Anyone know of some 12v water pumps that can produce a small trickle of water through a very small diameter tube. Interested in putting cattle on my property, but the water situation is difficult.
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Hi Scott. You might find this Edible Acres video useful, describing how they move water passively with small 12VDC bilge pumps and second-hand solar panels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KC0iWALT_s This shows a very frugal approach, and they have other videos showing different areas using similar setups. An important takeaway is that DC devices have a much wider range of tolerable voltage and current compared with AC devices, which is important if you are working across large distances and/or with less stable power supplies.
You asked about small diameter tubes. I'd think using standard hoses and fittings would make it easier to supply parts and repair as needed.
You could also consider using storage tanks like IBC totes on a trailer to move water around. "Energy-free livestock waterers" are another device worth being aware of, to provide water in freezing conditions.
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