ASTM F1665-08(2022)

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Other Conforming Organic Polymer-Coated Steel Barbed Wire Used With Chain-Link Fence

ABSTRACT
This specification covers poly(vinyl chloride)(PVC) and other conforming organic polymer-coated steel barbed wire consisting of two polymer-coated strands, with four-point barbs of zinc-coated steel or aluminum alloy wire used with chain-link fence. PVC and other organic polymer coatings hereinafter will be designated as polymer coating. Barbed wire strand wire, produced from three classes of wire coatings, is covered as follows: class 1 - polymer coating extruded over zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire; class 2a - polymer coating extruded and adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire; and class 2b - polymer coating fused and adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire. Polymer-coated steel barbed wire is supplied in a choice of two types as follows: type I - standard, and type II - high security. Breaking strength of the stranded barbed wire shall be tested to meet the requirements prescribed. Adhesion test, accelerated aging test, and color test shall be made to meet the requirements prescribed.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers PVC and other conforming organic polymer-coated steel barbed wire consisting of two polymer-coated strands, with four-point barbs of zinc-coated steel or aluminum alloy wire. PVC and other organic polymer coatings hereinafter will be designated as polymer coating.  
1.2 Barbed wire strand wire, produced from three classes of wire coatings, is covered as follows:  
1.2.1 Class 1, consisting of a polymer coating extruded over zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire;  
1.2.2 Class 2a, consisting of a polymer coating extruded and adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire; and  
1.2.3 Class 2b, consisting of a polymer coating fused and adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire.  
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This 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.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Oct-2022
• ICS: 25.220.60 - Organic coatings
• ICS: 77.140.65 - Steel wire, wire ropes and link chains
• ICS: 91.090 - External structures
• Technical Committee: F14 - Fences
• Drafting Committee: F14.40 - Chain Link Fence and Wire Accessories

Relations

• Refers: ASTM A370-24 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2024
• Refers: ASTM A700-14(2019) - Standard Guide for Packaging, Marking, and Loading Methods for Steel Products for Shipment
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2019
• Refers: ASTM A370-19 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2019
• Refers: ASTM A370-17a - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2017
• Refers: ASTM A370-17 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2017
• Refers: ASTM A370-15 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2015
• Refers: ASTM A700-14 - Standard Guide for Packaging, Marking, and Loading Methods for Steel Products for Shipment
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2014
• Refers: ASTM F552-14 - Standard Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
• Effective Date: 15-Sep-2014
• Refers: ASTM A370-14 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-May-2014
• Refers: ASTM A370-13 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM F552-02(2013) - Standard Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2013
• Refers: ASTM F934-96(2013) - Standard Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated Chain Link Fence Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2013
• Refers: ASTM A370-12a - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-Oct-2012
• Refers: ASTM A370-12 - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-Mar-2012
• Refers: ASTM A370-11a - Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2011

Overview

ASTM F1665-08(2022) outlines the requirements for poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) and other organic polymer-coated steel barbed wire used with chain-link fences. Developed by ASTM International, this standard addresses the specification, classification, and testing of barbed wire strands coated with durable polymer materials. This specification ensures the wire's reliability, weather resistance, and enhanced security, making it suitable for a range of fencing applications.

The standard applies to barbed wire formed from two polymer-coated steel strands, featuring four-point barbs of either zinc-coated steel or aluminum alloy wire. It details three classes of wire coatings and two security types, accommodating both standard and high-security fencing needs. The document also covers essential testing methods, packaging, and performance characteristics, supporting quality assurance in diverse environments.

Key Topics

• Polymer Coatings: The standard specifies the use of PVC and other conforming organic polymers as protective coatings, referred to collectively as "polymer coating." These coatings improve resistance to corrosion and weathering, extending product lifespan.
• Wire Classes:
  • Class 1: Polymer coating extruded over metallic-coated (zinc, aluminum, or zinc-5% aluminum-mischmetal alloy) steel wire.
  • Class 2a: Extruded and adhered polymer coating over metallic-coated steel wire.
  • Class 2b: Fused and adhered polymer coating over metallic-coated steel wire.
• Types of Barbed Wire:
  • Type I (Standard): Barbs spaced 5 inches apart, suitable for general fencing.
  • Type II (High Security): Barbs spaced 3 inches apart, intended for higher security applications.
• Testing and Performance:
  • Minimum breaking strength for composite wire strands
  • Adhesion and accelerated aging tests for polymer coatings
  • Color, thickness, and other quality metrics
• Ordering and Inspection:
  • Details necessary order information (length, class, color, type, packaging)
  • Sampling and inspection protocols ensure compliance with performance standards

Applications

Polymer-coated steel barbed wire conforming to ASTM F1665-08(2022) is designed for use with chain-link fences across a wide range of environments. Common applications include:

• Security Fencing: Commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure sites requiring enhanced perimeter protection.
• Residential Boundaries: Durable, visually appealing containment for property lines.
• Institutional and Government Installations: Military bases, correctional facilities, and government properties benefit from high-security fencing options.
• Parks and Recreation Areas: Robust boundary solutions for public and private recreational spaces.

