Solar Powered Electric Fence

Protect your livestock, pets and property with solar powered electric fencing.

Go anywhere, solar fencing prevents the deer and the antelope from munching on your tender new growth, keeps the livestock right where they should be or establishes a safe perimeter for pets.

When, where and how to use a solar powered electric fence.

• You'll need an area with a moderate amount of sunshine in which to place the solar panel. The rest of your fencing system can be situated almost anywhere as long as the panel itself has access to unrestricted sunshine. The track of the sun changes as the seasons vary and it's a good idea to check at least once a month to ensure that your panels are pointed in a direction and at an appropriate angle to collect the most sunshine.


• Sheep are being used more and more to keep troublesome areas trimmed, even in urban boulevards. Electric fencing keeps them contained in a specific area 'til they've cropped it clean then can be moved to another area to trim that.


• Remote areas where it's impractical to use grid utilities are ideal for incorporating solar fencing.


• Protect trees, plantings and gardens by keeping wildlife and livestock away.


• Controlling where livestock can go, and when, allows for even distribution of droppings. That means all areas are equally fertilized. Also, it allows areas to regrow while the livestock are off limits.


• Electronic fencing can be used to establish a perimeter around your property to keep pets safe and at home.


• Keep wildlife and livestock from damaging your garden, flower beds and young trees.

Advantages of a solar powered electric fence

• No power source other than the solar panel is required.


• Solar powered electric fencing can be used in remote areas.


• No operating costs.


• Many solar powered fences are designed to shock through weeds and grass.


• Solar powered fence chargers can easily be moved to accommodate your needs. Ideal for moving livestock around to new growth in pasture areas.


• Solar powered electric fencing requires minimal maintenance.


• Fewer worries about power outages or electrical storms damaging your system or letting down your guard.


• Most solar powered fence chargers will continue to work up to 2 weeks without any significant sunshine once they're fully charged.

Tips for buying a solar powered electric fence

Before making your purchase there are some things you'll need to know in order to get the desired results.

• Decide on the circumference you would like your fence to be and take the measurements with you when you make your puchase.



• The solar panel must have adequate voltage to energize the full length of your fence. Weak spots can result in the loss of your animals.



• Take into consideration the size and number of animals you need to contain or keep out. As a general rule, the larger the animal the thicker the hide and the higher voltage you'll need to keep the animal contained.



• The larger the area you need to electrify, the bigger the solar charger required.



• Many solar powered fence chargers come ready made with wire, solar panel and battery. If you need more wire make sure the panel you're using can adequately power the entire length. It may be adviseable to purchase the next size up instead of adding to an existing system.



• Do not electrify a barbed wire fence.



• A deep cycle battery will store excess power produced in the daylight and distribute it through the night and in inclement weather.



• Solar powered fence chargers are widely available and can be obtained at almost any hardware or farm supply store. Also there are all kinds of online retailers that carry the necessary components.