Chain Link Fence Tension Band Spacing

If you plan on installing privacy slats or another type of material that will increase wind load consider using 8 or 6 post spacing.

Chain link fence tension band spacing.

A 5 high fence uses 4 tension bands per hook up. Fence tie hook ties. Tension bar the bar used with tension bands or other post connectors to secure the fabric to a terminal post see fig. Mark the holes about half the width of the post away from the layout lines.

Then mark your lines on the batter boards with a pencil and untie them to dig the holes. In general use one less tension band than the height of fence you are installing i e. Same for gate posts. As chain link fence posts are smaller and sturdier than many other types the holes should be smaller and can be farther apart.

1 for each rail end band 1 for each tension band 1 for every 24 of top rail and 1 for every 12 of line posts 1 for each single swing gate 2 for single swing gate 4 for double swing gate 2 for single swing gate 4 for double swing gate for each end post use 3 for. Use 1 for each terminal post. 1 the good thing is that you can dig all the post holes at once. All bolt heads for bands are on the outside of fence and the threaded ends are on the inside.

Use 1 per tension bar holds rail end in place rail ends. Use 4 per tension bar or 1 per foot of fence height. 3 42 or 4. Use flat bands for residential fence applications and beveled bands for commercial or industrial fence applications.

Use 4 each for 5 and use 5 each for 6. For aesthetic reasons space posts evenly but do not exceed ten feet between posts. Tension wire a wire with or without a marcelled pattern see marcelling typically used along the top of a chain link fence in place of a top rail and along the bottom of a chain link fence for additional security. The bar makes the end of the fence rigid and provides something to attach to the posts.

Lay the chain link mesh on the ground outside the fence. Carriage bolts 5 16 x 1 1 4 use 1 per tension or brace band. Follow the fence manufacturer s instructions for spacing which typically ranges from 4 10 apart spacing should not exceed 10 on center. Run a tension bar through the links at the end of the mesh.

Chain link fabric or mesh is usually sold in rolls 4 5 or 6 feet high. We carry tension bands for both typical round tubing and also square tubing. Chain link fence posts are typically spaced a maximum of ten feet apart. Mark the posts and spacing with stakes.

1 for every 12 of line posts and 1 for every 24 of top rail. Chain link tension bands are also available in brown green and black. Typical spacing is between 6 and 10 feet on center. Check the manufacturer s directions for post spacing.

Tension bands should be spaced approximately 10 12 apart. Fence tension bands should be spaced approximately 12 18 apart.