EF-22 STEEL POST POLY OFFSET 150MM THUNDERBIRD 679516

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Thunderbird 50 Pack 150mm Star Picket Pinlock Offset Insulator | EF-22

Keep your livestock secure and your fences protected with the Thunderbird Star Picket Pinlock 150mm Offset Insulator. This is a robust, no-fuss solution designed specifically for Australian rural properties. Its key feature is the generous 150mm offset, which positions the hot wire well clear of your main fence line. This creates an effective psychological and physical barrier, deterring animals from leaning, rubbing, or attempting to push under the fence, which significantly reduces costly damage and extends the life of your entire fencing system. Engineered to endure the tough Australian sun, each insulator is crafted from high-quality, U.V. treated plastic to resist degradation and prevent brittleness over time. The versatile pinlock design securely holds standard electric fence wire, polywire, or polytape up to 12mm wide. Installation is made simple and secure with the included stainless steel Nylock nut and bolt for each unit, guaranteeing a firm grip on the star picket that won't vibrate loose. This clever design also allows for easy fitting onto backwards-facing star pickets, giving you valuable flexibility on the job. Supplied in a practical bag of 50, this kit provides a dependable, long-lasting component for building and maintaining an effective electric fence.

Drive the steel post into the ground using a post driver, ensuring it's vertical and seated firmly — you want about 600mm in the ground for standard fencing. Slide the poly offset insulator onto the post; the 150mm offset will space your wire away from the post to prevent shorting when vegetation touches it. Attach your live wire to the insulator terminal, making sure connections are tight and the wire runs in a straight line to your next post or energiser. Tips: Check your offset insulators for cracks or UV damage every season, especially after hot Queensland summers — a damaged insulator won't hold the wire away from the post and you'll lose power. Keep vegetation cleared around the base of posts; grass and weeds creeping up will short out your fence faster than you'd think, particularly in the wet season when everything grows thick.

Common Questions

What's the offset distance on these insulators?

These insulators have a generous 150mm offset, which positions the hot wire well clear of your main fence line. This creates an effective barrier that deters animals from leaning, rubbing, or pushing under the fence.

What wire or tape can I use with these insulators?

The pinlock design securely holds standard electric fence wire, polywire, or polytape up to 12mm wide.

How do I attach these to my star pickets?

Each insulator comes with a stainless steel Nylock nut and bolt that fastens securely to your star picket and won't vibrate loose. The design also allows for easy fitting onto backwards-facing star pickets if needed.

Will these insulators hold up in the Australian sun?

Yes. They're made from high-quality, U.V. treated plastic engineered to resist degradation and prevent brittleness over time, even in tough Australian conditions.

How many insulators come in a pack?

These come supplied in a practical bag of 50 units, giving you a dependable kit for building and maintaining an effective electric fence system.

Do you ship this product Australia-wide?

Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via road courier. It is too large or heavy for Australia Post. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you have any questions about delivery to your area.

Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?

Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.