Galvanized Chain Link Tension Bars, 5/8" or 3/4" - Multiple Sizes

Product Description

Galvanized Chain Link Tension Bars — 5/8″ (Residential) & 3/4″ (Commercial) — Multiple Lengths (Professional Grade)

• Secure, Even Tension — Slides through the end diamonds to pull fabric tight and straight from top to bottom
• Fence-Contractor Grade — Heavy galvanized steel flat bar chosen by professionals for reliable terminal connections
• Two Widths — 5/8″ for residential runs; 3/4″ for commercial/heavier use
• Gate & Panel Ready — Also used to mount fabric to gate frames and freestanding panels
• Clean Finish — Works with tension bands for a neat, uniform pull at ends, corners, and gate posts

Make a strong, professional-grade terminal connection with galvanized tension bars. Insert the bar down the fabric’s edge and fasten it to your terminal post using galvanized tension bands for a tight, square finish. Choose the bar length to match your fence height and the width (5/8″ or 3/4″) to suit the duty level of your project.

Why Choose This

• Straight, uniform stretch — Distributes load across multiple diamonds for consistent fabric alignment
• Durable zinc protection — Galvanized steel stands up to weather and job-site handling
• Versatile — Works on terminal posts, gate uprights, and panel frames

Specifications

Installation

With the fabric hung on the line, find the end “picket” formed by the first full diamond. Slide the tension bar down through that edge from top to bottom. Wrap tension bands around the terminal post (bevel toward the fabric), insert the bar into the bands, and tighten bolts evenly from bottom to top. For an easier, straighter pull before banding off, many crews use a Puljak Type B Fence Puller or a 36″ fabric stretcher bar with a come-along to pre-tension the mesh.

Buying Guide

• Pick the width: Choose 5/8″ for most residential work; step up to 3/4″ for commercial/heavier loads.
• Match the height: Order a bar that matches your fence height (e.g., 6′ fence → 72″ bar).
• Pair with the right bands: Residential jobs often use flat bands; heavier jobs typically use beveled bands. See flat galvanized tension bands for residential setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a tension bar and a stretcher bar?

A tension bar becomes part of the fence and is banded to the terminal post. A stretcher bar is a reusable tool used to pull the fabric tight before you band off.

How many tension bars do I need?

One tension bar for every terminal fabric edge: each end post, each side of a corner, and each gate/frame edge that receives fabric.

Should the bar be the same height as the fence?

Yes—match the bar length to the fence height for full engagement across the fabric.

Will a 5/8″ bar work on commercial jobs?

5/8″ is commonly used on residential. Commercial/heavier use typically calls for a stiffer 3/4″ bar.

Can I use the same bar on a gate?

Yes. Tension bars are often used to attach fabric to gate uprights and panel frames.

Comparison

Need help matching widths, lengths, and tension bands for your terminals? Contact us and we’ll help you plan a fence-contractor-grade setup that looks clean and lasts.