electric fence product and reference guide
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1. Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B Patriot Insulators Able to be used with low impedance energizers Developed to complement Patriot s full range of energizers all of which are low impedance Made from quality plastic and porcelain materials that are UV stable and designed for long life Designed to be easily attached to compatible fence posts Deliver excellent arcing protection reducing risk of shorts on the fence Full range of options to cover most fence post and wire types Patriot extender insulators protect existing fences by extending electric fence barrier from existing wires All Patriot insulators come with a 5 YEAR WARRANTY Tried and tested to ensure reliability and durability Wrap Around T Post Pinlock Item 820017 Black 820018 Yellow Pinlock design allows easy removal of wires Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Special wrap design secures insulator to post y Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA 2 2in 5cm Wrap Around T Post Extender Item 820028 Black 820029 Yellow Protects existing fence by extending electric fence wire 2in 5cm off the T post Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Special wrap design secures insulator to post Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA PE ey This symbol indicates that these Patriot accessories are re2. PATRI T ELECTRIC FENCE PRODUCT AND REFERENCE GUIDE WWW PATRIOTGLOBAL COM rT a J u 7 gt Se N Kei s r uA i TR e res ae ss VD a PR mel 7 A at CONTROL WHEN YOU NEED IT WHEREVER THE TRAIL MAY TAKE YOU Checking voice mail responding to e mail sitting in meetings closing business deals and returning calls on your cell phone while stuck in traffic during the morning commute This is your life Monday through Friday and you thrive in it Your strong desire for success shows in your career and devotion to your family The same can be said about your passion for life out of the office You enjoy the peace and tranquility of living away from the city the radiant view of an evening sunset cattle grazing in the pasture taking leisurely horseback rides and having a few head of livestock you can call your own You take pride in this Your animals are of paramount importance to you After all they are part of your family and way of life now In order to relax and truly enjoy all that you have worked for you need to have peace of mind that your animals are safely contained kue z 3 a r SER Ses bee lt Fe ee Why use Electric Fencing An electric fence energizer can also be called a charger or controller takes electric energy from a power source and delivers it to a fence as pulses These pulses are commonly referred to as
3. Typically the type of post chosen provides a lower level of resistance than a smaller is determined by local availability and price gauge of wire and has sufficient capacity to carry the Our accessory product information page 15 24 indicates which accessories are suitable for the different post types Patriot Wrap Around Energizer Insulator ay Ground Rods Not drawn to scale Underground Ground rods should be Cable at least 10 feet apart electrical current of the fence Some people use a smaller gauge galvanized ga wire i e 14 ga 16 ga etc however these have higher levels of resistance do not allow you to achieve the maximum benefits of your energizer and your fence life may not be as long Aluminum wire is not the same as steel galvanized wire Small aluminum wire also has less resistance than comparable size steel wire Plasti Insulator k i AStIC Wood Post T Post Rod Post Cut Out End Sein Insulator Tube Switch Insulator In Line Strainer Joint Spring Clip Clamp Strainer EH FenceAlert Eram H aa een e j ii eee 4 SRY RAII TII RII AN IRI TYI ROK T EZATT SOE SOE SOE ME ORE ji x Fence Post Fence Posts H Brace with wood posts and metal pipe Metal pipe can be used instead of wood posts Along fence line Can be wood or steel Insulator style and type may vary depending on individual need and type of post See pages 15 24 for a complete range of Patriot Insul
4. earth terminals Is the voltage reading normal Faulty energizer Contact your local Dealer Service Agent Energizer may be inadequate to power the fence Try a more powerful energizer Look for fault Faulty broken insulators Examine ground system Wire breaks Shorts on the fence Poor joints Turn energizer off and then reconnect to fence Turn the energizer back on Measure the voltage at the energizer Is the voltage reading normal for your fence On other occasions has the voltage reading been higher Has the fence line been extended Lead out faults the fence pages 29 30 or contact your local Patriot dealer for assistance Refer to the Grounding and Testing section of this brochure pages 30 31 4 Vegetation touching gt Test the voltage reading at the ground system2 Is the voltage reading less than 0 3 kV Examine the ground system3 It may be faulty or inadequate FIX FAULT Compare this voltage reading to the voltage output on the user manual or Energizers section of this brochure pages 9 14 There are different ways a ground system can be set up To find out the best way to test the voltage reading of your ground system see Refer to Animal Considerations section page 6 for more information on recommended minimum fence voltage for animal containment Always check that the fault has been fixed correctly If fault is still present return to
5. storage capacitor s in between output pulses unit of power One watt is one joule per second unit of electrical pressure Sometimes it is stated as kV or kilovolts which is equal to 1 000 volts electrical pressure causing current to flow Notes 34 Tru Test Inc 528 Grant Road Mineral Wells Texas 76067 USA Toll Free 800 874 8494 P 940 327 8020 F 940 327 8048 PATRI T WWW PATRIOTGLOBAL COM Although the information presented in this product catalog is believed to be accurate and reliable no responsibility for inaccuracies can be assumed by Tru Test Limited Performance data is typical only and variations due to component manufacturing tolerances are normal Tru Test Limited reserves the right at any time to change performance characteristics or specifications without prior notice Tru Test Limited 2007 201 2 All rights reserved 07 1 2 For information on other quality Tru Test Group brands and products visit www tru test com
6. Along with your fence layout diagram please use our handy checklist page 5 to put together a list of items required to build your electric fence TEMPORARY FENCE AREA E Li E a Energizer and Ground System Energizer and Ground System PERMANENT FENCE AREA End Post Line Post X Corner Post Temporary Post Step Three SELECT YOUR ENERGIZER AND ACCESSORIES Electric Fence Checklist Once you have sketched your fence you are ready to create a list of all the components and tools you require to construct your fence To help you with this we have included a basic electric fence calculation and components list First you need to measure the perimeter of the area that will be fenced Once you have done this you will be able to work out the amount of fence wire you require You do this by multiplying the length of your fence by the number of wires you plan to use For example if your fence perimeter is 500 feet and will have four wires the length of fence wire you require is 2 000 feet Please also see pages 25 28 for more things to consider when planning a permanent temporary or solar electric fence Selecting an Energizer Power Source Select an electric fence energizer power source based on your fencing situation For example a traditional AC 110 V plug in energizer is great if you need a very
