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Thunderbird - Proudly Australian 1

LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT

SYSTEMS

ELECTRIC FENCINGEID TAG READERS

CATTLE PRODDERSAGRICULTURAL SCALES

PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN

PRODUCT CATALOGUE2013/14

Quality Australian Made Products

Thunderbird - Proudly Australian2

Leading theway for AUSTRALIA.

Thunderbird has been supplying quality products to the Australian farmer for over 37 years.

Over this time Thunderbird has become one ofAustralia’s largest and most progressive livestock management electronics manufacturer.

Thunderbird is the Australian company that manufacturers-• PortableandPermanentElectricFencesystems

• Acompleterangeofagriculturalweighingsystemsandaccessories.

• Electroniccattleprodders

• Remotecontrolledfenceenergisers

ContentsPage 3 Mains/Battery EnergisersPage 4 Mains/Battery EnergisersPage 5 Mains EnergisersPage 6 Mains EnergisersPage 7 Solar EnergisersPage 8 Solar EnergisersPage 9 Battery EnergisersPage 10 Testers & Earthing KitsPage 11 Steel Post InsulatorsPage 11 Wood Post InsulatorsPage 12 End Strain InsulatorsPage 12 Stand Off BracketsPage 13 Gate KitsPage 13 Wire Joiners And StrainersPage 14 Underground CablePage 14 Hot Tape & Poly WirePage 15 Poly Conductor SpecsPage 16 Wind Up ReelsPage 16 Tread In PostsPage 17 Fence AccessoriesPage 17 Fibreglass FencingPage 18 General Fence ProductsPage 19 Cattle Prodders0 Ag Scale IndicatorsPage 21 Ag Scale Load BarsPage 22 Ag Scale AccessoriesPage 23 Ag Scale SpecificationsPage 24 EID Tag ReadersPage 25 Fence Operation & TestingPage 26 Earthing and Installation Page 27 Fence DesignPage 28 Temporary Fencing Page 28 Upgrading Existing FencesPage 29 Fence DiagramsPage 30 Company ProfilePAGE 31 Contacts

Surface mount electronic component robot

Automatic plastic injection moulders

QualityAustralianMadeElectricFencingProducts

Small Mains & Battery Fence Energisers

Thunderbird employs many Australians, manufacturing and distributing a quality range of products utilizing the latest technologies and machinery which lower production costs.


Small Mains & Battery Fence Energisers

MB65 Powers up to 7.5kmMB130 Powers up to 15km

•Designedtooperatefrommainsorbatterypower

•Optionalsolarkitisavailable

•LCDdisplaysoutputvoltageupto15kV

•Tough,O-ringsealedenclosure

•SMDtechnologyformaximumreliability

•MainsA.C.adaptorand12voltleadsupplied

•Qualitycomponents-2yearswarranty

•Lightningsparkgap-6monthslightningwarranty

•Vacuumsealedtransformerforlongerlife

•Lowbatterywarning&pulsetimingdisplayed

•Optionalsolarkitavailable

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 500 ohms

CurrentDrain

Solar KitSize 12V

MB65 0.7 Joules 7.5km 7.7kV 5.2kV 40mA 5-8 wattMB130 1.4 Joules 15km 7.7kV 5.8kV 80mA 10 watt

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 500 ohms

CurrentDrain

Solar KitSize 12V

MB250 2.7 Joules 25km 8.5kV 5.6kV 160mA 20 wattMB350 3.7 Joules 35km 8.5kV 5.9kV 210mA 20 watt

Medium Mains & BatteryFence Energisers

2 YEAR WARRANTY

MB250 Powers up to 25kmMB350 Powers up to 35km

• DigitalLCDdisplaysoutputvoltageupto15kV• Mainsorbatterypowered,(A.C.adaptorandD.Cleadsupplied)• Optionalsolarkitisavailable• Vacuumsealedtransformerforbetterreliabilityandlongerlife• SMDelectronicstoprovidethemostreliablecontrols• QualityAustralianmadeproduct,with2yearswarranty• Lightningsparkgapfitted-6monthswarrantyagainstlightning

strikes• Tough,weatherproofO-ringsealedenclosure• LowbatteryvoltageandoutputpulseindicatedonLCDdisplay

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Australian Made

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Large Mains & Battery Fence Energisers

Australian Made

Remote ReadyRemote control (optional)Turns energiser on or off, from the fence line.

