Steel wires
G.I. wire
G.I. wire is mild steel wire with a zinc coating. The zinc protects the steel from rust, even where the coating gets scratched, which is why galvanised wire lasts outdoors and plain wire does not.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Base metal | Low carbon mild steel |
| Coating process | Hot dip or electro galvanised (both available) |
| Coating class | Light, medium or heavy |
| Coating weight (hot dip) | Light 40 to 120 g/m²; medium 75 to 150 g/m²; heavy 150 to 275 g/m², by diameter |
| Coating weight (electro) | 8 to 40 g/m² |
| Diameter range | 0.26 to 3.00 mm |
| Tensile strength | 350 to 550 N/mm² annealed; 550 to 900 N/mm² hard drawn |
| Coating adhesion | Mandrel wrap, no flaking or cracking |
| Coating uniformity | Preece dip test |
| Finish | Bright silver |
| Coil weight | On request |
| Applicable standards | IS 280 : 2006 (base wire) + IS 4826 : 1979 (zinc coating) |
Where a row lists options, please tell us which one you need when you enquire.
Applications
Where it is used
The coating class follows IS 4826 and is stated on the test certificate. A heavier coating gives a longer life outdoors.
Used for
Fencing
Wire mesh and netting
Wire ropes
Cables and cable armouring
Stitching and binding wire
Imitation jewellery
Construction
Electricals
Fencing, wire mesh and netting, wire ropes, cables and cable armouring, stitching and binding wire, imitation jewellery, construction, electricals and general engineering. Available hot dip or electro galvanised, with an even zinc coating, a bright finish and consistent strength. We keep size tolerance tight to avoid wastage.