7. Rod Clamp Item SA112 Fence wire Underground cable Secures underground cable to ground rod Suitable for most ground rods Available in 2 per bag Joint Clamp Item 809984 Fence wire Underground cable steel aluminum wire Holds multiple fence wires or underground cables to provide electrical connection Solid zinc for long life and excellent conductivity Available in 5 per bag General Accessories Brace Pins 6ft Ground Rod Item SA110 Fence wire Underground cable Galvanized steel for long life Sold individually Rod clamp not included Secures horizontal brace post to upright brace posts in corner and brace post assemblies Galvanized for rust resistance and long life Patriot Brace Pins come with a 5 year warranty 5in use with anchor posts 10in use with vertical brace posts 5in 13cm Brace Pin Item 814218 For use with wood posts r Available in 5 per box 10in 26cm Brace Pin Item 814219 For use with wood posts Available in 5 per box Warning Sign Item 809700 Yellow Clips onto electric fence wire to create clear warning for safety Installs on most electric fence wires Sold individually Cut out Switch Item 817216 Black Can be used with wood posts and metal pipes Use to isolate sections of fence Stainless steel fittings for positive non corrosive contac
8. electric fence In damp conditions when an electric current passes through the differing metals electrolysis will occur For example using stainless steel ground rods and aluminum lead out wire will cause problems Ina short space of time the aluminum will disintegrate If possible keep the wire joints above the soil to improve airflow and reduce electrolysis Seal the wire joints with thick paint epoxy or tar to keep moisture away from the joint area Using identical metals in your electric fence will avoid problems with electrolysis altogether PERMANENT ELECTRIC FENCING GUIDE A permanent electric fence is a great choice that if built properly can last up to 40 years with only limited routine maintenance It is the most common type of electric fence and works exceptionally well to contain all types of livestock and keep out most predators Things to Consider Converting a barbed wire Or woven wire fence Do you already have a good barbed wire or woven wire fence but want to make it electric Note You should never try to electrify the existing barbed or woven wire as it is too dangerous for your livestock and not very effective Patriot Wood Post Extenders pages 16 17 and T Post Extenders page 15 allow you to maintain your current fence structure while adding high tensile wire poliwire Yin politape or polirope to make it electric This is a safe and highly effective way to convert a barbed or woven
9. use with Sentinel Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts 6 stainless steel conductors flexible woven for strength and easy handling Polirope Item 821450 White 660ft 200m For use with Sentinel Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts and Equine Range insulators 6 strands of durable stainless steel conductors tightly woven for superior strength ey This symbol indicates that these Patriot accessories are recommended for equine use Leads and Hardware Jumper Leads Item 810836 Fence wire Poliwire polirope braid politape in Needed to ensure quality connections in temporary fencing Sold individually Energizer to Wide Tape Connector Item 814702 Fence wire Politape Yzin and 1 in Easily connects energizer to politape Sold individually Energizer to Rope Braid Connector Item 814709 Fence wire Polirope braid Easily connects energizer to polirope or braid Sold individually Wide Tape Joiner Item 814602 Fence wire Politape Yzin and 1 2in Connects sections of politape together Sold individually Tape to Tape Connector Item 814822 Fence wire Politape Yzin and 1 2in Allows the electricity from one politape strand to be transmitted vertically to the politape strand below Sold individually Rope to Rope Connector Item 814708 Fence wire Polirope braid Allows
10. 1 White For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Creates corners and termination in electric fences Use on fence ends curves and corners Fire resistant Available in 10 per box Porcelain Screw In Large Item 814207 White For use with wood posts Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Suitable for use as a line or corner post insulator Fire resistant Available in 25 per box Heavy Duty U Porcelain Item 814211 White For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Effective end strain for termination of electric fence wires Fire resistant Available in 10 per box Rod Post Insulators 1 in 40mm Tape Item 816066 White Fence wire Politape Yin and 1 2in Fits posts in 6mm to in 19mm in diameter e 7 Available in 25 per bag Chain Link Insulators 3 2in 90mm Chain Link Item 816065 Black 819056 Yellow Fence wire Poliwire steel aluminum wire Extends electric fence wire 3 in 90mm from chain link fence Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B AVAILABLE IN YELLOW Bullnose Porcelain Item 814206 White For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Effective end strain for termination of electric fences Fire resistant Available i
11. 5B PE10B 819957 819958 819959 819962 819963 2 miles 5 miles 10 miles 5 miles 10 miles DBTANSE KANGE 8 acres 20 acres 40 acres 20 acres 40 acres L PEAK OUTPUT O ENERGY UP TO 0 1 J 0 2 J 0 3 J 0 2 J 0 3 J z PEAK STORED 2 ENERGY UP TO 0 16J 0 32J 0 49 J 0 32 J 0 49 J T OUTPUT VOLTAGE 5 KV MAX 5 KV MAX 5 KV MAX 5 KV MAX 5 KV MAX UP TO 2 8 kV 500 0 3 2 kv 500 QO 3 5 kv Qg 500 0 3 2 kv 500 0 3 5kV 5000 a G CURRENT CONSUMPTION MA n a n a n a 24 MA 36 mA N AJ Vv Pet and Garden Kit 820963 All you need to build a quick basic electric fence Great for yards flower and vegetable gardens and other similar areas Safely contains pets and deters small nuisance animals Kit includes 110 V Patriot PE2 energizer 10 x 28 5 posts with 4 preset clips on each post for quick installation 100ft of green poliwire ground rod and fence connectors step by step instructions and sturdy box to store kit when not in use Can also be used with Patriot SolarGuard 50 PE5B or PE10B Battery energizers sold separately U lt gt FE a gt N vs m gt Q m U O Teee seee bes eea aeae ee meee pea a a tee ee 7773 e o a Fe GE et te ete BETTER AC 110 V Features benefits Powered by 110 V plug Robust covered knob design Easy installation and good wire connection Low impedance energizer Designed to deliver power to the end of the f
12. 65 miles 1 DISTANCE RANGE 60 acres 100 acres 165 acres 200 acres PEAK OUTPUT ENERGY UP TO 0 5J 1 0J 2 0J 3 0J PEAK STORED ENERGY UP TO 0 7 J 1 4J 27 ABE OUTPUT 8 0 KV MAX 9 7 KV MAX 10 5KV MAX 11 0 KV MAX VOLTAGE UP TO A5kV 5000 54kV 5000 60kV 5000 64kV 5000 CURRENT CONSUMPTION 45 mA 90 mA 170 mA 300 mA RECOMMENDED SOLAR PANEL 10 watt 10 watt 20 watt 30 watt Table represents typical values Actual range depends on many factors including fence and farm conditions P30 Most powerful energizer in the lineup with the greatest range and livestock control Replacement parts Power Cord 804129 Replacement power cord for P5 P10 P20 and P30 Dual Purpose energizers 12 V Leadset 807396 Replacement battery leads for P5 P10 P20 and P30 Dual Purpose energizers SOLAR Features benefits Fully portable All in One compact design Comes with an internal battery and solar panel providing a convenient all in one energizer Solar powered Energy efficient solar panel charges the internal battery to power the fence line Internal rechargeable battery Solar power recharges the battery as required to support long battery life Flashing red light Indicates at a glance the energizer is working and powering the fence Battery Battery saving mode maximizes battery life Low impedance energizer Designed to deliver power to the end of the fence even under heavy load e g foliage unde
