The diamond of chain link is measured diagonally in both directions using inside dimensions. If the dimensions are not the same, e-mail us at info@yourfencestore.com with detailed results (how old is your fence, what state are you from, height of fence, both dimensions measured diagonally). You need to know the chain link fence diamond size before you can order fence slats.
The most common diamond sizes for chain link fence are:
2″ diamond (typically 9 or 11 gauge wire) with approximately 41 diamonds for every 10 linear feet of fence.
2-1/4″ diamond (typically 11-1/2, 12 or 12-1/2 gauge wire) with approximately 38-1/2 diamonds for every 10 linear feet of fence.
2-3/8″ diamond (typically 11-1/2, 12 or 12-1/2 gauge wire) with approximately 37 diamonds for every 10 linear feet of fence.
Above: 2″ diamond chain link fence
Above: This large diamond chain link fence is typically called a 3-1/2″ x 5″ diamond.
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