Speedrite Poliwire
A white polywire that is good for temporary and semi-permanent fences.
Common Uses
Specs
Speedrite Poliwire | |
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Size | 1.6mm dia. |
Color | White |
Conductivity | 1471 Ω per 1000 ft (1320' roll) and 1972Ω per 1000 ft (1650' roll) |
Conductive Filaments | Stainless steel (9 in the 1320' roll and 6 in the 1650' roll) |
Non-conductive Filaments | Polyethylene |
Visibility to Animals | Poor |
Portability | Good |
Mildew Resistance | Very good |
Probable Lifespan* | 5 years |
Benefits
- Easy to wind/rewind onto reels.
- Excellent elasticity- post spacing can be up to 35 ft
- Small diameter enables reels to hold 2000 ft
Installation
- Attach a terminal insulator to end post.
- Tie end of twine to terminal insulator.
- Unroll twine along the fence line. (Using Premier's reels makes this easier.)
- Insert line posts.
- Insert twine in line posts at the right height(s) for your animals (see below).
- Attach insulators (preferably the notched PI 21n to corner and end posts.
- Tie twine to terminal insulator at far end post. By hand, pull it tight enough to eliminate sagging between posts. Tie off by hand, or leave it on the reel and attach to end post.
- Use one of our reels to rewind and store twine. EzeReels™ can be set on the ground next to fence. MiniReels are best hung from the fence.
- Install and connect energizer to a ground rod and the fence. Turn on energizer.
Properly energized fences last longer and require less maintenance—because animals do not crowd, rub or scratch on them. Confirm voltage is at least 3000V at the end of the fence line. Tree limbs that fall upon the fence must be removed immediately.
Spacing of line posts must be adjusted to terrain. Always put a post at top of hills and bottom of valleys. Vary the spacing of rope strands according to type and size of animal(s), fence usage (boundary vs. subdivision) and the number of strands.
Suggested Strand Height (from ground):
- For Sheep:
- 5-strand fence—36", 27", 20", 13", 7"
- 3-strand fence—35", 24", 12"
- For Cattle:
- 3-strand fence—40", 27", 15"
- 2-strand fence—34", 22"
- 1-strand fence—34"
- For Gardens:
- 2-strand fence—15", 6"
- For Swine:
- 3-strand fence—24", 15", 6"
- 2-strand fence—15", 6"
For dry soil and snowy conditions, convert the fence to “positive/negative” by connecting every other strand to a galvanized stake driven into the soil.
Precautions
Listed below are recommended optional components. Your particular situation may require alternative recommendations. Please call and talk to our fence consultants if there are any questions at 800-282-6631.
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Fence Connectors and Accessories
5 Light Fence Tester
Item #134100 -Easily check electric fence voltage with this simple light-up tester. Measure 2000V-8000V.
$15.00 -
Insulators
PI 21n Notched Terminal Insulator, each
Item #369200 -For insulating low-tension electric fences at corner and end posts and around trees.
$1.12 -
Insulators
PI 21 Terminal Insulator, each
Item #369100 -Reliable electric fence insulator for wood/steel posts and trees at the ends, corners or curves of semi-permanent and temporary fences.
$0.53 -
Fencing
Warning Sign
Item #346000 -Let passersby know that your fences are electrified with this easy-to-read electric fence warning sign.
$1.60 -
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 -
Windup Systems and Accessories
EzeReel™ Complete (includes spool & support)
Item #238600 -An effective reel for winding, unwinding and storing conductors. Less costly to use than other reels.
$41.25 -
Windup Systems and Accessories
MiniReel™ Wind-up Reel
Item #237600 -Most economical way to wind, unwind and store short lengths of a conductor. Lightweight and resilient to breakage.
$11.95 -
Fence Connectors and Accessories
Conductor Hook
Item #237400 -A quick, easy way to terminate a fence. Secures and insulates the leading end of twine, rope or tape to an existing fence.
$1.10 -
Insulators
PigTail Clip, each
Item #391700 -Premier’s snap-on clip design for 5/16" dia. shaft fence posts. For use with low-tension electric fence conductors (e.g. polyropes and twines.)
$0.25
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Tyler F from California
So far this has been great. Carries a good charge. I’m running a single strand and it holds my cows no problem. Apparently they aren’t having any trouble seeing it!
Michael F from Tennessee
Works great / good vendor