13. N NAN NMIAN SY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY AVA ANY ANY ANY KANG AN ANA ANG ANY Ground return lt Ground Systems ground wire return A ground wire return system is recommended where soil is not conductive most dry or sandy soils are not conductive The fence is constructed using both live and ground wires When an animal touches a live anda ground wire at the same time the circuit is completed and the animal gets a shock Ground Wire Return af Patriot Energizer LO Of Ground Earth NEAN SMAS SAN VY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANY ANG AN N ANY ANY ANY ANY Ground return 30 Selecting a Site for the Ground System A suitable place for the ground system is At least 33ft 10m away from any other ground system i e telephone house power line etc Away from livestock or other traffic that could interfere with the installation Where the system can easily be accessed for maintenance Ideally where there is damp soil all year round i e a shaded area or under the drip line of a building NOTE If it is not possible to locate the ground system in close proximity to the energizer you may be able to use the existing fence line to connect to a remote ground system In dry weather it may be necessary to water the ground system in order to improve soil conductivity Setting up a Ground System Ground rods The number of ground rods required de
14. NERGY UP TO 0 12 J 0 5 J 1 2 1 9J PEAK STORED ENERGY UP TO 0 16 J 0 67 J 17 2 7 J CURRENT CONSUMPTION 7 24 mA 50 mA 110 mA 170 mA RECOMMENDED SOLAR PANEL n a 10 watt 10 watt 20 watt Table represents typical values Actual range depends on many factors including fence and farm conditions sLondodd BEST DUAL PURPOSE Features benefits Multiple power options Dual purpose feature allows energizer to run on 110 V plug or 12 V deep cycle marine type battery Solar compatible Solar panel charges a 12 V deep cycle marine type battery to power the Patriot Dual Purpose energizer and fence line Ideal for remote areas where AC 110 V power is not available Low impedance energizer Designed to deliver power to the end of the fence even under heavy load e g foliage undergrowth P10 Ideal unit for smaller applications strip grazing LED indicator Robust design LED indicator pulses when energizer is working Easy safe installation and good wire connection Easy mounting option fence wire Unique clip on wire feature allows mounting on 2 year full replacement warranty includes lightning Sold separately P20 Great choice for fencing a small Greater range for more number of livestock acres and a larger number and portable fencing of livestock Quick Comparison Table P5 P10 P20 P30 803401 803402 803403 805153 15 miles 30 miles 50 miles
15. al an electric shock electrical current produced by the energizer must complete a circuit The current from the energizer flows along the wires through the animal s body down through the soil to the ground system then back up to the energizer If the ground system isn t working properly the animal won t get an effective shock What factors will affect the Ground System Dry sandy and non conductive soil types limit the current flow to the ground rods If you have soil that is not well suited to grounding use additional ground rods choose a better location for the ground system or use an alternate method of grounding such as a ground wire return Vegetation touching the live fence wires allows current to leak causing the fence to short and voltage to drop Check the fence regularly to make sure that long grass and overhanging branches are not touching the live fence wire Using a mixture of metals in the ground system will lead to electrolysis This may cause the parts of the ground system to disintegrate in a short period of time For example never use copper wire with galvanized ground rods Choosing the Right Ground System Ground Systems all live An all live ground system is recommended where soil is conductive most moist soils are conductive When an animal standing on the soil touches the fence the circuit is completed and the animal gets a shock All Live of Patriot Energizer a su SA
16. ators 1 H brace for the start of a 5 wire fence 2 T Post along the line of a 5 wire fence 3 Wood post along the line of a 5 wire fence TEMPORARY ELECTRIC FENCING GUIDE A temporary electric fence works well for maintaining a small number of livestock for relatively short periods of time The fence can be quickly constructed and moved as often as needed Temporary electric fences are terrific choices for cattle and horses They are sufficient for sheep and goats but require more work and greater attention to detail i e wire spacing available posts line tension etc Temporary electric fences are also excellent for overnight trail rides to control horses and on camping trips to keep unwanted animals away from your camp site Fence posts poliwire in a knot The electrical current can then pass through wires Temporary electric fences are generally constructed with either Sentinel Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts For Yin politape or 1 in politape you can also use the page 23 For more information on these products Patriot Wide Tape Joiner page 24 contact your nearest Patriot dealer Can a temporary fence be used Fence wire as a boundary fence For temporary fences good poliwire polirope No a temporary fence is not suitable for a boundary or politape page 23 with at least 6 strands of fence A permanent fence is a much better choice conductors are the best choice No Kick Handle All Patriot temporary fencing
17. commended for equine use 5in 13cm Wrap Around T Post Extender Item 820021 Black 820022 Yellow Protects existing fence by extending electric fence wire 5in 13cm off the T post Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Special wrap design secures insulator to post Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B T Post Topper Item 814705 White Fence wire Poliwire polirope braid politape Vain and 1 2in coated sighter wire Available 10 per bag Wood Post Insulators Wood Post Claw Item 820023 Black 820024 Yellow Can also be used with metal pipes Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA 2 Wood Post Square Item 820032 Black Fence wire Poliwire thin gauge steel aluminum wire Economical single nail installation Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA 2in 5cm Wood Post Slant Nail Item 820030 Black 820031 Yellow Protects existing fence by extending electric fence wire 2in 5cm off the wood post Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B 5in 13cm Back Side T Post Extender Item 820035 Black 820036 Yellow Protects existing fence by extending electric fence wire 5in 13cm off the back side of the T post Fence
