Mild Steel Hinge Joint Stock Fencing C8/80/15, 80cm High, Class A Galvanised, 50m or 100m Roll

This C8/80/15 mild steel stock fencing is hinge joint netting for farmers, smallholders and fencing contractors who need to keep sheep, cattle and other livestock contained. It is the most commonly used mild steel stock fence, made in the UK and supplied on 50m or 100m rolls. The code tells you how it is built: C for the traditional woven hinge joint, 8 horizontal line wires, 80cm high, with vertical stay wires every 15cm. Mild steel does not need to be strained as tightly as high-tensile netting, and it follows gradual turns off intermediate posts, so it suits wandering boundaries, hedge-backed field lines and shorter runs.

Why it works

Mild steel that follows the fence line

Because mild steel netting does not need to be strained as tightly as high-tensile, the tensioning job is less demanding. You can also make gradual turns off intermediate posts rather than setting a straining post at every slight bend, which saves assemblies on a boundary with many turns. Backed by a hedge, it gives you a cost-effective barrier that is easy to install.

A hinge joint you can adapt

The hinge joint is the traditional woven joint for stock fencing. It is a cost-effective knot, and it can be cranked or turned out for special applications where a standard run will not quite fit.

Heavier wire at the edges, Class A coating

The top and bottom line wires are 3mm diameter; the intermediate line wires and vertical stays are 2.5mm. All wires have a tensile strength of 695-850 N/mm². The wire is galvanised to Class A under BS EN 10244-2. Coating mass and expected service life are not published for this line, so protect the coating during installation.

Where it's used

C8/80/15 is a general-purpose livestock fence. You will find it containing sheep, cattle and other livestock on farms and smallholdings, along forestry boundaries and around equestrian paddocks. It is a common choice for hedge-backed field boundaries, where the netting keeps stock in alongside the hedge. Its tolerance of turns makes it practical on irregular field edges and shorter runs between gateways.

Specifications

Choosing the right option

This listing offers one specification in two roll lengths. Choose 50m rolls for shorter runs and easier handling; at around 32kg, a 50m roll is the more manageable to move into position by hand. Choose 100m rolls for longer runs, where fewer joins means less time tying in.

Be clear about where mild steel fits. High-tensile netting has largely replaced mild steel for long, straight runs because it holds tension with fewer posts, so for a long straight boundary it is usually the better buy. Mild steel earns its place on shorter runs, turning runs and hedge-backed boundaries. Two strands of barbed wire or a single electric wire can be added along the top.

Installation, use & care

Fit a straining post at every end and at every major change of direction, each supported by a strut or box assembly. Gradual turns can be taken off intermediate posts. Tie the netting off on the straining posts by hand or with suitable joiners. When tensioning, reduce the crimp in the netting by about 50%. Do not drive staples tight against the wire, as this damages the galvanised coating. Add barbed or electric wire along the top if required.

FAQ

Can I take the fence round bends without a straining post?

Gradual turns can be made off intermediate posts, which is one of the main reasons to choose mild steel on a boundary with many turns. Every major change of direction still needs a straining post supported by a strut or box assembly.

Is it suitable for a long, straight boundary?

It will do the job, but high-tensile netting has largely replaced mild steel for long, straight runs because it holds tension with fewer posts. Mild steel is the better fit for shorter runs, turning runs and hedge-backed boundaries.

Can I add barbed or electric wire?

Yes. Two strands of barbed wire or a single electric wire can be added along the top of the netting. Make sure your posts and straining assemblies are set up for the extra wire before you add it.

Ordering & delivery

Priced per roll as listed. Delivery is to UK mainland addresses. Rolls are heavy, averaging 32kg for 50m and 64kg for 100m, so they travel on a pallet or by kerbside service; plan for help or handling equipment on arrival. Your lead time is confirmed at checkout or on your order confirmation.