Fence posts
Fence posts: use fence run, maximum post spacing. Review the formula, worked example and calculation steps.
Inputs
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Formula & explanation
Posts = ceil(length/maximum spacing)+1
Variables & units
- Fence run
- m · minimum 0, maximum 1000000000000
- Maximum post spacing
- m · minimum 0.000001, maximum 1000000000000
Worked example
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Assumptions
One open straight run. Closed loops, corners, gates and foundation design need separate planning.
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Practice with an example
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