Compression Spring for Electric Fence

• Maintains tension: 

  The primary purpose of the spring is to provide a consistent, constant force on the electric fence wire, keeping it taut even as wire tension naturally fluctuates due to temperature changes or stretching over time.
• Absorbs movement: 

  It allows for small movements in the fence line without causing slack, ensuring the fence remains effective at deterring animals or people.

Compression Spring for Electric Fence Key Characteristics:

• Material: 

  Often made from SS304 stainless steel for resistance to corrosion and long-term durability in exposed environments. 
• Shape: 

  A helical (coiled) shape that compresses when the wire tightens and expands when the wire loosens, storing energy to maintain tension. 
• High-Load: 

  Designed to handle the necessary mechanical load required to keep an electric fence wire under tension. 
• Corrosion Resistance: 

  Essential for outdoor use, preventing the spring from deteriorating and losing its effectiveness. 

How it works in an electric fence system:

1. Attachment: 

   The spring is attached to both the fence wire and a point on the fence post, often via an insulator. 
2. Tensioning: 

   As the fence wire is strung, the spring is compressed or stretched to apply and maintain tension on the wire. 
3. Compensation: 

   When the wire expands due to heat or contracts due to cold, the spring will expand or contract accordingly, keeping the wire taut at all times