This specification supports consistent performance in various climates, offering improved corrosion resistance, extended service life, and customizable color options for aesthetic integration.

Related Standards

ASTM F1665-08(2022) references and is supported by several other standards, which contribute to testing, terminology, and material requirements, including:

• ASTM A90/A90M: Weight [Mass] of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
• ASTM A370: Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
• ASTM A428/A428M: Weight [Mass] of Coating on Aluminum-Coated Iron or Steel Articles
• ASTM F552: Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
• ASTM F934: Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated Chain Link Fence Materials
• Federal Standard No. 123, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-163: Packaging and marking for shipments and storage

Key keywords: polymer-coated barbed wire, PVC coated steel wire, chain-link fence, fencing materials, ASTM F1665-08(2022), security fencing, corrosion resistance, polymer coating specification.

Standards Content (Sample)

This 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.
Designation:F1665 −08 (Reapproved 2022)
Standard Specification for
Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Other Conforming Organic
Polymer-Coated Steel Barbed Wire Used With Chain-Link
Fence
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1665; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.1 This specification covers PVC and other conforming
A90/A90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on
organic polymer-coated steel barbed wire consisting of two
Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
polymer-coated strands, with four-point barbs of zinc-coated
A370 Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing
steel or aluminum alloy wire. PVC and other organic polymer
of Steel Products
coatings hereinafter will be designated as polymer coating.
A428/A428M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on
1.2 Barbed wire strand wire, produced from three classes of
Aluminum-Coated Iron or Steel Articles
wire coatings, is covered as follows:
A700 Guide for Packaging, Marking, and Loading Methods
for Steel Products for Shipment
1.2.1 Class 1, consisting of a polymer coating extruded over
zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 % aluminum- D1499 Practice for Filtered Open-Flame Carbon-Arc Expo-
sures of Plastics
mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire;
F552 Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
1.2.2 Class 2a, consisting of a polymer coating extruded
F934 Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated
and adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 %
Chain Link Fence Materials
aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire; and
G152 Practice for Operating Open Flame Carbon Arc Light
1.2.3 Class 2b, consisting of a polymer coating fused and
Apparatus for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
adhered to zinc-coated or aluminum-coated or zinc-5 %
G153 Practice for Operating Enclosed Carbon Arc Light
aluminum-mischmetal alloy-coated steel wire.
Apparatus for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
2.2 Federal Standard:
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for Fed. Std. No. 123 Marking for Shipments (Civil Agencies)
2.3 Military Standards:
information only.
MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
MIL-STD-163 Steel Mill Products, Preparation for Ship-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
ment and Storage
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
3. Terminology
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of terms such as fabric
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
(chain-link fence), PVC, and polymer coating, see Terminol-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ogy F552.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
4. Classification
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
4.1 Polymer-coated steel barbed wire is supplied in a choice
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
of two types as follows:
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F14 on Fences contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F14.40 on Chain Link Fence and Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Wire Accessories. the ASTM website.
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2022. Published November 2022. Originally Available from Standardization Documents Order Desk, DODSSP, Bldg. 4,
approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2018 as F1665 – 08(2018). Section D, 700 Robbins Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-5098, http://
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4.1.1 Type I (Standard), with barbs spaced on 5-in. (127- 7. Manufacture
mm) centers; and
7.1 Class 1 polymer-coated wire shall have the coating
4.1.2 Type II (High Security), with barbs spaced on 3-in.
extrudedontothestrandwirethatconformstotherequirements
(76-mm) centers.
as given in Table 1.
7.2 Class 2a polymer-coated wire shall have the coating
5. Ordering Information
