The cattle are out. The horses are loose. Everyone drops what they're doing to get them safely back in.
For Insulights, their story began on 700 acres with 150 head of cattle in Northwest Iowa. Walking the fence lines to check if the electric fence was live was simply part of everyday life. When animals got out, it was like a fire drill — all hands on deck.
That tradition of checking electric fences carried with them into adulthood. Then came the moment that changed everything: one of their horses got out and was struck by a car. Once the initial shock wore off, one question kept coming to mind — there had to be a better way.
Why Choose Insulights?
Insulights is packed with everything you need to monitor your electric fence with confidence — here's what sets it apart.
Visible from Half a Mile Away
Instantly see if your fence is live without ever walking the line.
Works in All Weather
Compatible with all post types and wire styles, including steel, T-posts, wood posts, wire, tape, and braided wire.
Universal Fit
Compatible with all post types and wire styles, including steel, T-posts, wood posts, wire, tape, and braided wire.
No Wiring Required
Powered by a common #2032 watch battery, pre-installed and ready to go right out of the box.
Made in the USA
Components sourced from Iowa and Minnesota, proudly assembled in Akron, Iowa.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about our company.
Insulights are visible from up to half a mile away in low-light conditions, giving off a glow similar to an LED holiday light. For optimal coverage, we suggest placing one Insulight every 400 yards.
Each Insulight comes equipped with a #2032 battery — a common watch battery — that is designed to power continuous flashing for approximately 18 months or longer.
Absolutely! Every Insulight arrives ready to use, with a #2032 common watch battery pre-installed right out of the box.
Since each Insulight ships with the battery pre-installed, it may begin flashing in your hand or while still in its packaging — this is completely normal and is caused by static electricity. If you see it flashing, that's actually a good sign — it simply means your Insulight is working perfectly!
Insulights are built to withstand the elements. After over two years of real-world testing on fences in Iowa, they have proven to perform reliably in a wide range of temperatures — from as low as -15°F in the winter to as high as 115°F during the summer months.
Insulights are uniquely designed as a truly universal insulator, making them compatible with virtually any fence post. Whether you have steel posts, T-posts, or wooden posts, Insulights can be easily attached — including nailing directly onto wood posts.
Insulights are designed to be completely versatile, working seamlessly with a variety of electric fence materials — including standard wire, tape, and braided electric fence wire.
Proudly made in America! Insulight components are manufactured right here in the United States, sourced from Iowa and Minnesota, and then assembled in Akron, Iowa.
Yes! Insulights are designed to flash continuously, serving as a reliable indicator that your electric fence is functioning properly. Unlike other fence monitoring options, a flashing Insulight gives you instant, positive confirmation that your fence is working. If the light stops flashing, this is a signal that something may be wrong with the electrical current running through your fence.