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#18 Gauge Backstop Nets
This is the lightest possible option that is available when it comes to baseball backstop netting. That said, it is still designed to withstand 194lbs and has a mesh squared of 1-3/4”. This baseball backstop safety netting has a lifespan of around 3 years.

#21 Gauge Backstop Nets
This is the most common baseball backstop safety netting for batting cages. Not recommended for commercial facilities, it is ideal as a divider or backstop net with a 1-3/4” mesh squared. With a breaking strength of 237 lbs., the cage can last for up to 5 years when moderately used and can have a lifespan of up to 7 years as baseball backstop safety netting.

#24 Gauge Backstop Nets
This baseball backstop safety netting is considered to be the in between option and is also not recommended for commercial facilities. That said, it is excellent as a divided or backstop net. This net is for those who are looking for a slightly stronger net as compared to the previous version. The netting has an average breaking strength of up to 295lbs and has a lifespan of up to 7 years.

#36 Gauge Backstop Nets
This is the most popular batting cage net and is being used by many MLB Teams, little leagues, indoor facilities and colleges. This is an exceptional baseball backstop safety net with a mesh size of 1-3/4” squared. It has a breaking strength of 345lbs and can last for up to 8 years.

#42 Gauge Backstop Nets
Many MLB teams use this for their cages. The net is only around ¾” thick and has a breaking strength of around 485lbs. These are ideal as backstop nets and can last for more than 10 years.

#48 Gauge Backstop Nets
As far as baseball backstop safety netting goes, the #48 gauge backstop net is the perfect choice for batting cages. They are also a smart choice for divider nets or as impact netting as well. The versatile design of these nets makes sure they can go the distance. With proper use & maintenance, the average life span of the

#48 gauge backstop net is 12+ years.
Other baseball backstop safety netting that is available at Nets of America includes gauges #60, #72 and #96. These nets can be described as overkill as far as baseball backstop nets go. However, they deliver superb results and are the go-to choice for those who are looking to keep spectators safe during a baseball game.