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Wire Mesh Gauge Chart
Choosing the right material is essential for any wire mesh project. Wire mesh is used in a wide variety of applications, including construction and building, gardening, and pest control. This wire mesh gauge chart shows how wire gauge, wire diameter, and typical use connect for every standard gauge from 1 to 40.
Typically, the lower the gauge number, the thicker the wire. Typically, thicker wire has a larger diameter and more space between wires, making it stronger but harder to cut. Conversely, thinner wire has a smaller diameter, less space between wires, and is easier to cut.
Please review our wire mesh gauge table below to determine which gauge you need for your next project.
Wire Gauge to Inches & MM Chart
|
Gauge |
Wire Diameter (Inches) |
Wire Diameter (MM) |
Typical Application |
|
1 |
0.283 |
7.188 |
Heavy-duty construction & building mesh
|
|
2 |
0.2625 |
6.668 |
|
|
3 |
0.2437 |
6.19 |
|
|
4 |
0.2253 |
5.723 |
|
|
5 |
0.207 |
5.258 |
|
|
6 |
0.192 |
4.877 |
|
|
7 |
0.177 |
4.496 |
|
|
8 |
0.162 |
4.115 |
|
|
9 |
0.1483 |
3.767 |
|
|
10 |
0.135 |
3.429 |
Mid-weight fencing for garden use
|
|
11 |
0.1205 |
3.061 |
|
|
12 |
0.1055 |
2.68 |
|
|
13 |
0.0915 |
2.324 |
|
|
14 |
0.08 |
2.032 |
|
|
15 |
0.072 |
1.829 |
|
|
16 |
0.0625 |
1.588 |
General-purpose screening
|
|
17 |
0.054 |
1.372 |
|
|
18 |
0.0475 |
1.207 |
|
|
19 |
0.041 |
1.041 |
|
|
20 |
0.0348 |
0.884 |
Insect screen and fine pest control mesh |
|
21 |
0.0317 |
0.805 |
|
|
22 |
0.0286 |
0.726 |
|
|
23 |
0.025 |
0.635 |
|
|
24 |
0.023 |
0.584 |
|
|
25 |
0.0204 |
0.518 |
Fine sieving and filtering mesh
|
|
26 |
0.0181 |
0.46 |
|
|
27 |
0.0173 |
0.439 |
|
|
28 |
0.0162 |
0.411 |
|
|
29 |
0.015 |
0.381 |
|
|
30 |
0.014 |
0.356 |
|
|
31 |
0.0132 |
0.335 |
|
|
32 |
0.0128 |
0.325 |
|
|
33 |
0.0118 |
0.3 |
|
|
34 |
0.0104 |
0.264 |
|
|
35 |
0.0095 |
0.241 |
|
|
36 |
0.009 |
0.229 |
|
|
37 |
0.0085 |
0.216 |
|
|
38 |
0.008 |
0.203 |
|
|
39 |
0.0075 |
0.191 |
|
|
40 |
0.007 |
0.178 |
Still have questions? Contact our wire mesh experts today. We can determine the best material for your needs.
How to Measure Wire Gauge
When measuring wire gauge, follow these steps:
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Measure the diameter with a caliper: Use a caliper or micrometer for the most accurate reading. You can also use a wire gauge tool with graduated slots to measure wire gauge.
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Convert wire gauge to mm or inches: Match the measurement to the closest value in the wire mesh chart above.
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Wire Mesh Gauge FAQs
What does wire gauge mean on a wire mesh chart?
Wire gauge is the number that indicates the wire’s thickness. The lower the gauge number, the thicker the wire.
Is a lower or higher gauge thicker?
A lower gauge number means a higher wire thickness. A higher gauge number means the wire in thinner.
Does gauge tell me the opening size of wire mesh?
No. Gauge only measures the thickness or diameter of the wire. The opening size depends on the mesh count or spacing between wires.
What gauge wire mesh is best for pest control?
For gopher and mole control, 10-15 gauge mesh is best for durability. Fine pest and insect screening, like mouse control, typically uses 20-24 gauge mesh. For larger animals, like raccoons and possums, use heavier low-gauge 1-9 mesh.