Styx 8-Wire Fence Batten – Suits 2.50mm, 4.0mm, and Barbed Wire
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The Styx 8-Wire Fence Batten is a high-performance alternative to traditional wooden battens or lightning droppers. Designed for ease of installation and long-term durability, it's ideal for rural fencing systems requiring up to 8 wire strands.
Key Features:
- Compatible with 8-wire farm fencing systems
- Suits 2.50mm plain wire, 4.0mm (No. 8) wire, and 1 strand of barbed wire
- Barbed wire option includes 25 integrated clips (barbed wire should not be electrified)
- UV-stabilised and weather-resistant for long-term outdoor performance
- No staples or tools required for installation
- Matches steel Y posts (waratahs) for easy integration (where compatible)
- The long-life alternative to a wooden batten
- Made in New Zealand
- Suits wire configurations from 3 through to 8 wires
- 10-year warranty against breakage
Available Wire Configurations:
The Styx 8-Wire Fence Battens can be configured in the following ways:
| Option | Compatible With Steel Y Posts | Wire Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| All Wires 2.50mm (12G) | ✅ Yes | 8 wires all at 2.50mm (12G) |
| 2.50mm (12g)Wires + 4.0mm (8G) Bottom Wire | ✅ Yes | 7 wires at 2.50mm (12G) + 1 bottom wire at 4.0mm (8G) |
| All Wires 2.50 (12g)-Top wire barbed | ❌ No | 7 wires at 2.50mm (12G) = Top wire barbed - traditional spacing for wooden posts only |
| All wires 4.00mm (8G) | ✅ Yes | 8 wires at 4.00mm (8G) |
| All wires 2.50mm (12G) and Barbed Wire Bottom - Special order only | ❌ No | 7 wires at 2.50mm (12G) + 1 bottom barbed wire – traditional spacing wooden posts - minimums apply. |
Technical Specifications:
Shipping & Returns
1. Shipping Costs
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. We currently deliver to New Zealand, Australia and the US.
Collection from our depot is possible, however you are required to arrange all shipping and/or pickup costs.
2. Returns
We are happy to take undamaged, unused and unwrapped products back into stock, less a 15% re-stocking fee. The balance will be applied as a credit against your account. Return shipping costs are your expense.
Bulk Orders
If you would like to place a large bulk order, or have questions about overseas shipping, please email us on sales@styxsolutions.com.
Questions?
Whether you're unsure about which products to choose or need help with a complex electric fencing project, contact us today on 03 974 4235 or sales@styxsolutions.com.
Before & After Installation
An example old fence that has been refurbished with Styx Battens.
10-Year Warranty
UV-stabilised and built for New Zealand farming conditions, Styx Battens are built to last.
Quick to Install
Install easily and quickly, even for large fencing projects. No staples required & reduce labour costs by up to 50%.
Versatile & Safe
With natural insulation, and incredible strength and flexibility, Styx Battens are perfect for both electric fences and all types of livestock.
The Original, Award-Winning Styx Batten
Sick of staples, hammers, crooked wooden battens or twisted wire droppers that move on the fence? Not to mention the labour intensive work of attaching wooden battens, we thought there must be a better way.
Testimonials
5+ stars for excellent service & product quality. Darryn worked through my fencing needs (very patiently). He's extremely knowledgable and came up with an excellent solution for my horse yards.
Laurie Pond
Excellent service and advice. Some very cool products. Thanks for all your help Darryn, will purchase more in the future I'm sure.
Julia Houghton
Great products, even better service and advice. Darryn has wide appreciation of what is required and happy to impart his experience to people looking to build quality and safe fencing solutions.
Would recommend to anyone looking for super solutions for horse related fencing products.
