#$%^&*AU2015204345A120160204.pdf#####ABSTRACT A line strainer is disclosed, as well as an electric fence system and method of installation. The line strainer may include a spool having an electrically conductive axle with a first end and a second end. A securing mechanism may threadably engage the spool at the first end of the axle, securing an electrically conductive link to an electrical pathway to the spool at the first end of the axle.FIG. 1A 54 18 16 28 4 F 282 28 1 $1 24 K 32 L 12 1/4/