- The Deluxe Pet Sipper (10012) is a cordless heated water bowl for small and medium dogs, chickens, and ferrets; it is solar-powered and works best in temperatures above 20° - The Happy Bird Corps Commercial Solar Sipper is an 8-inch diameter cordless heated water bowl suitable for wild poultry, farm use, and pets; it includes a cover and provides air insulation to keep water warmer in winter and cooler in summer, working well in temperatures down to 20° - Water in the bowls should be changed at least twice a day with lukewarm water, and the bowls should be sheltered from the wind and debris to keep the water clean and safe for pets - The article discusses ways to keep pet water bowls from freezing in the winter. It suggests using a microwavable heating pad under the water bowl to keep it warm. The heating pad can be warmed up in the microwave for about five minutes and can stay warm for up to 5 hours. It also mentions that wet food is easier for pets to digest than dry food, and suggests mixing water with dry food to make it easier to digest. The article recommends using an electric food bowl and larger portions of food for pets in colder temperatures. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of providing resources such as cordless heated water bowls and heated water bowls with cords to help pets maintain their temperature. - The article discusses the issue of freezing chicken waterers in winter and the benefits of having a chicken water heater. - The chicken water heater can also provide heat to the coop during cold nights, preventing chicks from getting cold. - The author needs a solution to stop the water from freezing, but the coop is off-grid and too far from the barn to run a power cord. - The author suggests using a solar chicken water heater, but acknowledges that such a product does not exist. - To solve the problem, the author proposes using a generator powered by solar energy in the coop to plug in the heated chicken waterer. - The generator needs to be silent, safe for use in a chicken coop, and capable of being plugged in at home for emergency power. - Connecting solar panels directly to the heated waterer would not work because an inverter is needed to convert the power. - The author explains that the generator serves as both an inverter and a battery, allowing it to store and supply power when the sun is not out. - The generator is considered the best solution because it can be charged from the solar panels and hold the power needed. - The article discusses the use of a solar-powered heated water bowl for chickens. It mentions that it is cheaper and easier to buy a generator and solar panels that are ready to use, rather than purchasing the necessary components separately. The generator method involves placing solar panels where they can receive the most sunlight, and connecting them to the generator to power devices such as a heater. The power from a full charge can last 8 hours, but this is based on constant use. In reality, with the heater cycling on a thermostat, the power can last 4-5 days at 32°F (0°C). When it is colder, the author suggests not filling the waterer to the top to reduce power consumption. Chickens typically drink 1.5-2.2 times their food intake, which is about 3.5oz (100g) per day per bird. Therefore, if you have 6 chickens, providing 45floz (1.3L) of water per day should be sufficient. Overfilling the waterer is unnecessary and wastes power. - This article discusses the benefits of using a solar-powered heated water bowl for chickens. The author mentions that with this new method, the heater can be powered for days on end instead of just a few hours. The recommended heated chicken drinker has a 2-gallon capacity and a 60W heater. It is freeze-free and can be hung up or placed flat. The article emphasizes the importance of having a closed system with a lid to retain heat and prevent water from being exposed to the cold. The solar-powered generator used to power the heated water bowl can also be used to power a 40W bulb for about 80 hours, which can increase egg production in chickens during the winter. The author suggests using a timer to mimic the daylight hours of summer. - A solar-powered heated water bowl can be made using a 7.5W water heater, which can heat 2.6 gallons (12L) of water using only 7.5 watts of power. With a full charge from solar panels, the heater can provide power for 64 straight hours. Charging the heater at home takes about 7-8 hours. It is recommended to buy a cheaper water heater without a thermostat, as chickens prefer drinking cold water and the thermostat would waste power heating the water. The heater without a thermostat will keep the water at 44F (7C) above the room temperature. - The article discusses the creation of a solar-powered heated water bowl for chickens. It mentions that the water in the bowl is not freezing but does not provide specific temperature details. The article also mentions that the lid of the water bowl may need a small insertion for a wire to come out without causing heat loss. Additionally, it advises placing the heater in the bottom of the bowl and not outside the water to prevent overheating and burning out. There is a mention of a suction pad that can be used to stick the heater to the bottom of the bowl. The article concludes by encouraging readers to start creating their own solar chicken water heater.