18. d Fence Tools pg 22 Animal Considerations Keep In Fence Voltage Characteristics Tips Recommended Minimum Beef Cattle 2 000 3 000 V Bulls require a higher voltage as more aggressive Dairy Cattle 2 000 V If kept separately calves and heifers require lower wires and less spacing Horses 2 000 3 000 V Intelligent learn quickly easy to control A fence made of politape wire or rope is less likely to injure if a spooked horse tries to run through it Llamas 4 000 5 000 V Thick coats insulate from electric shocks so require higher voltage Deer and Elk 4 000 5 000V Spook easily and jump higher than most other animals Above head height electric high tensile fence recommended Space wires close enough to prevent stepping through or heads between wires Sheep 4 000 5 000 V Wool insulates from electric shocks so require higher voltage Goats 4 000 5 000 V Some species have thick insulating coats requiring higher voltage Tend to test fences space wires low to ground and high enough to prevent being jumped Pigs 2 000 V Start wires close to ground as rooting animal and finish at nose level Pets 700 1 000 V Start wires close to ground Keep Out Wild Hogs 5 000 V Aggressive and persistent Deter from rooting by starting wires close to ground Wolves and 4 000 5 000 V Very thick insulating fur requires high voltage Can dig to reach prey so place Coyotes first wire low to the ground Bears 5 000 V Thick insulating fur
19. ding lightning PBX Range Battery 12 V deep cycle marine type battery Battery saving mode maximizes battery life Battery and fence lead sets included Solar compatible Solar panel charges a 12 V battery to power the energizer and fence line Ideal for remote areas where AC 110 V power is not available Low maintenance design Simple operation Robust covered knob design Easy installation and good wire connection Multiple mounting options Easily mounts on wall wood post or T post PB12 PBX50 Ideal for smaller fence lines Ideal for small remote areas or quick PB12 Simple set up Clips directly onto fence wire for added convenience On Off switch Turns energizer off for easy relocation and battery Saving Versatile power options Can be powered externally 6 9 or 12 V or internally 4 x 1 5V D size batteries Automatic recharge Automatically uses excess stored energy to recharge itself thus extending battery life Optional tread in stand Allows energizer to be installed securely in any location PB12 with stand Sold separately t When operating on fence with low loads PBX120 PBX200 Suited for farms with small numbers Ideal for medium to large farms with a larger number temporary fences of livestock of livestock Quick Comparison Table PB12 PBX50 PBX120 PBX200 820947 818350 818351 818352 DISTANCE RANGE 1 ee E PEAK OUTPUT E
20. e built on the foundation of providing you the flexibility to enjoy your lifestyle with a sleek design that matches your need for simplicity reliability and performance all at an outstanding value Patriot electric fence products are the result of nearly 70 years of experience from one of the world s leading electric fence manufacturers Tru Test Group Throughout this brochure you will see our commitment to research and product innovation You will also see our dedication to providing you with the knowledge tools and support to help you build the best electric fence for your needs If you have any questions not covered in this brochure please visit our website www patriotglobal com or contact your nearest Patriot dealer Patriot Promotes Safety First Before you begin installation of your electric fence check the local zoning law guidelines for your area Most importantly check with your local utility companies to identify any buried cables or natural gas lines on or near your property before you start any digging STEP ONE Select the electric fence for your needs STEP TWO Plan your electric fence layout STEP THREE Select your Energizer and Accessories Electric Fence Checklist Animal Considerations Energizers Small Acreages AC 110 V Battery Dual Purpose Solar Accessories Insulators Underground Cable Gate Planning Fence Hardware Clamps and Rods General Accessories Management T
21. ence Multiple mounting options even under heavy load e g foliage undergrowth Easily mounts on wall wood post or T post Low maintenance design 2 year full replacement warranty Simple operation including lightning LED indicator LED indicator pulses when energizer is working PMX50 PMX120 PMX200 PMX450 Ideal for smaller Suited for farms Ideal for medium Provides more power Suitable for fence lines with small numbers to large farms with for those slightly larger large farms of livestock a larger number of farm areas livestock Quick Comparison Table PMX50 PMX120 PMX200 PMX350 PMX450 816863 816864 816865 816867 816868 15 miles 30 miles 50 miles 65 miles 80 miles 1 DANE RANGE 60 acres 100 acres 165 acres 200 acres 250 acres PEAK OUTPUT ENERGY UP TO 0 5J T2 2 0J 35 45 J PEAK STORED ENERGY UP TO 0 85 J 1 7 3 0 J 6 4 J 6 8 J OUTPUT VOLTAGE 10 0 kV MAX 10 2 kV MAX 9 5 kV MAX 10 2 kV MAX 9 6 kV MAX UP TO 4 8 kv 500 2 5 5 kV 500 0 5 7 kv 5002 6 2 kV 500 0 6 5 kv 500 Q Table represents typical values Actual range depends on many factors including fence and farm conditions 11 BETTER BATTERY Features benefits Portable convenient energizer Low impedance energizer Designed to deliver power to the end of the fence even under heavy load e g foliage undergrowth LED indicator LED indicator pulses when energizer is working 2 year full replacement warranty inclu
22. essories are fully insulated and designed for long life and ease of use UV stable they all come with a 1 year warranty Gate Handles and Gate Accessories 16ft 5m Spring Gate Item 809983 Yellow Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire politape Yin For use with electric fence energizers creates a quick and easy gate Spring and activator included Sold individually Rubber Handle Item 809925 Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire politape Yin Convenient solution to electrify gate ways Sold individually T Post Gate Anchor Insulator Item 814210 Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Economical option for building a gate between T posts Available in 2 per bag Gate Handle Item 817217 Black Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire politape Yin Fully insulated handle with non slip grip and galvanized spring used to electrify gate ways Sold individually No Kick Handle Item 810838 Fence wire Poliwire polirope politape steel aluminum wire Fully insulated handle used to safely hold electrified wires Wood Post Gate Anchor Insulator Item 814212 Black Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Economical option for building a gate between wood posts Available in 2 per bag Fence Hardware Strainers Patri
23. gy pages 12 13 as well as integrated solar systems page 14 What you will need Energizer Select your energizer based on the area you need to fence It is important that you have adequate power or you risk weak spots in your fence which could allow animals to escape or enter Battery Stores the energy harnessed by the solar panel Patriot Dual Purpose and Battery energizers are designed to run with 12 V deep cycle marine type batteries sold separately The size of the 12 V battery must suit the current consumption mA of your chosen energizer See the quick comparison tables pages 10 12 and 13 for the current consumption mA of your chosen energizer The 12 V battery must also have sufficient storage capacity to power the energizer during periods of reduced sunlight for example in cloudy weather Consult energizer user manual for recommended battery type Solar Panel Captures and processes light from the sun Select your panel s based on the power of your energizer and battery system Note larger energizers and battery systems require larger solar panels Regulator An important component where external solar panels are connected to battery energizers It limits the voltage to prevent overcharging of the battery Grounding As with other types of electric fence systems it is important to ground your solar electric fence pages 30 31 Contact your local Patriot dealer for assistance in
