Useful Information
Here's a list of product specifications we often get asked about.
Loose Nail Per Kilo Count. (Approx.)
Flat and Jolthead Galvanised
| Size | QTY PER KG | QTY PER 5KG |
|---|---|---|
| 19 x 1.6 mm | 2800 | 14000 |
| 25 x 1.6 mm | 2200 | 11000 |
| 40 X 2.00 mm | 978 | 4890 |
| 50 X 2.50 mm | 478 | 2390 |
| 60 x 2.80 mm | 324 | 1620 |
| 75 x 3.15 mm | 206 | 1030 |
| 75 x 3.75 mm | 150 | 750 |
| 75 x 5.30 mm | 65 | 325 |
| 90 x 3.55 mm | 138 | 690 |
| 100 x 4.00 mm | 98 | 490 |
| 125 x 5.30 mm | 48 | 240 |
| 150 x 6.00 mm | 30 | 150 |
Loose Staple Count (Approx.)
| Size | QTY PER KG | QTY PER 5KG |
|---|---|---|
| 50 X 4.0 | 105 | 525 |
| 45 X 4.0 | 115 | 575 |
| 40 X 4.0 | 120 | 600 |
| 30 X 3.15 | 250 | 1250 |
| 27 X 2.80 | 360 | 1800 |
| 19 X 2.0 | 1020 | 5100 |
High Tensile Wire Applications
| Diameter (mm) | Applications |
|---|---|
| 1.60 / 2.00 |
Electric Fencing, orchard and viticulture support wires, irrigation |
| 2.50 | Conventional and electric fencing, end assembly brace wires, training and support wires for orchard and viticulture, tiebacks |
| 3.15 / 4.00 | Artificial shelter, canopy support, conventional fencing |
High Tensile Minimum Break Load and Tension Recommendations
| Diameter (mm) |
Length (m) |
Min Break Load (kg force) |
Recommended Tension (kg force) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.60 | 1584 | 220 | 80 |
| 2.00 | 1013 | 395 | 110 |
| 2.50 | 650 | 620 | 150 |
| 3.15 | 408 | 835 | 200 |
| 4.00 | 253 | 1405 | 300 |
Soft Wire Applications
Traditionally used when post spacings are loser than normal or where fence is electrified and strained wire is not as integral for stock control as with high tensile.
| Diameter(mm) | Applications |
|---|---|
| 1.60 / 2.00 | Temporary electric fencing, tying and lacing wires |
| 2.50 | Electric fencing |
| 3.15 | Coastal Wire |
| 4.00 | Conventional and coastal fencing, equestrian, earth wires |
| 4.50 | Footing wire |
Soft Wire Minimum Break Load and Tension Recommendations
| Diameter | Length (m) |
Min Break Load (kg force) |
Recommended Tension (kg force) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 1013 | 140 | 65 |
| 2.50 | 650 | 215 | 80 |
| 3.15 | 408 | 365 | 150 |
| 4.00 | 253 | 590 | 250 |
| 4.50 | 200 | 745 | 315 |
Metres per kg by Wire Diameter
| Diameter (mm) | Gauge | Metres per kg | Metres per 25kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.60 | 16 | 63.3593 | 1584 |
| 2.00 | 14 | 40.5482 | 1013 |
| 2.50 | 12 | 25.9511 | 648 |
| 3.15 | 10 | 16.3463 | 408 |
| 4.00 | 8 | 10.1373 | 253 |
Barbed Wire Standard Specifications
Reverse Twist High Tensile (25kg)
| Diameter(mm) | Barb Spacing(mm) | Nominal length(m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.60 | 100 | 500 |
| 1.60 | 150 | 500 |
Standard Iowa (25kg)
| Diameter(mm) | Barb Spacing(mm) | Nominal length(m) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.50 | 75 | 225 |
| 2.50 | 150 | 225 |
Chainlink Roll Weights
| Wire Diameter (mm) |
Diamond Size (mm) |
Weight per m (kgs) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 50 | 1.631 |
| 2.5 | 75 | 1.111 |
| 3.15 | 50 | 2.611 |
| 3.15 | 75 | 1.765 |
Farm Mesh Product Codes
| Line Wire Spacing | Stay Wire Spacing | Wire Size | Roll Height (mm) | Roll Length (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 150 | 4.00 | 840 / 1220 | 15 |
Fabricated Fence Order Codes
(Tightlock/Twinlock/Twistlock)
Each fence specification has an order code consisting of a number series of which the first number indicates the number of line wires in the fence. The 2nd number indicates the height whilst the 3rd number refers to stay wire spacing. Spacing specifications are nominal.
E.g 8/900/300 = 8 line wires, 900mm height, 300mm stay wire spacings.
8/36"/12" = 8 line wires, 36" height, 12" stay wire spacings.
To differentiate between Tightlock, Twinlock and Twistlock the numbers are prefixed by the following letters.
A = Tightlock
B = Twinlock
C = Twistlock
The following letters shown after the numbers of the order codes indicate the types of line wire used in the various specifications.
HT = High Tensile
LT = Low Tensile (Soft)
NZ Fencing Standards
All Cyclone and NZ Wire and Eclipse Wire fencing wires are manufactured to comply with NZS 3471:1974 This internationally recognized standard ensures that all wires are tested to comply with exacting specifications for tensile strength, elongation, malleability, coat weight(thickness) coating adhesion and coating consistency.
The 2 life and 4 life wires last longer
2 life and 4 life wires are manufactured using a zinc and aluminium coating which has been proven to deliver markedly greater protection than can be achieved by wires with a zinc/galvanised alternative.
Hispan 2 life Wire has a 130 gram Zinc/Aluminum coating which delivers twice the life of galvanised coated wire. It is suitable for inland mild corrosive environments where there is a light marine, thermal or copper/sulphur influence.
Hispan 4 life, which has a heavier 260 gram Zinc/Aluminum coat-weight, provides 4 times the life of galvanised coated wire. Manufactured for marine coastal and other high corrosion areas, it is especially suitable for thermal/industrial areas as well the horticulture /viticulture industries where copper/sulphur rich sprays are used.
Both of these wires are 100% manufactured in New Zealand, contain vanadium for better workability and comply with NZ fencing standards.
Hispan 2 life and 4 Life wires are available under the Cyclone, NZ Wire and Eclipse brands.