Steel Wire

Galvanized Steel Wire for Chain Link (1.7–8.0 mm)

Diameter range: 1.7 mm – 8.0 mm
Tensile strength: 448–900 MPa depending on grade
Standards: BS EN 10244, ASTM A641, AS3863
Available in coil or stem form
Applications: chain link fence, gabion, mesh industry protection

Galvanized steel wire for chain link is a soft, heavily zinc-coated low carbon wire widely used in chain link fencing, gabion baskets, and protective mesh applications. The product meets international standards like BS EN 10244 and ASTM A641. It features high tensile strength, consistent diameter tolerances, and flexible coating grades. Custom sizes and zinc weights are available upon request. Delivered in coils or cut stems.

Made to order to your diameter, coating, tensile grade and standard, and supplied worldwide — request a quote for price, minimum order quantity and lead time.

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Specifications

Material	Low Carbon Steel
Application	Chain Link, Mesh, Gabion, Fence
Diameter Range	1.7–8.0 mm
Standard	BS EN 10244, ASTM A641, AS3863
Coating Type	Zinc Coated (Heavy)
Packing Form	Coils or Stems
Tensile Strength	448–900 MPa
Certification	SGS (on request)
Tolerance	+/− 0.03–0.04 mm
Minimum Order	Customizable

Diameter Tolerances

Nominal Wire Diameter	Tolerance (mm)
0.80 mm – 1.60 mm	±0.03
1.60 mm – 2.50 mm	±0.03
2.50 mm – 4.00 mm	±0.03
4.00 mm – 5.00 mm	±0.04
5.00 mm – 8.00 mm	±0.04

Galvanized Coating Weight (AS3863 / EN 10244 / ASTM A641)

Wire Diameter (mm)	Wire Diameter (inch)	Min Coating Class 1 (g/m²)	Class 2	Class 3
2.41	0.095	90	245	365
2.68	0.106	90	245	365
2.74	0.108	90	245	365
2.79	0.110	90	245	365
3.38	0.133	90	245	365
3.40	0.134	90	245	365
3.68	0.145	90	245	365

Steel Chemistry (Indicative)

Tensile Grade	% Carbon	% Phosphorus	% Manganese	% Silicon	% Sulphur
Standard	0.04–0.07	0.032	0.5–1.00	0.10–0.34	0.041
High	0.10–0.18	0.035	0.5–1.10	0.10–0.35	0.045

Tensile Strength

The tensile strength is defined as the maximum load achieved in a tensile test divided by the cross sectional area of the wire test piece. The tensile strength range is 448-517 MPa; 551-620 MPa; 65000psi~75000psi;80000psi~90000psi

Features

Heavily zinc-coated wire for maximum corrosion protection
Manufactured to ASTM A641 and EN 10244 standards
Used in chain link fences, gabions, and mesh products
Custom tensile grades and zinc weights available

Packaging & Shipping

Packing: Seaworthy coils or cut stems

Options: Air freight, sea freight, or truck

Customization: Special diameter, coil size, or label available

Testing: SGS or third-party inspection supported

Use cases

Welded and woven mesh, chain-link, gabion baskets and field fencing
Vineyard, trellis, cattle and poultry wire for agriculture
Automotive components, binding, braiding and general industrial use
Optical-fibre support and messenger wire

Who it is for

Mesh and fencing producers, agricultural and industrial manufacturers, and distributors sourcing galvanized, Galfan or coated steel wire to a specific diameter, coating and temper.

Standards, certificates & inspection

Manufactured and tested to ASTM A641, EN 10244-2, BS EN 10218 or your customer standard. Every batch is produced under an ISO 9001 quality management system and can ship with a mill test certificate covering diameter, tensile strength and zinc-coating weight. Third-party or pre-shipment inspection (SGS, BV or customer-appointed) is available on request.

See test reports & inspection and quality control & testing for the full documentation.

Frequently asked questions

Can I order a custom diameter, coating and tensile grade?

Yes. Zhongbo manufactures to your specification — wire diameter, zinc-coating weight, tensile grade, temper and finish. Send your requirement and we will confirm what we can produce.

Do you provide samples before a bulk order?

Yes. Samples or small initial quantities are available so you can evaluate diameter tolerance, coating, tensile strength and surface quality before placing a larger order.

Which standards do you manufacture to?

ASTM A641, EN 10244-2, BS EN 10257, JIS G 3547, AS/NZS 4534 and GB/T, or your own customer standard and test plan.

What is the minimum order quantity and lead time?

MOQ and lead time depend on the diameter, coating and quantity. Send your enquiry with the destination port and we will confirm both with the quotation.

Do you provide mill test certificates and third-party inspection?

Yes. Each shipment can include a mill test certificate covering diameter, tensile strength and zinc-coating weight, with SGS, BV or customer-appointed inspection on request.

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Galvanized Steel Wire for Chain Link (1.7–8.0 mm)