2016 Premier Fence

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90˚
6"
12"
22"
5" 4.25"
2" 0.5"
6
7
1 2/3 4
5
Post Side-Strain
Height Deflection
Outer diameter of test site with 2 lbs
Name of the post on each post of side-strain
POSTS 129
• Actual size cross-section.
• Fiberglass post.
Line Post Strength and Sizes
FiberTuff & FiberRod
Post Comparisons
Why measure side deflection?
Because it matches a post’s relative ability to resist
the side-strain of a fence at corners and curves. All
posts were measured at 35" above the soil.
Post Diameter
Note regarding NetPosts (6 and 7—also see
more information on pp. 102–105). Standard
NetPosts 13 and 15 hold netting well but need added
support (i.e. FiberTuff) at curves and corners.
NetPost 19 (not shown) has the same deflection as
FiberTuff 19 but support is still recommended at
curves and corners.
FiberTuff (FT) compared to FiberRods
3/8" FiberRods
• FT 22 is 300% stiffer (see chart below).
• FT 19 is 40% stiffer.
• FT post caps have a top slot to hold net strand.
• FT posts have a step-in foot.
• FT posts don’t need a drive cap.
• FT posts are more expensive.
• FT posts are much easier to use.
11/16" FiberRods
• FT is not as stiff.
• FT is less expensive (up to 40% less).
• FT is much easier to install and remove.
FiberRod Posts, p. 132
13 mm
1/2"
17 mm
11/16"
9mm
3/8"