Introducing a mount post designed for the Duo 6, serving the dual purpose of functioning as an earth stake. Crafted from durable hardened steel, this post is compatible with the Dual Power Energiser range and conveniently comes in two parts for easy storage.
Ensuring an effective earth system is crucial for the proper functioning of your electric fence. Without it, animals may experience only a mild shock or none at all. To test the effectiveness of your earth system, use a voltmeter by placing the live terminal on the earth stake and the negative prod into the ground. If the reading exceeds 300v, it indicates an inadequate earth system, requiring a longer earth stake and/or additional stakes. When adding earth stakes, maintain a minimum 3m gap between each stake.
Key considerations for effective earth installation:
- Earth stakes should be placed in moist ground.
- Maintain a distance of at least 15m from domestic earth installations.
- Higher powered energizers and longer fences demand a robust earth connection. Follow the guideline of having 1m of earth rod for each joule of energy. For instance, a 2-joule energizer requires 2 x 2m earth stakes.
- Install multiple earth stakes at least 3m apart, connecting them with insulated lead-out cable.
- Ensure that the earth stake registers less than 300v for optimal effectiveness.