The EcoFount waterers are the newest, most energy efficient, electric standard heated line of Ritchie automatic waterers. The flip top cover design allows easy cleaning and maintenance and the fully insulated casing provides excellent protection against cold temperatures. The stainless steel trough features thermostatically controlled heating elements for ice-free service during severe winter conditions. EcoFount 1 is a single drink automatic waterer for 1-30 horses or cattle. Ideally used in small pens or paddocks.
- Designed with energy efficiency in mind. The stainless steel trough is surrounded by extremely durable and fully insulated poly.
- Patented plastic drink well helps insulate water and keep thermal cap in place
- Flip-top cover feature for easy cleaning and maintenance
- Electric heat with adjustable disc thermostat
- Cable heater provides extra valve and supply line protection
- Trough is 304 stainless steel for long life
- EcoFount unit comes complete and ready to install to your electric and water lines.
- 4 – 5″ x 3/8″ Stainless Steel anchor bolts recommended
- 10 year warranty
- Part No.
- 18431
- Length
- 22in/56cm
- Width
- 18in/46cm
- Height
- 20in/51cm
- Weight
- 48lbs/22kg
Ritchie Waterers are so well insulated that we have been recognized by electric companies and government agencies for energy efficiency. Below is the estimated cost of electricity per unit, per year.
All costs are based on a rate of 18.05 cents per kilowatt-hour. Your cost may vary. Estimates based on U.S. dollars.
Estimated annual energy cost for EcoFount 1 240V
| Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | St. Louis, Missouri | Conrad, Iowa | Sioux Falls, South Dakota | Fargo, North Dakota | Winnipeg, Manitoba |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14.76 | $18.88 | $30.48 | $33.07 | $35.22 | $38.18 |
