Chainwire Fencing
Complete chainwire fencing supply — rolls, posts, rails, fittings and gates. Available in galvanised, heavy galvanised and PVC coated finishes. 25mm, 50mm and 60mm mesh sizes. Suitable for residential, commercial, industrial and rural applications.
Industry Membership
Galvanizers Association of Australia
Steel Source Australia is a member of the Galvanizers Association of Australia (GAA) — the peak industry body for hot dip galvanizing in Australia, established in 1985. Our GAA membership underpins the quality of every galvanised chainwire product we supply: from the zinc coating mass on the wire to the hot dip galvanised posts and fittings.
Chainwire fencing relies entirely on its galvanised coating for corrosion resistance. GAA membership means our team has direct access to the latest technical guidance on coating specifications, inspection standards, and best practice for galvanised steel in Australian conditions — including coastal, industrial, and rural environments where corrosion risk is highest.
AS/NZS 4534
Zinc and zinc/aluminium-alloy coatings on steel wire — the standard governing the galvanised wire used in chainwire mesh fabric.
AS/NZS 4680
Hot-dip galvanised coatings on fabricated ferrous articles — governs posts, rails, and fittings. Minimum 45 µm average coating thickness.
GAA Technical Guidance
GAA publishes design guides, durability calculators, and inspection resources used by engineers and specifiers across Australia.
Technical Reference
Applicable Australian Standards · Coating specifications · Selvedge types · Application guidance
AS 2423-2002
Chain-link fencing — complete system
The primary Australian Standard governing the complete chain-link (chainwire) fencing system — posts, rails, mesh, fittings, and gates. Specifies minimum requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, and installation. All chainwire products supplied by Steel Source Australia comply with AS 2423-2002.
AS 1725:2010
Chain-link fabric fencing — mesh specification
Specifies mesh aperture tolerances, wire diameter tolerances, selvedge types (knuckled or twisted/barbed), and minimum fence height requirements for various security classifications. Complements AS 2423-2002 for the mesh fabric component.
AS/NZS 4534:2006
Zinc and zinc/aluminium-alloy coatings on steel wire
Governs the zinc coating mass on galvanised and heavy-galvanised chainwire wire. Standard galvanised (G) wire: minimum 30 g/m² zinc. Heavy galvanised (HG) wire: minimum 60 g/m² for extended service life in coastal and agricultural environments.
AS/NZS 4680:2006
Hot-dip galvanised coatings on fabricated ferrous articles
Applies to hot-dip galvanised posts, rails, fittings and gates. Minimum average coating thickness 45 µm on structural sections. Provides cathodic protection — zinc sacrifices itself to protect the underlying steel from corrosion.
Selvedge Types
| Code | Description | Typical Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KK | Knuckle / Knuckle | Residential, schools, pools, sports | Both top and bottom edges are knuckled (looped back). Safest for areas with pedestrian or child contact. Standard specification. |
| KB | Knuckle / Barbed | Industrial, security perimeters | Top edge knuckled; bottom edge twisted to a sharp point. Adds deterrent at the base of the fence. Common on 1800mm+ heights for security applications. |
Wire Gauge Reference — Chainwire
| Wire Diameter | Typical Application | Security Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00mm | Residential, light boundary | Low | Economy grade; suitable for garden, pet enclosures and light boundary fencing |
| 2.24mm | Residential, light commercial | Low–Medium | Light commercial grade; used in temporary fencing and some 60mm mesh applications |
| 2.50mm | Commercial, industrial, school perimeters | Medium | Standard commercial grade; most common specification across all mesh sizes |
| 3.15mm | High-security industrial, correctional | Medium–High | Heavy gauge; resists cutting tools; specified for secure compounds and high-security perimeters |
Typical Applications by Sector
Residential
Pool fencing, garden boundaries, pet enclosures, tennis courts
Commercial
Car parks, school perimeters, sports facilities, retail yards
Industrial
Factory perimeters, storage compounds, machinery guarding
Agricultural
Livestock containment, poultry runs, orchard protection, vineyard fencing
Infrastructure
Railway corridors, road reserves, utility substations, water treatment
Construction
Site security, temporary hoarding, scaffold enclosures
Disclaimer: Nominal wire diameters, mesh apertures and coating masses are subject to permissible manufacturing tolerances per AS 1725:2010, AS 2423-2002 and AS/NZS 4534:2006. Coating mass values are minimum averages — individual test results may vary. Roll lengths vary by mesh size, wire gauge and height — confirm exact roll length at time of enquiry. Specification of chainwire for security-critical applications should be confirmed with a qualified security consultant or structural engineer. Steel Source Australia supplies materials only; installation compliance with AS 2423-2002 and local council requirements is the responsibility of the installing contractor.
Need a Custom Size or Bulk Order?
Non-standard heights, special coatings, large volume orders — contact our team for a tailored quote.