24. hed directly to the fence wire If you are using the Patriot PS5 SolarGuard 50 or SolarGuard 155 these are most effective if placed along the middle of the fence with the panel facing towards the South Your choice of fence energizer depends on the following key factors Length of your fence Number of wires Power source Type of animal contained or excluded In all cases refer to your energizer s user manual for specific installation instructions and always mount out of reach of children and animals Can use more than one Energizer Yes you can use more than one energizer but each must be on a separate fence system NEVER connect more than one energizer to the SAME FENCE Energizer Selection Chart Model Power Animals Controlled General Fence Range x 110V BATTERY SOLAR z PMX450 mald E in PEE GE 5 PMX350 PY rf me of oO eee 200 Acres 7 P30 E AeA Aer e 2 P20 H w H Were eee me x PBX200 Po re or ees ey in PMX200 adala we PEE re 5 P10 RC ew Hee or O PBX120 PW ree Hee 100 Acres T JJ PMX120 y adala S RA PEE 1R P5 PT ef ve we ree AE PBX50 mo S RO ee ee aaa PMX50 y PT tf oe ee Hee P PB12 PY Tf m Hees nere PE10B PT rf me Hees D PE10 PY tf m Hee none a D E mr etm Hee 40 Acres eels alak E PPE FRE PES y amery ENS paR m E a Hee iS PE2 Wewy cain PS5 Solar w C amp ey cor NOTE Range claims are a general gu
25. ide and based on single wire weed free fences Actual range claims depend on many factors including fence and farm conditions livestock type and environment Solar panel wattage numbers are general recommendations and may vary based on geography Please consult your local electric fence professional to determine the best solar panel for your farm All Patriot energizers are low impedance GOOD SMALL ACREAGES Features benefits Low impedance energizer AC 1 10 V Designed to deliver power to the end of the fence Powered by 110 V plu even under heavy load e g foliage undergrowth y p ug Low maintenance design Battery Simple operation LED indicator LED indicator pulses when energizer is working Powered by 6 V or 12 V battery Battery Battery saving mode maximizes battery life Robust covered knob design Battery lead set included Easy installation and good wire connection 1 year full replacement warranty including lightning Sold separately AC 110 V PE2 PE5 PE10 Ideal for fencing small properties up to 20 acres Ideal for fencing small properties up to 40 acres Ideal for containing pets and keeping out small nuisance animals Battery PESB Ideal for fencing small properties up to 20 acres where AC 110 V power is not available PE10B Ideal for fencing small properties up to 40 acres where AC 110 V power is not available Quick Comparison Table PE2 PES PE10 PE
26. n 10 per box Porcelain Screw In Small Item 814208 White For use with wood posts Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Suitable for use as a line or corner post insulator Fire resistant Available in 25 per box Woodpost Porcelain with Nail Item 814213 White For use with wood posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Effective as a line insulator Fire resistant Available in 25 per box Screw On Item 820019 Black 820020 Yellow Fence wire Poliwire politape Yin polirope steel aluminum wire Fits posts in 6mm to 7 i6in 14mm in diameter Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA 2 SIIHOSSIDDV SLINGOUd SYOLVINSNI 19 Underground Cable Use as a lead out wire to connect your fence energizer with your electric fence wires Depending on location it may also be required underneath both electric gates and non electrified metal gates to maintain electric circuit connection Gate Planning Underground Cable 50ft 15m Item 809731 Black Double insulated with 10 gauge galvanized wire UV stable for long life Available in 50ft roll When planning your electric fence layout give thought to the location of your gates Ideally place where animals people and equipment need easy access to pasture or farm buildings such as stables and barns Patriot Gate Handles and Gate Acc
27. n also be used with metal pipes Fence wire Politape Yzin and 1 2in Available in 2 per bag End Strain Insulators End Strain Item 809981 Black For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Effective end strain for termination of electric fence wire Available in 10 per bag Corner Insulator Item 814715 Black 819054 Yellow For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire Poliwire steel aluminum wire Economical solution to create corners in electric fences Available in 10 per bag Ring Insulator Tool Item 815042 Installs and removes Patriot Ring Insulators from fence posts Jumbo Wood Post Claw Item 814718 White Can also be used with metal pipes Fence wire Poliwire polirope braid steel aluminum wire Available in 25 per bag 1 in 40mm Tape Wood Post Item 814596 White Can also be used with metal pipes Fence wire Politape 2in and 1 2in Available in 25 per bag 24in 61cm Wrap Around Item 811413 Black For use with wood posts metal pipes and T posts Fence wire steel aluminum wire Economical solution to create corners in electric fences Available in 10 per bag ey This symbol indicates that these Patriot accessories are recommended for equine use Porcelain Insulators Porcelain Donut Item 81251
28. nce Lead set 812229 Table represents typical values Actual range depends on many factors including fence and farm conditions Lead set for PS5 SolarGuard 50 or SolarGuard 155 Solar Energizer sLondoddd 15 ACCESSORIES Insulators An important part of your electric fence system insulators are used to fasten electrified wires to your fence posts An insulator s job is to allow electricity to continue through the wire without any loss of energy to a post Made from materials that do not conduct electricity mainly plastic or porcelain a good quality long life insulator is necessary for the performance efficiency and longevity of your electric fence If you are using a low impedance fence energizer you will also need insulators that provide excellent arcing protection due to the high energy output of these energizers How to select your Insulator Available in many styles firstly identify insulators that fit your post type From these select the right insulator that works with your selected wire and energizer T Post Insulators Screw On Item 816064 Black 819047 Yellow Fence wire Poliwire politape polirope steel aluminum wire Secure fit for all T post sizes Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B Wrap Around T Post Claw Item 820015 Black 820016 Yellow Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Special wrap design secures insulator to post
