ASTM F2453/F2453M-14 (2025) PDF

Full title and description

St ASTM F2453/F2453M-14 (2025) — Standard Specification for Welded Wire Mesh Fence Fabric (Metallic‑Coated or Polymer Coated) for Meshes of 6 in.2 [3871 mm2] or Less, in Panels or Rolls, with Uniform Meshes. The document defines material, coating and fabrication requirements, classification by coating type, and test methods for welded wire mesh fence fabric used in panels or rolls.

Abstract

This specification covers welded wire mesh fence fabric produced from steel wire or metallic‑coated steel wire; the metallic‑coated fabric may be polymer coated after fabrication. It limits applicability to uniform mesh patterns with individual mesh areas of 6 in.2 (3871 mm2) or less, and describes classification by coating (Types 1–4), dimensional and mechanical requirements, and required test methods (metallic coating weight, polymer coating thickness and adhesion, and weld shear strength).

General information

• Status: Active (reapproved/updated 2025)
• Publication date: Reapproved/updated January 22, 2025 (original edition approved April 1, 2014).
• Publisher: ASTM International (Committee F14 — Fences; Subcommittee F14.35 Architectural Metal Fence Systems).
• ICS / categories: 77.140.65 — Steel wire, wire ropes and link chains.
• Edition / version: F2453/F2453M‑14 with 2025 reapproval/update (commonly cited as F2453/F2453M‑14 (2025) or F2453/F2453M‑14R19).
• Number of pages: 6 pages.

Scope

The standard applies to welded wire mesh fence fabric in panels or rolls with uniform meshes whose individual mesh area does not exceed 6 in.2 (3871 mm2). It specifies materials (steel and metallic coatings), classifications by coating type, acceptable mesh sizes and gauges, and required tests to verify coating mass/thickness, polymer adhesion (where applicable) and weld shear strength. The specification is written for use with either inch‑pound or SI units (each system used independently).

Key topics and requirements

• Classification of welded wire mesh fence fabric into Types 1–4 based on coating and finish.
• Limits on mesh area — applicable to uniform meshes of 6 in.2 (3871 mm2) or less.
• Material and fabrication requirements for steel wire and metallic coatings (including hot‑dip and electrogalvanized options and polymer overcoatings).
• Required tests: metallic coating weight (mass), polymer coating thickness, polymer adhesion, and weld shear strength of fabric.
• Dimensional tolerances, ordering designation examples (panel/roll sizes, mesh and gauge), and optional certification/inspection notes.
• Applicability in either inch‑pound or SI units (values in each system treated independently).

Typical use and users

Used by fence fabric manufacturers, metal coating and polymer coating suppliers, fence system designers, architects, specifiers, procurement professionals, testing and QA laboratories, distributors, and installers to specify, produce, inspect and accept welded wire mesh fence fabric for architectural, security, and perimeter applications where uniform small meshes are required.

Related standards

Commonly referenced/related documents and standards include other ASTM fence and metal standards such as F2919/F2919M (welded wire mesh with variable patterns or meshes greater than 6 in.2), F2408 (ornamental fences employing galvanized steel tubular pickets), F2589, F2548, and relevant wire and coating material standards (for example ASTM A82/A82M and other metallic‑coating test methods). The specification is maintained under ASTM Committee F14 (Fences).

Keywords

welded wire mesh, fence fabric, metallic‑coated, polymer coated, galvanized, mesh size, panels, rolls, weld shear strength, coating weight, ASTM F2453

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: It is ASTM F2453/F2453M‑14 (reapproved/updated 2025), a specification that sets requirements for welded wire mesh fence fabric (metallic‑coated or polymer‑coated) with uniform meshes up to 6 in.2 in area, sold as panels or rolls.

Q: What does it cover?

A: Material and coating classifications, dimensional limits, test methods (metallic coating weight, polymer coating thickness and adhesion, weld shear strength), ordering designations, and units of measure. It applies only to uniform meshes of 6 in.2 (3871 mm2) or less.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, coating suppliers, product specifiers (architects/engineers), procurement teams, test labs and quality inspectors, fence installers, and distributors involved with welded wire mesh fence products.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: As of the 2025 reapproval/update the document is active. The core designation remains F2453/F2453M‑14; the record shows reapproval/administrative updating in January 2025. Users should check the issuing body (ASTM International) for the absolute latest status before purchase or citation.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It forms part of ASTM Committee F14's suite of fence and perimeter standards and is complemented by related specifications for other mesh sizes/patterns (for example F2919/F2919M) and ornamental fence specifications (F2408, F2589, etc.).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: welded wire mesh, fence fabric, metallic coating, polymer coating, galvanized, mesh size, panels, rolls, weld shear, coating weight.