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hedgerow.crafts



Joined: 21 Jun 2010
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 24, 11 7:30 pm    Post subject: Solar Electric Fencing for Sheep Reply with quote
    

Having found some lovely ewe lambs, I am looking into electric fencing before they arrive in a few weeks.

We want to use a solar powered electric fencer (we are off grid) but which one?! There seem to be a bewildering number, and of course we need something strong enough for sheep. The experience of our neighbours suggests that a cheap(ish) "all-in-one" solar fencing unit may not be the best option (theirs broke within a year) so I was wondering about getting a seperate fencer, battery and panel.

I was wondering what other folk use and what they find works. What make(s) of fencer are the best for sheep? I have been looking at second hand fencing units too - good idea or not?

Thanks in advance for your help! Sorry if this sort of question has been asked before - I can't seem to get my vintage blackberry to search past posts.
Michelle

Ty Gwyn



Joined: 22 Sep 2010
Posts: 4562
Location: Lampeter
PostPosted: Sun Jul 24, 11 9:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
    

Check these out,www.farmbuyer.co.uk
Theres a Hotline Helios,its a cattle fencer,so a sturdy model,there was a £100 off offer in February,maybe its still running,bring the price down to £199.13

Bulgarianlily



Joined: 01 Jun 2008
Posts: 1667
Location: South West Mountains of Bulgaria
PostPosted: Mon Jul 25, 11 5:34 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
    

have you considered having the fence running off a car battery and the solar panel close to the house recharging a spare? It might be a better option if there is any chance of some prat passing and stealing it? Ihave just bought a trapper AN8 from Horizont.com which is mains/ battery, now I have to figure out fencing for hens and turkeys.

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