Beehive Protection – ElectroNet® (Standard, Plus & Pro) 9/35/12 Electric Netting
Instructions/Diagrams
Because ElectroNet is so easy to use and adapts readily to most situations, it is an effective fence to protect beehives from ground-based predators such as bears, skunks, raccoons, opossums and ornery livestock (cattle, sheep, goats, pigs).
Electric netting does not deter or injure the bees.
For situations when there is too little moisture in the soil to properly ground the fence, ElectroNet is also available as a Pos/Neg fence. Note: You will need a PowerLink if using a Pos/Neg fence.
Why ElectroNet® instead of Bear QuikFence®?
ElectroNet is a versatile, easy-to-move fence solution. If the bee yard is to be mowed or maintained, ElectroNet is quickly taken up and moved aside.Bear QuikFence is the optimal solution if the soils are dry or weed-loads are high. Why? Bear QuikFence is only available with Pos/Neg capability, making it ideal for dry or rocky soils. But it’s higher priced than Pos/Pos fences, which ElectroNet is by default.
Bear QuikFence’s tall-grass disconnect is a standard feature, but not on ElectroNet. This allows the lowest electrified strand to be disconnected if grass becomes high and contacts the fence, seeping voltage.
Key Differences
- ElectroNet® 9/35/12 is 35" tall and has 9 horizontal strands (8 conductive) with vertical struts every 12". Built-in line posts (0.51" dia.) are spaced every 12'5". Choose the Pos/Neg option when there is too little moisture in the soil to properly ground the fence.
- ElectroNet® 9/35/12 (with drivable posts) is best suited for dry, hard or rocky soil. The 0.75" dia. posts are much stronger and stiffer than standard line posts and can be pounded in with a dead-blow hammer or mallet. Brown drive-caps indicate these posts are drivable. Available Pos/Neg option for dry conditions.
- ElectroNet® Plus 9/35/12 is identical to standard ElectroNet, but to help with sagging, we’ve added more posts to shorten the distance between them (6'8" vs. 12'5"). Adapts easily to uneven terrain.
- NEW! ElectroNet® with PrimaPosts™ 9/35/12 has stiffer line posts for increased strength and rigidity. PrimaPosts™ are manufactured using an advanced fiberglass composite and are smaller in diameter vs. PVC posts of similar stiffness (13mm vs. 19mm); this enables longer sections (164' vs. 100') without additional weight.
- ElectroNet® Pro 9/35/12 has braided horizontal conductors, not twisted. More metal on the outside of the strand enables better animal-to-conductor contact. And the tighter weave resists snags when moving the fence in rough terrain and pastures.
ElectroNet® 9/35/12 Comparison Chart
ElectroNet® 9/35/12 |
ElectroNet® 9/35/12 (with drivable posts) |
ElectroNet® Plus 9/35/12 |
NEW! ElectroNet® 9/35/12 with PrimaPosts™ |
ElectroNet® Pro 9/35/12 |
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Premium Superconductor | 38 Ω | 38 Ω | 38 Ω | 37 Ω | 38 Ω |
Horizontal Strands | Twisted | Twisted | Twisted | Twisted | Braided |
Single Spike (SS) Line Posts | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
Double Spike (DS) Line Posts | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
Drivable (DP) Line Posts | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
Pos/Neg (PN) for dry soils | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
White/Black | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ |
Green/White or Blue/White | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Distance Between Line Posts | 12'5" | 12'5" | 6'8" | 12'6" | 12'5" |
Post Diameter | 0.51" | 0.75" | 0.51" | 0.53" | 0.51" |
Spike Length/Diameter | 6"/0.26" | 8"/0.31" | 6"/0.26" | 6"/0.26" | 6"/0.26" |
Roll Length | 82' or 164' | 100' | 50' or 100' | 164' | 164' |
To Install
The same “unroll and then unfold” process applies to all electrified nets. Minimal strength or skill needed (and no tools). Extra supports such as FiberTuff™ step-in posts are useful at corners, curves and ends. You will need a fence energizer to electrify the net.Even for new users, it takes less than 10 minutes to go from out-of-the-box netting to installed fence. And it’s durable! Nets last over 10 seasons if used and stored properly. (Its mortal enemy is errant lawn mowers!)
FREE shipping on qualified orders over $100!
How To Purchase
- Measure the fence line.
- Choose the length and the amount of netting needed. (Example: A 250 ft fence line requires one 164 ft roll and one 82 ft roll. When using “Plus” net, purchase two 100 ft rolls and one 50 ft roll.)
- Select an energizer kit (includes charger, ground rod and wireless tester).
- Add support posts as needed for ends, curves and corners, and any accessories.