Digital Function Display•Outputvoltage•Earthcondition–poor-fair-good•Amps-conditionoffence•Joules-energybeingused•Mode-standby,diagnosticdata

MB550R Powers up to 50kmMB1050R Powers up to 85kmMB1750R Powers up to 135km

• Digital displayofoutputvoltage,earthcondition,joulesandamps-conditionoffence-alldisplayedtogether, no toggling required.

• Mains or battery powered-12voltleadandA.Cadaptorsupplied(optionalsolarkit).• Remote readyturnsunitonoroff,fromthepaddock.• Auto power boostautomaticallyincreasesenergylevelsasfencerequires.• 3 powers levelstoselectfrom,low–medium-high.• Earth monitor-displaystheconditionofyourearthsystem.• 13 pulse speedstoselectfrom-1.2to2.4seconds.• Built in alarm activatesinternalbuzzerandoptionalstrobeorsiren/strobewhenfencevoltagedrops.

Alarmvoltagecanbesetfrom2to6kV.• Tough enclosure -O-ringsealed,weatherproof,robustABSenclosure.• Great back up-2yearswarranty,6monthslightningwarranty.• Solar compatible -optionalsolarkitcanbeconnectedtochargebatteryforremoteareas.• Quality components-SMDelectronicsandvacuumsealedtransformer.• Auto battery save function - whenbatteryvoltageleveldrops,systemchangesoutputleveltolowand

pulse rate to minimum.

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 250 ohms

CurrentDrain

Solar KitSize 12V

MB550R 5.1 Joules 50km 7.6kV 5.6kV 205-370mA 40 wattMB1050R 10.2 Joules 85km 7.9kV 6.6kV 335-730mA 80 wattMB1750R 17.6 Joules 135km 8.1kV 7.0kV 550-1180mA 120 watt

Pleasenote-energiserdistancesareaguideonly.Factorssuchasproximityoflivewire(s)toearthortootherpartsofafence,distanceoflivewirerununderground,thicknessofwireandearthconditionwillaffecttheeffectivedistance.Thunderbirdrecommendaminimumdistanceof200mmbetweenthelivewire(s)andanyotherconductor,otherwiseeffectiveenergiserdistanceisreduced.


Small Mains Fence Energisers

M25 Powers up to 2kmM60 Powers up to 7.5kmM120 Powers up to 15km

•SafetycertifiedtoAustralian/NewZealandstandards

•OKPulse light flashes with each fence pulse

•Tough,O-ringsealed,weatherproofcase

•SMDtechnology-forultimatereliability

•Lightningsparkgapfitted-6monthslightningwarranty

•Vacuumsealedtransformer-providesalongerlife

•2years warranty

•Madefromqualitycomponents

• Largefenceterminalknobs,withincorporatedstainlesssteel nuts

Australian Made

Australian Made

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 1000 ohms

Power Usage (Watts)

M25 0.26 Joules 2.5km 8.1kV 3.4kV 2M60 0.7 Joules 7.5km 8.8kV 5.2kV 3

M120 1.4 Joules 15km 9.5kV 5.9kV 4

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 500 ohms

Power Usage (Watts)

M250 2.2 Joules 25km 8.4kV 4.9kV 5M350 3.1 Joules 35km 8.6kV 5.3kV 7

Medium Mains Fence Energisers

M250 Powers up to 25kmM350 Powers up to 35km

Allthefeaturesofitssmallerbrothers-butwithmorepower.

Abletosupplymoreenergyforlongerfencesanddeliverhighervoltages.

SafetyisassuredwiththecertificationtotheAustralian/NewZealandstandards.

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Large Mains Fence Energisers Small Solar Fence EnergisersWith internal batteries fitted !

Remote ReadyRemote control (optional)turns energiser on or off from the fence line.

Displays voltage level being delivered to the fence line.

Digital Voltage Display

M650R Powers up to 60kmM1150R Powers up to 90kmM1680R Powers up to 130km

Performance Stored Joules

Max FenceDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 250 ohms Watt

M650R 5.6 Joules 60km 8.1kV 5.1kV 11M1150R 10.3 Joules 90km 8.2kV 5.7kV 18M1680R 14.5 Joules 130km 8.4kV 6.2kV 29

Higher powered models for those long fence lines with harsher environment conditions.

Pleasenote-energiserdistancesareaguideonly.Factorssuchasproximityoflivewire(s)toearthortootherpartsofafence,distanceoflivewirerununderground,thicknessofwireandearthconditionwillaffecttheeffectivedistance.Thunderbirdrecommendaminimumdistanceof200mmbetweenthelivewire(s)andanyotherconductor,otherwiseeffectiveenergiser distance is reduced.

