Sku: 18780
$1,061.99

Provide heated, automatic watering for up to 20 horses. The UltraFount 1 is designed to give year-round access to clean, fresh, temperate water regardless of climate. If you’re tired of breaking ice on the coldest days, the UltraFount 1 has been proven to work in some of the most brutal climates. The insulated UltraFount 1 is extremely energy efficient and durable, with heavy-duty construction, a stainless-steel drinking area, a premier heating system and a maintenance-free float system.

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  • Durable fully insulated casing stands up to hooves and keeps water cooler in summer.
  • Energy-efficient heat protection keeps water warm in winter.
  • Specifically designed for equine use.
Part No.
18780
Length
20.5in/52cm
Width
20in/51cm
Height
29in/74cm
Weight
45lbs/20kg
Drinking Height
24 inches
Heat
173W (1.4A@120V)
Herd Capacity
20 Horses
1-foot thermal tube top

1-foot thermal tube top

Use the 1-foot thermal tube for shallow frost lines or combine with the 2-foot extension to accommodate any waterline depth.
1/2-inch valve rubber package

1/2-inch valve rubber package

Extend the life of your 1/2-inch valves by replacing the valve rubbers.
2-foot thermal tube extension

2-foot thermal tube extension

Combine the 2-foot extension with other lengths of thermal tubes to accommodate any waterline depth.
4-foot thermal tube top

4-foot thermal tube top

Protect your vertical water supply line from freezing with thermal tubes.
Anchor bolts package

Anchor bolts package

Stainless-steel anchor bolts to secure your Ritchie automatic waterer.
Cable heater

Cable heater

This replacement cable heater protects your valve and water line. For use in waterers with metal troughs.
Disc thermostat

Disc thermostat

Easily adjust the temperature of your heating elements with the disc thermostat.
Drain washer package

Drain washer package

Drain washers for all OmniFount, UltraFount and EcoFount models.
Float with long arm

Float with long arm

Regulate and adjust your automatic waterer level using the Ritchie float.
Green 1/2-inch valve package

Green 1/2-inch valve package

This green 1/2-inch valve is for high-pressure situations for use in smaller Ritchie waterers.
Heater 125W

Heater 125W

Keep your stainless-steel trough from freezing even during the coldest winters.
Red 1/2-inch valve package

Red 1/2-inch valve package

This red 1/2-inch valve is for high-pressure situations for use in smaller Ritchie waterers.
Valve bracket

Valve bracket

Use the valve bracket to mount your valve to the side of the valve chamber.

The best warranty in the business

We stand behind what we build. That’s why our polyethylene (poly) waterers are backed by a 10-year limited warranty* and our stainless-steel troughs are covered by a 10-year, 100% warranty against manufacturing defects and corrosion.

It’s simple: Reliable products should come with a warranty to match.

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*Excludes Genesis product line (1-year warranty)

We’re proud to serve as the official Waterer Sponsor of the Kentucky Horse Park, one of the world’s most respected equine destinations. Being trusted at a facility known for champion horses and premier events is an honor.
Jeff Miller, Ritchie Industries

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