Not quite sure your electric fence is functioning properly? Not sure if the current is flowing through the wire? The Zareba® Electric Fence Tester has a light that indicates the current flow through fence wire. It's molded of high-impact ABS plastic. Have peace of mind knowing your fence wire current is flowing properly, securing your livestock and other animals.
A light that indicates the current flow through fence wire
Molded of high impact ABS plastic
Have peace of mind knowing that your fence wire current is flowing properly, securing your livestock and other animals
It is a cheap way to get some indication of current. It does not "glow" as the packaging says, but it flashes quickly. It is hard to see when it is still light outside. Persistence filled in and I get a flash at each point that is tested. Good enough for now. My first electric fence and a life time of deer eating my roses. If this is an effective fix I will be getting a second solar powered charger and a better tester. If you do not need a $75 tester with all the bells and whistles, this is a great little unit for ten bucks. I would do it again and am pleased with the choice I made for the short term.
Worthless if your fence is over 5 feet. The wire lead is too short, it's only about 54" long, so it doesn't reach from the ground to the top wire. Why not make the lead 6 to 8 feet long and cover all conditions, like security fencing.
This device is easy to use. However, the pulsing indicator light is difficult to see in daylight. I have to use it in the early morning or evening, or create my own shady spot with a piece of cardboard or wood, or by positioning my body between the sun and the device. It would be 5 stars if the light bulb were brighter.
Is easy to use and does what it advertises cheaply and quickly: Let's the user know if their is an electric current passing through electric fence wiring. It does not, however, give the voltage, but it's not designed to do that. Used mine on 17 gauge aluminum wire and it worked great.
One dog - the puppy - can tell the wire's "hot" the big dog not so much. Not willing to risk getting knocked on my butt - again - I opted for buying this as an add-on.Easy to use, just hang the handle on the wire and stick the nail end in the ground. Little neon lamp *(remember those? Early 20th century technology, or late 19th, not sure) glows red and in bright daylight the contrast with the black handle makes it very easy to see.A good investment. One I should have made years ago.
One dog - the puppy - can tell the wire's "hot" the big dog not so much. Not willing to risk getting knocked on my butt - again - I opted for buying this as an add-on. Easy to use, just hang the handle on the wire and stick the nail end in the ground. Little neon lamp *(remember those? Early 20th century technology, or late 19th, not sure) glows red and in bright daylight the contrast with the black handle makes it very easy to see. A good investment. One I should have made years ago.
This will vary depending on the type of energizer you are using. If your energizer pulsates the voltage, then the tester will also pulse.
Answer by: Lauren Potter (Admin) on Jan 30, 2023, 10:46 AM
What is the minimum voltage to turn on light? Model A1LVT-Z VOLTAGE TESTER
Question by: John Stanfield on Apr 12, 2026, 10:28 AM
Hi, thank you for reaching out. The A1LVT-Z voltage tester does not have a specific minimum voltage to turn on the light. It is designed as a simple indicator, so the light will turn on whenever it detects any electrical pulse in the fence.
Because of this, it does not measure or display the exact voltage—only whether there is current present or not. If the light turns on, it means the fence is energized. If it does not, the voltage is either too low or there is no power.
Answer by: Guillermo (Admin) on Apr 14, 2026, 10:04 AM
Do all the fence testers like model# ASLVT-Z work with both electric and solar powered fence chargers?
Question by: Kyle Kanter on Apr 4, 2024, 8:09 PM
Yes, the fence testers are compatible with all types of chargers.
Answer by: Kathryn Smythe (Admin) on Apr 5, 2024, 7:42 AM