Step 1: Define your buyer requirements

Write these down before you compare options:

1. Application and security level. Is it a general boundary, an industrial guard or a high-security perimeter?
2. Required opening size. Think about climb resistance, visibility and what must be kept in or out.
3. Fence height and run length. These determine the panel height, panel length and post height.
4. Environment. Outdoor exposure and corrosion conditions affect the material and surface treatment.
5. Topping and anti-tamper needs. Decide whether you need barbed or razor wire and anti-theft fixings.

Step 2: Compare the fence panel options

The Expanded Metal Panel Fence listing describes two main configurations.

Airport-type fence (high-security sites)

The listing describes this fence for high-security locations such as airports and military bases. Documented components and values:

Y-shape security fence (configurable)

The listing describes this fence as reinforced with V-shaped support arms, welded mesh panels or chain link fencing, safety fittings and hot-dip galvanized concertina razor mesh. The listed ranges are:

How to read these options

• Opening size. The airport-type fence lists smaller apertures (50x100mm and 60x120mm) than the Y-shape range (50x150mm to 55x200mm). If a smaller opening matters for your site, compare these values directly.
• Wire diameter. The airport-type panel is fixed at 5mm. The Y-shape fence lists 3mm-5mm, so you need to state the diameter you require.
• Height. Match the panel height and post height to your total fence height, including any topping.

The same listing also mentions double-wire fences for residential communities, industrial parks and farms, and chain link fences. Use those for basic isolation needs rather than high-security perimeters.

Step 3: Decide whether you need expanded metal sheet instead

Some buyers searching for an expanded metal security fence or expanded metal fence panels actually need cut-and-stretched sheet. The Expanded Metal listing includes fencing, machine guards and safety barriers among its common uses. Its documented selection points are:

• Pattern type: standard (raised), which has a textured, slip-resistant surface; flattened, which has a smooth finish for architectural uses; or micro-expanded, a fine mesh for filtration or screens.
• Material: carbon steel (affordable and strong), galvanized steel (rust-resistant for outdoor use), aluminum (light weight, corrosion-resistant) or stainless steel (for harsh environments).
• Opening and thickness: for stair treads and ladder rungs, the listing gives LWD 1.0-4.0 inches, SWD 0.25-1.50 inches and overall thickness 0.100-0.450 inches. Panel sizes are customized. These ranges are stated for treads and rungs, not for fencing, so confirm fence-specific values separately.
• Surface treatment: galvanized, powder coated, painting, etc.

Limitations from the listing: expanded metal has sharp edges, which need finishing in high-traffic areas. Its load capacity is also limited compared with solid metal.

Quick selection summary

When these recommendations do not apply

• If your specification requires a cut-and-stretched expanded metal mesh fence, the panel fence systems above are welded wire and will not meet it. Ask for expanded metal sheet with fence-specific dimensions instead.
• If you need openings, wire diameters or post sizes outside the listed values, confirm availability before ordering.
• This guide does not cover prices, lead times, certifications or compliance with any national standard. No confirmed material is available for these points, so request written confirmation for your market and project.

Before you buy expanded metal or fence systems

Send your application, fence height and length, required opening, wire diameter or sheet thickness, material, surface treatment and topping requirements to Anping County Ansheng Wire Meshes Product Co., Ltd. Ask for a written specification that confirms every value before you place an order.