Proper grounding of your energizer is of upmost importance for your system to work at peak performance.
The grounding system of your fence works much like the antenna for a radio - the larger the antenna, the better reception.
A couple rules of thumb are: 3' of ground rod per output joule, for example a 5 joule energizer will require a minimum of 15 total feet of ground rods ( or 3- 6'rods). Another rule is 1-6' ground rod for the first joule then an additional rod for each additional two joules.
We offer 5/8" diameter galvanized ground rods in both 6' & 8' lengths. If you think you can get the 8' ones in, we recommend it. Your rods should be installed at spacings of 10' apart. We recommend using insulated wire for the hookups. You may use galvanized or copper rods, but don't use dis-simular metals in your connections, ie: if using copper rods, then use copper wire for your hookups. Since your electric fence wire will most likely be galvanized we highly recommend using like materials in grounding. Dis-simular metals in contact (electrosis) create a bad connection over time.
Install ground rods in areas of permanent moisture. Under a drip line of a building works well.
Keep your ground rods at least 35' away from other grounding systems on the farm or utility grounds. Make sure that your clamp connections are snug and tight.
TESTING YOUR GROUND - An easy way to test your ground to make sure you have enough rods is to apply a load on your fence (such as laying some metal or t-post into your electrified wire) do this about 100' down the fence from the charger.....intentionally try to drop your voltage down to 1000 volts. Now, take your digital voltmeter and take a reading off of your last ground rod. You should read less than 300volts (or .3 KV). If your are reading over that, then it is telling you to add more ground rods.
If you have any questions or comments on grounding please feel free to call us anytime.
Ground Rod Clamp
SKU:1195916
Ground Rod Clamp. Two part clamp with set screw for wire attachment.
$1.65 Each
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Woods Surge Protector
SKU:2157477
Surge protector has a indicator light- tell at a glance that unit is protecting Compact unite plugs into wall outlet. Audible alarm- notifies that the unit can no longer protect and needs replaced.
$6.35 Each
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8' Ground Rod
SKU:6155386
8' Ground Rod. 5/8" diameter Galvanized
$9.65 Each
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6' Ground Rod
SKU:6266209
6' ground rod. 5/8" diameter galvanized
$8.55 Each
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Lightning Choke
SKU:2454
Designed to reduce the impact of lightning traveling the fence line to the controller.
$12.75 Each
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Dare Electric Fence Fused Plug,# 1624
SKU:MFP
Dare Electric Fence fused Plug. Two one amp fuses protect controller on 110 volt power. (fuses not included.) Carded. Imported
$4.50 Each
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The (MPS) Power Surge Protector
SKU:MPS
The ( MPS ) Power surge protector will help protect the charger.
$5.75 Each
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Lightning Choke
SKU:MWLA
Choke Coil and Lightning Diverter Combination (MWLA) is attached to a post between the fence wire and the charger.
$10.00 Each
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Lightning Arrestor
SKU:LA
Lightning Arrestor, A porcelain arrestor used in fenceline.Includes grounds rod clamp.
$7.50 Each
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Lighting Arrestor Kit Twin Towers
SKU:SA003
Lightning Arrestor Porcelain used in line with fence. Group clamp included.
$7.50 Each
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Split Bolt Joint Clamp
SKU:TA46
Use to connect hook-up wires,jumpers and grounding leads. Die-cast zinc coated nut. For galvanized wires only.
$1.05 Each
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