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THE SMALLHOLDER SHOP : ELECTRIC FENCING
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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ELECTRIC FENCING
The ins and outs of using the different energisers, setting up the netting and other great advice.

Click here for details of the equipment itself and the options available. A straightforward guide to helping you choose the right kit for you
All Prices include VAT and delivery to UK mainland destinations, which is usually within 24 /48 hours. [PRICE LIST HERE]. There are no shocking hidden extras here.
An electric fence operates by applying short pulses of energy to the electric fence. The energiser creates these by converting the input power (from battery, solar or mains) into pulses of high voltage and low amperage. This delivers a warning shock without endangering life. On touching the electric netting the pulse is diverted though the fox [A.N.other predator or danger] to earth and back to the earth rod and energiser thus creating the circuit.
The same thing happens if the live lines of the netting touches the ground, vegetation, wooden posts etc. and consequently some power is lost reducing the effectiveness of the fence (the energisers in our kits have sufficient power to overcome a certain amount of earthing). If your ground is fairly undulating it is wise to use extra posts to prevent the live wires resting on the ground. Equally, extra posts are sensible when choosing the close mesh option as its so much heavier, it tends to sag.
12v Battery :- For best results use a ‘Deep Cycle’ battery (e.g. a Leisure/Caravan/Marine battery) with a minimum output of 30 amp hours for the smaller Energisers and a minimum of 60 amp hours for larger Energisers.
These should last approx. 3-6 weeks between charges. Car batteries are not recommended, they are not designed to be trickle discharged and will let you down.
If you can get 85amp hour plus they are a very worthwhile investment as they last so much longer.
We only have a high quality gel 85amp hour battery for sale as it is difficult to get the wetcell ones delivered around the country, individually.
The Nets :-Keep vegetation from growing into the net by mowing (or spraying/burning or lay down a strip of heavy material e.g. damp course under the net !). It is essential to start with the ground beneath the fence well cleared, and good practise to strim or weedkill beneath the fence line regularly to prevent earthing.
Electric fences should not run parallel to high power cables and should not be closer than 10m from the cable
  • Avoid bad connections (you will hear ‘clicking’ or at night see a spark). Besides loss of voltage they can interfere with radio, telephone and TV reception.
  • The Warning notice should be attached to the fence especially if it is close proximity to a public road or footpath.
  • Regularly check the netting and power to ensure it is operating correctly and that the net is not earthing. We strongly advise the purchase of the 6 light tester with every kit. This allows you to monitor the power going through the fence at any point and check for problems.
  • Using electric netting means you can keep your birds on the move around your garden or paddock. This helps to keep them on the freshest of grazing. If you only move them a short distance you may find that chickens will try to get back to the previous location. If you find you have any problems, just keep them indoors for 24 - 48 hours with their food and water. They soon catch on.
  • Fence Tester (shows various voltage levels) This is essential for fault finding and recommended to be purchased with every kit. Your net should operate at 3000v plus when working effectively;
  • Fence Light This is a good reassurance that the light is working effectively, you can see the pulses at night. It is considered to aid as a deterrent, by the warning flashes.
    • BATTERY ENERGISERS :- Connecting to the Energiser (For more details see the Energiser Manual)
    1. Locate the Energiser close to the end of a net and push its stand and earth into the ground. (For Solar Units ensure the solar panel is facing south and out of shade so it receives the maximum amount of sunshine)
    2. Link the earth cable on the Energiser to either the supplied earth rod or the earth stand using the crocodile clip. For a multiple earth system, locate earths 5m away from each other and link via galvanised wire (underground).
    3. Link the live cable on the energiser to the metal clip on the net with the crocodile clip.
    4. Link up the two battery leads, (EARTH first, then Red/ Live). When switching the energiser on you will see the Energiser flashing indicating it is sending pulses. To disconnect the Energiser from the battery, switch off then take Red/Live off first then black/earth.
    5. To add the Solar charger :- clamp the Charger’s set of crocodile clips to the appropriate battery terminal.
    MAINS ENERGISERS : - Connecting to the Energiser (For more details see the Energiser Manual)
    1. Locate the Energiser in a weather proof location (i.e. next to a plug socket).
    2. Position the earth stake close to the building containing the Energiser. Insert the earth stake into the ground until 6” or so is showing (note : the earth stake must beat least 8 mtrs away from the house earth).