Australian Made

Thunderbird’s new large mains energisers incorporate new low impedance technology to keep animals where you want them.

•Digital Output Voltage Display

•Remote Control ready - handpiece can switch the energiser on or off from anywhere along the fence

•High and Low output terminals—both can be used at the same time

•Tough O-Ring sealed enclosure, Australian made

•Power to control all types of livestock and feral animals

•Certified to the Australian / New Zealand Standards

•RFI suppression circuitry for minimum electrical interference

•2 Years warranty plus 6 months lightning warranty

•Quality components - SMD electronics and transformer is vacuum sealed


Small Solar Fence EnergisersWith internal batteries fitted !

Model Stored Energy

MaximumDistance

Voltage@ no load

Voltage@ 1000 ohms

S16B 0.13 Joules 1.5km 8.0kV 4.5kVS26B 0.2 Joules 2.5km 7.9kV 5.0kVS20B 0.13 Joules 2km 6.2kV 3.7kVS40B 0.4 Joules 5km 7.8kV 5.5kVS65B 0.7 Joules 7.5km 8.1kV 6.0kV

Australian Made

Australian Made

Medium Solar Fence EnergisersWith internal batteries fitted !

Self Contained Systems - includes battery

S16B 1.5km Solar SystemS26B 2.5km Solar System

Self Contained Systems - includes battery

S 20B 2km Solar EnergiserS 40B 5km Solar EnergiserS 65B 7.5km Solar Energiser

Ideal for small fencing applications. Fullyportable-internalbatteryincluded.Light,easyandfasttosetup.Fenceleadsandamainsrechargeraresupplied. Coatedelectronics,resinsealedtransformerandSMDtechnologycombinetoform a high quality product.

Feature Packed, all models -•Designedtoslidestraightoverasteelstarpostformounting.•Convenientstrongmouldedcarryhandleforeasyportability.•Superfasttoinstall,largeeasytousefenceknobs.•Idealmouldangletomaximisesolarcollection.•Pulselightflashestoindicateoperationofsystem.•Lowbatterywarninglight-letsyouknowwhentorechargefromthemains.•Fenceandearthleadssuppliedwithinsulatedgrips.

Mainsbatterycharger for internalbattery included—chargesovernightduring bad weather

Ideal for small fencing applications. Output leads are supplied.Fully portable - internal battery included. Multi coloured LED, low and high power levels. Slides over steel star post.Mains battery charger is supplied for poor weather periods.


Large Solar Fence Energisers

Australian Made

S70 10km Solar Energiser - All in one unitS150 20km Solar Energiser - All in one unitS250 25km Solar Energiser (MB250 + solar kit)S350 35km Solar Energiser (MB350 + solar kit)S550R 50km Solar Energiser (MB550R + solar kit)S1050R 85km Solar Energiser (MB1050R + solar kit)S1750R 135km Solar Energiser (MB1750R + solar kit)

Designed for large fence applications where no mains power is available.Regulator and mounting supplied as standard. Thunderbird’s largesolar systems are designed to be connected to an external 12 volt battery.

Batterynotincluded.

Model Recommended min solar panel size

Recommended min battery size

Systems Voltage Regulator

S16B 2 watts 5.5 A/H 12V NOS26B 2 watts 5.5 A/H 12V NOS20B 5 watts 7 A/H 12V NOS40B 5 watts 7 A/H 12V NOS65B 6 watts 7 A/H 12V NOS70 10 watts 60 A/H 12V NOS150 12 watts 70 A/H 12V NOS250/350 20 watts 80 A/H 12V YESS550R Solar 40 watts 100 A/H 12V YESS1050R Solar 80 watts 200 A/H 12V YESS1750R Solar 120 watts 200 A/H 12V YES

Note : Deep cycle type batteries are recommended. Solar panel sizes may vary due to geographical locations. Larger panels may be required in some areas.

Pleasenote -energiserdistancesareaguideonly.Factorssuchasproximityof livewire(s) toearthor tootherpartsofa fence,distanceoflivewirerununderground,thicknessofwireandearthconditionwillaffecttheeffectivedistance.

Thunderbirdrecommendaminimumdistanceof200mmbetweenthe live wire(s) and any other conductor, otherwise effectiveenergiser distance is reduced.


Battery Fence EnergisersAustralian

Made

Australian Made

Strip GrazerBD20 Powers up to 2km. Operates from 4 x D cell batteries or an external 12 volt battery

Designedforshortrunsofelectricfencing.Portable and low battery use are the big features of this energiser.Designedtohangonthelivefencewire.Allwiring comes as standard.Pulseandlowbatterylights.Electronicsareheavily coated to minimise failure due tomoisture and insect damage.

