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Gallagher 3E1164 Power Fence Systems User Manual
Installing a Portable Power FenceT
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Portable energizers are generally operated
by either “D” cell batteries, a 9 volt
disposable dry cell battery,or a 12 volt
rechargeable battery.
Strip grazers, like the B11, are designed for
single reel systems and can be operated
by 6 “D” size batteries or a 12 volt
rechargeable battery. The B11 is a cost
effective strip grazing product for relatively
short lengths of fence (500 m).
Gallagher 9 Volt energizers, such as the
B40, have a higher power output and
are suitable for significantly longer fence
length. The unit can be operated from
either 12 V or special purpose Gallagher
9 volt air depolarising batteries. The 9V
option provides extremely long life and
is an environmentally friendly design,
for extra convenience during the break
feeding season.
For multiwire sheep fencing, the more
powerful B100 - B300 PowerBox range
uses deep cycle batteries. Solar charging
options are available for this range.
The portable solar S17 energizer, supplied
complete with integrated battery and
solar panel, provides a maintenance-free
solar power operation and is ideal for strip
grazing. The larger S50 is able to power
significantly greater fence length.
Batteries need to be recharged as
necessary depending on the size of the
energizer, battery capacity and amount of
use.
Choosing tape, wire, braid and
rope
Tape is generally used where visibility is
important. With our Turbo Plus range
we’ve drawn on our knowledge of animal
psychology by replicating nature’s warning
sign: Stripes. Proven to be more effective
in deterring stock. Note: Tape is not
recommended in areas exposed to very
strong wind.
Polywire/Turbo Wire is preferable where
wind or adverse weather conditions
would “work” a tape to deterioration and
enables maximum length of fence to be
carried on a reel.
Braid is a woven product designed not to
“tangle” or overstretch. It is not available
in all countries.
Portable Fencing Wire Product
Performance
There are three criteria for determining
performance.
- Conductivity (resistance): how much
power the products delivers and how
far.
- Durability: how the product stands
up to wear and tear under varying
environmental conditions.
- Design: how the product performs long
term – eg. if a strand is broken, is it
powered further along the fence?
Copper wire used in some fence
products is highly conductive but it is
not as strong as stainless steel and can
“fatigue”, deteriorate and break easily.
Stainless steel wire is stronger but is
less conductive. The best option, Turbo,
developed by Gallagher, is mixed metal
strands that offer power, performance
and durability – the best of both
worlds. In the Gallagher range, Turbo
products are better for longer term
reliability and conductivity. They are
less likely to be challenged, damaged
or broken by stock.
