What is Razor Wire and is it Legal?

You can use razor wire only by itself or most popularly place and attach it on a fence system. Is razor wire effective? The multiple blades of a razor-wire fence are designed to make deep cuts to people who try to climb on so it has an effective psychological deterrent.

So what is a razor-wire fence used for? The use of razor-wire started in the late 1960s in prisons and mental hospitals. As it is more deterrent, it started to replace the barbed wire. It is commonly used at military installations and other types of governmental facilities. Today razor-wire is also vastly preferred by residents. The main application places are:

• Military installations,
• Other governmental buildings,
• Industrial facilities (factories and storage areas),
• Airports,
• Residents ( Villas, detached houses, etc.)

There are so many different areas and purposes for razor-wire use. Different purposes create different types of wires which we will see below.

The Types of Razor-Wire

The types of razor-wire fences change according to some parameters which are the shape, raw material, structure, and coil type.

• Raw Material

According to the material, the types of razor-wires are galvanized, PVC coated, and stainless steel, unlike barbed-wire which is available only as plain steel and galvanized. Stainless steel is a good material because it is used to reduce corrosion from rusting. On the other hand, PVC coated wire mesh fencing has also very good corrosion resistance because it is highly resistant to water and moisture.

• Shape

Razor-wire is also characterized according to the shape of the barbs which are:

• Short barb (has barbs from 10mm-12mm long)
• Medium barb (20-22 mm)
• Long barb (60-66mm)

This is not an official categorization, but these are the main types according to shape.

• Structure

When it comes to the structure, the types and the definitions are getting complicated. We should know that there isn't a general acceptance of the types throughout the world. The structures are mainly the same but naming varies according to country. But, there are mainly 5 types according to the structure which are:

• Straight razors,
• Spiral (helical) coils,
• Concertina (clipped) coils,
• Flat wrapped,
• Welded mesh panels.

The types mainly change according to the purposes. You can choose different products and different types that fit your needs. On the other hand, weather conditions are important for the types of razors. If you are in a rainy place, you should choose PVC coated or stainless steel. You should not forget that razor wires are so sharp and may give harm to people easily. So is razor wire legal? Now we will talk about this.

It is illegal to use razor wire?

The use of razor wire is not prohibited. There is no legal obligation in most countries regarding this issue. Therefore, it is legal to use razor wire and can be used in any area that requires security.

Razor wire is so common and its usage of increases day by day. There is a big wonder among our customers about the legislative situation of razor-wire because of it2s dangerous nature. So is razor-wire illegal? The answer is mainly no. Because some countries forbid the use of razor-wire, but there is no legal restriction about it in most of the countries. For example, Norway has restrictions about any type of barbed or razor wire except in combination with other types of fencing, to protect animals from possible injuries. Generally, the restrictions are abouprotectingct wildlife and nature.

So as a result, there are no legal restrictions about the use of razor-wire. Of course, there may be some different decisions from some regional administrations. It would be better to check all the legislation before using razor-wire. And, of course, in order not to harm any innocent living form, we should take the necessary precautions while using it.

Saglam Fence company is in the fence market for so many years and has so many years of experience. You can contact us at any time for any kind of questions and assistance.

Is razor wire the same as barbed wire?

Razor wire and barbed wire are different products. While making barbed wire, there are barbed wires at certain intervals on the planar wire. In other words, the barbed wire is formed by adding barbs at certain intervals on the wire in the form of a rope. Razor wire, on the other hand, consists of sharp razors along a planar wire. These sharp razors cover every part of the wire. Compared to barbed wire, razor wire has a more deterrent feature. Because they have more precise blades.

Do prisons use razor wire?

Yes, razor wire, which has a deterrent feature, is often used to prevent escaping from prisons. You can use razor wire in any area you want to secure.

Which one to Choose Razor Wire or Barbed Wire?

Razor wire and barbed wire are two common security elements all around the world to protect boundaries from human or animal crossing. Barbed and razor wire are serving for the same purpose but they have some different features. They both have some positive and negative ways against each other and it is a common comparison that the users wonder about.  At Saglam Fence Company, we will give you useful information about them. What is the razor wire fence and where is it used? What are barbed wire and installation areas? Which one is more suitable for where? You will have valuable information about these questions when you read this article.

When we compare the frequency of use, barbed wire is the winner by far. The main reasons for this winning are:

• Barbed wire is cheaper than the razor,
• If the security issues are not so important,
• For only impressing boundaries barbed is practical.

