Solar IntelliShock® 60 Energizer
Solar powered 0.60 joule fence energizer. Portable all-in-one unit arrives ready to power electric fence or netting.
IntelliShock® electric fence chargers are able to reduce energy demand when the fence’s voltage is high–due to fewer weeds touching the fence. This occurs in fall and winter for most fences and occurs all year for some horse, cattle and deer fences. As a result, an IntelliShock unit’s battery is more likely to remain charged through the low sunlight days of autumn and winter.
Replacement parts, including PCBs and transformers, remain available. —Premier
Instructions/Diagrams:
Common Uses
Can also be used with garden and wildlife fences to keep out deer, raccoons, woodchucks, rabbits, opossums and skunks.
Solar powered energizers are a popular choice when 110V power is not easily accessible. Attached solar panel will recharge the battery on sunny days.
Benefits
- External 110V adapter port for faster plug-in connections for recharging.
- Solar panel is easy to adjust for seasonal light availability.
- Included step-in ground stake can also be used to support energizer.
- Easily accessible fence and ground terminals. Fence and ground wiring harness included.
- External 110V port allows the energizer to be operated without a battery and plugged into a 110V power source.
- Large capacity battery for increased life during long periods with low sunlight.
- Highly visible on/off light with low battery indicator.
- Won’t rust. Made from durable UV-treated polycarbonate.
Solar IntelliShock® — Key Differences
Solar IntelliShock® 30 |
Solar IntelliShock® 60 |
Solar IntelliShock® 120 & 120X |
Solar IntelliShock® 180 |
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Output Joules | 0.3J | 0.6J | 1.2J | 1.8J |
Solar Panel | 5 watt | 10 watt | 10 watt 20 watt (120X) |
30 watt |
Battery (Lead Acid) | 12V 12Ah | 12V 12Ah | (2) 12V 12Ah | 12V 35Ah |
12V DC Draw | 15–29 mA | 20–58 mA | 28–104 mA | 24–140 mA |
Should power…* | 1–2 rolls | 3–5 rolls | 6–10 rolls | 9–15 rolls |
Specs
Includes:
- 0.60 joule fence energizer
- 12V 12Ah sealed lead acid battery
- Wiring harness
- 10 watt solar panel with preset tilt angles
- Overcharge regulator
- 110V battery recharger
- U-Spike ground stake (combination ground rod and support stand)
- UV-treated, polycarbonate case with orange handle
- Digital Tester (for testing fence voltage and 12V battery voltage)
Note: The U-Spike ground stake is shipped inside the energizer case. The wiring harness, battery recharger and user manual are included in the cardboard shipping box.
Joules
- 0.72 stored joules
- 0.60 output joules
Miscellaneous
- Use included ground U-Spike or use at least a 18" galvanized ground rod.
- Draw from a 12V battery is 20–58 milliampere (mA) per hour, depending on weed load.
- 40 pulses per minute.
- When properly used or stored, the battery should last 3–4 years. (Assumes maximum 40% draw down on battery.)
- Optional T-Post Adapter (see Accessories) enables Solar IntelliShock units to be mounted onto standard T-posts.
Should power…
- 3–5 rolls of electric netting depending on soil conditions and vegetation
- 1 mile of 3 strand cattle fence
- 1/2 mile of 5–7 strand sheep fence
How to Use
Using 10mm wrench, remove the bolts holding the solar panel in place and replace with the supplied knobs (shipped inside the unit).
Step in the ground U-Spike. For added support, you can slide the energizer onto top of U-Spike.
Use the wiring harness to connect the energizer to the ground stake and fence.
- Unscrew the red terminal knob.
- Secure the bare end of the wire with the orange clip into the pre-drilled hole behind the red terminal knob.
- Replace the red terminal knob and tighten.
- Repeat steps #1–3 for the black ground terminal.
- Connect the black clip to the ground stake.
- Connect the orange clip to the fence.
- Turn energizer on. (When switching on, make sure the power button is pressed all the way in.)
- Check the voltage to ensure the fence is properly electrified before introducing animals.
Optimal Solar Orientation and Placement
Correct placement of the energizer and solar panel is critical to the best operation of the unit.
1. Position the energizer so that the solar panel faces due south. This will allow the panel to receive the maximum amount of sunlight possible even during the low-light days of winter. Consider the sun’s movement throughout the day and avoid placing the unit where it may be covered by shadows from trees, bushes or tall grass.
2. Determine the correct tilt angle for the solar panel. The sun’s position above the horizon will change from season to season. As a general recommendation, an angle of 50° is optimal for the longest use in most areas of the continental USA. However, the ability of the solar panel to recharge the battery can be maximized by making angle adjustments each season as shown in the illustrations below.
