1/2" automatic nipple drinker for wet/dry anti-waste troughs – Model FDA-000005TP

Product description

The FDA-000005TP nipple drinker for wet/dry troughs is designed for combined feeding systems in swine, where water and feed are consumed directly in the feeder.

This FDA-000005TP nipple drinker for wet/dry troughs with a 1/2" threaded connection allows for controlled water delivery that moistens the feed, improving palatability and encouraging feed intake by the animals.

The brass body and thread ensure high corrosion resistance, long-term reliability, and a proper hydraulic seal.
The 25 mm hexagon allows for stable and secure screwing onto the feeder.

The Ø 24 mm stainless steel activation button of the FDA-000005TP nipple drinker for wet/dry troughs is designed to be operated by the pig during the natural movement of its head in the feeder. The movement of the button causes a light and controlled water delivery, which moistens the feed and helps reduce waste.

This version of the FDA-000005TP nipple drinker for wet/dry troughs is equipped with an adjustable plastic filter, which allows the water flow rate to be adjusted according to the pressure in the water line, improving flow control.

Technical specifications

• Brass thread

• Stainless steel button

• Water connection: 1/2"

• Total length: 57.6 mm

• Button diameter: Ø 24 mm

• Weight: 161 g

• Hexagon: 25 mm

• Adjustable plastic filter

Available versions

• with stainless steel mesh filter – model FDA-000005

• all stainless steel – model FDA-000015E

Installation heights and angle

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The indicated heights are general guidelines.
We recommend using three installation heights or height adjusters to adapt the position of the nipple drinker for wet/dry feeders to the different growth stages of the animal.

The FDA-000005TP drinker can be installed with an inclination between 15° and 45°:

• 15° → use the lowest height

• 45° → use the highest height

This adjustment ensures correct posture for the animals and helps reduce water waste.

Recommended water pressure

The maximum water pressure must not exceed 4 bar (55 psi) to ensure the correct operation of the system.

For piglets and weaned piglets, the pressure should not exceed 2 bar (28 psi).

Lower pressures promote:

• water savings

• longer life for seals and spring

• flow regularity

• ease of use

• waste reduction

👉 We recommend using a pressure reducer if the water line has high or unstable values.

Water flow rate

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The flow rate of the 1/2" automatic nipple drinker for swine varies according to the pressure in the water line.

For optimal system operation, a flow rate between 0.6 and 1 L/min is recommended to achieve correct feed moistening, reducing water waste and keeping the feeding area cleaner.

In the version with an adjustable filter (model FDA-000005TP), the flow rate can be adjusted via the valve cap, which allows the flow to be adapted to the pressure available in the system.

The graph highlights three valve adjustment levels:

• Level 1 (4–9 bar) – green zone
  used when the system pressure is high.

• Level 2 (2–4 bar) – blue zone
  suitable for systems with medium pressure.

• Level 3 (0–2 bar) – gray zone
  ideal for drinking lines with low pressure.

The graph allows you to quickly identify which level to set on the valve cap to obtain a stable flow rate for the nipple drinker for wet/dry feeders based on the pressure available in the system.

With correct adjustment, the flow rate remains around 1.0 L/min, ensuring a constant and reliable flow.

Water contamination

Contamination of water or pipes can be one of the main causes of malfunction in swine nipple drinkers over time.

To prevent this problem, we recommend installing a filter on the water line inlet to trap any impurities and ensure smooth operation of the system.