Small / Medium Battery Energisers

Garden Fence Energisers Kits

B20 Powers up to 2kmB60 Powers up to 7.5kmB120 Powers up to 15kmCoatedelectronicstoresistmoistureandinsects.Modulardesign.Pulseandlowbatterylights.Thisrangeisreliableandversatile-designedtooperate in the harshest conditions.

Model Distance Stored Energy

Battery Drain

Solar Option Low Battery Indication

Voltage @ no load

Voltage @ 1000 ohms

BD20 2km 0.16 15mA Yes - 2 watt YES 7.5kV 4.5kVB20 2km 0.16 15mA Yes - 2 watt YES 7.5kV 4.5kVB60 7.5km 0.7 44mA Yes - 5-8 watt YES 8.1kV 5.9kVB120 15km 1.5 105mA Yes - 10 watt YES 8.1kV 6.7kV

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BATTERY

240volt(mains)KitContains:Energiser8xPosts50mwireSignEndinsulatorsJointclamps25xPostclips

12volt(battery)KitContains:Energiser8xPosts50mwireSignEndinsulatorsJointclamps25xPostclips


Testers

Earthing Kits

Australian Made

ALL ThunderbirdTesters are

AUSTRALIANMADE

EF 5AFault Locator•Displays-volts,ampsanddirectionofthefault•Autopowerofffunction-savesbattery•Savestimelocatingshorts•Cordlessdesign-noneedforwires•Readsupto15kVandupto70amps

EF 8Digital Volt MeterReadsupto10,000voltsDigitalDisplayAutoon/offfunction9voltbatterylastsupto1year.

EF 9Lite Volt Tester4lightsindicatevoltagelevel1500,3000,4500&6000volts(poor,fair,goodorexcellent)Requiresnobatterytooperate

EF 4Fence FlasherSealed from moisture and insectdamage.Flasheswhenfencevoltageisover2,500voltsCanbeseenupto1kmaway.

EF 70Portable GalvanisedEarth StakeHotdippedgalvanized1000mminlengthTbartoptoassistremovalTermination bolt included

EF 126Earth ClampFits12mmrodProvidessecureelectricalconnection

EF 60Super Earth KitContainsbentoniteandsalttoimprovesoilconductivityaroundearthrod.Stainless steel rod for long life

Australian Made


Steel Post Insulators

Wood Post Insulators

EF 18S Super strong insulator UVstabilisedheavydutydesign. Ideal for wire and poly wire.

EF 18C ClawsteelpostEasymounting UVstabilised.

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

EF 23LLongsteelpostcapMaximumvisibility.Usewithwireorupto40mmtape.Secures to post.

EF 23S White post cap Idealforwire&cord UVstabilised Willtake40mmtape.

EF 31B Porcelain steel post Fire resistant and long lasting.

EF 106 Wide tape insulator.Takes upto40mmtape.

EF 19 PinlockwoodpostHeavydutydesign UVstabilised Shieldtopreventarcing

EF 19CClawwoodpost Ribbedforextrastrength. Anti arc shield UVstabilised

EF 17 Screw in wood post Screws straight into soft timber. Slotted for easy wire access

EF 31A Porcelain wood postLonglastingandrobust

EF 24 Staple insulator Clampsaroundwire. Galvanisedstaple.

EF 151 Wide tape wood post upto40mmtape

EF 730metresinsultube 5mmI.D-9mmO.D.

EF 18Ddualpurpose-fitsovalandroundholeposts,slotfor12mmtape,twopinoption, larger shield and fence wire pin.


End Strain Insulators

Standoff Brackets

EF 25 Porcelain end strainer Strong and long lasting Fire resistant material.

EF 16W Super end strainer ToughUVstabilisedmaterial. Ideal for long fence strains.

EF 16Mediumendstrainer Extralongleakagepath. Designedforshortstrains.

EF 26 Porcelain reel Ideal for corner strains Large41mmdiameter.

EF 31 Porcelain300mm Springsteelwire&Cclip Extralonglife—robust

EF 29 Pinlock300mm Spring steel wire. Fitstopre-strainedwire

EF 17L200mmscrewin wood post offset

EF 50300mmfibreglass offset and spring clip

EF 27Polytube300mm Canbeinstalledtopre-strainedwire Plastic tube insulator.

EF 28SSteelpost300mmplasticclamps around steel Y post. Verysafetousewithhorses.

