12 Gauge Galvanized Wire
“12 gauge galvanized wire” features a zinc coating that meets ASTM thickness, tensile strength, and surface quality. The smooth, reliable zinc layer effectively protects against corrosion and abrasion. High-strength galvanized steel wire can handle the toughest jobs. As a professional galvanized wire manufacturer, Wanzhi Steel offers all sizes of galvanized wire with customized packaging, made of high-quality Q195, Q235 mild steel. Welcome to contact us!
What is 12 gauge galvanized steel wire？
12 gauge galvanized steel wire is steel wire that has been dipped in a zinc coating which gives it good corrosion resistance. However, even with the addition of zinc, it is still more brittle than stainless steel due to the presence of chromium, which makes the cable stronger and more resistant to corrosive elements such as salt water. The following are its SWG sizes(Dias):
| Wire gauge | Diameter in inches |
| 11 | Standard Wire Gauge SWG (.116″) / Actual with tolerance (.119″ – .121″) |
| 12 | Standard Wire Gauge SWG (.104″) / Actual with tolerance (.104″ – .106″ ) |
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In addition to these traditional 12 gauge galvanized wires, we can also provide specialty wire ropes from top manufacturers. Most wire ropes operate under demanding conditions and must also resist extrusion, bend fatigue, and abrasion. Our team recognizes that it is important that all of our wire ropes perform at the highest level to extend their service life, thereby increasing the productivity of the end user.
Galvanized Steel Wire Ultra-High Strength Tensile Requirement
| Diameter Range(mm) | Stress at 1% Extension Min, Mpa | Ultimate Tensile Strength Min, Mpa | Elongation in 250mm Min, % |
| 1.27~2.28 | 1580 | 1965 | 3 |
| 2.29~3.04 | 1550 | 1900 | 3 |
| 3.05~3.55 | 1515 | 1860 | 3.5 |
| 3.56~4.82 | 1480 | 1825 | 3.5 |
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Galvanized Steel Wire Zinc Coating
| Diameter Range(mm) | Class A (g/m2) | Class B (g/m2) | Class C (g/m2) |
| 1.60~1.90 | 210 | 420 | 630 |
| 1.90~2.30 | 220 | 440 | 660 |
| 2.30~2.70 | 230 | 460 | 690 |
| 2.70~3.10 | 240 | 480 | 720 |
| 3.10~3.50 | 260 | 520 | 780 |
| 3.50~3.90 | 270 | 540 | 810 |
| 3.90~4.50 | 275 | 550 | 825 |
| 4.50~4.82 | 300 | 600 | 900 |
Hot dip Galvanizing Process
Hot-dip galvanizing is our preferred method of applying a protective zinc coating to baling wire. Our manufacturing process uses the following 7-stage process:
1. Surface Preparation: Workers first clean the wire, removing impurities to ensure the zinc bonds uninhibitedly.
2. Pickling: Next, an acid solution removes the remaining oxides and scales, preparing the surface for reactivity.
3. Flux: A zinc chloride solution prepares the stripped surface prior to dipping and prevents oxidation risk.
4. Galvanizing Bath: The wire is then dipped into 450° C molten zinc.
5. Alloy Formation: The continued heat and zinc contact cause the iron molecules in the steel to diffuse into the molten zinc, forming a corrosion-resistant, overall metal coating.
6. Pull-out: The wire is gradually withdrawn, metering off excess liquid to achieve an even surface.
7. Quenching: The galvanized wire is rapidly cooled by a water jet, which quickly solidifies and locks the protective zinc barrier in place.
Wanzhi Steel offers several different grades of galvanizing. Our hot-dip process creates a thick, wear-resistant zinc coating that enhances the life and performance of your baler wire.
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Galvanizing Grade
There are several different grades of galvanizing available. While we recommend choosing 3-grade galvanizing, they all have their own advantages:
1. Grade 1 galvanizing is a basic type of coating used primarily in farm applications. It involves a single dip in the zinc coating with a minimum coating thickness of 0.28 ounces per square foot. However, it will begin to rust quickly and typically lasts 2-11 years, depending on the environment.
2. Grade 3 galvanizing is a stronger, longer-lasting galvanizing that requires two zinc dips, resulting in a thicker coating of 0.80 ounces per square foot. It is more durable and can last up to 13-30 years. It also uses a three-layer anti-corrosion technology for better rust protection.
Uses of galvanized wire
1. Construction: Construction sites use galvanized baling wire to secure wood, metal, and stone waste and debris.
2. Shipping and Transportation: Trucking companies use galvanized wire to secure cargo and prevent damage during loading and transportation.
3. Agriculture: Farmers use galvanized wire to bundle hay and straw to save costs. The galvanizing helps maintain the integrity of the bundle during outdoor storage and transportation. The wire is also an effective, reliable, and low-cost fencing solution.
4. Recycling and Waste Industry: Companies use galvanized wire to tightly bundle paper, metal, cardboard, and plastic bales for easy handling and transportation.
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Galvanized wire specifications
Wanzhi Steel sells galvanized high-strength steel wire in 8/ 9/10/11 and 12 gauges. What is 16 gauge galvanized Steel wire thickness?
Counterintuitively, smaller diameters correspond to larger wire gauges. This inverse relationship stems from the wire production process.
The drawing process pulls the steel rod through increasingly narrow dies, forcing the wire to lengthen and gradually thin. The more cycles, the finer the finished diameter and the higher the gauge.
If you need guidance in selecting the best specifications for a specific baling wire project, please ask us for help.
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However, unlike stainless steel, galvanized steel wires will not weld together as they touch each other like stainless steel cables do. However, since galvanized wire rope is made of coated steel, it is generally cheaper than other wire ropes.
Wanzhi Steel’s Commitment to Quality
Wanzhi Steel’s baling wire and wire rope quality and performance exceed expectations. In addition to 12-gauge galvanized wire, wire rope, wire cable, and wire strand specifications range from 0.5mm to 64mm, including 1X19, 7X7, 6 X19, 7X19, 6X36, 8X19, 8X36, 19X7, and 35X7, both with fiber core and steel core.
We strictly supervise manufacturing and delivery to provide first-class products, competitive prices, and a smooth ordering process.
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Why choose Wanzhi Factory for 12 gauge GI steel wire?
12 gauge galvanized wire is the material of choice for many projects, offering good corrosion resistance, strength and durability. Wanzhi Steel stocks a large range of 12 gauge galvanized wire in different coil weights and zinc coatings, and our 12 gauge galvanized wire has been put to use on projects in Morocco, Brazil, Nigeria, Bhutan, the United Kingdom, and more.
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Wanzhi Steel is an ISO 9001-certified steel factory located in Hebei, China. It has been specializing in the production of galvanized wire, annealed wire, low carbon wire, PVC-coated wire for 14 years, with a monthly output of 1,800 tons. With high-quality products and good services, its products have been exported to more than 120 countries around the world.
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