Electric fence posts

Posts are an essential part of any electric fence. As there are many different types of posts available, we would like to take you through the different options and inform you as to what you need to know when choosing the right post.

Permanent and Mobile electric fencing

Mobile or permanent fencing - The first question to ask when deciding what kind of fencing post you will use. For both types of fencing, multiple types are available.

Permanent electric fence posts

Fence posts for permanent fencing for many types of animals. The Insulated Line Post is also suitable for semi-permanent electric fences due to its mobility. The Eco Post lasts up to 30 years and has the guaranteed strength and longevity required for permanent fencing. Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, have an FSC® hallmark, and come with a 10-year guarantee. Furthermore, they don't need insulators. The fiberglass post is a highly adaptable, easy-to-install post that can be used in portable, semi-permanent, and permanent fences.

Did you know?

Did you know? Not only does Gallagher have the Ring Top posts in their range, we also have the Multi Wire Ring Top Posts?
These fencing posts are also extremely suitable for fencing pastures with animals of different heights.

Mobile electric fence posts

A mobile (or moveable) fence is a temporary fence that needs to be easy to erect and break down. The use of lightweight posts has definite advantages.

For mobile fencing, there is a wide range of posts to choose from, which differ in height and application. The choice for a mobile fence post is also closely linked to the type of animal you want to keep. We have suitable mobile fence posts for every type of animal.

Horse post

The name says it all. This post has a stirrup thread to make installation quick and easy. Due to the unique twist and lock system, conductors can be easily installed. The horse posts are suited for cord, polywire, and tape up to 20mm. The wire holders are numbered, so you can efficiently place lines on the same height. Check out all products here.

Gallagher Tip!

The spacing between posts can be doubled when making use of tension springs in your fence. The tension spring will make sure that your conductor will remain tense in both warm and cold weather. When using springs the distance between posts may be doubled, saving money when purchasing posts. Also, the corner posts will have less strain, so it will save time in maintaining your fence.

Vario post

A sturdy and durable plastic post. Easy to install and due to the unique twist and lock system it guarantees a simple and secure connection of the conductor. The Vario posts have 9 numbered wire holders, so your wire can be installed at whatever height you desire. The post is suited for polywire and tape up to 20mm.

Ring top post

The Ring Top Post is the most popular option for dairy and cattle portable fences. With a head that won't wear through, a strong footplate that won't bend under pressure and a design that reduces tangling, this post combines more strength with less frustration. The maximum fence height is 0.80 metre.

Multiwire Ring top post

The Multi-wire Ring Top post has several movable insulators, making it easy to put up fencing at the required height. These fencing posts are also extremely suitable for fencing pastures with animals of different heights. The post has a patented top insulator that prevents the wire from wearing through. With a sturdy footplate, making the post easy to put up. The double ground pin makes the post extra stable after ramming it in.

SmartFence

Use the Smartfence to quickly and easily erect a multi wire fence. Posts, reels and conductors, all combined into one system. The system is easy to erect and takedown.

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Adjustable insulator (pack of 10)

Adjustable, plastic insulator for fitting plastic wire to oval spring steel posts. Comes with a 2- year product warranty.

€7.15*

Adjustable spring (19mm) (25 pcs)

Adjustable, easy to use stainless steel clips for adding an extra plastic wire to Gallagher 19mm black PVC posts (063475/063482). Comes with a 2- year product warranty.

€18.95*

Adjustable spring (ø 13mm, pack of 10)

Adjustable, easy to use stainless steel clips for adding an extra plastic wire to Gallagher 10mm blue/black plastic posts. Comes with a 2- year product warranty.

€8.45*

Clip for fibreglass post (ø 10mm, pack of 25)

Clip to attach fence wire to fibreglass posts up to 10mm diameter.

€11.95*

Curved garden fence post, pond post (pack of 5)

A curved plastic post for keeping herons out. The curved design makes this post ideal for preventing animals from leaning over into gardens and ponds. The post is suitable for use with plastic wire and is easy to fit. Maximum fence height is 51cm. Comes with a 2- year product warranty.

€28.95*

Deer post, plastic (black, ø19mm - 1.70 metres, pack of 10)

A sturdy, easy to install plastic post (1.7m) for portable deer fences. Several wires can be fitted to the post with adjustable wire clips (sold separately) - for flexible wire placement at any height. Maximum wire height 1.5m.

€79.95*

Deer post, plastic (black, ø19mm - 2.00 metres, pack of 10)

A sturdy, easy to install plastic post (2m) for portable deer fences. Several wires can be fitted to the post with adjustable wire clips (sold separately) - for flexible wire placement at any height. Maximum wire height 1.8m.

€89.95*

Duopack Vario post 1,00m Terra (2x10)

This heavy duty, plastic fence post has multiple lug positions for varying wire heights to suit all types of animals. The vario posts unique ‘twist & lock’ design ensures easy fence wire attachment and is suitable for plastic wire and tape up to 20mm. Maximum fence wire height is 0.85 metre.

€62.95* €83.90* (24.97% saved)

Duopack Vario post 1,00m White (2x10)

€56.95* €75.90* (24.97% saved)

Eco post 1,50m (pack of 4)

Made from 100% recycled plastic (polypropylene) and with a cross- shaped design, the Eco Post, lasts up to 30 years and has the guaranteed strength and longevity required for permanent fencing. These self insulating posts require no insulators. They are maintenance- free and have convenient pre- made holes at your preferred height, for easy set up. Eco posts come with a 10 year guarantee.

€37.95*