2.5 liter Poultry Drinker

Product Overview

The 2.5 liter Poultry Drinker bridges the gap between chick-sized waterers and house-scale units, matching the transition from pullets to nearly full-size birds. Its translucent white barrel holds 2.5 liters of water above a wide red drinking tray, feeding the tray by gravity without electricity. Printed dimensions show a 21 cm overall height, a 23 cm tray diameter and a 12.6 cm top, giving growing birds enough trough length to drink without jostling.

At 148 grams, the drinker stays light enough for daily handling, and the red arch handle on top doubles as a grip for moving it during cleaning. The two-piece barrel-and-tray construction separates completely, which is useful when litter or feed dust falls into the water. This model fits small layer flocks, grow-out pens and hobby farms that need a step up from the 1.5 liter starter drinker without investing in large automatic lines. Because the barrel stays translucent rather than fully opaque, growers can check fill level without bending over, which matters during busy morning chores.

Key Features and Benefits

• 2.5 liter mid-size capacity - Matches the water intake of growing pullets, cutting refill trips versus chick drinkers.
• Wide red tray - The 23 cm tray gives several birds access at once and keeps water depth shallow enough to prevent soaking feet.
• Top carry handle - The arched handle makes the drinker easy to lift, rotate and move during pen cleaning.
• Visible water level - The translucent barrel lets staff check fill levels during morning rounds, before birds run dry.
• Quick-separating two parts - Barrel and tray click apart in seconds for rinsing after each refill cycle.
• 200-piece carton packing - Export packing of 200 pieces per carton keeps inventory handling simple for distributors.

Technical Specifications

• Product name: 2.5 liter Poultry Drinker
• Capacity: 2.5 liters
• Overall height: 21 cm
• Drinking tray diameter: 23 cm
• Top diameter: 12.6 cm
• Unit weight: 148 g
• Packing: 200 pieces per carton
• Material: plastic, white reservoir with red tray and handle

Materials and Quality

The unit is molded in two-tone plastic: a semi-transparent white barrel that reveals water level and a glossy red tray and handle. The neck ring where barrel meets tray is reinforced, and the handle is molded as part of the barrel lid so it cannot pull loose. Bright red coloring also helps farm staff spot the drinker across dim litter floors. Units are checked for fit between barrel and tray, for clean molding edges and for surface defects before packing. The translucent barrel keeps the same wall thickness across the drinker range, so farm staff familiar with one size recognize the feel and the lifting point at once. Bright red trays also make the product easy to spot during routine flock inspections and stock counts.

How to Use and Maintain

Fill the barrel to the shoulder with clean water, seat the tray onto the neck, invert and place the drinker on a flat spot inside the pen. Refill when the visible water level drops near the base of the barrel. Once or twice a week, separate the parts and wash the tray channel with a brush; birds scratch feed and litter into trays, so regular scrubbing prevents slimy buildup. In summer, move the drinker into shade and check it more often, since warm water grows algae faster and birds drink more. If algae starts to color the water in summer, empty the barrel and rinse it with a mild vinegar solution before refilling, then keep the unit in shade when outside temperatures climb. Do not let detergent residue stay inside the drinking barrel.

Applications

This drinker suits pullet rearing houses, small layer flocks of a few dozen birds, and grow-out pens for free-range chickens. It is also used in educational farms, small duck raising units and village-level household poultry where medium capacity without automation is the practical choice.

For importers, the 200-piece carton size balances unit weight and container loading. It pairs well on the same order with the 2.5 liter leg-mounted version and matching 2.5 liter feeder, giving retailers a complete small-flock kit. Because the unit nests into a compact 200-piece carton, buyers ordering by sea can stock several seasons without tying up warehouse space.

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: Is this size suitable for full-grown laying hens?

It works well for small layer flocks where staff refill daily; for large commercial layer houses, the 6 liter or 10 liter models reduce refill frequency.

Q2: How do I stop birds from kicking litter into the tray?

Place the drinker on a slightly raised board or concrete patch, keep litter level low around it, and consider the leg-mounted version which elevates the tray above the floor.

Q3: What is the difference from the legs version?

This floor model sits directly on the ground, while the legs version adds a red leg stand that keeps the tray elevated; both use the same 2.5 kg barrel.

Q4: Can I mix this drinker with other sizes in one container?

Yes, mixed container loads are common for our distributor customers; contact the sales team with your quantity list and we will arrange loading. We are happy to quote mixed cartons that combine the 2.5 liter drinker, its legs version and matching feeders, so your shop stocks a complete starter range without arranging separate shipments.