Dec 12, 2009 · I just use a metal rod (stuck into the ground about 5") with a metal clip to attach a piece of copper wire just long enough to reach to the bottom of the trough. I also use an …

Jan 20, 2011 · I have a Rubbermaid tank and the heater screws into the bottom of the tank, I have used 2 of them in 6 years. I had to replace the first one because my yearling TWH decided me …

Jan 23, 2012 · The tub is rubber which is also and insulator. Ground the metal water lines in your building to be sure they are not carrying stray voltage. Cows usally won't drink if there is stray …

Jan 2, 2010 · Instructions call for installing a ground rod. Would grounding to a woven-wire fence t-post be sufficient? The de-icer will be plugged into a contractor grade extension cord going to …

Jan 14, 2021 · Always remember to take caution when combining water with electricity. An automatic waterer, heated water bucket or floating de-icer that isn’t functioning properly can …

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Aug 13, 2016 · I use two black troughs, the small rubbermaid version. I rotate them whenever the one in use needs cleaning. Used to have the two 100 gallon version, big mistake, tough to …

Sep 6, 2008 · So, my ex husband used to be a hired hand for an old cowboy when I was married to him. The main trough for the calves was a big metal tank with a building attached to it. The …

Aug 11, 2022 · There was an automatic water float in the water trough in the summer. The trough was drained in the winter and the cows had an automatic waterer in the barn with a stock …

Nov 18, 2015 · That's the top of the box, then finish the box and caulk around the lip to prevent water getting in. Put in a heating element in the box and bam you got ice free insulated water …