We offer many fences to fit your situation, including different heights and lengths, multiple colors, drivable posts and positive/negative options for dry soils. Questions? Call our fence consultants at
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ElectroNet® 9/35/12 with drivable posts, (100' x 35" white/black roll), single spike
Item #201050 -$158.00 -
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Fencing
ElectroNet® with PrimaPosts™ 9/35/12, (164' x 35" green/white roll), single spike
Item #208449 -$148.00 -
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ElectroNet® with PrimaPosts™ 9/35/12, (164' x 35" blue/white roll), single spike
Item #208452 -$148.00
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2023 New Products
SolarStop™ 80 Fence Energizer Kit with Digital Tester
Item #113610 -Solar powered 0.8 output joule energizer for electric fences. Used to contain sheep, goats, poultry, swine, cattle and horses. Effective against predators.
$294.00 -
Energizer Kits
Solar IntelliShock® 60 Energizer with Digital Tester
Item #113300 -Solar powered 0.60 joule energizer used with electric fences to contain sheep, goats, poultry, swine, cattle and horses. Effective against predators.
$285.00 -
Energizer Kits
HotShock 5 (Plug-In) Energizer Kit
Item #1120052 -A versatile 110V AC or 12V DC unit which can be used as a plug-in energizer or as a battery energizer. Adapts from one style to the other in a few seconds.
$164.30 -
Energizer Kits
HotShock 5 (Battery) Energizer Kit
Item #1120053 -A 110V AC or 12V DC electric fence energizer used to contain poultry, cattle, sheep, goats, horses and guard dogs. Effective against predators.
$134.00 -
Energizer Kits
Kube 4000 (Plug-In) Energizer Kit
Item #115111 -An economic 110V wide-impedance electric fence energizer kit used for medium length fences.
$229.30
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Posts and Accessories
FiberTuff™ Post, 35" tall, 19mm dia
Item #208053 -Fiberglass-reinforced support posts for ends, corners and major directional changes. Commonly used with electrified net fences.
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Posts and Accessories
NetPost 13/35/SS (white)
Item #201040 -13mm (0.51") and 13.5mm (0.53") diameter replacement posts for Premier’s electric netting. Available in multiple heights, colors, and post spike options.
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Posts and Accessories
NetPost 13/35/DS (white)
Item #201041 -13mm (0.51") and 13.5mm (0.53") diameter replacement posts for Premier’s electric netting. Available in multiple heights, colors, and post spike options.
$3.15 -
Posts and Accessories
NetPost 19/35/DP, white
Item #205010 -19mm (0.60") diameter replacement PVC posts for Premier’s electric netting. Available in multiple heights, colors, and post spike options.
$3.80
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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 & 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
Warning Sign
Item #346000 -Let passersby know that your fences are electrified with this easy-to-read electric fence warning sign.
$1.60 -
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
Clamp for Ground Rod
Item #151800 -Simple hose clamp firmly holds negative leads from the energizer to the ground rod.
$1.30 -
Energizer Solar Panels and Accessories
MaxiShock Double Insulated Cable, 100'
Item #164207 -Electric fence cable with thick layers of insulating for transporting high voltage pulses from the energizer to the fence line.
$38.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Repair Kit for ElectroNet (Standard, Plus & Pro), HogNet, PigletNet Plus, RaccoonNet & VersaNet Plus
Item #201700 -A handy repair kit that includes all of the essentials to patch tears and holes in electric net fences.
$2.00 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Repair Kit for Bear QuikFence, ElectroFence & Plus, ElectroNet (DP), ElectroStop (DP), PermaNet, Plus & Pro, PoultryNet (DP) & VersaNet 60
Item #201730 -A handy repair kit that includes all of the essentials to patch tears and holes in electric net fences.
$2.00
Precautions
Electric fence is a pain barrier, not a physical barrier. A common mistake is not electrifying it. Animals may escape or become entangled (and may die). On a % basis, entanglement is very rare, but it can and does occur. If animals are scared or starved it will not keep them in. The first time you put the animals in the net, you should be available to watch them for a while. That way if one were to get into the fence and get caught, you can turn the power off and get them loose.
Warning! Due to risk of fire, do NOT use continuous output energizers with electric netting or electro-plastic conductors such as rope, twine or tape. Use only with a low or wide impedance intermittent pulse energizer. (Fi-Shock™ brand energizers which are sold as low impedance, continuous current output should NOT be used with electric netting.) All energizers sold on Premier’s website use an intermittent pulse and are suitable for use with electric netting.
Dry conditions and wintertime usage may reduce the effectiveness of electric fencing. Ice and heavy snow can flatten netting and thereby damage it.
Dry or frozen ground may cause post spikes to bend or break if inserted with force. Pilot holes may be needed. We recommend using drivable or single spike posts in hard soils. Double spike posts provide more stability when the ground is soft.