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Thunderbird Eclipse 8000 Solar Energiser
Original price was: $485.00.$320.00Current price is: $320.00.
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Description
Description
Thunderbird Eclipse 8000 Solar Energiser
The Thunderbird Eclipse 8000 Solar Energiser is a compact, portable electric fence energiser designed for reliable performance in Australian conditions. With an integrated solar panel, battery and energiser, it provides a convenient all-in-one solution for both portable and permanent electric fencing.
With 0.75 joules of stored energy and a maximum fence distance of 8km, the Eclipse 8000 is ideal for livestock containment, paddock management and smaller electric fence systems.
Solar Powered and Portable
The integrated solar panel and battery make this energiser simple to install without relying on mains power.
Key benefits include:
- Solar powered operation
- 0.75 joules stored energy
- Up to 8km maximum fence distance
- Lightweight portable design
- Fence and earth leads supplied
- Suitable for permanent fencing
- Suitable for temporary fencing
- Proudly Australian made
The portable design makes it easy to move between paddocks as your fencing requirements change.
Reliable Australian-Made Performance
The Eclipse 8000 is built with quality components for dependable operation in demanding rural environments.
Features include:
- Safety certified to Australian and New Zealand standards
- OK operation pulse indicator
- Lightning spark gap protection
- Surface-mounted electronics
- Vacuum-sealed transformer
- Large terminal knobs
- Modular design for easier servicing
The pulse light flashes with each fence pulse, providing a quick visual indication that the energiser is operating.
Built for Long-Term Reliability
The vacuum-sealed transformer is designed to improve service life, while the surface-mounted electronics provide added reliability. A lightning spark gap also helps protect the energiser against electrical surges.
Warranty
- Energiser: 3 years
- Lightning protection: 6 months against lightning strikes
Fence Performance
The Eclipse 8000 provides dependable voltage for a range of portable and permanent electric fencing applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thunderbird |
| Model | Eclipse 8000 |
| Power Source | Solar |
| Stored Energy | 0.75 Joules |
| Maximum Distance | 8km |
| Voltage at No Load | 8.1kV |
| Voltage at 1000 Ohms | 6.0kV |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Made In | Australia |
Ideal for Portable Electric Fencing
The Thunderbird Eclipse 8000 is a practical choice for:
- Livestock containment
- Temporary fencing
- Permanent fencing
- Rotational grazing
- Paddock subdivision
- Small rural properties
- Portable electric fencing
Its solar-powered design provides flexibility where mains power is unavailable or impractical.
Complete Your Electric Fence
For a complete installation, consider adding:
- Underground or under-gate cable
- Electric fence wire or whack wire
- Electric fence insulators
- Electric fence warning signs
- Earth stakes
- Fence testers
Why Choose the Thunderbird Eclipse 8000?
The Thunderbird Eclipse 8000 Solar Energiser combines portability, solar power and reliable Australian-made construction in one convenient package. With an 8km maximum range and 0.75 joules of stored energy, it is well suited to a wide range of small to medium electric fencing applications.
Additional information
Additional information
| Weight | 6.00 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 30 × 20 × 30 cm |



