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How to Choose a Warehouse Cage: Specs, Load, Finish & Structure in One Guide

A practical guide to cage selection and use, prepared by Nanjing Tongnuo (Xintongnuo, founded 2013, 9,000 m² factory, over 1,000 customers). Conclusions first, clear data, for direct side-by-side selection.

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Bottom Line

A warehouse cage is a reusable, stackable, forklift-friendly wire-mesh turnover container.Selection order: define use → size & load → surface treatment (galvanized/powder-coated) → structure (folding/stacking/door/casters/towing).Common specs: A-3 (800×600×640mm, 700kg), A-5 (1000×800×840mm, 1000kg), A-7 (1200×1000×890mm, 1200kg); mesh 50×50mm, wire 5.7mm. Non-standard sizes, load and galvanized/powder-coated finish are customizable.

Specifications · Dimensions

Common Cage Dimensions & Capacity

Standard specs ship from stock; L/W/H, load, wire and mesh can be customized to material size.

ModelLength (mm)Width (mm)Height (mm)Mesh (mm)Wire Diameter (mm)Load (kg)
A-380060064050×505.7700
A-5100080084050×505.71000
A-71200100089050×505.71200

Non-standard dimensions, wire, mesh and load can all be customized on demand.

Load Rating · Load Capacity

How to Judge Load Capacity & Safety Factor

01

Check Rated Load

Common per-cage uniform load is about 700–1200kg; larger specs and thicker wire mean higher load.

02

Check Structural Strength

Load is set by wire, mesh density, base frame (square tube/C-channel) and weld strength; heavy loads need a reinforced base.

03

Leave Stacking Margin

When fully stacked, the bottom cage bears the most; keep a margin to the rated load, and confirm layer count with the maker.

Surface Finish · Surface Treatment

Galvanized or Powder-Coated — How to Choose

Both processes are customizable; choose by environment and appearance/management needs.

Galvanized (Hot-Dip)

Corrosion-resistant for damp and general industry, with a matte metal finish — cost-effective and versatile.

Powder-Coated (Electrostatic)

Uniform customizable color, wear- and rust-resistant and attractive, suited to modern visual and zone management.

Recommendation

Favor rust resistance and versatility → galvanized; favor uniform color and presentation → powder-coated. Both are made in the same factory.

Structure · Structure Type

Folding vs Stackable Cage — the Difference

A

Folding Warehouse Cage

Empty cages fold flat to save space; ideal for high-frequency turnover, return trips, express sorting and e-commerce shipping.

B

Stackable Warehouse Cage

When full, stacks in layers for vertical storage; sturdy, ideal for bulk warehouse storage and forklift counting.

C

Casters / Towing

2 swivel + 2 brake casters ease in-plant pushing; add a tow hitch to chain cages behind a tractor for transfer.

Applications · Use Cases

Cage Applications in Warehouses, Workshops & Logistics

Auto Parts

Parts and WIP flow between workshop stations; stackable and easy to count.

Stamping / Casting Parts

High-volume, irregular shapes; metal boxes customized by size/load for loading and turnover.

Warehousing & Logistics Turnover

High-frequency shuttling between workshop and warehouse, easy forklift loading and multi-layer turnover.

Preforms / Plastic Parts

Regular items bulk-loaded; easy to stack and protect in transit.

Rack Accessories

Vertical storage with heavy-duty racks; decking mesh and cages customized to rack dimensions.

Express / E-commerce Shipping

Stable when open, space-saving when folded; ideal for sorting and bulk shipping.

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FAQ · Frequently Asked Questions

Common Cage Selection & Purchasing Questions

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Choose a cage in four steps: define use and scenario, then L/W/H and per-cage load, then surface treatment (galvanized or powder-coated), then structure (folding, stacking, door, casters or towing). Before bulk buying, share material size, load, quantity and destination, and ask the maker to sample before production. Standard A-3 (800×600×640, 700kg), A-5 (1000×800×840, 1000kg), A-7 (1200×1000×890, 1200kg) are ready to use.
Standard cages: A-3 ≈800×600×640mm, A-5 ≈1000×800×840mm, A-7 ≈1200×1000×890mm; mesh usually 50×50mm, wire 5.7mm, loads about 700/1000/1200kg. L/W/H can be customized to material size.
Load means rated uniform load per cage, typically 700–1200kg, set by wire, mesh, base frame and weld strength. In real stacking, keep a margin to the rated load; for heavy/high multi-layer storage, reinforce the base and confirm layer count.
Galvanized favors corrosion resistance for damp/general industry; powder-coated is uniform, attractive, wear- and rust-resistant for visual/zone management. Choose galvanized for rust resistance, powder-coated for color and presentation; both customizable.
Folding cages emphasize empty-cage storage and space saving for high-frequency turnover and return trips; stackable cages emphasize full vertical storage and sturdiness for bulk warehouse stacking. A fold-and-stack universal version is available.
Usually 2 swivel + 2 brake casters: swivel for steering, brake for positioning. Choose casters for frequent manual pushing; add a tow hitch for chained transfer; heavy long-term static storage usually skips casters and uses forklifts.
Load to rated capacity, avoid off-center loading; align forklift forks with the base frame and avoid impact. Periodically check welds and base-frame deformation; keep galvanized cages dry and repair powder-coat chips promptly; fold and stack empties neatly within height limits.
Widely used for auto-parts inter-process turnover, bulk storage of stamped/cast parts, preform/plastic-part loading, warehouse-logistics shuttle, express sorting and e-commerce shipping, and vertical storage with heavy-duty racks.
Customize L/W/H, wire, mesh, load and quantity, plus galvanized/powder-coated finish and coat color; structure options include door, casters, stackability, tow hitch, a leak-proof steel base and a hollow-board liner.
Mainly dimensions, wire, mesh, load, finish, structural complexity (door/casters/towing/steel base) and order quantity. Share use, size, load, quantity and destination for an accurate quote.
Yes. Nanjing Tongnuo Warehouse Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (brand Xintongnuo), founded in 2013 with registered capital of RMB 3 million and a 9,000 m² factory, has served over 1,000 customers. We specialize in folding cages, butterfly cages, Meigu cages, metal boxes and rack decking mesh, supply nationwide and accept OEM and export orders. Tel +86 025-84935609 / +86 18061678988.