The electric fence energizer is the most crucial component of an electric fence system. The energizer is responsible for energizing the fence wires and monitoring the status of the electric fence. Therefore, it is crucial that a farmer get it right the first time. Additionally, it is one of the most expensive components in an electric fence installation. An electric fence energizer machine can be found in all fenced farms in Kenya. Choosing the right electric fence energizer machine for your farm in Kenya should be the first step when designing your electric fence.
What to consider while choosing the right fence energizer in Kenya.
Broadly speaking, getting it right the first time with the choice of an energizer machine in Kenya can not be over-emphasized. The energizer machine is the heart and soul of the installed fence. In Kenya, a quality energizer machine may be a bit more expensive as compared to others but the reliability and peace of mind will be profitable in the long run.
Factors to consider while choosing your energizer machine
The following are some of the factors to consider while choosing your energizer machine for the next electric fencing project.
- The Power Source. All energizer machines require a source of power to function. In this regard, some energizer machines can only be connected to Mains power sources while others are solar-powered. In the same breath, there are other energizer machines that are hybrid in that they can be powered using both solar and mains at the same time.
- Minimum output voltages of the energizer machine. Here the consideration is on what animal you would want to either keep out of the fenced area or inside the fenced area. For example, small animals like say sheep and cows may require less voltage to keep them inside the fenced area. While on the other hand, keeping an elephant or a buffalo out of a fenced area may require more power. In the same way, we also have to consider pets like dogs where more voltage would be lethal to the dog. Call/Text/WhatsApp us on 0722 708034 for advice on which energizer machine would work best in your setup. The output voltage is measured in Volts.
- Energy Rating of the energizer machine. This is used to compare two different types of energizer machines. The energy rating determines how far the energizer machine can power an electric fence. Joules is the unit used to determine how powerful an energizer machine is.
In Summary
When unsure, invest in a larger energizer. It is advantageous to plan ahead at this time. If you anticipate expanding your electric fence in the future (either by enclosing additional fields or splitting current paddocks), calculate how many additional output joules you will need and purchase an energizer that can support that additional load. The cost of updating the energizer as you go rises significantly if you are increasing your fences.
Examples of farm fence energizer machines available in Kenya
- Stafix Brand. This includes Stafix X1, Stafix X2, Stafix X3, Stafix X6i, Stafix X12i, Stafix X18i and Stafix M46000.
- JVA Brand which includes JVA MB8, JVA MB16, and JVA JUMBO.
- Nemtek Farm Fence Energizer Machines which includes Nemtek Agri 50, Agri 10, Agri 10 Fence Energizer machines.