EF 22Steelpost150mmplasticoffsetIdeal for hot tapeFits to both sides of steel post.

EF 83DSingle150mmEF 84DSingle250mm EF 85D Double250mm(500mmoverall) Dualpurpose,fitsovalandroundholeposts.Multiriggersaredesignedtomounttosteelorwoodposts.Comeswithcoachscrew,boltandnylocnut.

HOT TAIL Offset Insulators EF 351Single200mmEF 361Double200mm Steel pigtail.

Australian Made

Australian Made

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Upgrading Existing Fences.

Note: Wire should not be excessively strained when using 16

Wooden post drive in offsetsEF-340 150mmdriveinpigtailoffsetsEF-341270mmdriveinpigtailoffsets


Gate Kits

Wire Joiners & Strainers

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

EF 32A PlastichookgripCompletelyinsulated

EF 32S Gate handle Galvanisedspringandhook. Largeshieldtopreventshock.

EF 32BCompressionhandle.Superstrong compressionspring.Compression configurationensuresspringwon’tstretch.

EF 46Tapegate-upto5metre gatewaysIncludesadjustablebuckles, 3wayanchor,handleandinsulators.

EF 34C Spring gateIncludeslargegalvanisedspring, 3wayanchor,handleandinsulatorsUpto5metregateways

BungeeGateEF 1107mkitEF 110L11mkit

EF 34B3waygateanchor

EF 13S Wire joint clamp Heavyduty,strongdesign Galvanisedfinish,excellentelectricaljoint

EF 13CClawwirejointclamp Reversibleclamptype

EF 13 Wire joint clamp Split bolt type Takesupto2.5mmwire

EF 34 Plain ratchet strainer RustresistantgalvanisedframeCliplockdesign

EF 33A Porcelain ratchet strainer Rustresistantgalvanisedframe Longlifeporcelaininsulator

EF 33 Poly ratchet strainer Rustresistantgalvanisedframe and large insulator


Underground Cable Hot Tape & Poly Wire Specifications

Thunderbird’s underground cable is double insulated for premium insulation. It is manufactured from high quality materials with a galvanised wire core.Use as a lead out from shed to fence, under gateways, general wire connections and earth stake wires.

EF 11E25mx1.6mmundergroundcableEF 1150mx1.6mmundergroundcableEF 11F 25mx2.5mmundergroundcableEF 11A50mx2.5mmundergroundcableEF 11B 100mx2.5mmundergroundcableEF 11D200mx2.5mmundergroundcable

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

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Hot Tape & Poly Wire

Poly WireEF 40EO -200morangeEF 40EW - 200mwhiteEF 40DO - 500morangeEF 40DW - 500mwhite

The Poly Wire range uses 6 stainless steel wires, and is ideal for short distances.

Hot TapeEF 40BO -200morangeEF 40BW -200mwhiteEF 40CO-400morangeEF 40CW-400mwhiteEF 41100mx40mmwide

Designed for short distances Hot Tape is 12mm wide, with 5 stainless steel wires.

Highly visible woven design.

Ultra Conductive productsEF 48–200mThundertapeEF 48A–400mThundertapeEF 47-200mThunderbraidEF 47A–400mThunderbraidEF 52–200mThundercordEF 52A–400mThundercordEF 53–200mThunderrope

The range of Thunder poly tapes, cords, braids and ropes feature a combination of tinned copper and stainless steel.

They have superior conductivity and strength resulting in better power transfer and longer life.


Hot Tape & Poly Wire SpecificationsTHUNDERBIRD POLY - Tapes, Wires and Braids

Performance Chart

Product Item # Length ColourDia /Width

Volts at start of fence

Volts at 500m

Volts at 1km

Type of conductors

Poly tapes Width

Thundertape 48 200mwhite/black

12mm 8,000 6,400 5,300 Cu+ss

Thundertape 48A 400mwhite/black

12mm 8,000 6,400 5,300 Cu+ss

Poly tape 40BW 200m white 12mm 8,000 890 470 ssPoly tape 40CW 400m white 12mm 8,000 890 470 ssPoly tape 40BO 200m orange 12mm 8,000 890 470 ssPoly tape 40CO 400m orange 12mm 8,000 890 470 ssPoly wires/cords Diameter

Thundercord 52 200mwhite/black

3.5mm 8,000 6,960 6,200 Cu+ss

Thundercord 52A 400mwhite/black

3.5mm 8,000 6,960 6,200 Cu+ss

Poly wire 40EW 200m white 2.5mm 8,000 1,140 600 ssPoly wire 40DW 500m white 2.5mm 8,000 1,140 600 ssPoly wire 40EO 200m orange 2.5mm 8,000 1,140 600 ssPoly wire 40DO 500m orange 2.5mm 8,000 1,140 600 ssPoly braids

