Galvanised Tensioning Straining Line Wire | 3.15mm x 160m | 12 gauge

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Concrete and Timber Posts - ensure that the straining wires are evenly spaced between top and bottom edge of the fencing (about 100cm down from the top of the fencing up 100cm up from the bottom). Loosely fit the end eyebolts and stretcher bar cleats with nuts (with large washers on both sides of the post), use two cleats and eyebolts with ring-nuts on intermediate straining posts. Bare in mind that if you are using the wire for an art project or precision appliance that all of the different wires have a tolerance of ±0.2mm in their diameter To finish off, saw off any minor damage to the posts, nail up splits and ensure cut wire ends are sunk into the posts. Rabbit netting, chain link and palings At each change of direction of the fence, sever the roll by untwisting the spiral next to the stretching bar, do this before you insert the stretcher bar. Straining wires are pulled tight using a tool that is sometimes called a “ monkey strainer” that uses chains and a ratchet mechanism to pull wires taut so they can carry the wire mesh. binding wire

In warmer climates, many rolled wire mesh fences do not have top rails like they do in North America, and since it never freezes, it’s perfectly okay to have holes drilled in posts. Here’s how the various types of wire used for this type of fence are an important part of the structure. Straining wire Between turning points, attach a temporary wire, low own, ensuring it is not too tight and does not catch the ground. This will then guide the siting of the intermediate posts. Driving in intermediate posts It’s usually the thinnest wire on the fence, at 1.6mm in diameter, and it’s used every foot or about 30 centimeters along each straining wire to secure the mesh. Like binding wire, tie wire is passed around the mesh and straining wire and then twisted together securely. Twisting and Finishing WiresAll fencing installations should have a line wire installed at the top to stop the fencing sagging and keep it taut. We also recommend a line wire be installed at ground level to stop people, or browsing animals from crawling or digging underneath. For meshes above 1.2 metres we would advise an additional galvanised line wire be installed in the middle as well and clipped to the wire mesh or plastic filaments. Walk the line of the fence explaining what work will be undertaken. Identify potential hazards and explain how to work safely around them.

If roll of chain link fencing runs out before the end of a run, join the rolls by removing a spiral from the end of the roll to be joined on to. This is easily achieved by releasing the ends of the first spiral and winding the spiral along until it is fully removed. Bring together the end of one roll with the beginning of the other roll and reinsert the removed spiral but this time 'knitting' the two rolls together - when fully inserted, close the ends of the spiral which was removed. Splitting a roll of fencing Unlike North American fences, where tie wires are often pre-bent (and used to secure the mesh to line posts and top rails), tie wire in warm weather mesh fences is used to tie the mesh to the straining wires. When replacing or repairing a fence, try to leave old fence posts in place as they provide great habitat for lichens.We supply a large range of wire coils, all galvanised to prevent the steel from rusting. Line wire can also be used to form fencing without any mesh and also can be used for plant support in gardens and allotments. Demonstrate all new work techniques as you come to them. This will save mistakes and avoid accidents.

This wire is usually 2.5mm diameter and is used to “bind” the straining wires to the line posts or standards as they are also known. This is done by passing the binding wires through holes in the intermediate posts before twisting the ends together. Tie WireIf you’re building a warm-weather diamond mesh or rolled welded mesh fence, chances are you’re going to need a few different types of wire to construct the fence structure. Diamond mesh and rolled welded wire mesh fences in warmer climates don’t have top rails, but they still need something to support the wire mesh.

Changes in direction can be made by cutting and sinking in the rails into the post. Post and wire fencingFinally, if you are burying the bottom of the fence, go along the previously dug trench and arrange the fencing, you may decide to peg-down the bottom edge or weigh it down with rubble before replacing the soil. Tip: To view the product code and full product table on mobile please tilt your device to landscape. NB Stone filling only works really well with square posts. If no stone is available use soil tamped down in layers. Post and rail fencing We are offering high quality mild steel 4mm Diameter Straining Wire in various lengths. Key Features of our product: Because so much of a warm weather mesh fence that is constructed with straining wires instead of top rails is dependent on wire, it’s very important that it’s used and finished properly.