Barbed wire has a low level of deterrence when compared with the razor. So, this will make razor wire more useful for high-security and no-trespassing required places or facilities.

The Differences Between the Barbed Wire and Razor Wire

We can categorize the differences into two groups; the purpose and the cost. According to these aspects, both razor and barbed have superior ways on the other. Here are the main differences:

• The edges of the razor wire are so sharp that in case of a possible passing, razor-like edges can rip and snag the clothes and flesh of the intruder. So it is so hard for a person to pass razors without help from another person or a special tool.
• The barbed wire doesn't cut the flesh, only makes scratches on it. So an intruder can easily pass this, but although it is low, barbed has a deterrence effect.
• Razor wire is more durable than barbed wire. Weather conditions and some other external effects can't harm or wear off the razor easily. Barbed is also durable but not as much az razor.
• Razor has a more frightening appearance than the barbed wire which increases the deterrence effect.
• Installation of razor wire is harder because of the professional assistance about the sharp barbs which is not easy to bend around. Barbwire is way a lot easier because just fences, wire, and staples are enough to establish.
• The maintenance of the barbwire is easier because the fence doesn't wear out easily if the establishment is done right. But the razor has a bigger amount of strain, so it is harder for fixing and maintenance.
• As the razor is more professional and uses higher quality material, the cost is bigger than the barbed wire.

These are the main differences between them.

Where to Use Razor Wire?

As we mentioned, razor wire is the right choice for high-security places. Country borders and military zones are ideal for the razor. Both for preventing unauthorized entries and deterrence, razor wire is effective.

On the other hand, individual use at residences or estates is also possible and effective. There may be some restrictions in some countries or regions but most of the countries don't forbid the use of it. 

Where to Use Barbed Wire?

On the other hand, barbed wire is ideal for schools, estates, fields, and residential areas. The most well-known use of barbed wire is around the plantation or the fields to prevent the livestock from entering. Barbed wire is cheaper and gives less harm to trespassers. If it is needed, borders of school or collective housing are cheaply and ideally surrounded by barbed wire.

In a conclusion, if the security is a high-level razor, and if it is medium or low barbed wire is more logical.

Which one is Cheaper Razor or Barbed?

As we also mentioned about the cost, razor wire is more expensive than barbed wire. Barbed wire is cheaper even when we compare their prices per unit. Razor is more expensive because the raw material has more quality and the laboring is more complicated. It is riskier and harder to establish.

How to install razor wire?

As we all know, razor wire is a kind of sharp razor wire fence that is used for security purposes and can be mounted on existing wire mesh fences or panel fences.

As you can see from its name, it is very sharp and can cause serious damage to the human body with its blades. Therefore, it is used especially in areas where we want to keep security at a high level, such as banks, military areas, home gardens.

Razor wires are very advantageous. Because it is reinforced with stainless steel material used in manufacturing and can be used for many years.

In addition, razor barbed wire is a way to secure our lives and make us feel safer.

So how to install razor wires? The answer to this question is quite simple.

Barbed wires can be easily mounted on existing wire mesh fences or panel fences. Razor wires are attached with metal clips. Of course, before starting this process, it is necessary to calculate the total length of razor wires. Accordingly, cutting is done and the measurement is taken.

Barbed wires that can be mounted on wire mesh fences with clips used in the installation, i.e. clips, are also fixed by welding.

If you want sharp wires to be more useful and effective, you can place brackets on your existing hedges. When these braces are combined with razor wires, they have an effect that prevents climbing completely.

Steps of Razor wire fence installation

• First of all, wire mesh fences or metal fences are installed.
• Then razor wire brackets are mounted on the fence.
• Then parallel razor wires are mounted on the fences.
• Finally, the coiling razor wires are mounted on the fence with the help of clips and welding.

It is a product that is quite durable and 100% protected against external damages.

As we mentioned above, barbed wires have a great advantage. Razor wires do not rust as they are made with a hot-dip galvanized coating. Also, since it is produced in special manufacturing machines, its blades always remain sharp.

It is a wonderful technology wonder product used to prevent and deter the thief who wants to enter your home, the thief who wants to rob the bank, and foreigners who want to enter military areas.

The barbed wire with its beautiful and sharp blades and strong core wire has good deterrent effects, it offers an effective solution to the user with its beautiful appearance, easy installation, economic and practical features.

Uses: Barbed wires are widely used in apartments, organizational units, prisons, border fences, military camps, and other areas that require serious security.

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