Silt Saver Compression Tube Conveniently sized weighted wattle for heavy-duty use.

The Silt Saver Compression Tube is a weighted sediment control wattle (5 feet in length and 9 inches in diameter) designed to dissipate stormwater velocity and retain sediment on construction sites and disturbed land areas. It serves as an environmentally responsible alternative to traditional silt fence, recycled rubber, or wire-based erosion control barriers.

The Compression Tube is filled with biodegradable, weed and seed free, kiln dried wood chips that are both environmentally safe and highly functional. The kiln drying process keeps the wattle lightweight at approximately 5 lbs./ft. during shipping and installation, while the chips absorb stormwater and expand the unit’s weight to approximately 14.5 lbs./ft. once deployed.

The Compression Tube ships with two compression stakes that apply added downward pressure to the wattle, firmly anchoring it to the ground surface and preventing stormwater from passing beneath it. This staking system enhances sediment retention performance even during high-flow storm events.

The Compression Tube is an eco-friendly alternative to silt fence, recycled rubber, and wire wattles, using biodegradable kiln dried wood chips instead of synthetic or metal materials. Its woven polypropylene geotextile fabric, integrated handles, and compression stakes make it easier to install, reposition, and maintain on active job sites.

Yes – the Compression Tube’s lightweight dry weight of approximately 5 lbs./ft. and its attached handles make placement and repositioning straightforward without heavy equipment. Its nominal 5-foot length and 9-inch diameter are sized for versatility across a range of erosion and sediment control applications.

Yes – the Silt Saver Compression Tube is sourced and manufactured entirely in America. This domestic production supports supply chain reliability and ensures consistent product quality for stormwater compliance applications.

The Compression Tube is uniquely distinguished by its compression stake system and kiln dried wood chip fill, which together provide superior ground contact and sediment retention compared to lighter-duty wattle options. For projects requiring alternative configurations, Silt Saver also offers the Chip 10 Wattle, High Velocity Ditch Check, Low Velocity Ditch Check, and Travel Lane Wattles to address a full range of stormwater management needs.