29. ools Tread Ins Reels Poli Products Leads and Hardware STEP FOUR Installing your fence STEP FIVE Grounding and testing Troubleshooting Additional Information 11 12 13 14 15 19 19 20 21 21 22 23 23 23 24 25 30 32 33 Step One The best electric fence is the one that is suited to your requirements The table below outlines the 3 main types of electric fence structures as a starting point to help you identify which fence type best suits your needs Duration Of Fence Placement Ease Of Construction Recommended For Containment Area Primary Need Key Benefits Portable Temporary Short moves frequently Simple and fast Horses cows pets garden and small nuisance animals Short small Temporary containment intensive grazing Easy to install use and move Main Fence Components Post Type Wire Type Energizer Type Tread in rod steel or fiberglass posts Poliwire tape rope or braid Solar dual purpose AC 110 V battery Semi Permanent Permanent 1 20 Years Easy to medium Deer horses cows sheep goats pigs exotics llamas emus etc predators Unlimited Pastures and cross fencing Can use any combination of post type and conductive wire Wood posts T posts rod posts metal pipes Poliwire tape or rope steel aluminum wire Solar dual purpose AC 110 V battery This time frame indicates the expected fence life using q
30. oot and insulated top Measures 41in in total height 34in height above ground Poli Products Reels Fence Reel Item 809711 Fence wire Poliwire polirope politape Yin Holds 1650ft 500m poliwire 660ft 200m Yin politape or 400ft 120m polirope Use with carry handle or on a mounting post High quality UV stabilized bobbin for long life Politape not included Corrosion resistant galvanized steel frame and winding handle Sold individually Patriot Poli Products are compatible with Sentinel Heavy Duty Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts above and made from long life UV stabilized yarn colored white for greater visibility All come with a 1 year UV guarantee Poliwire Item 821449 White 660ft 200m 821448 White 1650ft 500m For use with Sentinel Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts 6 stainless steel conductors flexible woven for strength and easy handling Politape 1 2in Item 821453 White 660ft 200m For use with Sentinel Tread In or Pigtail Tread In posts and Equine Range insulators 6 stainless steel conductors flexible woven for strength and easy handling Poliwire Tensioner Item 820150 For tensioning poli electric fences Fence wire Poliwire politape Y2in Non conductive and easy to use UV stable for long life Politape Yin Item 821451 White 660ft 200m 821452 White 1320ft 400m For
31. ot Strainers are used to increase tension on medium to high strain fences Patriot Strainers can be added to your electric fence without cutting wire or used to join wire Rust resistant and easy to use Patriot strainers are designed for long life and come with a 1 year warranty In Line Strainer Item 815453 Fence wire steel aluminum wire Tighten with drive ratchet Strainer Tensioner Handle Item 814209 For use with Patriot Spring Clip Strainer Crimping Sleeves Spring Clip Strainer Item 809813 Fence wire steel aluminum wire Joins high tensile wire strands together Use Patriot 4 Slot Crimp Tool to crimp 1 2 Crimp Sleeve Item 814231 25 Joins 14 or 16 gauge high tensile wire 3 4 Crimp Sleeve a Item 814234 10 5 Joins 10 or 11 gauge wire as well as 14 or 15 gauge barbed wire 3 4 Crimp Line Tap aug Item 814236 10 Joins 9 to 12 5 gauge wire as well as 12 5 gauge barbed wire VJ Hi Tensile Wire Cutter Item 814237 Fence wire steel aluminum wire 2 3 Crimp Sleeve Item 814232 25 814233 100 a Joins 12 5 gauge high tensile wire 4 5 Crimp Sleeve t Item 814235 10 Joins 9 to 12 5 gauge wire as well as 12 5 gauge barbed wire 4 Slot Crimp Tool Item 814220 For use with Patriot Crimp Sleeves D AJ O o fa N 21 Clamps and Rods Ground
32. pends on the type of energizer being used to power the fence and soil condition Refer to information supplied with your energizer for the correct number of ground rods to use To insert the ground rods Space the required number of 6ft 2m ground rods page 21 at least 10ft 3m apart Drive the ground rods deeply into the soil at least 10ft 3m apart Make sure that the ground rods protrude out of the soil at least 4in 10cm so they can be easily connected Join the ground rods in a series using ground clamp page 21 and underground cable page 19 Testing the Ground System 1 Turn off the energizer 2 At least 330ft 100m away from the energizer short circuit the fence by laying several steel rods or lengths of pipe against the fence In dry or sandy soils drive the rods up to 12in 30cm into the soil 3 Turn on the energizer Patriot Energizer Testing the Ground System San i Ground i Pras pei Live 4 Use a digital voltmeter to measure the fence voltage It should read 2 kV or less If not repeat steps 1 to 3 5 To check the ground system attach the voltmeter s clip to the last ground rod and insert the ground probe into the soil at the full extent of the lead The voltmeter reading should be no more than 0 3 kV If the reading is higher than this the ground system is insufficient See the grounding checklist add more ground rods or find a better location for your ground sys
33. powerful energizer or have a very long electric fence If you don t have access to an electrical outlet then a portable battery or solar powered energizer would be best suited Power rating You also need to select an energizer that will give you the power energy rating required for your electric fence Measured as joules Patriot energizers offer a range to suit every need from 0 05 joules output to 4 5 joules More joules more power Fence Perimeter ft Fence Energizer model pg 9 14 Ground system Underground cable pg 19 joint ground clamps Pg 21 ground rods pg 21 il Choosing the Right Ground System pg 29 Posts Calculations Spacing ft distance between posts Number perimeter feet spacing Corners Gates End Points No of posts required Type Line Tread in pg 23 Pigtails pg 23 T post Metal Pipes Rod Posts Corner Wood Post T Post Metal Pipe For Semi permanent permanent fences only Wire HH AL Calculations Total Length ft perimeter feet x No of strands Type Poliwire tape rope braid pg 23 IL Steel aluminum Insulators pg 15 18 Calculations Line No of strands x No of line posts Corner No of strands x No of corner posts Type Line Insulators Corner Insulators iil Gate Handles Accessories pg 19 Fence Hardware pg 20 General Accessories pg 21 22 l Leads and Hardware pg 24 Management an
34. requires high voltage Bait fences to train avoidance Deer and Elk 4 000 5 000 V Move quickly and often run through fences unseen so make fence highly visible Small Nuisance 1 000 2 000 V Start wires close to ground as small and most species prone to digging Animals NOTES Fences enclosing both mothers and offspring require an electrified wire at the nose level height of each Please see predator voltage ranges if you want to keep both animals in and predators out To cover all predators use a minimum voltage of 5 000 Voltage levels are impacted by vegetation on the fence line length of fence and type of wire To check voltage levels on your fence line use the Patriot Voltage Testers found on page 22 at M mn var a o cote ees SE Ske PATRIOT ELECTRIC FENCE PRODUCTS Energizers Forming the heart of your electric fence system energizers provide the source for the electric current that flows through the fence wire The amount of electric current output size and power source AC 110 V battery amp or solar amp differs across energizer products Things to Consider Where should you install your Energizer If you plan to use a 110 V plug to power your energizer it should be placed inside a barn or shed near the power source Patriot Dual Purpose energizers P5 P10 P20 P30 offer both a weather resistant case and a built in clip on wire feature allowing them to be attac