Thunderbraid 47 200mwhite/black

3.5mm 8,000 6,750 5,800 Cu+ss

Thunderbraid 47A 400mwhite/black

3.5mm 8,000 6,750 5,800 Cu+ss

Poly ropes

Thunderrope 53 200mwhite/black

6mm 8,000 6,960 6,200 Cu+ss

Note - The Thunder range of poly products use a combination of stainless steel (for strength and durability) and tinned copper wire (for superior conductivity), providing a longer lasting and better performing product.

Results may vary depending on conditions and many other factors, figures are with a 500 ohms resistance to earth to represent an animal.All figures are approximate.

Cu=tinnedcopperwiress=stainlesssteelNote:Earthresistanceisignored,soperformancewillbeworseifthereisanyearthresistance.

Specifications are approximate and subject to change without notice.


Wind Up Reels

EF 36 Up to 200m Polytape / 500m Polywire

EF 36A Up to 300m Polytape / 800m Polywire

Standard reels - insulated bobbins, aluminium frame, light and easy to use.

Strong, simple construction.

EF 36G Up to 200m Polytape / 500m Polywire

Geared reels - 3 to 1 gear ratio to make winding faster and easier.

Takes up to 200 metres of poly tape.

Galvanized frame, lightweight but strong design.

Australian Made

Tread In Posts

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

EF 61 Plasticmulti-wirepost1080mmhighHeavydutywhitepolymerExtremelylight

EF 37 Orangepigtailpost10mmheavydutysteelRobustconstructionforlongerlife

EF 38Multi-wiresteelgalvanisedpost1100mm,nonbreakablesteelfootReplaceableinsulators,springsteeldesign

EF 61B Blackplasticmulti-wirepost1080mmhigh

EF 39Galvanisedpigtailpost6mmspringsteel,1060mmNonbreakablesteelfoot

EF 38H Multi-wire1500mmsteelgalvanisedpost.NonbreakablesteelfootReplaceableinsulators,springsteeldesign


Fence Accessories

Fibreglass FencingIdeal option for temporary and permanent fencing.

EF 551000mmx10mmfibreglassposts



EF 57 10mmgalvanisedspringclip

EF 51Nylondrivercap

EF 49 Flood IsolatorMassivelyreducespowerlosswhen

flood contacts the fence. Sealed from insect and water damage.Preventsfenceshortingoutinto

floodwater.

EF 10K LightningDiverterKitIncludesporcelaindiverter,joint clamps, etc.

EF 15 Fence Warning SignNote:-Itisalegalrequirementtohavewarningsignsatfrequentintervals where fence has public access

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

TapejoiningbuckleEF 103B 40mmEF 104B 13mm

EF 14S Supercut-outswitch

EF 10540mmtapeendbuckle

EF 14 Cut-outswitch

Separateinsulatedclipsavailableingreen,blackandredEF 119 Triple leads

with insulated clipsJumperleads-EF 59 single

EF 121 EF 120 EF 122


General Fence Products

No 43 Wire SpinnerFully adjustableOver-runbrake

No 44SteelPostLifter

No 45SteelPostDriverNo 45ALargeSteelPostDriver

No 125Wire twisting toolSmooth comfortable handleAccommodates multiple wire sizes

No 430ChainWireStrainers

No 400Yellow steel post safety cap.Canbefastenedtopost.Brightvisiblecolour.UVstabilisedplastic.

Australian Made

Australian Made


Cattle Prodders

TS200 4 x C cells

TS250C Rechargeable

• Operates on 4 x Alkaline C cells - supplied.

• 12 months warranty• Strong flexible shaft• O-ring sealed end cap, helps resist water entry• State of the art electronics• Works with wet or dry animals• Button safety clip supplied• Lightweight and well balanced• Modular design, with replaceable electronic module

Choice of 3 Shaft sizes forboth models -295mm, 545mm and 800mm

Thunderbird’s TS250C uses an internal rechargeable battery for added convenience

• Strong one piece plastic moulding• Flexible shafts with inserted moulded brass tips• Button safety clip supplied• One year warranty• Modular design, with replaceable electronic module• 3 shaft sizes available—

Thunderbird’s TS250C prodders have a built in rechargeable battery. System can be charged by an A.C. Adaptor (supplied)or an optional cigarette lighter charger.


