IX-NIPPLE-WATERING Nipple Drinking Systems Specifications, Operation & Selection Guide
A poultry nipple drinking system supplies regulated water through closed pipework and bird-activated nipples to reduce open-water contamination.
What is IX-NIPPLE-WATERING?
IX-NIPPLE-WATERING is an IXORTA nipple drinking systems. A poultry nipple drinking system supplies regulated water through closed pipework and bird-activated nipples to reduce open-water contamination. Its principal catalogue values are Catalogue variants: Metal Nipple; Metal Nipple Flex 360°; Plastic Nipple; Nipple K Flex 360°; Body materials: AISI 304 and/or engineered plastic by variant.
Start with the IXORTA Poultry & Feed product range, then use this model page to assess fit, operating needs and the information required for a quotation.
IX-NIPPLE-WATERING catalogue specifications
The values below come from the supplied 2026 IXORTA catalogue. Use them to build an initial shortlist, then confirm the exact configuration, options and acceptance criteria in the model-specific quotation.
| Catalogue variants | Metal Nipple; Metal Nipple Flex 360°; Plastic Nipple; Nipple K Flex 360° |
|---|---|
| Body materials | AISI 304 and/or engineered plastic by variant |
| Mounting holes | 8.0 or 8.8 mm by variant |
| Flow | Catalogue-listed ranges vary by nipple |
Before ordering: confirm the duty, usable capacity, overall dimensions, utilities, safety package, controls, attachments and documentation for the destination market. Download the division catalogue.
Where IX-NIPPLE-WATERING sits in the range
IX-NIPPLE-WATERING sits between the smaller and larger configurations in this 7-model range, making side-by-side specification comparison especially important.
Shortlist this model when the planned duty is close to its listed values. If the application regularly approaches a limit, compare the adjacent models below and ask IXORTA to check working margin, cycle expectations and future capacity.
How the IX-NIPPLE-WATERING works
A regulator lowers inlet pressure, water fills the square drinking line and each bird activates a nipple pin. Correct line height, pressure, flushing and flow selection are essential for age and bird type.
The safe sequence depends on the supplied guards, controls, utilities and attachments. Operators should follow the delivered manual, training and site risk assessment. For process examples and planning articles, continue to the IXORTA Poultry & Feed industry guides.
Manufacturing and acceptance checks
Review stainless or plastic nipple construction, pipe fit, pressure regulation, seals, flushing, flow consistency and leak testing.
A useful factory-acceptance record identifies the agreed configuration, principal components, inspection points, test material or load, observed results, open actions, documentation set, packing method and release approval. See IXORTA Poultry & Feed project scopes for the wider delivery context.
Applications and selection questions
Typical applications
- layer cages
- broiler systems
- rearing houses
- breeder projects
Confirm before selection
- bird type and age
- required flow range
- 360-degree activation need
- pipe size
- regulator layout
- water quality
A catalogue capacity alone is not enough. IXORTA should receive the normal and peak operating range, site conditions, utilities, operator experience, destination and delivery constraints before recommending a configuration. Review the division buyer FAQs before sending the enquiry.
Practical working sequence
- Define the job. Record material, load, output, quality and environmental requirements.
- Inspect before start. Check guards, fluids, fasteners, tooling or attachments, connections and the work area.
- Set the equipment. Apply the model manual, verified program or calibrated field setting.
- Prove at low risk. Run a dry cycle, first part, clean-water test or short field pass as appropriate.
- Monitor production. Watch load, sound, temperature, quality, flow, alignment and safety devices.
- Close and record. Isolate safely, clean, inspect wear and log service actions.
Use the project enquiry form to identify any required training, commissioning or operator documentation.
Maintenance priorities
- flush lines on schedule
- check end-of-line pressure
- replace leaking nipples
- clean filters and medicators
Intervals depend on operating hours, duty, dust, heat, water quality and the surrounding environment. The delivered manual and component schedules control the final service plan. Send spare-parts and service questions through the IXORTA contact page.
Project planning for Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iraq and hot-climate markets
Confirm bird type and age, house dimensions, summer design temperature, power and water reliability, ventilation duty, feed storage, emergency operation, automation level, biosecurity, inland route and installation responsibilities.
For a useful export quotation, include the destination port, inland route, unloading equipment, site access, local standards, document language, commissioning responsibility and critical spare-parts expectation. Browse regional project examples.
Request a IX-NIPPLE-WATERING quotation
Send the intended application, capacity, destination and site conditions. The request is routed to the IXORTA team with this division and model already identified.
Frequently asked questions about IX-NIPPLE-WATERING
What is the IX-NIPPLE-WATERING Nipple Drinking Systems used for?
A poultry nipple drinking system supplies regulated water through closed pipework and bird-activated nipples to reduce open-water contamination. Typical applications include layer cages, broiler systems, rearing houses, breeder projects.
How does the IX-NIPPLE-WATERING work?
A regulator lowers inlet pressure, water fills the square drinking line and each bird activates a nipple pin. Correct line height, pressure, flushing and flow selection are essential for age and bird type.
What are the catalogue specifications for IX-NIPPLE-WATERING?
Catalogue variants is Metal Nipple; Metal Nipple Flex 360°; Plastic Nipple; Nipple K Flex 360°; Body materials is AISI 304 and/or engineered plastic by variant; Mounting holes is 8.0 or 8.8 mm by variant; Flow is Catalogue-listed ranges vary by nipple. These are catalogue-listed reference values and must be confirmed in the final quotation.
What information should a buyer send for a IX-NIPPLE-WATERING quotation?
Send the application, required capacity, materials or operating conditions, utilities, destination country and port, site constraints, preferred options, project timing and installation expectations.
What should be checked before shipment?
The agreed configuration, safety equipment, dimensions, utilities, documentation, factory acceptance scope, packing, spare-parts list, installation responsibilities and destination requirements should be recorded before release.
Source and verification
This article is based on the IXORTA 2026 IXORTA Poultry & Feed catalogue. Final technical values, options, compliance, availability and performance acceptance criteria must be confirmed in the signed quotation.