In the far northern USA from November until February, there may not be enough hours of sunlight to fully recharge the battery. Charge the battery externally when the battery indicator light flashes green/red or red.
3. Regularly remove all debris from the solar panel. This includes grass clippings, dust (especially on gravel roads), leaves and snow as this will reduce the solar panel’s ability to recharge the battery.
Precautions
- Make sure the power is turned off before working on the fence or the energizer.
- Make sure the fence line is clear of grass and debris that may lower the fence’s voltage.
- Ensure the solar panel is facing due south and avoid placing the unit where it may be covered by shadows from trees, bushes or tall grass.
- Regularly remove all debris from the solar panel.
- Batteries that are less than 40% charged may become damaged. Batteries MUST remain fully charged in freezing conditions.
To Reduce Risk & Liability
- Never place your head or upper spine near an electrified wire. Accidental head or neck contact can occur when pushing a voltage probe into the soil. Be careful when doing so to avoid head-to-wire contact!
- Never attempt to step over or climb through an energized fence of any kind.
- Never encourage anyone to touch an electric fence.
Troubleshooting
Start by measuring the voltage at the end of the fence line. If the voltage is below 3000V, follow these steps to determine if the problem is with the fence, or the energizer.
Test the energizer first!
- Turn off the energizer.
- Disconnect the wires going to the fence and ground stake/rod.
- Turn the energizer back on.
- Measure the voltage on the energizer between the two terminals (positive and negative) with a digital voltmeter or other high-voltage tester. Touch one end to “-“ (earth terminal) and the other end to “+” (fence terminal). The reading tells you how well the energizer is working without any other variables.
- If the tester reads below 5000V, then the energizer (or possibly the battery) is the problem. If the voltage is above 5000V, then the trouble lies with your fence.
If the energizer is at fault:
- Test the battery with a low-voltage tester; recharge if lower than 12.2 volts
- Check the grounding system
If the fence is at fault:
- Conductors touching another wire, steel post or the soil
- Broken or damaged insulators
Storage
Tips to preserve battery life:
- Turn off the unit. Disconnecting the unit from the fence is not sufficient, the unit will still pulse unless it is turned off.
- Clean off the solar panel. Dust and debris may have accumulated during use and as a result prevents the panel from maximum electrical production.
- When the energizer is not being used, store the unit indoors at room temperature and out of the sun. Do not let the energizer sit in the sun for an extended period when it is turned OFF as this could damage the battery.
- When not in use, ensure the battery stays above 40% charged. Lead acid batteries don’t work well when they’re left discharged, or at a low charge, for long periods of time. Periodically recharge the battery in the sun or with the included 110V charging unit. Stop charging the battery at or above 12.6V when checked with the included fence/battery tester. Do not overcharge the battery.
Warranty
30-day warranty for all batteries.
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Fence Connectors and Accessories
PowerLink™ 4.0, 30" long
Item #335500 -Make instant, in-field connections between electric fences without turning off the energizer. Simple to use and effective.
$5.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Fence Fault Finder
Item #133500 -Tests electric fences and determine fault locations with the press of the button. Save time in the field and reduce troublesome electrical shorts.
$119.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Live Fence Indicator
Item #133515 -For instant reassurance that your fence is working. Clip to your fence line and watch for the flash when you pass by. No batteries required.
$45.00 -
Fencing
Warning Sign
Item #346000 -Let passersby know that your fences are electrified with this easy-to-read electric fence warning sign.
$1.60 -
Energizer Solar Panels and Accessories
Mounting & Ground Stakes – 16" long, pkg of 2
Item #280150 -Use for mounting SolarStop™ or Solar IntelliShock® energizers off the ground, or as an additional ground rod.
$10.60 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Ground Rod, Galvanized, 6'
Item #151000 -Complete the circuit of your electric fence with galvanized grounds. No corrosion unlike copper rods.
$18.00 -
Handling Equipment
Ground Rod and/or Connecting Pin, 3'
Item #151200 -Effectively ground energizers or firmly secure handling equipment. Galvanized pin is resilient to rust and wear.
$8.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Fence & Battery Digital Tester
Item #200010 -All-in-one fence tester checks the voltage of energizers, fences and 12V batteries. Simplify electric fence troubleshooting with one device!
$24.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
T Ground Rod, 3' x 1/2"
Item #151210 -Provide a conductive ground circuit for your electric fence. Conductive t-grip is easy to install and remove.
$15.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
T Ground Rod, 18" x 1/2"
Item #151220 -Provide a conductive ground circuit for your electric fence. Conductive t-grip is easy to install and remove.
