Piglet Waterers
Providing piglets with reliable access to fresh drinking water is an important part of maintaining a well-managed farrowing or nursery environment. A properly selected piglet waterer can provide convenient access to water while helping create a consistent watering setup.
Trojan Specialty Products offers Spiglet and Spiglet 07 nipple waterers for piglet watering applications. Both can be used in pressurized watering systems operating at 20–40 PSI, and they are also available in versions designed for gravity-flow systems.
Piglet Waterer Nipples
Nipple waterers are a practical option for providing drinking water to piglets without relying on an open water container. The right nipple depends on the piglet’s size, the application, and the type of watering system being used.
Spiglet 07 – 3/8″ Bite Size
The Spiglet 07 features a 3/8″ bite size and is specifically suited for applications including farrowing stalls, creeps, and nurseries. Its rounded trigger helps make it easier for baby pigs to use.
- 3/8″ bite size
- 1/2″ threads
- 2 wrench flats
- Available for pressurized and gravity-flow applications
Spiglet – 5/8″ Bite Size
The Spiglet features a larger 5/8″ bite size and can be used in piglet watering applications where that size is appropriate.
- 5/8″ bite size
- 1/2″ threads
- 4 wrench flats
- Available for pressurized and gravity-flow applications
Choosing a Piglet Waterer
When selecting a nipple waterer for piglets, consider the animals using the waterer and the watering system supplying it.
The Spiglet 07 has a 3/8″ bite size and is specifically used in farrowing stalls, creeps, and nurseries. The Spiglet has a 5/8″ bite size and provides another option for piglet watering applications.
Both can be incorporated into a pressurized system operating at 20–40 PSI. Trojan also offers gravity-flow versions for systems where water pressure is lower.
Piglet Waterer Connector Kits
A nipple is only one part of a complete watering system. Trojan offers connector kits for the Spiglet and Spiglet 07, making it easier to incorporate these nipples into your piglet watering setup.
Using the appropriate connector components can help simplify installation and provide a secure connection between the nipple and watering line.
Benefits of Nipple Waterers for Piglets
A properly installed nipple waterer can be a convenient choice for farrowing and nursery applications.
- Provides access to drinking water at the watering point
- Works with pressurized watering systems
- Available for gravity-flow applications
- Multiple bite sizes are available
- Repair parts are available
- Suitable for a variety of piglet watering applications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best waterer for piglets?
The best piglet waterer depends on the piglets’ size, the watering application, and whether the system is pressurized or gravity-fed. Trojan offers the Spiglet and Spiglet 07 to accommodate different piglet watering applications.
What PSI should a piglet nipple waterer use?
The Spiglet and Spiglet 07 can be used in pressurized watering systems operating at 20–40 PSI. Gravity-flow versions are also available for lower-pressure systems.
What is the difference between the Spiglet and Spiglet 07?
The primary difference is the bite size. The Spiglet 07 has a 3/8″ bite size, while the Spiglet has a 5/8″ bite size. The Spiglet 07 is specifically suited for farrowing stalls, creeps, and nurseries.
Can piglet waterers be used with a pressurized system?
Yes. Trojan’s Spiglet and Spiglet 07 nipple waterers can be used with 20–40 PSI pressurized watering systems.
Are connector kits available for piglet waterers?
Yes. Trojan offers connector kits for both the Spiglet and Spiglet 07 to help connect the nipples to a watering system.
Shop Piglet Waterers
Looking for a reliable piglet waterer for a farrowing, creep, nursery, or other piglet watering application? Explore Trojan’s Spiglet and Spiglet 07 nipple waterers and corresponding connector kits to find the components that fit your watering system.
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