Ritchie Thermal Tube, 1Ft

Ritchie Thermal Tube, 1Ft

The Ritchie Thermal Tube (1 ft) is designed to permanently protect vertical water supply lines from freezing by surrounding the line with 2 inches of insulation on all sides. With an R-factor of 7 per inch and an optimized diameter based on testing (including work with Iowa State University) to maximize freeze protection, it’s a dependable add-on for cold-weather livestock watering setups.

Country of Origin: Varies by production batch

Key Features / Specifications

• Part Number: 18158
• Brand: Ritchie
• Product Type: Insulated thermal tube / water line freeze protection
• Use: Protects vertical water supply lines from freezing
• Insulation Thickness: 2" insulation all around
• Insulation Value: R-factor 7 per inch
• Outside Diameter: 12" OD
• Inside Diameter: 8" ID
• Design Notes: Sized based on testing to determine an optimal diameter for maximum water line protection (with assistance from Iowa State University testing)

Dimensions / Measurements

• Length: 12 in (30.48 cm)
• Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)
• Overall Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
• Shipping Weight: 7 lb (3.18 kg)

Ideal For

• Livestock watering systems with vertical water supply lines in freezing climates
• Adding insulation protection at risers for frost-prone installations
• Farms needing a permanent, set-and-forget freeze-protection solution
• New installs or retrofits where improved cold-weather reliability is critical