Cable ties are small tools that are used for proper cable management in both commercial as well as industrial sectors. But, do not go by their size, though they are tiny yet they are indispensible for getting better performance and security, especially from the wires and cables used for electronic devices. These are used by exclusively by electricians, installers, technicians, OEM's, Do-it-Yourselfers (DIY), hobbyists, sportsmen and many others.
Akin to cable ties are
zip ties (which are sometimes used to mean each other) that are becoming very popular in the commercial sectors for that extra security and efficient locking systems. In this article, we would talk about the many different types of cable ties and how you can make the best from them.
Standard Nylon Cable Ties
The standard cables come in a wide variety of options that range from 18 LB tensile strength to 175 LB tensile strength. Generally these standard varieties are available in lengths from 3" to 48" providing potential bundle diameter ranges from 1/16" to 15". Additionally, these ties are available in either standard natural nylon 6/6 material or sun and weather resistant UV Black nylon 6/6 material.
Mounting Nylon Cable Ties
These ties can be mounted on walls, and other floors. They come in different varieties from push button to anchor types. These are generally available in lengths from 6" to 15.6" providing available bundle diameters from 1/16" to 4.75". You can find both mounting head screw-on cable/ zip ties in both natural color nylon 6/6 material as well as UV black color nylon 6/6 material for outdoor applications. The black colored ones are ideal for sing outdoors, as they are sun and weather resistant. To make the best of these ties it is necessary that you get the right cable tie mounting bases.
Air Handling Cable Ties
As the name imply, these types of ties are usually designed for use in air handling spaces e.g. above drop ceilings and below raised flooring. They are manufactured specially for areas where the ties must exhibit low smoke generation, low heat release and yet offer the required mechanical strength qualities. These
cable ties usually come in nylon 6/6 material and come in different colors for easy identification. Colored / Fluorescent Cable Ties are available in all the varieties, as they help in better identification and also add variety. You can get all these varieties of cable/zip ties today from the internet. Other fasteners you can get via the online source are plastic clamps,
wire nuts and heat shrink terminals. This ensures your get the best and the best possible deals.
Beaded Nylon Cable Ties
These are mostly used in commercial areas for safe locking systems and for that added security. They are also used to lock luggage after checking specially in airports.
