Chain Link Fence Weight Calculator

Choose the mesh size and wire gauge, then enter the roll size to get the weight of chain link fencing in kg per sq m, kg per sq ft and per roll. A worked example, a weight chart and a gauge chart follow.

Weight per sq m: 2.93 kg
Weight per sq ft: 0.273 kg
Weight per roll: 68.1 kg
Total weight: 68.1 kg

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Theoretical weight, calculated at the upper wire diameter of each gauge. Actual weight varies with wire diameter within its gauge range and with the zinc coating.

Example: 50 × 50 mm chain link in 10 SWG

Input	Value
Mesh opening	50 × 50 mm
Wire	10 SWG (3.15 to 3.25 mm)
Roll size	5 ft × 50 ft
Weight per sq m	2.93 kg
Weight per sq ft	0.273 kg
Weight per roll	68.1 kg

Chain link weight chart (kg per sq m)

Theoretical weight, calculated at the upper wire diameter of each gauge. A dash means the size is not made in that gauge.
Mesh	14 SWG	12 SWG	10 SWG	8 SWG
25 × 25 mm	2.22	–	–	–
50 × 50 mm	1.11	1.88	2.93	4.44
75 × 75 mm	0.74	1.25	1.95	2.96
100 × 100 mm	0.56	0.94	1.47	2.22

SWG to mm chart for chain link wire

SWG	Wire diameter (mm)
14	1.90 to 2.00
12	2.50 to 2.60
10	3.15 to 3.25
8	3.90 to 4.00

What decides chain link fence weight

Wire gauge. A lower SWG number means thicker wire. At 50 × 50 mm mesh, moving from 12 SWG to 10 SWG raises the weight from 1.88 to 2.93 kg per sq m.
Mesh opening. A smaller diamond uses more wire in every square metre. In 10 SWG, 50 mm mesh weighs about twice as much as 100 mm mesh.
Fence height and roll length. Weight rises in direct proportion to the area of fabric.
Zinc coating. Galvanising adds a small amount of weight on top of the steel, so heavier-coated fabric weighs slightly more for the same size.

Weight per running foot and per 50 ft roll

Most buyers order chain link by the running length of fence. This table gives the theoretical weight of 50 × 50 mm mesh for one running foot and for a 50 ft roll at common fence heights.

Theoretical weight, calculated at the upper wire diameter of each gauge. Confirm the heights and roll lengths you need with our sales team.
Gauge	4 ft high	5 ft high	6 ft high
14 SWG	0.41 kg/ft 20.6 kg/roll	0.52 kg/ft 25.8 kg/roll	0.62 kg/ft 31.0 kg/roll
12 SWG	0.70 kg/ft 34.9 kg/roll	0.87 kg/ft 43.6 kg/roll	1.05 kg/ft 52.3 kg/roll
10 SWG	1.09 kg/ft 54.5 kg/roll	1.36 kg/ft 68.1 kg/roll	1.64 kg/ft 81.8 kg/roll
8 SWG	1.65 kg/ft 82.6 kg/roll	2.06 kg/ft 103.2 kg/roll	2.48 kg/ft 123.8 kg/roll

How to estimate fencing weight for your boundary

Find your boundary length in feet. The boundary calculator converts land area into boundary length: a square 1-acre plot has about 835 ft.
Choose the fence height, mesh size and wire gauge.
Multiply the weight per running foot by the boundary length.
Divide the boundary length by the roll length to get the number of rolls, and round up.

Example: a square 1-acre plot fenced 5 ft high with 50 × 50 mm mesh in 10 SWG needs about 835 ft of fence. At 1.36 kg per running foot, that is about 1,140 kg, or 17 rolls of 50 ft. Deduct gate openings if you are ordering fence fabric only.

Converting a rate per kg into a rate per sq ft

Chain link is quoted both per kg and per sq ft, so two quotes can only be compared on the same basis. Multiply the rate per kg by the weight per sq ft from the calculator. For example, at a quoted rate of ₹100 per kg (an example rate, not our price), 50 × 50 mm mesh in 10 SWG at 0.273 kg per sq ft works out to about ₹27.3 per sq ft. A rate that looks low per sq ft can simply mean thinner wire or a larger mesh.

Checking weight against a tender or order specification

Government and project tenders often state a minimum weight per square metre for chain link fabric. To check a delivery, weigh one roll and divide by its area in square metres. A 5 ft × 50 ft roll covers about 23.2 sq m. Compare the result with the specified minimum and with the weight chart above, allowing for the diameter tolerance within each gauge.

Choosing the gauge and mesh

14 SWG: light boundaries and enclosures, where cost matters more than strength.
12 SWG: general boundary fencing for plots, farms and compounds.
10 SWG: industrial boundaries and long runs that need a stiffer fabric.
8 SWG: high-security perimeters.
Mesh size: a smaller mesh is harder to climb and cut through; a larger mesh uses less wire and costs less.

Chain link vs welded mesh: weight compared

For the same wire and opening, chain link weighs more than welded mesh, because each wire is bent into a diamond and woven into its neighbour, so a square metre uses more wire. In 10 SWG with a 50 × 50 mm opening, chain link weighs about 2.93 kg per sq m, against about 2.56 kg for welded mesh.

Frequently asked questions

What is the weight of 50 x 50 mm chain link in 10 SWG wire?

About 2.93 kg per sq m, or 0.273 kg per sq ft. A 5 ft x 50 ft roll weighs about 68.1 kg.

Why does mesh size change chain link weight?

A smaller mesh opening uses more wire in every square metre, so the fence gets heavier. In 10 SWG wire, 50 x 50 mm chain link weighs about 2.93 kg per sq m, while 100 x 100 mm weighs about 1.47 kg.

How do I work out the weight per running foot of fence?

Multiply the weight per sq ft by the fence height in feet. For 50 x 50 mm mesh in 10 SWG at 5 ft high, that is 0.273 x 5, or about 1.36 kg per running foot. Multiply by your boundary length for the total.

Which mesh sizes and wire gauges do you make?

We make 25 x 25 mm chain link in 14 SWG only, and 50 x 50 mm, 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm chain link in 14 to 8 SWG.

Is the calculated weight the same as the dispatch weight?

No. The calculator gives a theoretical weight. Actual weight varies with wire diameter within its gauge range and with the zinc coating, so the final figure comes from weighing the material.

How much does a 50 ft roll of chain link weigh?

It depends on height, mesh and gauge. A 5 ft x 50 ft roll of 50 x 50 mm mesh weighs about 25.8 kg in 14 SWG, 43.6 kg in 12 SWG, 68.1 kg in 10 SWG and 103.2 kg in 8 SWG.

How many rolls of chain link do I need for 1 acre?

A square 1-acre plot has a boundary of about 835 ft, so it needs about 17 rolls of 50 ft. Long or irregular plots need more; use the boundary calculator for your land size.

Is 10 SWG chain link heavier than 12 SWG?

Yes. In SWG, a lower number means thicker wire. At 50 x 50 mm mesh, 10 SWG weighs about 2.93 kg per sq m and 12 SWG about 1.88 kg.

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