Will an electric fence keep people or animal out? Electric fences are a safe and effective deterrent for humans, wildlife, and intruders. They make perimeter security much more secure and simpler to maintain. An electric fence is a system of wires and equipment capable of delivering an electrical shock when touched by humans or animals.
What happens if a person or animal touches an electric fence? For the most part, touching a properly-installed electric fence can lead to a harmless shock as the electricity passes through the system via a series of pulses, allowing the person or animal to disengage immediately.
How powerful are electric fences? Electric fence energisers put out high voltage (around 8,000 volts), but very low amperage or current (around 120 milliamps). This is 120-thousands of an amp. It should not even kill a squirrel.
