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What to look for |
iFEED Feeders |
Other Plastic Feeders |
Steel Feeders |
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Can I be sure that feed
will not get jammed in the feeder? |
Yes. The iFEED horse feeder uses a
unique, patented release mechanism that is based on a "piston-like" action
so feed cannot get clogged or jammed. |
No. If the feeder uses a screw-action
feed release mechanism, feed becomes ground up eventually clogging the
feeder. |
No. If the feeder uses a screw-action
feed release mechanism, feed becomes ground up eventually clogging the
feeder. |
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Is the feeder rodent-proof? |
Yes. The iFEED feeders are manufactured
from 100% tough polypropylene and cannot be chewed through by rats and other
rodents. |
No. If the feeder is made from
polyethylene (typical for buckets and corner feeders), rats and other
rodents can chew through the plastic. |
Yes. |
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Is the feeder safe for your horse? |
Yes. The iFEED feeder's 100%
polypropylene construction means there are no sharp edges that can hurt your
horse. |
Yes. Plastic feeders are safer for your
horse. |
No. Your horse can be hurt if there are
metal edges that your horse can reach. |
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Is the power supply safe near your horse? |
Yes. The iFEED feeder runs from a
low-voltage (24V) power supply that is on only when the feeder is dispensing
feed. |
No. If the feeder uses regular 120V
power, your horse can be harmed if it manages to chew through the power
cable. |
No. If the feeder uses regular 120V
power, your horse can be harmed if it manages to chew through the power
cable. |
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Will the feeder last? |
Yes. The polypropylene material used in
the iFEED feeder is long-lasting, UV-resistant and is tough enough to resist
even the roughest horse. |
No. Standard polyethylene plastic can
easily be damaged by your horse chewing the feeder. |
Yes. |
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Can I run multiple feeders
from a single power outlet? |
Yes. A single power supply will run up to
16 individual feeders. |
No. If each feeder requires 120V, you
will need a separate power outlet for each feeder. |
No. If each feeder requires 120V, you
will need a separate power outlet for each feeder. |