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Part of knowing how to build a chain link fence is understanding which parts you will need.
A. Line Post Cap holds the top rail in place. Use one of these for each line post.
B. Top Rail runs along the top of the posts. Use the same linear footage of this as you will for the entire fence.
C. End Post Cap is also called a terminal cap. Use one of these for each end post.
D. Rail Ends cap the rail at each end post, gate post and corner post. Use one for each end post, one for each gate post, and two for each corner post.
E. Tension Bands hold the tension bar. Use three for each end and gate post. Use six for each corner post for fences up to 4-feet tall. Use four per end and gate posts. Use eight per corner for fences up to 5-feet tall. Use five per end and gate post. Use ten per corner post for fences up to 6-feet tall.
F. Tie Wire ties the chain-link fabric to the top rail and line posts. Use one for every 24-inches of the top rail and one for every 12-inches of each line post.
G. Chain Link Fence Posts support the top rail and chain-link fabric. Use one of these within every 10-foot run of fence.
H. Tension Wire adds rigidity to the bottom of the chain-link fabric along the bottom. Use the same linear footage of this as you will for the entire fence.
I. End Post / Corner Post adds support and rigidity to the chain-link fabric. Use one for each end of the fence, at each corner. Use two for each gate opening.
J. A tension Bar is a vertical bar woven into the ends of the fence fabric at each end post, gate post and corner. Use one for each end post and gate post and two for each corner.
Below are some additional pieces to consider if you want to understand how to install a chain link fence:
Below you will find step by step instructions on how to accurately install a chain link fence using the traditional method.
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, end post, intermediate post, tension wire, fence ties, tension bands, top rail, end post cap, intermediate post cap, tension bar, concrete (optional)Chain link fence , end post, intermediate post, tension wire, fence ties, tension bands, top rail, end post cap, intermediate post cap, tension bar, concrete (optional)CONTENTS
ANATOMY OF A CHAIN LINK FENCE
STEP 1)
Calculate How Much Material You Need
Mark the exact spot where you want to locate the corner, gate and end posts with a spray paint or something similar.
Measure the total length between the end posts.
You will now be able to order the correct length of fencing you need (normally shown in meters).
STEP 2)
Marking and Installing End Posts
Using a spade dig a hole for each of the corner, gate and end post locations.
The holes should be three times wider than the posts.
The depth of the hole should be 1/3 the length of the post.
Fill the holes using one of the following options
CONCRETE: For best results fill the holes with 4 inches of gravel and pat it down so that it is compact then add 6 inches of concrete on top. Then put the posts into the wet concrete and allow at least 1 day for the concrete to set. Fill the rest of the hole with dirt.2)
WITHOUT CONCRETE: Put the pole in the middle of the hole then fill the hole full of large stones to hold the pole in place. Then add earth until tight and compact.
IMPORTANT: Use a level to make sure the post is straight then secure it in place. This is important otherwise your fence will not be straight.
STEP 3)
Marking and Installing Your Intermediate Posts
Tie a string tight between your posts.
The height of the intermediate posts should be the height of the mesh + 50mm (2 inches) so that you have a small gap at the bottom of the fence once it has been installed.
Mark 3 meters gaps between the corner, gate and end posts which will mark the location of your intermediate posts.
Dig a hole in each of the middle post locations.
The holes should be three times wider than the post diameter.
The depth of the hole should be 1/3 the length of the post.
CONCRETE OPTION: For best results fill the holes with 4 inches of gravel and pat it down so that it is compact then add 6 inches of concrete on top. Then put the posts into the wet concrete and allow at least 1 day to allow concrete to set.
WITHOUT CONCRETE: Plant the pole then ram the hole full of large stones. Then add earth until tight and compact.
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IMPORTANT: Use a level to make sure the post is straight then secure it in place. This is otherwise you will have a wonky fence.
STEP 4)
Add Tension Bands and Caps to the Posts
Add tension bands to all posts with the flat side pointing to the outside of the fence.
If you have corner posts you will need 2 x tensions bands pointing to either side.
You need to add one less tension band than the height of the fence, in feet. For example
4 feet high fence = 3 tension bands
5 feet high fence = 4 tension bands
6 feet high fence = 5 tension bands
Add the caps to all posts as follows
Caps with loops = middle posts (allows the rail to go through)
Caps without loops = end posts
Start to tighten all nuts and bolts but leave some slack to allow for adjustments later.
STEP 5)
Install the Top Rail
Push the top rails through the loops in the caps.
The poles will attach to each other by pushing opposite ends together.
If the poles are too long cut them with a hacksaw.
Once the poles are in place fasten all nuts and bolts.
STEP 6)
Hang the Chain Link Mesh
Starting at one of your end posts start to unroll your mesh along the length of your fence.
Weave the tension bar through the end of the mesh roll closest to the end post.
Attach the tension bar to the bottom tension band of the end pole.
The mesh should also be 2 inches off the ground. If not adjust the height of your tension bands then tighten the bolts.
Pull the mesh roll tight along the length of the fence removing any slack. At this point you only need to remove slack, you are not permanently tightening the fence yet.
Add a few wire fence ties to attach the mesh to the top rail.
STEP 7)
Stretching the Chain Link Mesh
Weave a temporary tension bar about 3ft from your end post.
Then attach a stretcher bar to the tension bar.
Attach a fence puller to the stretcher bar and the end post, then crank the tool to tighten the mesh.
The mesh is tight enough when you can squeeze around 2-4 cm with your hands in the tensioned area of mesh.
As you tighten the mesh there is likely to be excess mesh that you will want to remove.
Unravel a strand of wire from the mesh to remove the excess.
Weave the permanent tension bar through the mesh and tension bands attached to the remaining end pole.
Then tighten the tension band nuts and bolts.
Then remove the temporary tension band.
Secure the mesh to the rail and poles with fence ties.
Space your ties as follows (this doesnt need to be exact).
24 inches along the rail
12 inches on the line posts
OPTIONAL (prevents animals from getting under your fence). Weave tension wire through the bottom of the mesh along the length of your fence. Then pull tight and tie to your end posts.
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