Discover the Versatility and Durability of Chain Link Fences
We provide a range of chain link fence solutions offering reliable security, clear boundaries, and durability. Discover the features and benefits that make our fences a top choice for various applications.
How to select
Fabric Mesh and Wire Gauge Configurations with Wire Break Load
Mesh Size | 6 gauge | 9 gauge | 11 gauge | 11 1/2 gauge | 12* gauge |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Inches(mm) | 0.192 in. (4.88 mm) | 0.148 in. (3.76 mm) | 0.120 in. (3.05 mm) | 0.113 in. (2.87 mm) | 0.105 in. (2.67 mm) |
2 (50.8) | S, HI | HI, I, C, R | C, R | R | R |
1 3/4 (44.5) | S, HI | HI, I, T | T | R | R |
1 1/4 (31.8) | NM | S, HI | I, C, R, P | C, R, P | R, P |
1 (25.4) | NM | S, HI, I | HI, I, C | I, C, R | R |
5/8 (15.8) | NM | HS | HS, S | S | S, HI |
1/2 (12.7) | NM | HS | HS, S | S | S, HI |
3/8 (9.5) | NM | NM | HS, S | HS, S | S, HI |
Wire Breakload Ibf | 2170 | 1290 | 850 | 750 | 650 |
Wire Breakload N | 9650 | 5740 | 3780 | 3340 | 2890 |
[2” 9 gauge is the most specified mesh for commercial and industrial applications]
General Applications: C = Commercial I = Industrial HI = Heavy Industrial R = Residential T = Tennis court S = Security
HS = High Security NM =Not Manufactured P = residential swimming pool fabric
Polymer coated wire gauge is designated by the steel wire core gauge not the coated finish
*12 gauge core PVC coated fabric
Chain link fabric height: The standard heights produced are 3 feet up to 12 feet. Some fabrics can be special ordered in heights up to 20 feet.
Chain link fabric selvage (top and bottom edge finish): Knuckled selvage refers to bending the two adjacent pairs of wire back into a tight loop. Twist selvage refers to twisting the adjacent pairs of wire into a close helix of the equivalent to three full twists. The twist selvage has two sharp points for the purpose of enhancing security, for security applications the twist selvage can be specified for the top and bottom selvage. For consumer safety consideration, chain link fabric having 2 inch mesh in heights less than 72 inches and fabric having a mesh size less than 2 inches are manufactured having a knuckled finish at the top and bottom, “K&K”. Chain link fabric having 2 inch mesh in heights 72 inches and greater is manufactured having a knuckle finish at one selvage and a twist selvage at the other, “K&T”.
SAFETY ALERT: Specify K&K selvage for 2 inch mesh in heights 72 inches and greater for play area, parks, play fields, ball fields, pools etc.
About Coating
Galvanized
Galvanized hot-dipped zinc coating is the most popular and inexpensive method for protecting chain link fence systems. Preferred for decades to define property lines and protect property, galvanized chain link offers a versatile fencing solution that will provide years of maintenance-free protection. Galvanized steel chain link fence fabric is perfect for residential, commercial, industrial, institutional and recreation applications.
The zinc may be applied before weaving into fabric (GBW) or after weaving into fabric (GAW).
Galvanized Before Weaving (GBW)
In this process, the wire is pre-galvanized before it is formed into a fabric. The weaving process creates an exposed cut end that will lack coating and be more apt to some minor rust in wet and severe weather conditions.
Galvanized After Weaving (GAW)
This process forms or weaves chain-link into a fabric first, and then soaks it in a large galvanized bath which adheres to the zinc coating. This ensures that all the wire is coated, even the cut ends created during the weaving process.
For commercial, industrial and institutional applications, aluminum coated steel chain link fence fabric is also available. Aluminized fabric is contained in various government specifications for use in prison, highways, dock, airport, housing, forestry, and military use. Aluminized steel chain link fence fabric is produced by cold-drawing good commercial grade steel rod into wire of the appropriate diameter. The steel rod from which the wire is drawn shall be produced by the open hearth, electric furnace or basic oxygen process. The coating is produced by passing the cleaned wire through a molten bath of aluminum metal.
Residential fabric uses larger mesh sizes and smaller gauges, and commercial/industrial uses smaller mesh sizes and larger gauge diameters. The smallest mesh sizes, from 1-1/4” to 3/8”, are called High Security or Mini-Mesh.
Application
Residential
Sport Field
Chain link has been the durable standard for years for sport applications, such as baseball fields, around tennis courts, and playgrounds.
Commercial/Industrial
Chain link frequently provides the security and durability commercial and industrial sites need. Applications include airports, pipelines, restricted areas, and equipment yards.
High-Security
With the integration of access control and other deterrents such as Razor Ribbon, it is easy to design a chain link high-security fence to fit your protection needs.
Prison
For a fence that is just as difficult to escape from as sneak into, chain link is a great budget friendly choice for prisons and correctional facilities.

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