SP-Bubbly Trough De-icer
The SP-Bubbly is designed to provide aeration in small ponds as well as de-icing for stock tanks where there is no power available to run traditional air pumps. The SP-Bubbly incorporates the use of an efficient DC air pump coupled with a small photovoltaic module.
Each day as the sun rises in the east, the PV module sends power to the aerator pump which in turn delivers air through an air hose to the one-way valve located at the bottom of the tank. The air is bubbled up from the bottom of the tank or pond throughout the day until the sun sets in the evening.
De-icing occurs during the winter months once the stock tank or pond freezes over. The frozen ice on the surface acts as an insulator to the water below the surface. During the daytime, the SP-Bubbly activates, bubbling up the warmer water from the bottom of the tank melting a hole in the ice large enough for livestock or wildlife to drink from, thus eliminating the need for continual ice-breaking in the winter months.
The SP-Bubbly is designed for quick and easy installation. The unit is shipped pre-assembled, the only necessary steps are to secure the unit to a post adjacent to the pond or tank utilizing the provided straps, and drop the one-way air valve into the water. It is wise to locate the PV assembly high enough on the post and fastening the excess air hose to the post to lessen the chance of livestock tampering with the unit.
List Price: 10 Watt Unit $328.99 plus $30 shipping within the U.S.
