Galvanized Steel Hardware Cloth

Galvanized steel hardware cloth is a kind of versatile wire mesh that is covered with a layer of zinc coating. Due to its great corrosion resistance and durability, it is widely used in many applications, especially filter systems, machine guarding, fencing for plants and animals, etc.

As a leading wire mesh manufacturer, Wanzhi Steel offers hardware cloth available in various sizes to meet your needs. We provide welding, weaving, plastic coating, perforation, and other processing, with a wide range of wire diameters and hole diameters to choose from, and accept customized sizes. If you are interested, please contact us.

Specification

Item	Galvanized steel hardware cloth
Place of Origin	Hebei, China
Standard	AISI, ASTM, DIN, JIS, GB, EN
Surface Treatment	Galvanized
Hole Shape	Square or Rectangle
Hole size	Square:1/8”× 1/8” – 2”× 2”，Rectangular: 1/2” × 1” – 2” × 4”
Width	0.9m /1.2m /1.5m /1.8m, Can be specified
Length	15m/20m/25m/30m/50m, Can be specified
Applications	Coverings for windows and doors, tree guards, drains, gutters, mineral screens, etc
Sample	Free Available
Payment term	TT 30% Advance + 70% Balance
Price Item	FOB, CIF, EXW, CFR, etc
Packing	Standard export packaging
Certification	ISO 9001, SGS, ABS, BV
MOQ	200 rolls

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Advantages of Galvanized Steel Hardware Cloth

1. Durable to Use
Galvanized hardware cloth is covered with a zinc coating. The zinc layer can protect the wire cloth from rust and corrosion, so that it holds up well in both indoor and outdoor environments, and even in corrosive conditions.

2. Easy Installation
Hardware cloth is light in weight, and it is easy to cut or shape to suit different uses. Its easy and fast installation will save your time and labor costs. Also, it is more cost-effective than other materials.

3. Aesthetic Appearance
Like other galvanized wire mesh products, it also has a uniform and neat surface. So it is an ideal choice for indoor applications or decorative uses, such as fencing, balustrades, etc.

4. Good Stability
Galvanized hardware cloth keeps the properties of steel, which has the ability to maintain shape and stability.

Uses of Galvanized Hardware Mesh

1. Construction: Used as reinforcing masonry mesh for roofs and walls, residential window screens, grain storage mesh, or construction site sand sieving mesh, or grain sieves.

2. Agriculture and Horticulture: Arched trellises for vegetable gardens, plant trellises for gardens and orchards, protective netting for seedlings, livestock cages such as beekeeping nets, aviaries, pigeon coops, chicken coops, rabbit cages, and farmland shade and bird protection netting.

3. Industry and Manufacturing: Screens for chemical, food, and mining granules; protective covers for workshop equipment; structural support nets; ventilation systems; storage shelves; and temporary isolation fences.

4. Household and Everyday Applications: Used for pipes, vents, rodent-proof netting, or protective netting for sewers and ditches, civil security netting, storage baskets, model frames, and merchandise display racks.

 

Application Scenarios and Recommended Specifications

Application scenarios	Recommended mesh	Recommended wire diameter
Construction scaffolding protection	1/2″ (12.7mm)	18–16# (1.0–1.6mm)
Animal cages/chicken coops	1″ (25mm)	19–18# (0.9–1.0mm)
Galvanized wire mesh for the garden	1/2″–1″	18#
Industrial screening/filtration	1/4″–1/2″	22–19#

A List of Common Specifications

1. Mesh Size‌

• 1/4 inch (6mm): For fine filtration or small animal protection, such as rodent control.
• 1/2 inch (12.7mm): General purpose, suitable for most fencing and vent protection.
• 1 inch (25mm): Commonly used for poultry fencing and garden protection.

2 inch (50mm): Large opening design, suitable for large vents and light isolation.

2. Wire Gauge‌

• 22–19 gauge steel wire (0.6–1.0 mm): Lightweight applications, such as window screen repair and temporary fencing.
• 18–16 gauge steel wire (1.0–1.6 mm): Medium strength, suitable for scaffolding binding and building reinforcement.
• 14 gauge and above (≥2.0mm): High strength requirements, such as industrial fences and structural supports.

3. Surface treatment method‌

• Electro-galvanized: Thinner zinc layer, suitable for indoor or short-term/temporary use.
• Hot-dip galvanized: Thicker zinc layer, stronger corrosion resistance, suitable for long-term outdoor exposure.

How to Choose Welded Hardware Cloth?

There is a lot of galvanised hardware cloth for sale on the market, including welded and woven types. Also, they are available in different sizes and materials. Below are some tips for selecting suitable hardware wire cloth mesh for your projects.

1. It is important to determine the suitable opening size, wire diameter, and mesh size, which affect the function of the wire mesh.
2. The service life of galvanized hardware cloth is largely influenced by humidity, weather, salinity, acid, chemicals, etc. So it is necessary to take the use environment into consideration.
3. Buy from reliable manufacturers who will offer you quality products and after-sales service, for example, Wanzhi Steel. If you have any questions, please Contact Us. We will help you find ideal solutions to meet your projects.

Contact Wanzhi Steel for A Free Quote

• Advanced manufacturing capabilities: fully automatic production lines and modern hot-dip galvanizing processes ensure precise production.
• Strict quality control: ISO9001 certified, professional laboratories conduct multiple tests, such as salt spray and tension to ensure compliance with international standards.
• Fast delivery: factory direct sales model, one-stop production and supply, can quickly respond to customer needs and ensure on-time delivery.
• Professional R&D services: 20 years of experience technical team support, provide customized solutions and fast sample response services.
• Price advantage: factory direct supply with preferential prices, while meeting the needs of bulk orders, rich production capacity, and ensuring stable supply.

 

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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 Diamond Mesh, GI Steel Wire Mesh, Insect screens, Crimped Wire Mesh,  Gabion Basket, and Poultry Netting for 15 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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