Residential Grade Galvanized Chain Link Posts & Framework, .065 Wall Round Tubing - Choose Your Post Diameter & Length

Product Description

Residential Galvanized Chain Link Posts & Framework — .065" Wall Round Tubing (16 Gauge)

• .065" wall, 16 ga steel — The classic residential framework spec for posts, top rail, and gate frames.
• Hot-dip galvanized — Zinc coating helps protect against rust and outdoor wear.
• Swedged top-rail option — Swedged ends let one length fit neatly into the next for continuous top rail (no sleeve needed).
• Right sizes for home fences — Offered in the common ODs used for line posts, terminals, and top rails.
• Lightweight, strong, economical — Easy to handle while delivering dependable rigidity.

This .065" wall round tubing is the residential workhorse for chain link frameworks. Use it for line and terminal posts, top/brace rails, and welded gate frames. Choose swedged lengths when you want continuous top rail assembly without rail sleeves.

Typical Sizing & Use

• Top/brace rail: often 1-3/8" OD on most residential runs.
• Line posts: commonly 1-5/8" or 2" nominal (1-7/8" actual OD).
• Terminal posts (corners/ends/gates): commonly 2-1/2" nominal (2-3/8" actual OD).

Specifications

Installation Notes

Lay out post centers, set terminals first, then line posts. Cut and fit top/brace rails, using swedged joints for continuous top rail or sleeves on non-swedged. Square and plumb the framework, then stretch fabric to tension bars and secure with bands. Re-check post plumb and rail alignment before tying off.

Buying Guide

• Match the height & load — .065" suits most residential fences; step up to heavier grades if adding privacy slats or facing higher wind loads.
• Choose correct diameters — Use lighter ODs for top rail, larger ODs for terminals to handle gate and stretch loads.
• Swedged vs. non-swedged — Select swedged top rail when you want sleeve-free, continuous runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is .065" the same as 16 gauge?

Yes—.065" wall corresponds to 16 ga steel, the common residential framework thickness.

Do you carry swedged top rail?

Yes—choose “Swedged: Yes” to get lengths with tapered ends for continuous rail connections.

What sizes should I pick for a 4'–6' residential fence?

Many installs use 1-3/8" OD top rail, 1-5/8" or 2" nominal (1-7/8" actual) line posts, and 2-1/2" nominal (2-3/8" actual) terminal posts.

Comparison

• SF20 — Heavier-walled, higher-strength framework for heavy residential/light commercial; a step up from .065" when using heavier fabric or adding wind-loading accessories. Shop SF20
• SF40 — Premium commercial-grade framework with thicker walls; ideal for high-traffic or industrial applications. (Note: SF40 top rail is not swedged—use sleeves for continuous runs.) Shop SF40