Introducing our versatile 4 ft plastic step-in electric fence posts! Designed for both temporary and semi-permanent fencing needs, these posts are perfect for a range of applications. Whether you're containing livestock, managing rotational grazing, protecting your garden, establishing a security perimeter, or containing pets, these durable and easy-to-use posts have got you covered.
Sandbaggy 4 ft step in fence posts are UV protected for extended life under the sun, and are extremely easy to set up and install. With their sharp chisel pointed ends, you can even install these into harder rockier soils. Order them today as low as $3.30 each. Learn more below.
Please note they are 3 ft tall when fully inserted into the ground.
UV Resistant: Yes
A step-in fence post is a type of fence post designed with a step-in flange at the bottom, allowing easy installation by simply stepping on or applying downward pressure with your foot. Step-in fence posts are commonly used in temporary or portable fencing applications, as they provide convenience and ease of setup.
The spacing between step-in posts depends on various factors, such as the type of animal being contained and the tension of the fence wire. As a general guideline, for temporary electric fencing, step-in posts are typically placed 10 to 15 feet apart. However, in areas with higher animal pressure or if using thicker wire, closer spacing of 6 to 8 feet may be required for better stability.
The number of fence posts required depends on the length of your fence line, the desired spacing between posts, and the type of fencing material being used. As a rule of thumb, for temporary electric fencing, plan on using one post every 10 to 15 feet. Calculate the total length of your fence line and divide it by the desired spacing to determine the number of posts needed.
The depth at which electric fence posts should be installed depends on the type of soil and the intended purpose of the fence. In most cases, for temporary electric fences, step-in posts are inserted into the ground until the bottom of the step-in flange reaches the soil surface. This provides sufficient stability for temporary use. However, in areas with loose or sandy soil, deeper insertion may be necessary for better support.
They aren’t very tall once put in the ground, and if you have to do corners you’ll need to rig up bracing or use a single T-post. But if your fencer has a really good zap, and your horses respect electric tape & aren’t the sort to just blithely jump fences to get where they want to go then you should be ok.
My guys have been behind this fence for several months now as my barn was being built. At first I needed to fence them away from the construction area, and now I’m using it to make sure that where I currently plan on putting real fence eventually is actually going to work.
I’m in the sandy part of SC, and I’ve not had any problems with the posts standing. I have them about every 8 feet though, and the tape (Zareba from TSC) is pulled pretty tight. It held well through the wicked storms we has a month or so back. I used short T-posts to anchor the ends and beef up corners, tying the step in to the T-post with zip ties. It’s not the prettiest fence, but it’s worked well so far.