This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, and testing of hexagonal wire netting (often called chicken wire) made from galvanized mild steel wire, intended for general purposes such as fencing, poultry enclosures, and light reinforcement.
Hexagonal Wire Netting for General Purposes
Quick Reference Values
standard mesh sizes10 mm to 100 mm
tolerance on mesh size± 10 percent
roll length tolerance+ 2 percent / - 0 percent
roll width tolerance± 5 percent
Practical Notes
Mesh size is measured as the distance at right angles between two opposite sides of the hexagonal opening, not from corner to corner.
Wire can be galvanized either before or after weaving. Galvanizing after weaving provides better corrosion resistance at the joints and is often preferred for outdoor applications.
Always check the base wire diameter conformity against IS 280 before evaluating the zinc coating.