35. rgrowth Ideal for keeping small nuisance pests out or for keeping small animals safely contained residential yards Quick Comparison Table SolarGuard 50 Ideal for vegetable or flower gardens small Multiple mounting options T post and wood post mounting option Optimal voltage for maximum control Fully weatherproof Fast set up with no trenches or underground cable PS5 1 year warranty includes lightning SolarGuard 50 Large storage capacity Enables up to 14 days operation without sunlight 2 year warranty includes lightning SolarGuard 155 Large storage capacity Enables up to 21 days operation without sunlight 2 year warranty includes lightning SolarGuard 50 and SolarGuard 155 only SolarGuard 155 p apes D Ideal for small range acreage setings PS5 SolarGuard 50 SolarGuard 155 Replacement parts 817369 819951 819953 PS5 Replacement Battery 818953 DISTANCE RANGE 2 miles 3 miles 10 miles Replacement battery for 8 acres 12 acres 40 acres PS5 Solar Energizer PEAK OUTPUT SolarGuard 50 0 04 J 0 05 J 0 15 J ENERGY UP TO Replacement battery 19777 Replacement battery for See aaa 0 06 J 0 07 J AL SolarGuard 50 Solar Energizer OUTPUT VOLTAGE 7 4 kV MAX 8 5 kV MAX 10 kV MAX Be a Nees ae n UP TO 2 6 kV 1 0000 3 4kV 1 000N 3 7kV 1 0000 P oa Replacement battery for INTERNAL SolarGuard 155 Solar Energizer RECHARGABLE 4V 6V 12V 7 Ah BATTERY Solar Fe
36. selecting the right solar fencing system for your needs Where to place your Solar Energizer We recommend placing your solar energizer in the middle of your fence or area with unrestricted access to sunlight When selecting a suitable location for your solar energizer it is very important to consider the frequency of inspection ease of access for maintenance environment and animal damages security from human intervention and the proximity of the solar energizer to an appropriate ground system NOTE Face your SOLAR PANEL towards the noontime sun due south in the northern hemisphere Solar Panel s Patriot Dual Purpose or Battery Energizer KUDU WLU OULU WUD OULU WU Battery Step Five GROUNDING AND TESTING This is one of the most important parts of the fence Without a proper ground system you will not be able to achieve the maximum benefits of your electric fence What is a Ground System A ground system is the most important component of any electric fence system If an electric fence is not properly grounded it will be much less effective A ground system consists of a number of ground rods stakes that pass electric current back from the soil to the energizer The larger the energizer and the longer the fence line the more ground rods are required How does grounding work For an electric fence to give an anim
37. start For further assistance contact your local Patriot dealer visit www patriotglobal com or call Tru Test customer service at 800 874 8494 32 33 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Terminology AC Amp Capacitors Current DC Fault Short Ground System Joule Lead out Wire alternating current AC power supply 110 120 V or 220 240 V unit of current Short for Ampere used to store energy in the energizer duration and magnitude of current causes the shock given by the electric fence Increasing the voltage increases current while increasing resistance decreases current direct current battery power supply e g 12 V battery input energy loss from the fence i e live wire lying on the ground vegetation growing over the fence etc the rod s in the ground connected to the ground terminal on the energizer unit of energy One joule is one watt of power for one second section of underground cable or wire that carries the electrical current from the energizer to the fence Live Ohm Output Energy Pulse Resistance Stored Energy Watt Volt Voltage the current carrying wire connected to the energizer fence output terminal unit of resistance effective energy delivered by the energizer brief electrical current given by an energizer approximately 0 0003 seconds per pulse what causes loss of power and voltage on the fence energy accumulated in the
38. t Sold individually Management Tools 5 Light Fence Tester Item 814217 Measures and displays approximate fence voltage Bright voltage lights easy to read voltage indicator FenceAlert Item 804565 Fence wire Poliwire polirope braid politape Yin and 1 2in steel aluminum wire Light flashes if fence voltage is too low or there is a loss of power Can be seen up to a mile away Replaceable lithium battery can power up to 5 years on standby or 2 weeks of continuous flashing Sold individually Lightning Arrestor Item 814630 White Helps to protect fence energizer in the event of lightning strike to the fence line Strong porcelain frame with steel connection points Sold individually Digital Voltmeter Item 806217 Essential for accurate testing of fence and energizer ground system Robust design Reads from 200 V to 9 900 V sLondddd 23 Tread Ins Sentinel Heavy Duty Tread In Item 820013 White 820014 Black v gt Fence wire Poliwire polirope politape 2in and 1 in Up to 8 positions for poliwire politape Yein and 1 2in or polirope UV stable for long life gt Measures 49in in total height 39in height above ground Manufactured in USA B y y y Pigtail Tread In Item 806445 Red Fence wire Poliwire politape Yin Easy to move steel step in post with large f
39. tem GROUNDING CHECKLIST All wires are joined securely Connections to ground rods are secure Ground rods are at least 6ft long and at least 10ft apart There are a sufficient number of ground rods All parts of the ground system are made of the same metal Ground rods are buried deeply in the soil Live TROUBLESHOOTING Finding a Fault Using the Patriot Digital Voltmeter __ Electrical current flows toward a fault short in the Same way that water flows towards the plug hole in a bath tub A digital voltmeter allows you to follow the direction of the current towards the fault Check the energizer and the ground system At the first cut out switch disconnect the rest of the fence and take a voltage reading The voltage should be normal Move along the fence line stopping at each cut out switch Take a voltage reading with the cut out switch closed and again with the cut out switch open A spike in the voltage reading with the cut out switch open indicates a fault in the section of the fence which has been diconnected If you are still having trouble follow the troubleshooting flow chart below START When using the Digital Voltmeter to find faults isolate sections of the fence line with Patriot Cut out Switch page 22 Turn energizer off and disconnect from fence Turn the energizer back on Use a Patriot digital voltmeter to measure the voltage between fence amp
40. the shock felt by any animal which touches an electrified fence Unlike a conventional fence an electric fence is a psychological barrier such that animals learn to respect the fence Electric fencing offers you a number of benefits over conventional fencing Animal safety A safe and effective option to barbed wire or woven fences electric fence systems also deter and protect against trespassers and predators Lowercost Requires less labor and material than conventional fences barbed or woven wire wood rail vinyl Savings can also be achieved through reduced maintenance as animals are less likely to damage an electric fence as they usually don t touch it more than once It is important to invest in quality components as these will also provide fewer maintenance problems and greater fence life expectancy increasing your value for money Ease of Relatively simple and easy to build construction electric fences can be installed quickly and with minimum tools saving you labor time and costs Flexibility Wire spacing and fence design can be modified to control a variety of animals Temporary electric fences also offer the benefit of being able to be moved quickly and easily Long life Using quality components and materials electric fences can last a long time with permanent electric fences lasting up to 40 years PATRIOT ELECTRIC FENCE PRODUCTS Patriot electric fence energizers and accessories ar
