Trough-O-Matic® Anti-Siphon Water Tank Float Valve with Plastic Housing

Back before we watered from a creek, this is the line of float valves I used for 100% fresh, algae-free water for my herd.  If you pair this with a smaller container, the water is constantly emptying and refilling, which greatly limits both algae growth and mosquito hatches. To maintain, simply scrub with a brush once per week and watch with delight as your animals enjoy their always fresh water. connects to standard garden hose use with bowl that has a lip to attach float securely (for my exact setup, buy the red bowl here) The third image is my current setup for the chickens.  This hose is attached to a 50-gallon barrel that has another float valve, which gives me a reserve in case of power outages.  Used in this way, I can also add water soluble remedies to their water, such as herbal teas or colloidal silver. Be sure to remove during freezing weather! From the manufacturer:The all-plastic valve flows up to 245 gallons per hour and operates at pressure between 20 and 50 psi. The a