1.1This specification covers 0.177 in. (4.50 mm) diameter metallic-coated carbon steel marcelled tension wire for use with chain-link fence. The 0.177 in. (4.50 mm) diameter metallic-coated wire shall be produced in accordance with Specification A817. Three types of coatings are covered:

1.1.1Type I-Aluminum-coated (aluminized),

1.1.2Type II-Zinc-coated (galvanized), and

1.1.3 Type III-Zinc-5 % Aluminum Mischmetal (Zn5Al-MM) alloy-coated.

1.2The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.