Fieldmate | Electric Fence Directional Fault Finder (Volt Meter, Current Meter, Short Finder)

Price: £59.99
(as of Sep 11,2024 04:26:01 UTC – An electric fence directional fault finder is an invaluable tool for maintaining and troubleshooting electric fencing systems. This compact and rugged device is designed to quickly and accurately pinpoint the location of faults or breaks in the fence line, saving you time and effort. Simply place the contact plate of the fault finder on the fence and follow the directional indicators, which will guide you straight to the issue. Whether you’re dealing with a short circuit, broken wire, or other common fence problems, this fault finder will streamline the process of identifying and repairing faults. Designed in the UK, combining cutting-edge technology with a rugged, user-friendly design. Ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts. With over a decade of experience in the agricultural sector, our technical team has developed a superior product that offers quick and accurate voltage readings and directional fault detection. Our commitment to innovation and quality has resulted in a fault finder that is both premium in build and competitively priced.
Directional Fault Detection: Identifies the direction of faults over 4Kv, providing precise troubleshooting.
Advanced Voltage Testing: Measures from 0Kv to 10Kv, suitable for various electric fencing applications.
Rugged and Durable Design: Water and impact-resistant case constructed from premium materials.
Pocket-Sized Convenience: Weighing just 170 grams, it’s easy to carry and handle, perfect for on-the-go use.
User-Friendly Interface: Simple, one-touch operation with no need for grounding; clear voltage readings and fault direction indicated by bright LEDs.
Designed in the UK: Developed by a team with extensive experience in the agricultural sector, ensuring top-quality performance and reliability.
Voltage Range: 0Kv – 10Kv
Fault Detection Threshold: Effective over 4Kv
Battery Type: 9V
Weight: 170 grams
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Reviewer: just browsing
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Not quite living up to expectations
Review: I got this since we are extending our electric fence (to keep hens in and foxes out), and when it rains the undergrowth touching the fence causes a significant voltage drop. Another fence checker shows 8-9kV normally, and 5-6kV when it rains. It would be good to know where the problem undergrowth is, so it can be trimmed back.This device looks good initially. Unlike our other tester, you press the button on this and it’s active for about 30 seconds, so you don’t need to keep pressing the button (which can have its own downside if you need longer to check the fence). All display LEDS light in a pattern on startup, which is a useful confidence check.The instructions are not clear about how it should contact the fence. There is a long-ish plate with a little stub sticking out, and the options are to ensure the fence wire lays along the entire plate, or if just the stub needs to touch it. Maybe it makes a difference, or none, but clarification would be useful. I tried with both methods but couldn’t detect any difference (but due to the fence constructions of 2″ squares, using the entire plate was problematic).This device tells me the fence is at 7kV, so it’s not agreeing with my other testers. No idea which is correct, and no way to determine that, other than the energiser datasheet says 8.5kV. Not a biggie though – just need it to say if the reading is good or bad and, if bad, just how bad. We do have another energiser which is alleged to put out 10-12kV. Our other tester, which only goes up to 10kV, maxes out as expected. This one does also, but it also sends a lot of the fence voltage into your hand so you can’t actually hold it against the fence for more than one pulse! I know it is rated only up to 10kV, but surely that applies to the electronics and not isolation of the user! Definite lost star on that one.So, does it detect shorts? Our fence is one of those mesh things, and each horizontal thread is a wire with no connection to other threads except at the ends of the fence. Not an ideal layout for finding shorts, I guess, but I grounded the bottom two runs with a metal tent peg. Voltage dropped to about 4kV and after some messing about I did actually get it to show which way the short was on one of those runs. So for a dead short it’s probably OK.Tonight it rained heavily so I got a chance to test whether it works for wet undergrowth shorts. Voltage was notionally down to 5kV but I couldn’t get it to show a direction of the problem. There seems to be some trick with not actually touching the fence wire, but it was inconsistent and very unreliable, and after 20 minutes or trying to get it to work I gave up.It does say it won’t notify of short direction for voltages above 4kV, and I presume that’s because it needs a significant drop (from ~8kV to 4kV) to be able to detect the electric field gradient. A fence with multiple strands may also confuse it, so perhaps it works with fences using single wires or tapes. For that reason I haven’t docked it a star for not working on our fence – YMMV.

Reviewer: DA22LAR
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Impressive
Review: The Fieldmate Electric Fence Directional Fault Finder is an invaluable tool for anyone managing electric fences. This device combines a volt meter, current meter, and short finder, making it a comprehensive solution for diagnosing and resolving fence issues. The directional fault-finding capability is particularly impressive, allowing you to quickly locate shorts and breaks in the fence line.Using it is straightforward, thanks to its clear display and intuitive interface. The volt and current readings are accurate, helping ensure your fence operates at optimal performance. Its robust build quality ensures durability even in challenging outdoor conditions.Overall, the Fieldmate Electric Fence Directional Fault Finder is a must-have for maintaining electric fences, offering efficiency, accuracy, and reliability. Highly recommended for any electric fence owner looking to save time and maintain fence effectiveness.

An electric fence directional fault finder is an invaluable tool for maintaining and troubleshooting electric fencing systems. This compact and rugged device is designed to quickly and accurately pinpoint the location of faults or breaks in the fence line, saving you time and effort. Simply place the contact plate of the fault finder on the fence and follow the directional indicators, which will guide you straight to the issue. Whether you’re dealing with a short circuit, broken wire, or other common fence problems, this fault finder will streamline the process of identifying and repairing faults. Designed in the UK, combining cutting-edge technology with a rugged, user-friendly design. Ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts. With over a decade of experience in the agricultural sector, our technical team has developed a superior product that offers quick and accurate voltage readings and directional fault detection. Our commitment to innovation and quality has resulted in a fault finder that is both premium in build and competitively priced.
Directional Fault Detection: Identifies the direction of faults over 4Kv, providing precise troubleshooting.
Advanced Voltage Testing: Measures from 0Kv to 10Kv, suitable for various electric fencing applications.
Rugged and Durable Design: Water and impact-resistant case constructed from premium materials.
Pocket-Sized Convenience: Weighing just 170 grams, it’s easy to carry and handle, perfect for on-the-go use.
User-Friendly Interface: Simple, one-touch operation with no need for grounding; clear voltage readings and fault direction indicated by bright LEDs.
Designed in the UK: Developed by a team with extensive experience in the agricultural sector, ensuring top-quality performance and reliability.
Voltage Range: 0Kv – 10Kv
Fault Detection Threshold: Effective over 4Kv
Battery Type: 9V
Weight: 170 grams