The galvanized wire has a zinc coating to provide protection against oxidation, conditions such as water, humidity, or exposure to other liquids. It is used as a complement in the construction industry for fences, meshes, or projects where a corrosion resistant wire.
Galvanized wire is made with a zinc coating, which works as a protective barrier against corrosion. It is ideal for conditions where it will be exposed to humidity, water or liquids. It can be used in a wide variety of applications.
Industries where Galvanized Wire is used:
• Construction: can be used as reinforcement in meshes, fences and concrete structures for tying.
• Agricultural and greenhouses: it can be used for the manufacture of fences, for crops or greenhouses and even for the manufacture of animal cages.
• Furniture: for the manufacture of parts such as springs.
• Electrical: used to manufacture electrical conduction cables.
These are just a few industries, but due to its properties galvanized wire can be used for multiple applications.
Outstanding advantages of Galvanized Wire:
1. Resistance: due to its zinc layer it works as a protective layer against corrosion especially when exposed to rain, humidity or liquid conditions.
2. Durability: thanks to its zinc coating, it lasts longer and due to its resistance to corrosion, its useful life increases.
3. Versatility: It can be used for various applications and industries due to its characteristics and properties.
4. Little maintenance: it is a material that requires minimal maintenance compared to other types of wires.
5. Low cost: it is a material that is affordable in terms of price and can be cheaper compared to other wires.
6. Ease of manipulation: being a thin material, it is easy to manipulate and mold for different applications.
7. Quality: it is manufactured under the ASTM A641 standard specification that regulates its physical and mechanical properties.
These advantages make galvanized wire a viable option when looking for durability and corrosion resistance.
| Tabla de Pesos Teóricos de Alambre Galvanizado | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diámetro No. | Peso mínimo de Zinc por unidad de área | kg/m | ||||
| Calibre | Pulgadas | mm | Clase I OZ/FT | Clase III OZ/FT | ||
| 5 | 0.207" | 5.25 | 0.53 | 1 | 0.167 | |
| 6 | 0.192" | 4.87 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.146 | |
| 7 | 0.177" | 4.49 | 0.44 | 0.9 | 0.124 | |
| 8 | 0.162" | 4.11 | 0.35 | 0.9 | 0.104 | |
| 9 | 0.148" | 3.76 | 0.35 | 0.9 | 0.087 | |
| 10 | 0.135" | 3.42 | 0.30 | 0.85 | 0.072 | |
| 10 1/2 | 0.128" | 3.25 | 0.30 | 0.85 | 0.065 | |
| 11 | 0.120" | 3.06 | 0.30 | 0.85 | 0.057 | |
| 12 | 0.106" | 2.67 | 0.30 | 0.80 | 0.044 | |
| 12 1/2 | 0.099" | 2.51 | 0.30 | 0.80 | 0.039 | |
| 13 | 0.091" | 2.31 | 0.28 | 0.75 | 0.033 | |
| 14 | 0.080" | 2.03 | 0.25 | 0.70 | 0.025 | |
| 14 1/2 | 0.076" | 1.93 | 0.25 | 0.70 | 0.023 | |
| 15 | 0.072" | 1.82 | 0.20 | 0.65 | 0.021 | |
| 15 1/2 | 0.067" | 1.70 | 0.20 | 0.65 | 0.018 | |
| 16 | 0.062" | 1.58 | 0.20 | 0.65 | 0.015 | |
| 18 | 0.0475" | 1.21 | 0.15 | 0.50 | 0.009 | |
| 20 | 0.0348" | 0.86 | 0.15 | 0.45 | 0.005 | |
| 22 | 0.0265" | 0.67 | 0.15 | 0.45 | 0.003 | |
