Galvanized wire is a type of steel wire that has been coated with a layer of zinc to protect it from corrosion and rust. The galvanization process involves either hot-dip galvanizing (dipping the wire into molten zinc) or electro-galvanizing (using an electric current to bond zinc to the wire). This coating enhances the wire's durability and makes it suitable for use in harsh environments.
Galvanized Iron Wire Common Specifications | |||
Wire Gauge Size | SWG(mm) | BWG(mm) | Metric(mm) |
8 | 4.06 | 4.19 | 4.00 |
9 | 3.66 | 3.76 | - |
10 | 3.25 | 3.40 | 3.50 |
11 | 2.95 | 3.05 | 3.00 |
12 | 2.64 | 2.77 | 2.80 |
13 | 2.34 | 2.41 | 2.50 |
14 | 2.03 | 2.11 | - |
15 | 1.83 | 1.83 | 1.80 |
16 | 1.63 | 1.65 | 1.65 |
17 | 1.42 | 1.47 | 1.40 |
18 | 1.22 | 1.25 | 1.20 |
19 | 1.02 | 1.07 | 1.00 |
20 | 0.91 | 0.89 | 0.90 |
21 | 0.81 | 0.813 | 0.80 |
22 | 0.71 | 0.711 | 0.70 |