Top-Quality Fencing Supplies for Your Farm and Ranch
Protect your land and animals with our comprehensive selection of high-performance fencing supplies. Whether you're enclosing pastures, safeguarding livestock, or establishing clear boundaries, we offer a diverse range of products tailored to the unique needs of agricultural settings.
Explore our diverse selection:
Wire Fencing: Choose from various materials and strengths, from light-duty poultry fencing to heavy-duty livestock options, ensuring secure and durable enclosures.
Tape Fencing: Invest in convenient and cost-effective temporary solutions or permanent electric fencing options for adaptable perimeter control.
Essential Accessories: Find everything you need for installation and maintenance, including posts, gates, tensioners, and insulators.
Rest assured knowing your farm is protected with Jeffers Pet's high-quality fencing solutions. Browse our extensive selection today and find the perfect fit for your needs.
What is a fence wire and a fence tape?
Fence wire is a metallic conductor used to carry the electrical charge from the energizer along the fence line. It is the traditional electric fence conductor, available in various gauges and tensile strengths. Fence tape is a flat, ribbon-style conductor made from interwoven plastic strands with embedded metallic conductors. Tape is effective as a psychological barrier for horses and other animals with good eyesight. It is also flexible and easy to handle. Wire carries more current over long distances.
How much does electric fence wire cost?
Standard 17-gauge galvanized steel wire can cost $30–$80 per 1/4-mile (1,320 ft) roll, with bulk spools being more economical. Aluminum wire runs slightly higher, at $40–$100 per quarter-mile roll, depending on gauge. Polywire costs around $20–$60 for a 1,000-foot spool. Electric fence tape (typically 1/2" to 1.5" wide) runs $30–$80 for a 300–650 foot roll depending on width and conductor quality. High-tensile 12.5-gauge galvanized wire for permanent perimeter fencing is sold in half-mile or mile rolls and typically costs $80–$200 per half-mile roll. Shop online options available at Jeffers at affordable prices.
What are the different types of electric fence wire?
- High-tensile galvanized steel wire – Used for permanent, high-security perimeter fencing; minimal stretch and long lifespan.
- Soft/mild steel wire – Lower tensile strength; commonly used in temporary or low-tension applications.
- Aluminum wire –Highly conductive, and will not rust; good for longer fence runs where conductivity is critical.
- Stainless steel wire – Excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance; used in high-end permanent installations.
- Polywire – Thin plastic strands twisted with fine steel or aluminum conductors; lightweight, portable, and easy to roll.
- Polytape – Flat ribbon of plastic with woven metal conductors; highly visible.
- Polyrope – Round, rope-style conductor made from braided plastic and metal fibers; used for semi-permanent paddock divisions.
What is the best wire to use for an electric fence?
For horse fencing specifically, 1/2" to 1" polytape or polyrope is often preferred for its high visibility, which horses respect as a psychological barrier. Aluminum wire is the best choice for long runs (over 1 mile) where maintaining voltage at the far end of the fence is a priority. For temporary rotational grazing systems, polywire balances portability, ease of setup, and adequate performance for shorter runs.
How thick should electric fence wire be?
For permanent high-tensile electric fencing, 12.5 gauge (approximately 2.5 mm diameter) is the standard. It is thick enough to handle tension and occasional animal impact while providing good conductivity. For lower-tension applications, 14–17 gauge wire is common and easier to handle. For polywire and polytape, the number and gauge of embedded metal conductors determines conductivity, more conductors and thicker strands provide better current flow.
What gauge wire is used for electric fence?
The most commonly used gauges for electric fencing are 12.5 gauge for permanent high-tensile installations, 14–15 gauge for medium-duty applications with moderate fence runs, and 17 gauge for shorter, lighter-duty fences or where the wire will also be lightly tensioned. Aluminum wire is most commonly available in 14 or 17 gauge for electric fence use.
How long does electric fence tape last?
Quality electric fence tape has an expected lifespan of 3–10 years under normal outdoor use, depending on UV exposure, wind stress, material quality, and how it is managed. Premium tapes with UV inhibitors in the plastic weave and stainless steel conductors tend to last toward the longer end of this range. Storing tape properly when not in use extends its functional life significantly.
Interested in more farm and animal products?
Browse more fencing supplies in our catalog that provide security for farms, barns, stables and general outdoors. Check out our electric fence insulators, electric fence energizers, chargers, fence posts and more accessories here.
Can I purchase Electric Fence Wire & Tape online?
Yes, it's available for purchase through our store. Explore related items in our collections. Simply add the item to your cart to check if it qualifies for free shipping. Many of our farm & pet items are eligible!