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Latex & Rubber Teats
Latex (red or natural)
teats are easier for small lambs and kids
than rubber teats but they are less durable. So they’re the best
choice only until days 8-10.
Rubber teats
are the better option for lambs and kids over 10
days of age—who become aggressive when drinking. Those
with sharp teeth may chew through latex teats.
Latex Teat (red), 0.10 lb............................................................. #565400 $1.90 Latex Teat (natural), 0.10 lb....................................................... #565300 $1.90 Rubber Teat (red), 0.10 lb.......................................................... #565200 $1.45 Bucket Teat Unit Introduced by Premier 30 years ago. Has been the “gold standard” design ever since. (Beware of cheap clones.) Includes one red washer, but not a teat. Order a wrench (below) for easier assembly and disassembly. Bucket Teat Unit, 0.10 lb........................................................... #565000 $3.10 Extra Red Washer, 0.01 lb..........................................................#565100 $0.31 Premier Bucket Holder A welded wire bracket that holds round and square buckets securely. Hot-dip galvanized for longer life! Bucket Holder, 0.40 lb............................................................... #564700 $2.50 Easily drops in place onto wire panels (sold on p. 79) or 1" wood. Wrench (for Bucket Teat Unit) Flat shape fits in a pocket. See how to use it below. Wrench, 0.20 lb.............................#565010 $4.00Inside view of the bucket—
make sure
the valve is oriented downward and at
a slight angle. If your bucket is leaking,
you may need to use 2 washers.
1. Thread the nut onto the unit.
2. Hold the valve securely while
tightening nut with wrench.
nut valve washer premier1supplies.com • 1-800-282-663199
washer
valve
teat
1.5" dia holesnut
Step 5: Order a wire holder For hanging the bucket. Works with both wire and 1" thick wood panels.Latex
Rubber
Step 1: Choose bucket size 2 gallon and 4 gallon Square Buckets We prefer the 4 gallon —it’s better for large orphan groups. Also better for summer use because it has space for large ice containers to keep the milk cold, reducing risk of spoilage. 2 gallon —small, adaptable, easy to hang. Best for small orphan groups and winter-feeding a few lambs. Not large enough to hold ice containers ( see p. 98 ). The EzeLid (sold separately at left) will fit all square Premier buckets. Buckets (predrilled for teat units) We will predrill any of our square buckets with 1.5" dia holes (the size for our bucket teat units). Specify bucket size, location and number of holes. 2 gallon bucket (with predrilled holes), 0.85 lb....................... #564805 $8.50 4 gallon bucket (with predrilled holes), 2 lb............................#564804 $11.00 Buckets (without predrilled holes) If you drill your own holes, the hole should be 1.5" dia, 0.5" up from inside bottom. 2 gallon bucket (without predrilled holes), 0.85 lb................. #564801 $5.50 4 gallon bucket (without predrilled holes), 2 lb.......................#564800 $8.00 Buckets—without predrilled holes. Buckets—predrilled (1.5" holes) for up to 6 teat units on 3 sides.Step 2:
Select teat types
Use latex (red or natural) for first 10
days. Red rubber after 10 days.
Teats wear
out—it’s best to have a few extra on hand.
Step 3: How many teat units? A square bucket can hold up to 6 teat units if hung on the side of a pen, and 8 units will fit if it is secured in the middle of the pen. Step 4: Order a wrench Why? If you’ve tried to loosen the plastic nut after use, you’ll know that it’s more difficult to loosen than to tighten. So this is an essential tool. 6.25" long 1.5" dia holesInstalling the Bucket Teat Unit
How do I order an orphan feeding bucket?
A “must have”!