What Is Chain Link Fence?

Chain link fence — woven diamond-mesh steel wire fence — remains the most widely used perimeter fence in the world. Economical, quick to install, it suits everything from residential yards and schools to airports, ports, and construction sites.

Galvanized vs PVC Coated: Which Should You Choose?

Hot-Dip Galvanized Chain Link

• Zinc coating applied by hot-dip process
• Silver-grey appearance
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• 10–15 year outdoor life in normal climates
• Best for: industrial sites, infrastructure projects, budget-conscious buyers

PVC Coated Chain Link (Vinyl Coated)

• Galvanized core wire with an extruded PVC outer layer (usually green or black)
• Thicker effective diameter, softer appearance that blends with landscaping
• Superior resistance to salt spray — preferred for coastal and Caribbean projects
• Best for: residential, schools, parks, seaports, tropical climates

Rule of thumb: inland industrial project → galvanized is enough. Coastal, humid, or visible public location → PVC coated pays for itself.

Key Specifications to Confirm Before Ordering

Installation Notes

• Posts should be buried (concreted into the ground), not surface-mounted on flange plates
• Mesh should meet the ground with no gap
• Use a tension wire along the top (and bottom for taller fences) to keep the mesh taut

Common Applications

• Schools and sports fields
• Airports and logistics parks (often with barbed/razor wire topping)
• Construction sites and temporary compounds
• Residential and commercial boundaries
• Farms and animal enclosures

Buy Chain Link Fence Factory-Direct

Forge Fence has woven chain link fence since 2005 at our 25,000 m² factory in Anping, Hebei, China. We supply hot-dip galvanized and PVC-coated chain link in full container loads, with buried-post installation accessories, tension wire, and fittings.

Get a quote: www.forge-fence.com — info@forge-fence.com. Send your mesh size, wire gauge, height, and total length for factory-direct pricing.