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Energizer Options
For electric fence to be effective,
it must be electrified with an energizer!
All-in-One
Solar
Plug-In and
Battery
Two basic energizer types
When the sun shines, the solar panel
recharges the internal battery.
Energy input is 110V AC (plug-in)
or (battery) DC.
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1. All-in-One Solar pp. 91–93
Very portable and quick to set up,
operable in minutes.
Cost more per joule—require
battery, solar panel, large case.
Limitations on output also limit the
length of weed-laden fence that can
be properly energized.
Batteries are less effective in colder
temperatures (deplete faster).
Solar panels must be kept free of
dust, debris, snow and ice. And
must be kept in full sun (to recharge
the included internal battery).
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2. Plug-in & Battery pp. 94–97
Less cost to purchase and operate per
joule of output than All-in-One Solar.
Best for fences that experience high
weed contact.
Best for use in shaded areas or in low-
sunlight locations.
Not as convenient as solar units.
Less attractive to vandals and thieves.
AC/DC combination energizers adapt
to either battery or plug-in power.
110V systems often require insulated
wire and buried cable to power fence
lines. Battery systems do not.
TIPS: FOR ENERGIZERS
104 • Install enough footage of ground rod(s).
• Use a low-impedance pulse type energizer.
• Do not overdraw from a 12V battery (below 40%).
• Fences connect to an energizer, not an outlet!
• Fence testers are your best friend, use them­ —often.
• Use insulated wire that is designed for electric fences.
• Buy a larger energizer than necessary. The additional output
allows for future fence line expansion.
ENERGIZER SYSTEMS Users like the
“plug-and-play”
simplicity
of solar.
Energizer FAQs
Q. Which energizer is right for you?
A. Use plug-in units if fences are rarely
moved, or are close to an outlet. For
fences far away from an outlet:
1. DC battery
Uses a 12 volt deep-cycle
battery that is regularly
switched out and recharged.
2. Premier solar units
An all-in-one kit. Units are
ready to install in 5 minutes.
Q. Should I buy an energizer kit or just
the energizer?
A. New users often buy a kit because
they contain the components
needed to energize a fence.
However, we also know that:
1. Some already own an
energizer—call us and ask if
it’s suitable for your fence.
2. Some may need larger
energizers than provided in a
kit. If so, call us to determine a
best-fit solution for you.
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