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Keep a stock tank open and moving where there is no outlet to plug into. The Water Rippler – Solar Powered floats on the surface and runs off your own 12V battery and solar panels, so it works at a remote tank or anywhere a cord will not reach.
Moving water slows ice in winter. In summer it disrupts algae growth, breaks up the still water where mosquitoes lay eggs and keeps the top layer cooler. Livestock are drawn to moving water and tend to drink more in hot weather.
A 12V DC, 50 watt pump pulls water through an attached filter screen and pushes it out through four high-velocity caps, keeping the whole surface moving. It performs well down to about 0°F. In colder weather an ice layer forms on top while the water beneath keeps circulating, which limits thick buildup. The Water Rippler manages ice, it does not eliminate it, and results vary with wind, tank size, insulation, location and humidity. For a smaller tank or a gentler flow, swap in the two blank caps or remove caps entirely.
The pump draws 50 watts, so a month of running around the clock is about 36 kWh. A 1,500 watt tank heater running around the clock would use 1,080 kWh. Heaters cycle on a thermostat, so their real use is lower, but even at six hours a day the gap is large. Your electric rate sets the dollars; here is the math at two common rates.
| Electric rate | Water Rippler, 24 h a day | 1,500 W heater, 6 h a day | 1,500 W heater, 24 h a day |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.15 per kWh | $5.40 a month | $40.50 a month | $162 a month |
| $0.20 per kWh | $7.20 a month | $54.00 a month | $216 a month |
30-day month. 50 W x 24 h x 30 = 36 kWh; 1,500 W x 6 h x 30 = 270 kWh; 1,500 W x 24 h x 30 = 1,080 kWh. The maker quotes up to 97% lower running cost than a 1,500 watt heater, which is this same math with both running all the time. The Rippler slows ice rather than removing it, so some owners still run a heater during the coldest stretches.
All three models share the same 12" x 12" HDPE body, the same 50 watt 12V DC pump with filter screen, and the same cap set. They differ only in how you power them.
Swipe sideways to compare all three.
| Electric | Solar (this page) | Dual Power | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power source | Standard 120V outlet through the included outdoor-rated AC/DC converter | Your own 12V battery and solar panels | Either one: outlet or your solar setup |
| Cords in the box | 6 ft power cord and AC/DC converter | 6 ft power cord and 15 ft solar cable with ring terminals | 6 ft power cord, AC/DC converter and 15 ft solar cable |
| You supply | An outlet, GFCI recommended | Battery, panels and an MPPT charge controller | An outlet, or battery, panels and controller |
| Best for | Tanks by the barn or anywhere a cord reaches | Remote tanks with no outlet nearby | Tanks that move between the barn and the pasture, or keeping both options open |
| Page | Water Rippler – Electric Powered | You are here | Water Rippler – Dual Power |
| Tank | Units | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 100 to 500 gallons | 1 | Keep at least 12 inches of water in the tank for the pump |
| Over 500 gallons | 2 | Each unit needs its own power connection; plan a 10 ft extension for the far one |
| Under 100 gallons | Ask first | The maker recommends the unit for 100 gallons and up. Call 1-888-249-7412 before ordering for a smaller tank |
This model ships without a battery, solar panels or charge controller. You supply all three. The manufacturer's suggested setup, from a Wyoming solar installer, is at least 260 amp-hours of 12V battery wired in parallel for one to two days without sun, at least 200 watts of panels (400 preferred, 800 ideal) and an MPPT charge controller. A local solar provider can confirm sizing for your area. If an outlet is within reach, look at the Electric or Dual Power model instead.
Water must be at least 12 inches deep for the pump. Use one unit for tanks of 100 to 500 gallons and two units above 500 gallons.
The pump is the only wear item. Running dry, dirty water and hard-water buildup shorten its life, so pull the unit when the tank is empty and store it clean and dry. The manufacturer covers defects in the body for 1 year and the pump for 45 days. Orders ship direct from the manufacturer.
