When choosing a controller that best fits your needs the most important factor is what power source is available to you? If all the fields you plan to fence are not near a 120-volt power source, you need to use a 12-volt battery-operated controller. They can be used at any location without connection to a 120-volt power source. The batteries can be disconnected from the controller and recharged every few days to six weeks depending on the type of charger and the amount used. For a solar energy collector kit, the battery will be recharged daily for the life of the battery. If your fields are located near a 120-volt controller, it is most likely your best choice. There is no need to recharge the battery and they cost
less than the battery operated controller equipped with solar kits. Check out the Patriot, Speedrite, or Stafix dual voltage units 12-volt or 110-volt for a second choice.
Choosing a Fence Controller
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