Barbed Wire
Barbed wire is steel wire with sharp barbs twisted on at intervals, strung along the top of a security fence or along a farm line to stop climbing and keep animals in. Choose the roll: 820 ft with a black or green coating, or 656 ft galvanized. Then mount the strands on barbed wire arms above the fence. Read more
3 products
Barbed wire | 820 ft
$79.95
Barbed Wire Arm | 2-3/8" x 1-9/16" | Double 45° | Aluminum
$23.00
Barbed wire | 656'
$69.95
Barbed Wire
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Highlights
Two roll lengths
820 ft coated or 656 ft galvanized.
Black, green or zinc
Match the wire to the color of your fence.
Double 45-degree arms
Hold strands on both sides of the fence line.
Security and farm fences
Tops a security fence, or runs along a farm line.
What is barbed wire used for?
Barbed wire is the simplest way to make a fence harder to climb. It is used on top of security fences around industrial sites, depots, utilities and construction sites, and along farm fences to keep livestock in. It is also used on residential property where local rules allow it.
Which barbed wire roll should I choose?
The category has two rolls that differ in finish and length:
- Coated barbed wire, 820 ft roll: a PVC coating in black or green protects the wire and blends in with dark or green fence panels.
- Galvanized barbed wire, 656 ft roll: a zinc coating gives corrosion resistance for long-term outdoor use in all weather.
Match the wire to the fence: black or green coated wire on a powder-coated fence of the same color, galvanized wire on a galvanized fence or a farm fence.
Do I need barbed wire arms?
On a security fence, barbed wire is usually carried on arms fixed to the top of each post, so the strands sit above and beyond the fence line. Our barbed wire arm is a double arm angled at 45 degrees and is listed as a 3 wire arm. A double arm angles out on both sides of the fence, so strands run on both sides of the fence line.
Check that the arm suits your post profile before you order; the product page gives its dimensions. On a farm fence, barbed wire is often run straight along the posts without arms.
How much barbed wire do I need?
- Measure the length of the fence.
- Multiply by the number of strands you will run.
- Add extra for ties at end and corner posts.
- Divide by the roll length to count the rolls.
For example, a 820 ft roll gives three strands along about 270 ft of fence, before ties.
How do I install barbed wire safely?
- Check local rules first: some cities, counties and homeowner associations restrict barbed wire.
- Wear heavy gloves, eye protection and long sleeves, and work in pairs.
- Fix the arms to the posts before you unroll any wire.
- Unroll the wire from a roll holder and never pull loops off the roll by hand.
- Tie the wire off at the end post, tension it with a wire strainer and tie off at the next end or corner post.
- Fix the strands to every arm or post in between.
What else should I order?
Barbed wire is usually part of a larger fence. Our Galvanized Wire category has tie and tension wire on coils, and the Wire Mesh category has welded mesh panels for guards and enclosures.
Ordering and delivery
Fenceweb delivers to every US state and to Canada. We supply contractors, farms, utilities and correctional facilities. For a long run of barbed wire, ask us for a quote.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a roll of barbed wire?
The coated barbed wire comes on 820 ft rolls and the galvanized barbed wire on 656 ft rolls.
Which colors does the coated barbed wire come in?
The coated barbed wire has a PVC coating in black or green, to match dark or green fence panels.
Do I need arms to install barbed wire?
On a security fence, arms on top of the posts hold the strands above the fence. On a farm fence, strands are often fixed straight to the posts.
Is barbed wire allowed in my area?
That depends on local rules. Some cities, counties and homeowner associations restrict barbed wire, so check before you install it.
How do I tension barbed wire?
Tie the wire off at an end post, pull it tight with a wire strainer and tie it off at the next end or corner post.
What types of fencing products does Fenceweb offer?
Fenceweb offers a complete range of fencing products, including welded wire fence panels, chain link fence, ornamental and metal fencing, security fencing, fence posts, swing and farm gates, gate hardware and temporary fencing. We also carry trusted brands such as Locinox, Gatemaster, ZND, AES Global, D&D Technology and Tarter.
Still have questions? Call us at 214 878 1900