$8.00 -
Energizer Solar Panels and Accessories
T-Post Adapter & Ground Rod Mount
Item #114010 -Enables PRS I25/B50/I50 and Solar IntelliShock 30/60/120/180 units to be mounted onto standard T-Posts or T ground rods.
$5.00
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Fence Connectors and Accessories
Ring Terminal Harness
Item #130800 -Wiring harness fits most electric fence energizers. Alligator clips for attaching to fence (positive) and ground rod (negative). Ring or bare wire ends.
$9.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Replacement 110V Adapter/Charger (spade connectors)
Item #1132006 -For use with IntelliShock® and HotShock® fence energizers. Recharges depleted batteries or operates the energizer as a 110V unit when near an outlet.
$26.80 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Replacement 110V Adapter/Charger (external port)
Item #1132007 -For use with IntelliShock® and HotShock® fence energizers. Recharges depleted batteries or operates the energizer as a 110V unit when near an outlet.
$28.01 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Fence & Battery Digital Tester
Item #200010 -All-in-one fence tester checks the voltage of energizers, fences and 12V batteries. Simplify electric fence troubleshooting with one device!
$24.00 -
Fencing
Transformer for SIS 30/60/100/120/120X/180
Item #607581 -Replacement parts and components for Premier’s Solar IntelliShock® electric fence energizers.
$28.93 -
Fencing
10W Solar Panel w/ Brackets & Leads for SIS 60/120
Item #60820 -Replacement parts and components for Premier’s Solar IntelliShock® electric fence energizers.
$75.50 -
Fencing
PCB for Solar IntelliShock 60, Model A1X
Item #60853 -Replacement parts and components for Premier’s Solar IntelliShock® electric fence energizers.
$57.84
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Gregory S from Tennessee
I bought this energizer as part of a starter kit in 2022. Within a year, the solar panel completely stopped working. When I called, I was felt I was being called a liar. In order to satisfy who I am guessing is the owner, I had to completely disassemble the unit to isolate the panel. I then picked a completely sunny day, hooked up my voltmeter which read zero and called them. He still had difficulty believing me. I told him I could send a video of he wished. Reluctantly, he sent me another panel. I got that 1.5 years ago. Now that panel is completely delaminating. It does not keep my battery charged throughout the winter and I live in the south. I called again. I was told the delamination and opaqueness of the cover does not diminish the output of the panel. That defies physics. Anyway, I was willing to give them another chance and actually upgrade my panel to a glass 20w panel. I know it does not fit my controller but I told him I was resourceful enough to make it work. I asked for a discount given the issues I've had and the time I have had to spend on their unit. No. I have to prove to them that this is an issue despite common sense about an opaque covering and numerous other reviews with the same issue. I guess I could go through the whole process of disassembling and hooking up my multimeter and recording the output. But then I have to deal with them again and probably the best outcome I could expect would be to get the same replacement panel with which I have already had two issues in two years. All you had to do as was to offer me a discount (on a much more expensive panel that I was willing to take the time to make fit with my unit) as goodwill to keep me as a customer and you refused.
If the panel is not effectively charging the 12V battery, we will replace it at no charge. A simple voltage test is needed to determine if a panel is defective.
We need your help to move forward. Please call us at 800-282-6631 when you’re physically at the energizer and have a few minutes to test. Have a fence and battery tester available. If you prefer, we can call you… just let us know when it’s a good time to call.
Pam B from Oregon
Premier 1 Supplies is a company that is rewarding to work with. They sell products that work. Their website offers a wealth of information.
Prompt and polite on the phone, Premier cared about my questions and my success. When I recently had a problem with our electric net fencing solar battery their fence specialist coached me through the solution.
Ronyn H from Washington
The solar panel on this unit is peeling apart on the face of the panel. It won’t register a charge on the fence either with a brand new battery installed. Highly disappointed. I have old IntelliShock units that are running after close to 18+ years.
I need another charger to replace this one which I have had less than 2 years. Not sure what route to go. I love Premier products and always recommend them but this one has been an expensive disappointment.
Scott A from Utah
I just talked to Premier and they will not back this product. The finish on the solar panel is failing after 1.5 years. They claim it will not affect the product, we will have to see.
These are plastic cheap solar panels. I would go with a glass model.
Our repair technicians have found that “cloudy” panels usually perform as expected when tested. If a panel is not effectively charging the 12V battery, we will replace it. A simple voltage test—we can walk you through it—is needed to determine if a panel is defective.
Holly S from Illinois
This is my second solar fence charger from Premier 1 and it’s great! They have great customer service if I ever have questions and it’s a real person that gets back to me. Solid products and solid company.