Thunderbird’s range of microcomputer controlled digital indicators incorporate the latest microchips and advanced software, resulting in reliable, high performance, agricultural weighing. Thunderbird’s indicators represent excellent value and can help you become a real professional, providing you important information in the yard to make better management decisions.

SS1000 Basic indicator.Main Features -Giant LCD display, easy to operate, fast and accurate weighing, 4 weighing modes including 2 livestock modes to capture moving weights. Sealed keypad. Very easy to use.Low power auto off function.Upgradeable to PS3000. Compatible with all load bars.

PS3000 Advanced statistical/drafting indicatorMain Features -Giant LCD display, internal rechargeable battery & charger,4 weighing modes including 2 livestock modes to capture moving weights, RS232 communication port, hold facility.Statistics displayed - min, max, number, total, and average weights - as well as statistics on each weight range.Auto Memory - remembers last weight when turned on.Auto Tally - automatically adds weight to statistics.5 Way drafting, and many more features.

ES6000 Alphanumeric recording IndicatorMain Features -Records - ID (tag), weight, date, file, 24 characters of comments and 12 condition codes on each animal.Operator can download all data stored at a later time to a PC.50,000 animals can be stored with 10 records per animal.5 operation modes, daily weight gain, back lit display,3 x ID fields, auto recording, search menu, graphic display,statistical functions, 2 communication ports, sealed qwertykeypad and many more functions.EID cross reference - assigns visual tag number against EIDnumber.Thundersoft animal monitoring and performance softwareprogram is supplied free.Directly connects to a suitable electronic ID reader, storingall data, and eliminating the need for a computer in the field.

Not for trade use.

NLIS COMPATIBLECATTLE ONLY

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Ag Scale Indicators


Not for trade use.

Ag Scale Load Bars

Thunderbird’s Australian built load bar systems are built to handle restless animals and perform in tough agricultural conditions. Portable or permanent applications, when coupled with one of our digital indicators you will find the best value Ag weighing system available.

Extender Bars (2 bars, 1000mm long)3000kg permanent load bars ideal for under cattle crushes. Heavy Duty design that’s made to last. Sealed transducers mounted in solid, thick galvanised housings, fitted with cable hose protection.

Quad Bars (4 bars, 580mm long)4000kg load bars suitable for under weigh bins and mixers, providing excellent stability.

Easymove Bars (2 bars, 580mm long)Portable load bars available in 500kg and 2000kg capacities. Lightweight, yet robust with galvanised construction. Sealed transducers with rodent protection mesh.

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Recommended Applications Easymove Bars Extender Bars Quad Bars Suspension 100kg Suspension

Sheep crates YES-500kg

Cattleplatforms YES-2000kg

Cattlecrushes YES* YES YES

Feed bins YES YES

Mixers YES

Woolpress YES** YES*

Fleeces YES

Note : *preferred option **2000kg only

100kg Suspension cell (1)Ideal for weighing fleecesand small weight itemsin hanging situations.

3000kg Suspension cells( set of 4 )Can be used to suspend cattlecrushes or large items


Cattle Platform CS 2PStrong, robust construction makes for easy weighing in a race, using anti-slip grid mesh. Available painted or in hot dipped galvanised finish.

Dim 2050mm x 640mm

Cattle platform V race and rump bar also available. Used with easymove bars.

TwoPiece Cattle Platform CS 2P2Interlocking halves make it easier to transport.Designed to be used with easymove bars.

Dim 2000mm x 640mm

3 way manual draft module CS DRABolts straight onto the front of sheep crate.Allows operator to draft animals 3 different ways.

Sheep Crates CS 2CThunderbird’s sheep crate provides fast, accurate weighing with its automatic open/close gate system. Rear gate closes behind the animal automatically. After the animal leaves the crate and the operator closes the front gates, rear gates then re-open automatically.

All steel construction.Used with easymove bars.Dim 1450mm long x 580mm wide x 1000mm high.

Pig and goat crates also available, with V sides.