    3. Link to Earth :- Cut a length of cable to fit the distance from Energiser to Earth. Bare the cable either end and connect one end to the Earth nut on the Energiser and the other to the earth screw on the earth rod. (Locate additional earths at least 4m away from each other and link either via lead out cable or wire (underground)).
    4. Connect to Net (via outdoor switch):- Attach the remaining cable to the live nut on the energiser, take out the cable to the outdoor switch (insert cable in alkathene piping if going underground).
    5. Link from Energiser to Switch :- screw the Switch onto a post. Bare end of cable, make a ‘U’ shape and clamp between the two washers at bottom of the Switch. Link from Switch to net:- Bare end of the cable, make a ‘U’ shape and clamp between the top two washers on the Switch. Bare off ˝ ” (1 cm) of cable and push into the spade’, crimp tight (with pliers). The ‘spade’ pushes onto a flat metal clip positioned in the underside of the crocodile clip. Connect the crocodile clip to the metal net clamp. Another solution is to bare 1” of cable and wrap around the metal net clamp. DO NOT attach the lead out cable to one of the
    6. Switch on, the Energiser will flash indicating it is sending pulses.
    7. Net clicks : This indicate earthing or a poor connection. Switch off Energiser and firm the connections. Use a Fence Tester to check voltage.
    Entering the run :- Switch off the net. Disconnect crocodile clip and unclip the nets, lift out the last post and close behind you,
    CONNECTION TO EARTH STAKE
    For all mains Energisers a permanent earth (or earths) are essential. The connection to earth must be firmly fixed otherwise the effectiveness of the whole system will degenerate.
    Earth may be positioned close to the Energiser (it must be 10m away from the house earth)
    SETTING UP THE NETS see Step 1 through 3 below. Additional nets are linked by slotting the end clips together (Step 4).
    Corners: use the guys provided or tie back the corner post to a stake (the netting must not touch the stake).
    Gate (a spare ‘gate post’ is provided for poultry nets), decide the width of the gate from an end post and insert the spare posts into the net (weave it in and out of the mesh, place the bottom black line between the tread-ins and then pull the top line into the notch). This will then act as a swivel post when you open the gate
    Set up tips :- Do not try to pull the nets too tight during set up. Once the net is up, re-position individual posts until the net stands upright. If you have undulating land or are very exposed you may need more posts. Net tensioners positioned on the bottom and top lines minimise net sag. Setting the posts at a slight angle outwards can also help improve tension. Rabbit/anti-Badger nets should be set at an angle of 40 degrees facing outwards.
    SETTING UP THE NET
    STEP 1
    Take the net and stakes to where you wish the net line to begin. (i.e. a good start point is where you wish to make contact with either the Energiser).
    Unroll the rolled up netting from the stakes.
    Place the mending kit, bottom line pins, and guy ropes in a safe place.
    STEP 2
    Pick up the bundle of stakes except the first one and start walking backwards along the ‘fence line’.
    The net will start spooling out, when the next stake is reached throw it down and continue until the whole net has been let out.
    STEP 3
    Return to the start stake and tread it into the ground.
    Pick up the next stake and tread in, do not pull the net too tightly initially. Continue treading in all stakes. Note: Rabbit posts should be set at an angle facing the direction they come in.
    Once in position, tighten the net by pulling individual posts out.The stakes are flexible and will bend over on corners so pull the stake back via a guy rope.
    Net tensioners help minimise net sag and additional posts minimise the impact of undulating land.
    STEP 4
    Place the extra post 3’-6’ away from an end post, thread in and out of the net. Place the bottom line under the tread-in spikes then force the top line into the top post notch.
    STEP 5
    To join net ends together wrap each bundle of wires around the opposite post and slot one clip into the other. Tie the green braid around both posts.
    STEP 6
    Clip the live Crocodile clip from the energiser on to the net clip to ensure good contact.
    Once all is connected, test your net with an Electric Fence Tester (NOT a standard voltmeter)
    if it shows less than 3000v. :-
  • you have too much earthing (listen for a clicking sound) reposition net posts so that live lines do not touch the ground, slightly leaning the posts outwards sometimes helps, otherwise add netting struts or more posts
  • poor connection between the Energiser and net (you may even see it sparking at night !)
  • poor connection between Energiser and earth stake
  • battery needs re-charging (take live line off the net and test voltage output of wire)
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