Spring Red Head Nipple

Product Overview

The SL-41 spring red head is a compact red plastic poultry nipple drinker with a hexagonal flange, external thread at the top and a stainless steel actuation pin at the bottom. The white top cap seals the internal spring and ball cartridge, and the whole unit is only 3 cm tall, making it one of the smallest nipples in the drinking-line range. Its small size allows very close spacing on high-density brooder and cage lines.

Each nipple weighs just 3 g, so thousands of units add almost no load to the manifold. Birds nudge the pin sideways to release water, and the internal spring closes the ball immediately after release, keeping drips to a minimum. The high packing density of 10000 pieces per bag makes this nipple economical to ship and store, a practical choice for large integrators ordering by the tens of thousands.

Key Features and Benefits

• Ultra-Compact 3 cm Size - the short body fits tight spacing on brooder grids and cage levels where longer nipples would collide.
• Light 3 g Weight - minimal mass means low shipping cost per thousand and almost no extra load on the drinking manifold.
• Threaded Hexagonal Mount - the hex flange and top thread screw into tapped manifold ports for a firm, leak-resistant connection.
• Spring Ball Shut-Off - the internal spring returns the ball to its seat after each drink, keeping the line dry between drinks.
• Stainless Steel Pin - the metal trigger resists beak wear and corrosion, maintaining consistent flow over long flocks.
• 10000 Pieces Per Bag - high-density packing cuts handling cost and suits large projects that buy nipples by the ten thousand.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: SL-41 Spring Red Head
• Model: SL-41
• Overall height: 3 cm
• Weight: 3 g
• Body color: red with white top cap
• Actuation: stainless steel pin with internal spring ball
• Mounting: threaded top with hexagonal flange
• Packing: 10000 pieces per bag
• Application: poultry drinking lines for chicken
• Mounting: threaded top with hexagonal flange
• Seal: internal spring ball under white cap

Materials and Quality

The red body is molded from rigid engineering plastic, and the hexagonal flange is formed in the same piece for a firm wrench-free hand tightening. The internal spring and ball are assembled under clean conditions, and the stainless steel pin resists corrosion from drinking water. The white top cap seals the cartridge against dust during storage.

Each nipple is tested for pin movement and shut-off before packing, and batches are sampled for thread quality and color consistency. The 10000-piece bags are weighed at the pack house so customers receive accurate counts on arrival.

The compact red body is molded in rigid plastic to protect the tiny spring cartridge, and the white top cap seals the interior against dust in storage. Threads are formed directly in the body for a clean fit.

The compact red body is molded in rigid plastic to protect the tiny spring cartridge inside, and the white top cap seals the interior against dust during storage. The thread is formed directly in the body, so no separate insert can loosen over time. Each nipple is tested for pin movement and shut-off before bagging, and the 10000-piece bags are weighed at the pack house so the count arrives accurate. The hexagonal flange lets installers feel when the unit is seated, and the stainless pin resists corrosion from normal water additives used during treatment periods.

How to Use and Maintain

Screw the nipple into the tapped manifold port by hand until the hex flange sits flush, then give a gentle final turn without overloading the thread. Flush the manifold with clean water before first use to remove chips and manufacturing residue.

During rearing, press pins periodically to confirm free movement, and replace any nipple that drips constantly. Because packing density is high, keep a spare bag on site so swap-outs take only seconds per point and the whole line stays operational.

Screw units into the manifold by hand until the hex flange seats; because the body is small, a light touch avoids stripping the thread.

With 10000 pieces per bag, count replacements from a small working tin during maintenance and return leftovers to the sealed bag to keep stock clean.

Applications

This compact nipple suits broiler starter houses, layer battery cages and brooder grids where many drinking points must fit into a small vertical space. Its low weight also makes it practical for hanging manifold systems.

Large integrators and equipment distributors order it by the ten thousand for new house projects, and it works as a replacement part on existing threaded manifolds. It pairs with cups, tees and float valves in complete drinking-line accessory shipments.

Why Choose Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment

Hebei Yilu Shunfeng Breeding Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in poultry feeding, drinking and breeding equipment for farmers and distributors worldwide. Every product is checked before shipment to ensure consistent quality, and orders are packed with export-grade packaging to protect the goods during transport. Our sales team can provide specification sheets, packing details and shipping advice for any order size. If you need more information about this drinker, packaging options or mixed container loads, please contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Why is this nipple so small?

The compact 3 cm body is designed for close nipple spacing on brooder grids and cage levels where longer nipples would interfere.

Q2: How is it mounted on the line?

The threaded top with hexagonal flange screws into tapped manifold ports by hand, no tools required.

Q3: How many nipples come in one bag?

Each bag holds 10000 nipples as printed on the product label, ideal for large projects.

Q4: Can I order a sample quantity first?

Yes, samples are available for testing on your own manifold; contact us with your requirements and destination.