Product Introduction - Razor Wire

Files linked with clips, flat rolled panels, or welded mesh sheets—unlike traditional barbed wire, which is typically available only in plain or galvanized steel—razor wire is also manufactured from stainless steel to minimize rust-related corrosion. In some cases, the core wire may be galvanized while the blades are made of stainless steel. However, full stainless-steel variants are used in permanent installations, particularly in harsh climates or underwater environments.

Razor wire is also distinguished by the design of its barbs. While there are no official definitions, wires with short barbs typically measure 10–12 mm, medium barbs range from 20–22 mm, and long barbs extend from 60–66 mm.

Razor Wire Helical Type	Concertina Type	Razor Wire Flat Type	Razor Wire Welded Type

Since the late 1960s, razor tape has been commonly used in prisons and secured psychiatric hospitals, where the longer breach time for an unprepared escapee was considered a clear advantage. Until the development of reinforced razor tape in the early 1980s—particularly after the September 11 attacks—it was rarely deployed for military purposes or truly high-security installations, as it could be breached more easily than traditional barbed wire when the proper tools were available. Since then, some military forces have replaced barbed wire with razor tape in many applications, primarily because it offers the same effective coverage at a lighter weight and occupies significantly less space when stored on reels compared with barbed wire or reinforced razor tape.

In recent years, barbed wire has been increasingly used across security, commercial, and even residential areas. It is often employed primarily as a visual deterrent. Over time, barbed wire has been reinforced and upgraded, making it a more effective barrier to slow down intruders attempting to climb over.