Cattle Siren FAQs

Q. Do I need the standard or the heavy-duty cattle siren?

Both the standard and heavy-duty PIERCE cattle siren reach cattle as far away as one mile.

This product brings innovation on how to feed cattle. Most cattle are naturally attracted to the sound of the siren. If some of the herds don’t initially respond the first feeding will cure that. As long as they can associate feed with a siren, they will keep coming to it. 

Standard Cattle Siren:

  • 92.5 dB @ 10 ft.
  • 2-minute max run time
  • 6-month warranty

Heavy Duty Cattle Siren:

  • 102.7 dB @ 10 ft.
  • 10-minute max run time
  • 2-year warranty

The heavy duty boasts a louder siren that runs for 8 minutes longer than the standard, as well as sounding a bit louder. We suggest the heavy-duty siren for daily use. If you’re using the siren a couple times a week the standard should suit your needs.  If your area is larger, you may want to go with the heavy duty for that extra volume.

Q. Where should I mount the cattle siren?

A. It can be mounted to a car, truck, SUV, ATV, UTV or tractor (not recommended for bicycles). It can be mounted to virtually any 12v vehicle. Keep mounting away from tires, and places where low lying tree branches or brush could damage it. For more read our article: "Installing the PIERCE cattle siren."

Q. How are the dimensions of the PIERCE standard and heavy-duty cattle siren?

A. Standard - 6.13" x 5" x 5" | Heavy Duty - 6.33" x 4.5" x 4.5"

Q. How far does the siren sound travel?

A. There are a number of variables to consider when answering this question. Wind, weather, terrain, and other factors will contribute to how far the sound travels. Read on for how loud the cattle siren is.

Q. How loud is the cattle siren?

A. Measured at a current of 20 amps and 12 volts to the motor from 10 ft away, the standard cattle siren is at 92.5 dB while the heavy-duty siren sounds in at 102.7 dB. To give you an idea of how loud that is standing a few feet away from a power mower comes in at 107 dB while a jet engine from 100 feet away is 140 dB.

Q. How do I maintain the cattle siren?

A. Occasionally check to make sure there is no debris in the fan by carefully inspecting the PIERCE cattle siren. 

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