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ACOUSTICAL CEILING

WIRE

& CEILING FASTENERS

Since 1989, Magnum has manufactured quality hanger wire for acoustical ceilings, offering ASTM Hot-Dip and Stainless Steel wire. Available in 8g, 9g, and 12g, Magnum wire can be cut to custom lengths and pre-tied to Magnum or customer-supplied fasteners with a certified 3-loop hospital tie. Magnum stocks 12g wire in lengths from 4.33 to 30 ft, available in 100-piece bundles or 50-pound options in 12 and 20 ft. Stainless steel wire is stocked in 12 and 20 ft lengths but can be cut to order. Contact us with questions and to obtain a quote.

Acoustical Ceiling Wire sold by the crate

PREPAID FREIGHT & LOCAL DELIVERY

12G PREPAID FREIGHT (20' LENGTH AND UNDER)

  • Mixed lengths prepaid in 2,500 lb increments.

  • Identical lengths prepaid in full crate quantities. 

  • Shipped in metal crates- flat, bowed or coiled depending on length.  

  • Longer wire is shipped under tension and may retain a bend. Release tension and store flat as soon as possible after receipt.

  • “Add-ons” such as dump carts, material carts, etc. can be shipped with wire. Size restrictions may apply. 

  • Custom pallets may be available at additional costs and lead times.  Contact us for details.

Straight Wire for drop ceiling

STANDARD STRAIGHT WIRE

Choose the appropriate straight wire based on job specifications and application. Different coating methods provide thicker or thinner layers of zinc measured in grams per meter². ASTM hot-dip galvanizing provides much better and more consistent corrosion resistance than electrogalvanization. ASTM hot-dip galvanizing adheres coating standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials. Stainless steel doesn’t require a coating due to its corrosion resistant properties, though it is also not as pliable as galvanized steel.

WAR

WAR is our abbreviation, and the start of our item code for zinc-coated galvanized steel ASTM hot-dip 85 grams/meter² straight wire. ASTM Hot-Dip galvanizing adheres coating standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials.

We've provided an example of our item code matrix below, to make ordering by telephone easier.  ASTM Hot-Dip is typically stocked and ready to ship in a variety of standard sizes.  See table beneath for Standard Straight Wire.

WIS

WIS is our abbreviation, and the start of our item code for stainless steel straight wire. Stainless steel does not require a coating due to its corrosion resistance properties, though it is also not as pliable as galvanized steel.

We've provided an example  of our item code matrix below, to make ordering by telephone easier.  Stainless steel is available in 12g only, and 12' and 20' lengths.  We do not consider stainless steel standard straight wire, so you will not see it listed in the table beneath.   Contact us for a quote.

Item Code
Wire Type
Wire Length (ft)
Bundle size
Bundle Weight (lb)
Full Crate Count (Bundles)
WAR12-12-50
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
12 ft
50 lb
60 bundles
WAR12-20-50
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
20 ft
50 lb
30 bundles
WAR12-413-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
4 ft Net
100 pc
150 bundles
WAR12-6-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
6 ft
100 pc
120 bundles
WAR12-8-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
8ft
100 pc
100 bundles
WAR12-10-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
10 ft
100 pc
70 bundles
WAR12-12-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
12 ft
100 pc
70 bundles
WAR12-20-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
20 ft
100 pc
30 bundles
WAR9-413-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
4 ft Net
100 pc
24 lb
100 bundles
WAR9-6-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
6 ft
100 pc
35 lb
70 pc
WAR9-8-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
8 ft
100 pc
47 lb
N/A**
WAR9-10-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
10 ft
100 pc
59 lb
N/A**
WAR9-12-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
12 ft
100 pc
70 lb
N/A**
WAR9-20-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 9g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
20 ft
100 pc
118 lb
N/A**
WAR8-4-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
4 ft
100 pc
27 lb
90 bundles
WAR8-6-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
6 ft
100 pc
41 lb
60 bundles
WAR8-8-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
8 ft
100 pc
55 lb
N/A**
WAR8-10-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
10 ft
100 pc
69 lb
N/A**
WAR8-12-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
12 ft
100 pc
82 lb
N/A**
WAR8-20-100
ASTM Hot-Dip 8g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating
20 ft
100 pc
137 lb
N/A**
Pretie, Pretied, Pre-tied ceiling wire with ceiling clips

STANDARD PRE-TIED WIRE

Pre-Tied Wire is standard straight wire that is pre-tied with a variety of acoustical ceiling fasteners. Pre-Tied Wire can be purchased with Magnum Eye Lag Screws, Ceiling Clips, or tied with customer supplied fasteners. All Magnum pre-ties are certified 3 loop hospital ties, defined as 3 complete loops within 1”. Pre-Tied Wire is sold in 100-piece bundles. Custom Double-Tied Wire is available in 200-piece bundles. For expedited delivery, we stock Standard Pre-Tied Wire in our most popular configurations.

12 gauge ceiling wire, pretied with clips

1"

1-1/4"

STOCKED AND PRE-ASSEMBLED HOT-DIP 12 GAUGE PRE-TIED WIRE

WIW

WIW is our abbreviation, and the start of our item code for zinc-coated galvanized steel ASTM hot-dip 85 grams/meter² straight wire that is pre-tied with either 1" or 1-1/4" Pin/Clips (as shown above. Hot-Dip galvanizing provides much better and more consistent corrosion resistance than electrogalvanization.  Pre-tied wire is a popular option among ceiling professionals.

We've provided an example  of our item code matrix below, to make ordering by telephone easier.  ASTM Hot-Dip is typically stocked and ready to ship in a variety of standard sizes.  See table beneath for Standard Pre-tied Straight Wire.

Item Code
Wire Type
Wire Length (ft)
Bundle size
Bundle Weight (lb)
Full Crate Count (Bundles)
WIW12-4-325
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS325 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
4ft
100 pc
16 lb
150 pc
WIW12-6-325
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS325 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
6ft
100 pc
21 lb
120 pc
WIW12-8-325
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS325 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
8ft
100 pc
27 lb
100 pc
WIW12-10-325
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS325 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
10ft
100 pc
33 lb
70 pc
WIW12-12-325
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS325 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
12ft
100 pc
39 lb
60 pc
WIW12-4-332
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS332 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
4ft
100 pc
16 lb
150 pc
WIW12-6-332
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS332 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
6ft
100 pc
21lb
120 pc
WIW12-8-332
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS332 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
8ft
100 pc
27 lb
100 pc
WIW12-10-332
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS332 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
10ft
100 pc
33 lb
70 pc
WIW12-12-332
Hot Dip 12g Straight Wire Galvanized Steel w/ Zinc Coating pre-tied w/ CLAS332 1" Powder Actuated Ceiling Clip w/ 1" Pin
12ft
100 pc
39 lb
60 pc
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