The 5" rail is composed of three 12 1/2 gauge high tensile wires that are completely encased in Polymer. The top of the rail has a conductive polymer, allowing the rail to be electrified. The remaining part of the rail is nonconductive. Like the Centaur HTP® rail, this continuous rail is designed to flex upon impact, making it significantly safer for horses than most other styles of fence. The wires are bonded to the Polymer, so they cannot pop out upon impact and injure a horse (unlike other generic brands.)

A patented "belt loop" bracketing system allows rails to slip through the bracket, dispersing impact. Special HTP® polymer brackets have a steel core that adds strength and durability. Unlike other generic brands, Centaur HTP's® brackets are Polymer coated, which are safer for horses and protect the rail from pinching and tearing. These brackets are virtually indestructible.

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Long before it's time to replace a board fence, horses can do tons of damage to boards by chewing, cribbing, and rubbing against the fence.  Hot Rail HTP® fencing can withstand the strain horses put on a fence over time. 

Hot Rail HTP® has a 30-year limited warranty when installed according to manufacturer's specifications.  Oak board fencing may last around 12 - 15 years, but can be dangerous if it splinters, warps, or the boards pop off the fence. 

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Hot Rail HTP® and Centaur HTP® have a 30 year warranty. Centaur HTP® is the only flexible rail fence that has installations over 20 years old. This gives the manufacturer a proven track record of performance over the long haul. They have put extensive testing and research into their products, to guarantee their performance and customer satisfaction.

Some generic brands stamp a 30 year warranty on their products, but have had little time out on the field to prove it. We have seen generic brands that have cracked and not held up over time.

Hot Rail's polymer is mechanically bonded to the wire. Since that feature is patented, other generic brands use a glue to bond the wire to the rail. This is extremely important to note because Hot Rail's mechanical bonding prevents the wires in the rail from breaking free from the polymer and "popping out" of the fence upon impact. Due to time and fluctuations in temperatures, the wire in other brands can break free from the material, making it very dangerous.

Hot Rail HTP® is the highest quality 5" rail on the market. It has a minimum breaking strength of 4050 lbs. per rail and weighs 171 lbs. per 660 ft. roll. We have seen photos of automobiles rolling and hitting the fence, without breaking the rails.

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Although costs can vary according to the project's specifications, most Hot Rail fence installations cost between $1 and $3 more than board fencing. However, board fence has a lifetime expectancy of around 15 years or less, while Hot Rail has a 30 year limited warranty. In the long run, Hot Rail will cost less than board fencing. Vinyl PVC fencing is almost always more expensive than Hot Rail, and not as safe for horses.

Hot Rail HTP® looks similar to a painted board fence or rigid vinyl fencing, except that it is much safer and designed specifically for horses.

Because the manufacturer is concerned that the fence is installed correctly, in order to receive the warranty on this product the installation must be completed according to their specifications. Photos of the installation process must also be taken. We take great care and pride in properly installing your fence. We are factory trained installers of Centaur HTP® fence systems. The strength and beauty of this fence depend on proper installation.