bins.

What’s the difference in the Sioux hopper valve and the Hog slat hopper valve? I want order one just not sure which one to order.

There really isn't a difference between the two. Some customers like to match the manufacturer to their bin however they will both work on virtually any metal bin.

I have a bin and am looking to feed bull rations to my steers. Will this work for filling 5 gallon buckets for my wife to do the feeding with no problems.

Thank you for your interest in the side-mounted slide valve. This valve is installed on the side of your metal grain bin hopper wall. You will need to cut a 2-7/8" x 5-3/8" hole in the hopper wall for your feed to run through. It is built to fill 5-gallon buckets and has a holder for the handle and a template for cutting your bin wall.

Can this be installed on a filled bin by using self tapping screws from the outside and cutting hole after the installing the slide handle and lowering handle as cutting hole is done slowly?

You'll need to cut a 2-7/8" x 5-3/8" hole in the bin hopper and attach bolts through it. We recommend waiting until the hopper is empty before installing as making a hole will allow the grain to come out. Here's a link to the detail and assembly for review.

I have been looking for something just like this. I read the installation instructions. Q1) do I read correctly that you need to drill 18 holes in bin to mount? Q2) Can the device be entirely mounted form the outside, or do I have to have access to inside of bin to push bolts through?

Hog Slat's instructions specify 18 holes drilled with a 3/8-inch bit at the supplied template locations. You need access to the bolt heads from inside the completely empty bin to tighten the mounting nuts. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.

How hard is the gate to move when bin is full of material (feed).

It's very easy to open and close the gate when the bin is full. The steel plate moves back and forth easily to control the flow of feed.

What are the overall dimensions of the valve? Specifically, the height and width of the valve body that mounts to the bin?

The shroud dimensions are approximately 7-3/4" wide x 15-1/4" tall.

I like this product and have a need for such a piece of feed bin accessory. I have three (3) questions: How fast does the feed come out if the hole is only 2-7/8" x 5-3/8" (or how long does it take to fill a 5 gallon bucket)? 2. With the small hole size, have you experienced "plugging-up" of hole when using ground feed. 3. What is the shipping fee to Vandalia, Michigan or 49095 area code for one of these Side Mount Hopper Valves for a cone shaped hopper bottom metal feed bin?

The hopper valve is an extremely efficient method of unloading into 5 gallon buckets and the hole allows for rapid delivery of the feed. It is designed for unloading with ease and we don't have any trouble with plugging. We will have a quote with shipping for your review shortly.

Will this fit on a flat sided bin ?

Yes, you can put this slide gate on a flat sided bulk feed bin.

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