extruded and adhered to the strand wire that conforms to the
5.1 Orders for barbed wire purchased in accordance with requirements as given in Table 1.
this specification shall include the following information:
7.3 Class 2b polymer-coated wire shall have the coating
5.1.1 Quantity (expressed in number of spools);
fused and adhered to the strand wire that conforms to the
5.1.2 Length of spools (1320 or 1000 ft (402 or 305 m); see
requirements as given in Table 1.
9.4);
8. Size and Construction
5.1.3 Class of a polymer coating to be applied to metallic-
coated steel strand wire;
8.1 All barbed wire furnished in accordance with this
5.1.4 Color of coating; specification shall be fabricated from two strands of 14 gage,
0.080-in. (2.03-mm) metallic-coated core, polymer-coated
5.1.5 Typeofbarbs(galvanizedsteeloraluminumalloy;see
steel wire, with four-point barbs of 14 gage, 0.080-in. zinc-
6.3);
coated steel or aluminum alloy wire.
5.1.6 Type of barbed wire (Type I or II; see 4.1.1 and 4.1.2);
5.1.7 Selectionoftypeofmetalliccoatingonthesteelstrand
9. Size and Permissible Variations
wire substrate, which shall be the choice of the producer unless
9.1 Line Wire—The permissible variation from the nominal
otherwise specified;
diameter of the wire shall be 60.004 in. (0.10 mm).
5.1.8 Packaging requirements;
9.2 Barbs—Due to the mechanics of the manufacture when
5.1.9 ASTM designation and year of issue; and
forming the barbs, a certain amount of out-of-roundness can be
5.1.10 Certification, if required;
expected, and this precludes barbs from being subjected to
5.2 Any tests required other than those covered specifically
checks for other than nominal diameter and length. Measured
in this specification must be stipulated by the purchaser in the
from the center of the two strand wires, the barb length shall be
order or contract.
⁄8 in. (9.5 mm), minimum.
5.3 All spools of barbed wire accepted by the purchaser 9.3 Spacing of Barbs—Barbs shall be spaced as indicated in
shall be billed on the basis of the number and original length. 4.1.1 or 4.1.2. The individual barb spacing shall be measured
from the edge of one barb at the strand to the corresponding
NOTE 1—A typical ordering description is as follows: 20 spools
edgeoftheadjacentbarb.Cumulativespacingisestablishedby
polymer-coated steel barbed wire, 1000-ft (305-m) spools, Class 2b
counting the total number of barbs in a 25-ft (7.6-m) length of
coating, olive green color, aluminum alloy barbs, Type II (high security),
barbed wire. Barbs are subject to relocation during fabrication
on pallets, certified this specification.
and handling; therefore, a rigid interpretation of the spacing
6. Materials requirement may lead to undue rejections. Any sample with
93.5 % of the individual barb spacings conforming to the
6.1 Base Metal—The base metal shall be steel of such
specifiedspacing(6 ⁄4in.(19mm))andcontainingaminimum
quality and purity that, when drawn to the size of wire
of 55 barbs (5-in. (127-mm) spacing) or a minimum of 86
specified, it shall be of uniform quality and have properties and
barbs (3-in. (76-mm) spacing) in 25 ft shall be considered
characteristics as prescribed in this specification.
acceptable.
6.2 Wire used for the manufacture of strand wire shall meet
9.4 The length of barbed wire in each spool shall be 80 rods
the requirements of this specification. The polymer coating
(402 m). This is equivalent to one-quarter mile, or 1320 ft. At
shall be formulated and produced properly to conform to the
the option of the manufacturer, 1000-ft (305-m) spools may be
requirements of this specification.
offered.
6.3 Materials for Barbs:
10. Joints and Workmanship
6.3.1 Zinc-Coated Steel Wire, if used for the barbs, shall be
10.1 Splicing of individual wires by means of a wrap joint
14 gage, 0.080 in. (2.03 mm), having a Class 3 zinc coating,
or an electric butt weld is permitted. Not more than three
minimum 0.70 oz/ft (215 g/m) when tested in accordance with
Test Method A90/A90M.
6.3.2 AluminumAlloy Wire, if used for the barbs, shall be 14
TABLE 1 Weight of Strand Wire Metallic Coatings
gage, 0.080 in. (2.03 mm), Alloy 5000-H38, 6061-T94, or
Minimum Weight of
equal, as agreed upon between the manufacturer and the
Specified Core Minimum Weight of Minimum Weight of Zinc-5 %
Diameter of Strand Zinc Coating, oz/ft Aluminum Coating, Aluminum-
purchaser at the time of purchase.
2 2
Wire, in. (mm) (g/m) oz/ft (g ⁄m ) Mischmetal
6.3.3 The choice of either zinc-coated steel wire or alumi-
Coating, oz/ft (g/m)
num alloy wire for the barbs shall be that of the manufacturer,
0.080 (2.03) 0.25 (75) 0.20 (61) 0.25 (75)
unless otherwise specified by the purchaser.
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splices or joints shall exist in any spool of barbed wire. Such standard colors contained in Specification F934: green, olive
splices or joints shall be made in a workmanlike manner. green, brown, and black.
10.2 The strands shall be twisted with a uniform length of
14. Thickness of Polymer Coating
lay. The direction of twisting may be either right or left hand.
14.1 The thickness of the polymer coating shall be in
Alternate left and right hand twisting is not permit
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