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So, for an effective fence, you want a strong energiser and tape that conducts well. The shorter the fenceline, the less power you need. However, If you can't build up at least 8000V or so on the fence, the zap will be too weak if you have a persistent horse. By that I mean, if I touch a fence with 8000V, I can't help but jump, even when I'm expecting the shock. With less voltage, you get a zap, but it's fairly tolerable. Depends on the horse whether they need a proper shock, or a gentle reminder will keep them away from the fence.

The "output joules" on the energiser tell you how much charge it can build up. I would buy one with around 1 Output Joule. The solar energiser linked above only has 0.1J, and many of the small, portable energisers with internal batteries are weak as well (e.g. Shrike 0.03V on D-cell batteries). These are fine for a small travel paddock, but I wouldn't buy one to section off a field longer term, especially when the other side has the good grass.
When you buy tape, look at the resistance (in Ohm). The lower the resistance, the more zap your fence will have. As usual, higher quality stuff will cost you more.
My experience with fencing equipment is that if you buy poor quality, you buy twice. And energisers break. A good warranty (at least 2 years) is worth it when you shop around.
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Very basic introduction: The fence works by building up a strong charge on the electric fence (created by the energiser). When the horse touches the fence, it closes the circuit and gets a shock. The circuit is between earth stake (ground) - energiser - tape - horse - ground. The horse basically closes the gap between tape and ground, completing the circuit. Anything else making contact between ground and tape (grass, tape touching wooden posts etc.) will weaken the shock. Also, the resistance of the tape, handles etc. will also sap energy from the circuit.So, for an effective fence, you want a strong energiser and tape that conducts well. The shorter the fenceline, the less power you need. However, If you can't build up at least 8000V or so on the fence, the zap will be too weak if you have a persistent horse. By that I mean, if I touch a fence with 8000V, I can't help but jump, even when I'm expecting the shock. With less voltage, you get a zap, but it's fairly tolerable. Depends on the horse whether they need a proper shock, or a gentle reminder will keep them away from the fence.The "output joules" on the energiser tell you how much charge it can build up. I would buy one with around 1 Output Joule. The solar energiser linked above only has 0.1J, and many of the small, portable energisers with internal batteries are weak as well (e.g. Shrike 0.03V on D-cell batteries). These are fine for a small travel paddock, but I wouldn't buy one to section off a field longer term, especially when the other side has the good grass.When you buy tape, look at the resistance (in Ohm). The lower the resistance, the more zap your fence will have. As usual, higher quality stuff will cost you more.My experience with fencing equipment is that if you buy poor quality, you buy twice. And energisers break. A good warranty (at least 2 years) is worth it when you shop around.I've bought from https://www.ukcountrystore.co.uk previously, and they've had great service when I've had to send a broken energiser back under warranty. You could have a look at some of their starter kits and compare. They start at around 120GBP, but you have options to upgrade to stronger energisers or taller/different posts. Any of the options for stronger energisers will require a separate 12V leisure battery though, which will cost extra (and a charger that can charge your 12V battery).

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