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Poly rope electric fences are a popular option for equine owners as they provide greater visibility than wire or twine fences. They are also a good solution for temporary, semi-permanent, or portable fencing. To connect a poly rope electric fence, you will need to splice the polywire, which can be done in several ways. One common method is to use crimping sleeves, which are metal fittings designed to re-establish an electric connection between two pieces of polywire by locking the two sides together and allowing the conductors to touch. Another method is to tie the two ends of the polywire together, although this is only recommended as a temporary solution. For a more secure and long-term connection, you can use electric fence joiners like connection bolts, crimps, and clamps. These joiners provide a larger surface area, ensuring better contact between the metallic strands.
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What You'll Learn
Joining poly rope wires
If you don't have crimping sleeves or a crimping tool, a temporary solution is to simply tie the two ends of the poly wire together. Take both ends of the break and tie them together securely, leaving just over an inch or about 4 centimetres of excess wire on both sides. Then, melt the polymer/plastic fibres with a lighter or small flame to expose the thin metal wires. Try not to heat the thin wire for too long, as they will melt. If you can't melt the polymer, just separate the metal wires and plastic strands by hand by gently pulling and separating a bit at a time. Group all the metal strands together and twist them tightly into one secure solid strand. This will prevent arcing and sparking from wires that are close but not in full contact.
For a cleaner and more secure join that reduces arcing and sparking, use joiners like connection bolts, crimps, and clamps that are designed for electric fence joins and break repairs. The larger surface area of the electric fence joiners ensures a better connection of the metallic strands in any electric fence wire. Bolts and clamps are great for temporary fencing where your electric fence joins are only needed for short periods of time. Crimps are also great for long-term secure connections with great surface contact. Any reduction in sparks and arcing will increase the power of your electric fence and prevent burns on your poly wires.
For longer fences or permanent fences, plain galvanised fencing wire is recommended because poly wire is too thin to carry the electrical charge over longer distances (reportedly, 100-200 metres is the limit) and doesn't last well, particularly in the sun. Using galvanised wire is more expensive, more difficult to wind up, and not as visible to animals.
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Using crimping sleeves
To connect a poly rope electric fence using crimping sleeves, start by turning off the power to the fence and testing that the power is off using a voltage tester. Then, measure and cut the ends of your poly ropes to ensure they are even and untangled. Next, put on a pair of gloves and place at least three crimping sleeves over one end of the first poly wire. Now, take the second poly wire and slide it through the open slots on the sleeves. Using a crimping tool, squeeze each sleeve tightly to create a strong connection. You can test the strength of the sleeves by pulling on each end to see if the poly wire slides out. If it does, simply repeat the process with the crimping tool. Finally, turn on the power to the fence and use the voltage tester to check the voltage levels on each side of the splice. If one side is significantly lower, you may need to redo the splice.
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Tying temporary knots
Firstly, turn off the power to the fence and use a voltage tester to ensure that the power is off. Then, tie the two ends of the poly rope together with multiple knots. This will help to re-establish an electrical connection between the two sides of the fence. Make sure that all individual wires within the poly rope are connected to ensure a proper electrical charge.
When creating the knots, it is important to use a strong, secure knot that will not easily come undone. One option is to use a clove hitch knot, which is a simple, secure knot that is easy to tie and untie. To create this knot, form a loop around the rope and pull the end of the rope through the loop, then pull the end of the rope through the loop again and tighten the knot. Other suitable knots include the figure-eight knot, the fisherman's knot, or the surgeon's knot.
It is important to note that while tying knots is a quick and easy way to connect poly rope for an electric fence, it is not a permanent solution. For a more secure and long-lasting connection, using crimping sleeves to splice the poly rope together is recommended.
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Adding tension to the fence line
To add tension to your electric fence, you can use a tension kit, which typically includes a ratchet, an s-hook, a clamp, rope, and an instruction booklet. Begin by tying the s-hook to one end of the ratchet rope. Then, insert the other end of the ratchet rope into the ratchet, ensuring it goes in opposite the release switch. Next, thread the rope around the ratchet wheel and back out in the opposite direction. Finally, tie a knot in the ratchet rope to secure it and prevent slippage.
For high tensile fences, the initial tensioning is usually sufficient, and no further tensioning is required. However, it's important to note that a minimum of two workers are needed for tensioning high tensile fence projects. In contrast, low carbon fencing requires more frequent tensioning.
After initial tensioning, it is recommended to let the fence sit for 24 hours to allow the posts to settle. Re-tensioning after this period completes the tensioning process. Regular re-tensioning is generally not needed unless the posts are disturbed by frost or impacted by animals or machinery.
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Electrifying the fence
Before you begin, calculate the total linear feet of the fence and select an energizer accordingly. As a general rule of thumb, you will need 1 output joule per mile of the fence.
Now, you can begin the process of electrifying the fence. Start by turning off the power to the fence and using a voltage tester to ensure that the power is off. Then, connect the hot terminal of your energizer to the fence line using a rope-to-energizer connector. Once the connection is secure, turn on the power to the fence and use the voltage tester to check the voltage levels. If the voltage is stable, your fence is now electrified.
If you need to join two lengths of poly rope together, there are a few different methods you can use. One common method is to use crimping sleeves. Slide three crimping sleeves over one end of the poly rope, then slide the second poly rope through the open slots on the sleeves. Use a crimper tool to squeeze each sleeve tight, creating a strong connection. Test the strength of the connection by pulling on each end, and redo the splice if necessary.
Another method for joining poly rope is to tie the ends together securely, leaving about 4 centimetres of excess rope on both sides. Then, use a lighter or small flame to melt the plastic fibres and expose the thin metal wires. Group the metal strands together and twist them into one solid strand to prevent arcing and sparking. This method is only recommended as a temporary fix.
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Frequently asked questions
Poly rope for electric fences can be connected using a crimping sleeve splice. First, turn off the power to the fence and use a voltage tester to ensure that the power is off. Then, put on some gloves and slide three crimping sleeves over one end of the poly rope. Next, hold the sleeves in place and slide the second poly rope through the open slots on the sleeves. Finally, use a crimper tool to squeeze each sleeve tight to create a strong connection.
To connect poly rope for an electric fence, you will need gloves, a voltage tester, and a crimper tool. You will also need crimping sleeves, which are available in packs of 25.
An alternative way to connect poly rope for an electric fence is to tie the two ends of the poly rope together. However, this method is only recommended as a temporary solution.