41. the electricity from one polirope or braid strand to be transmitted vertically to the polirope or braid strand below Sold individually SINGOUd 25 Step Four INSTALLING YOUR FENCE Now that you have selected your energizer and accessories you need to build your fence Installation Tips Wire tension Electric fencing provides a psychological barrier rather than a physical one so there is no need to excessively tension wire Heavy strainer assemblies are not required either reducing the overall cost of construction Electric fence wire should be tensioned to 200 Ib By comparison conventional fence wire should be tensioned to 340 Ib The tension of each Wire can be measured using a tension meter RFI Radio Frequency Interference Many farms suffer from RFI This often results in poor radio reception and an annoying ticking noise on the telephone line Most Patriot energizers are fitted with special components and advanced circuitry that significantly reduces the levels of electrical emissions that might otherwise affect adjacent electrical equipment Animal training One method to train animals to respect electric fencing is to use a small well fenced holding paddock Divide the holding paddock using your Patriot energizer and poliwire Introduce the untrained livestock to the paddock The animals will quickly learn to avoid the electric fence barrier Mixing metals Avoid using different metals in your
42. uality products and keeping the fence maintained Permanent High Tensile 20 40 Years Medium Requires special tools Deer cows sheep goats pigs exotics llamas emus etc predators Unlimited Perimeter fencing Offers greatest fence life Requires minimal maintenance Wood posts T posts rod posts metal pipes 12 gauge high tensile wire Solar dual purpose AC 110 V battery Step Two PLAN YOUR ELECTRIC FENCE LAYOUT Sketch a diagram and measure the distance of the area you would like to fence Grab a pencil and walk around the area you want to fence measuring and sketching your layout Also include in your plan Location of buildings barns enclosed by or sitting adjacent to your fence Location of your fence energizer and electrical source if required Trees hills low and or wet areas or other obstacles If necessary it is also a good idea to have your utility company mark any underground cables lines that may be in the immediate vicinity Water supply and feeding locations Gate locations Fence termination points As you are sketching your layout consider these questions Are you going to use wood posts steel posts rod posts etc Or is it just a temporary fence with pigtail or tread in posts What type of gate s do you plan on using Thankfully there s a good assortment of Patriot products pages 9 24 to fit most of your electric fence needs
43. wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Special wrap design secures insulator to post Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B 1 2in 40mm Tape Item 814717 White Fence wire Politape Yin and 1 2in Available in 25 per bag Wood Post Pinlock Item 820033 Black 820034 Yellow Pinlock design allows easy removal of wires Can also be used with metal pipes Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA B Ain 10cm Plastic Insulator Tube Item 811411 Black Fence wire steel aluminum wire Economical way to insulate electric fence wire when using wood posts Available in 100 per bag 5in 13cm Wood Post Slant Nail Item 820026 Black 820027 Yellow Protects existing fence by extending electric fence wire 5in 13cm off the wood post Fence wire Poliwire polirope steel aluminum wire Available in 25 per bag Manufactured in USA sLjndddd 17 Wood Post Insulators Ring Item 810840 Black Fence wire Poliwire steel aluminum wire Use with Patriot Ring Insulator Tool Available in 25 per bag Jumbo Ring Item 814590 White Fence wire Poliwire polirope braid steel aluminum wire Use with Patriot Ring Insulator Tool Available in 25 per bag Wide Tape Corner and End Strain Item 814593 White Ca
44. wire contains 6 stainless Sie SolarEnergizer Gretna steel conductors and white UV stabilized yarn for greater visibility and longevity The biggest difference is the thickness and visibility of the different products i e politape is larger and therefore more visible than poliwire or Politape How do you join Poliwire or Politape To join broken or separate ends of poliwire or politape use a cigarette lighter to burn away the plastic yarn in order to expose the stainless steel Fence Post ee Reece Fence Post wires Twist and join the wires together then tie the a eee Tread In Tread In He ees are permanent or temporary permanent or temporary 1 Fence Reel with Politape 2 Section of temporary fence using Pigtail Tread In Posts and Politape 3 Section of temporary fence using the Sentinel Tread In Post and Poliwire 28 29 SOLAR FENCING GUIDE Harnessing free energy from the sun a solar powered electric fence requires no grid connection providing an economical choice for fencing small areas and is the ideal solution for remote locations It can be used in a variety of situations from containing livestock to keeping wildlife out of garden areas and preventing pets from wandering How does it work A solar panel charges a battery by converting sunlight into electricity which is then used to keep the energizer operating 24 hours per day Patriot offers a range of energizers that are compatible with solar ener
45. wire fence to electric Wire spacing Corner End braces Corner and end braces are most commonly made of wood posts with a metal pipe between them You can also use metal pipe posts instead of wood posts The most common braces are made of at least two posts spaced at least 10 feet apart or 2 5 times the height of the finished fence These H braces serve as the foundation of the fence line and help to maintain the tension very important for high tensile fences For more information on brace construction please consult your local Patriot dealer or a fence construction company 10ft a 5in Brace Pin 10in Brace Pin Aft 6in Spring Clip Strainer 3ft 6in End Post Brace Post Most permanent electric fences have between 2 6 wires Cattle and horses can generally get by with 2 or 3 wires while sheep and goats should have at least 5 or 6 wires To maintain the best control you must maintain proper Spacing between each wire Below are some samples additional wire spacing diagrams can be found on the Patriot web site www patriotglobal com 16ft 5m 12in 300mm 10in 250mm E 10in 250mm 17in 425mm 17in 425mm 16ft 5m 32in 800mm 26 27 Fence posts Fence wire Permanent electric fences can be adequately The best permanent electric fences are constructed constructed with wood posts T posts rod posts using 12 5 gauge galvanized high tensile wire It or metal posts
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