Keep a stock tank open and moving where there is no outlet to plug into. The Water Rippler – Solar Powered floats on the surface and runs off your own 12V battery and solar panels, so it works at a remote tank or anywhere a cord will not reach.
Moving water slows ice in winter. In summer it disrupts algae growth, breaks up the still water where mosquitoes lay eggs and keeps the top layer cooler. Livestock are drawn to moving water and tend to drink more in hot weather.
A 12V DC, 50 watt pump pulls water through an attached filter screen and pushes it out through four high-velocity caps, keeping the whole surface moving. It performs well down to about 0°F. In colder weather an ice layer forms on top while the water beneath keeps circulating, which limits thick buildup. The Water Rippler manages ice, it does not eliminate it, and results vary with wind, tank size, insulation, location and humidity. For a smaller tank or a gentler flow, swap in the two blank caps or remove caps entirely.
The pump draws 50 watts, so a month of running around the clock is about 36 kWh. A 1,500 watt tank heater running around the clock would use 1,080 kWh. Heaters cycle on a thermostat, so their real use is lower, but even at six hours a day the gap is large. Your electric rate sets the dollars; here is the math at two common rates.
| Electric rate | Water Rippler, 24 h a day | 1,500 W heater, 6 h a day | 1,500 W heater, 24 h a day |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.15 per kWh | $5.40 a month | $40.50 a month | $162 a month |
| $0.20 per kWh | $7.20 a month | $54.00 a month | $216 a month |
30-day month. 50 W x 24 h x 30 = 36 kWh; 1,500 W x 6 h x 30 = 270 kWh; 1,500 W x 24 h x 30 = 1,080 kWh. The maker quotes up to 97% lower running cost than a 1,500 watt heater, which is this same math with both running all the time. The Rippler slows ice rather than removing it, so some owners still run a heater during the coldest stretches.
All three models share the same 12" x 12" HDPE body, the same 50 watt 12V DC pump with filter screen, and the same cap set. They differ only in how you power them.
Swipe sideways to compare all three.
| Electric | Solar (this page) | Dual Power | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power source | Standard 120V outlet through the included outdoor-rated AC/DC converter | Your own 12V battery and solar panels | Either one: outlet or your solar setup |
| Cords in the box | 6 ft power cord and AC/DC converter | 6 ft power cord and 15 ft solar cable with ring terminals | 6 ft power cord, AC/DC converter and 15 ft solar cable |
| You supply | An outlet, GFCI recommended | Battery, panels and an MPPT charge controller | An outlet, or battery, panels and controller |
| Best for | Tanks by the barn or anywhere a cord reaches | Remote tanks with no outlet nearby | Tanks that move between the barn and the pasture, or keeping both options open |
| Page | Water Rippler – Electric Powered | You are here | Water Rippler – Dual Power |
| Tank | Units | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 100 to 500 gallons | 1 | Keep at least 12 inches of water in the tank for the pump |
| Over 500 gallons | 2 | Each unit needs its own power connection; plan a 10 ft extension for the far one |
| Under 100 gallons | Ask first | The maker recommends the unit for 100 gallons and up. Call 1-888-249-7412 before ordering for a smaller tank |
This model ships without a battery, solar panels or charge controller. You supply all three. The manufacturer's suggested setup, from a Wyoming solar installer, is at least 260 amp-hours of 12V battery wired in parallel for one to two days without sun, at least 200 watts of panels (400 preferred, 800 ideal) and an MPPT charge controller. A local solar provider can confirm sizing for your area. If an outlet is within reach, look at the Electric or Dual Power model instead.
Water must be at least 12 inches deep for the pump. Use one unit for tanks of 100 to 500 gallons and two units above 500 gallons.
The pump is the only wear item. Running dry, dirty water and hard-water buildup shorten its life, so pull the unit when the tank is empty and store it clean and dry. The manufacturer covers defects in the body for 1 year and the pump for 45 days. Orders ship direct from the manufacturer.
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