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Welded Mesh Weight Calculator

Select the wire gauge and enter the aperture to get the theoretical weight of welded wire mesh in kg per sq ft, kg per sq m and per roll. A worked example, a weight chart and a gauge chart follow.

Weight per sq ft
0.238 kg
Weight per sq m
2.56 kg
Weight per roll
59.5 kg
Total weight
59.5 kg

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Theoretical weight. Actual weight varies with wire diameter within its gauge range and with zinc coating on GI mesh.

Example: 50 × 50 mm mesh in 10 SWG

Input Value
Wire diameter 3.25 mm (10 SWG)
Aperture 50 × 50 mm
Roll size 5 ft × 50 ft
Weight per sq ft 0.238 kg
Weight per sq m 2.56 kg
Weight per roll 59.5 kg

Weldmesh weight chart (kg per sq m)

Theoretical weight for square apertures, calculated at the upper wire diameter of each gauge. Confirm available sizes with our sales team.
Gauge Wire dia (mm) 25 × 25 mm 50 × 50 mm 75 × 75 mm 100 × 100 mm
20 SWG 1.05 0.53 0.27 0.18 0.13
18 SWG 1.20 0.70 0.35 0.23 0.17
16 SWG 1.60 1.24 0.62 0.41 0.31
14 SWG 2.00 1.94 0.97 0.65 0.49
13 SWG 2.30 2.57 1.28 0.86 0.64
12 SWG 2.60 3.28 1.64 1.09 0.82
11 SWG 3.00 4.37 2.18 1.46 1.09
10 SWG 3.25 5.12 2.56 1.71 1.28
8 SWG 4.00 7.76 3.88 2.59 1.94

SWG to mm chart for weldmesh wire

SWG Wire diameter (mm)
20 0.95 to 1.05
18 1.10 to 1.20
16 1.50 to 1.60
14 1.90 to 2.00
13 2.20 to 2.30
12 2.50 to 2.60
11 2.90 to 3.00
10 3.15 to 3.25
8 3.90 to 4.00

20 SWG and 18 SWG weldmesh is supplied in roll heights up to 4 ft.

Frequently asked questions

What is the weight of 50 x 50 mm welded mesh in 10 SWG wire?

With 3.25 mm wire and a 50 x 50 mm aperture, the theoretical weight is about 0.238 kg per sq ft, or 2.56 kg per sq m. A 5 ft x 50 ft roll weighs about 59.5 kg.

Why does weldmesh weight change with aperture size?

A smaller aperture puts more wires into every square foot, so the mesh gets heavier. At 10 SWG, 25 x 25 mm mesh weighs about 5.12 kg per sq m, twice the 2.56 kg of 50 x 50 mm mesh. The aperture affects weight and cost as much as the wire gauge does.

Is weldmesh billed by weight?

Yes. We bill weldmesh on actual weight. The calculator gives a theoretical weight, and the actual weight can differ slightly because wire diameter varies within its gauge range and GI mesh carries a zinc coating. Your invoice is based on the weighed quantity.

How do I convert a weldmesh rate per kg into a rate per sq ft?

Multiply the rate per kg by the weight per sq ft from the calculator. For 10 SWG, 50 x 50 mm mesh that is about 0.238 kg per sq ft, so each sq ft costs 0.238 times the rate per kg. Comparing quotes this way shows the real cost of each specification.

Does GI weldmesh weigh more than MS weldmesh?

Only slightly. For the same gauge and aperture the steel weighs the same. GI mesh adds a zinc coating, usually 30 to 40 gsm (grams per sq m of wire surface), which adds about 2% or less to the mesh weight. The calculator shows the steel weight.

Can I calculate the weight of a full roll or of panels?

Yes. For rolls, enter the roll height and length in feet and the number of rolls. For panels, enter the panel height and length, and the number of panels in place of rolls. The calculator shows the weight of one roll or panel and the total for your order.

What weldmesh sizes do you supply?

We make weldmesh in 20 SWG to 8 SWG wire, in standard roll heights of 3 ft, 4 ft and 5 ft. Rolls in 20 SWG and 18 SWG are made up to 4 ft high. As the manufacturer, we also make weldmesh to your specification when you need customised material.

What does SWG mean, and why is a higher gauge number thinner?

SWG (Standard Wire Gauge) is a British system for sizing wire. The higher the number, the thinner the wire: 8 SWG is about 4.0 mm and 20 SWG about 1.05 mm. The SWG to mm chart on this page shows the diameter range for each gauge.

How many weldmesh rolls fit in one truck?

It depends on the truck size and the roll size. Use the total weight from the calculator to see how much load your order makes, then share the quantity and delivery location with us. We plan the loading and dispatch to suit your order.

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