This Farm Innovators Multi Use Utility De-Icer is designed for efficient and reliable use around the home and farm. Constructed of cast aluminum for durability and ultimate performance, it features a thermostat control to operate only when necessary, saving energy. Suitable for 25-gallon stock tanks, buckets of all sizes, small animal drinkers, hog waterers, surface heating, and bird baths. The unit is safe to use in plastic containers and comes with a 1-year warranty for added peace of mind.