Double H Brace Fence

An h brace is an assembly of three posts and bracing wire which creates a strong resistance to the lateral force of the fence.

Double h brace fence.

If you decide. Keeping in domestic livestock. Determined how many h braces you need mark where they will be placed and purchase all the necessary materials you will need to build the h braces. In the video below thefencepros demonstrate the proper way to build a wood h brace for your fence.

H and floating braces for multi wire fences and a bed log brace for single wire or low tension fences. In figure 1 let s assume you only have a single wood post for your fence corner or end. The double h brace version is meant to be used where more than a single fence brace. The h or horizontal brace has been one of the most common brace designs in multiple wire fence construction for years figure3 1 whether the horizontal brace support is put at the.

All corners fence line ends and gate openings require double h brace assemblies except that single. Refer to drawings on pages 7 9 for fence brace configurations and spacing. Directions for single diagonal high tensile steel wire brace covered with insul tube wrap the end of the high tensile steel wire at the corner or end post about 16 to 18 inches above the ground and secure it with a staple. Single h brace corners and end braces may only be installed at the ends of straight fence spans of 165 feet or less.

Priefert s h braces are great for anchoring your fence or for adding strength and stability in the middle of long runs of fencing. Have you ever wondered how the h brace works. An h brace can be used to secure a tall wire fence or trellis in place. It is formed at the end of a fence run by placing two posts vertically in the ground and spaced about 6 to 10 feet apart.

The double h brace is actually stronger and those shorter brace poles are less apt to get knocked out it is important to tie off the wire at a brace securing it solidly to the brace posts rather than just stapling the wire even on long runs. This double h brace kit contains everything you need to easily install a reliable fence brace including. All kits are hot dipped galvanized for long life. Hardware and 2 3 8 inch od pipe sleeves.

Double h brace version. Double h braces are primarily found at corners and direction changes in the fence line. Today we ll focus on the single h brace corner or end post since it s not only a common design but easy to construct strong and long lasting. Available in 4 and 8 lengths our durable h braces are constructed from 11 gauge steel.

We also use them on longer fence runs at points where the slopes are more prominent.