Ring Fastening

Ring Fastening — Buying Guide

Ring fasteners are small but critical components in wire mesh fencing installations. Whether you’re attaching mesh panels to line wires, joining mesh rolls end-to-end, or securing netting to a frame, the right ring fastener provides a strong, neat, and durable connection that won’t fail under tension or animal pressure.

Types of Ring Fasteners

• Hog rings: C-shaped steel rings closed with a pair of hog ring pliers to create a tight, permanent loop joining two pieces of wire or mesh. Widely used in fencing, upholstery, and agricultural netting applications. Available in galvanised or stainless steel for corrosion resistance.
• Fence clips / wire clips: U-shaped or J-shaped clips that wrap around two wires to form a secure junction — often used to attach chain wire mesh to line wires or to the top and bottom rails
• Gripple fasteners: A modern wire tensioning and joining system that allows two wire ends to be joined quickly and tensioned without the need for traditional straining techniques. Available for plain wire and high-tensile wire applications.
• Ty-wire (tie wire): Soft galvanised wire used to hand-tie mesh to posts, rails, and line wires. A traditional, versatile fastening method used throughout rural and commercial fencing

Common Applications for Ring Fasteners

• Joining chain wire mesh panels at the top and bottom rails and line wires
• Attaching rural mesh (ring-lock, hinge joint) to star picket line posts
• Securing shade cloth, bird netting, and geofabric to frame structures
• Joining wire mesh rolls end-to-end to create continuous fence runs
• Attaching mesh to concrete or masonry structures where traditional stapling is not possible

Choosing the Right Ring Size

Ring fasteners are available in a range of sizes to suit different wire gauges. Always match the ring size to the combined wire gauge you’re joining — a ring that’s too large will provide a loose, insecure connection, while one that’s too small may not close properly. Refer to individual product listings for compatibility information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tool do I need to use hog rings?
Hog rings require a pair of hog ring pliers (also called hog ring tongs) to close them correctly. Standard pliers will not close hog rings properly and may result in weak or open joints. Hog ring pliers are an inexpensive and essential tool if you’re using hog rings for fencing or netting applications.

How many ring fasteners do I need for my fence?
The quantity needed depends on your fence length, post spacing, and attachment method. As a rough guide, allow 2–3 ring fasteners per metre of fence per wire strand being attached. Contact our team for a more precise estimate based on your specific project.

Order Ring Fastening Online — Australia-Wide Delivery

Discount Landscape Supplies stocks ring fastening products for rural, chain wire, and mesh fencing applications. Order online with fast dispatch to Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and all of Australia. Contact our team for advice on the right fastening system for your fencing project.