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Australian Made

Ag Scale Accessories


Ag Scale SpecificationsFEATURES SS1000 PS3000 ES6000

Auto and Manual Tare YES YES YES

4 Weighing Modes YES YES YES

Low Voltage Indication YES YES YES

Fast Stable Software YES YES YES

Drafting 5 WAYS 7 WAYS

On Screen Statistics YES YES

Keypad Weight Calibration YES YES YES

Internal Battery and Charger YES YES

Auto Tally YES YES

Auto Memory YES YES

Lock (hold) Screen Display YES YES

Sealed Keypad YES YES YES

Point Set Programming Function YES YES

Auto Drafting Option YES YES

RS232 Computer Connection YES YES

External Power Connection YES YES YES

Direct EID (electronic ID) Connection YES

Low Power Auto Off Function YES YES YES

Group Files 100

ID (tag) Recording 16 DIGITS

Condition / Operator Codes 12 DIGITS

Animal Records 50,000

Back and Forward Keys YES

Ability to Edit Records YES

Alpha/Numeric Recording YES

Deleting Facility YES

Date Entries YES

On Screen Prompting Instructions YES

Various Load Bar Capacities YES YES YES

Previous Weights Displayed YES

Previous Codes Displayed YES

2 YEARS Warranty YES YES YES

Total weighing records 500,000

Load Bar Specifications Easymove Bars Extender Bars Quad Bars

Portable use YES NO NO

Permanent use YES YES YES

Gross capacity (kg) 500/2000 3000 4000

2 year warranty YES YES YES

Fine mode YES NO NO

Bolt down plates YES YES YES

Cable protection YES YES YES


EID Tag Readers

PR20 Portable Tag ReaderThunderbird’s PR20 portable RFID tag reader. Suitable for

reading NLIS ear tags and bolus, made robust for agricultural conditions.

Features -* stores 6,500 tag numbers * NLIS compatible, Cattle only* audible beeper indicator * digital LCD two line display* duplicate search facility * uploads a tag bucket file* delete last ID function * 30 ID files* 2 scanning modes * internal rechargeable battery Ni-MH* 6 menu functions * sealed keypad* communication software * RS-232 computer connection* Blue tooth connection using serial adaptor (optional)

Thunderbird’s PR20 is supplied complete with a downloading software disk, a 12 volt external power lead, a 5 metre serial cable and a 240 volt mains adaptor to charge the internal battery.

The PR20 has been designed with the rigours of agricultural use in mind. It has a moisture resistant computer port and switch, constructed from robust ABS and fibreglass and has a sealed keypad to avoid moisture or dirt entry.

The new PR20 electronic tag reader stores the IDs in its memory, and the data can be downloaded to a computer at a later time. The PR20 can also be directly connected to scale indicators, transferring the ID data to be stored by the scale.

Read range - approx950mm from operators hand, or up to270mmfromreader-dependingontagorientation.Operating Current-90-100mAaverageDisplay -16characterx2linebacklitdisplayInternal Battery-Ni-MH4.8V2000mAHnominalExternal Supply-5-12VdcCharge Current -120mAapprox.Number of files-30Read indication-AudiblebeeperandIDdisplayDuplicate search-willnotreadsametagtwiceinarow

Memory-stores6500IDsDimensions-Length765mm-ShaftDia32mm Weight-876gRated -IP44Transponder Types-134.2kHzHDX/FSKBaud rate-4800,9600,19200&57600.Blue tooth-optionalNLIS compatibility-canstoretagbucketfileforall6500tagsanddisplayIDonamatch.SoftwareimportstagbucketfileandexportsNLISnotificationfile.

Specifications

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Australian Made

Australian Made

THUNDERBIRD the REAL Australians!Australian Designed, Tested and Made.

The Development Continues -for Quality Australian made products

THUNDERBIRD is Australia’s leading Ag livestock management manufacturer. We are the only company in Australia that manufactures -•Electricfencegearedandnongearedwindupreels•Plasticmouldedtread-inmultilugposts•Dedicatedrangeoflowcostmains/batteryfenceenergisers• Remotecontrolledfenceenergiserswithkeypadanddisplay• Electronicstockprodderrange•Dedicatedcompleteagriculturalweighingsystems,NLIScompatible• Undergroundelectricfencecable•CompleteNLISEIDandAGScalepackage• Dedicatedanglemouldedenclosureforsolarfenceenergisers

Look for the Australian made symbol inside -and secure Australian jobs

Over the last decade, Thunderbird has developed over 50 new products.

Our Company’s commitment to research and development has been the key to our recent success.

Thunderbird, in addition to continually improving existing products in the range, is designing new innovative products for the man on the land.


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All specifications are subject to change without notice, as our company is committed to product improvements.

THUNDERBIRD is a trade mark of Country Electronics Pty Ltdwww.thunderbird.net.au email: [email protected]

Head Office NSW Ph: 02 6372 3600 Fax: 02 6372 2597

Qld Warehouse Ph: 07 3285 5711 Fax: 07 3285 2554

Vic Warehouse Ph: 03 9791 5800 Fax: 03 9791 3499

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