Electric fence is a simple and effective way to contain or deter animals from wandering into areas they are forbidden. The fence uses a high voltage to deliver a brief, controlled electric shock when the animal touches the wire or tape. This shock disrupts nerve signals to the brain, causing pain and tingling. The unpleasant experience discourages the animal from approaching the fence again.
Modern energizers use low impedance circuitry similar to that used in welders so the current delivered by the fence is more controlled and the shock less intense. The energizer converts AC power into a short pulse of high-voltage electricity which it sends down the tape or wire. The pulse is delivered at a frequency of 1 Hz and lasts for 1/300th of a second. The energizer is equipped with an electronic component called a thyristor which controls the intensity of the shock. A typical energizer produces an electrical impulse in the range of 5,000 volts. This is enough energy to burn through steel, but since the pulsing of the electric fence is so brief, it would not be practical to deliver this amount of shock continuously.
An electric fence malaysia consists of one or more conductors (wires) connected to the energizer via plastic insulators. The insulators prevent the electricity from touching other conductive materials such as the ground, trees, bushes, and metal. The insulators must be properly positioned and connected to the ground rods to ensure that the fence is adequately grounded. The insulators also prevent the electricity from traveling up the conductors to the energizer.
The insulators must be positioned in an open area away from buildings and trees, and at least 10 feet from other wires. They should be buried at least 3 feet deep and spaced apart by at least 2 feet. The insulators and grounding system should be thoroughly tested before turning the fence on. It is also a good idea to have a warning sign near the fence to let people know it is electrified. The most important factor in the success of an electric fence is making sure that the energizer is working correctly.
Invest in a quality energizer. It should be rated for the total length of the fence and have enough power to overcome the resistance of the insulators and other conditions that reduce the amount of electricity that is conducted down the conductors. Most energizers come with a chart that tells you how many watts per hour it consumes in normal operation. This information should be on the energiser box or in the instruction manual.
During the initial training period, place a small segment of the type of fence you will have in your pasture. Erect it in an open area away from other animals or buildings. Connect it to a low-impedance energizer and test it for continuity using a multimeter set to DC. Once the energizer is functioning properly, train the horses to respect the fence in an open area without injuring themselves or other livestock.