A chain-link fence (also referred to as wire netting, wire-mesh fence, chain-wire fence, cyclone fence, hurricane fence, or

diamond-mesh fence) is a type of woven fence usually made from galvanized or LLDPE-coated steel wire. The wires run vertically and

are bent into a zig-zag pattern so that each "zig" hooks with the wire immediately on one side and each "zag" with the wire

immediately on the other. This forms the characteristic diamond pattern seen in this type of fence.
Common heights include 3 ft, 3 ft 6 in, 4 ft, 5 ft, 6 ft, 7 ft, 8 ft, 10 ft, and 12 ft, though almost any height is possible.

Common mesh gauges are 9, 11, and 11.5. Mesh length can also vary based on need, with the standard mesh length being 2". For tennis

courts and ball parks the most popular height is 10 ft, and tennis courts use a mesh length of 1.75".[2]

The popularity of chain-link fence is due to its relatively low cost and ease of installation. A further advantage is that due to

the open weave, chain-link fences are transparent, and do not obscure sunlight from either side of the fence. One can make a chain

-link fence semi-opaque by inserting slats into the mesh.