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Complete Guide to Cable Ties
What are Cable Ties
Cable ties are a simple cable management solution used to bundle loose cables and route wiring neatly. They can also be used to secure items to panels or framework using the right mounting style.
Cable ties are available in a range of materials, colours, sizes and formats to suit domestic industrial and commercial installations.
Cable ties help reduce trip hazards and loose cable issues. They are quick to install and require minimal tools which makes them a practical everyday fixing.
Common cable tie styles
Which Cable Tie is best for my project
Cable ties may look straightforward but different designs change how they perform. The sections below explain common types and where they are best used.
Standard Cable Ties
- Made from UL94V-2 rated Nylon 66
- Weather resistant
- Low insertion force with tensile strength of 8kg
- For general cable management
- Available in colours for wire identification
Heavy Duty Cable Ties
- Tensile strength of 80kg
- Useful for automotive commercial transport horticultural and industrial settings
- Available in colours for wire identification
Screw Mounted Cable Ties
- Fixed using a screw or bolt
- Used for a permanent long term solution
- Secure and resistant to movement and vibration
- Useful in industrial medical and maritime settings
Stainless Steel Cable Ties
- Made from 316L grade non magnetic stainless steel
- Fireproof and UV resistant
- Operating temperature -60°C to +300°C
- RoHS and REACH compliant and halogen free
- For general cable management
Label Cable Ties
- UL94V-2 rating
- Useful for marking and identification
- Suitable for audio and electrical equipment cable management
- Available in two styles
Reusable Cable Ties
- Made from UL94V-2 rated Nylon 66
- Re-sealable for multiple uses
- Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C
- RoHS and REACH compliant and halogen free
- Useful for temporary fastening
Metal Detectable Cable Ties
- Made from UL approved Nylon 66 94V-2
- Contain detectable metal particles
- Suitable for food pharmaceutical and chemical processing
- Operating temperature 0°C to +85°C
Button Head Cable Ties
- Popular in automotive cable routing
- Minimum tensile strength 55kg
- UV resistant polyamide 6.6 construction
- Temperature range -40°C to +85°C
- Halogen and silicone free and UL 94 V-2 rated
Introducing our new Stainless Steel Cable Straps
We now stock PVC coated stainless steel cable straps for heavy duty cable management. They are useful within solar panel arrays for routing and grouping cables and can be used in domestic maritime and construction settings.
- Temperature range -40°C to +90°C
- 90kg pull force
- Stocked in lengths of 203mm to 304.8mm
- Max bundle diameter 50.8mm to 76.2mm depending on length
Introducing our new Crimp Lock Stainless Steel Cable Ties
Crimp lock cable ties are robust and designed for demanding applications. They are popular for solar panel management and construction due to their durable UV resistant PVC vinyl coating.
- Temperature range -40°C to 105°C
- Maximum tensile strength 560N
- Stocked in lengths of 102mm to 1118mm
- Max bundle diameter 24.1mm to 346.2mm depending on length
Need a size or material you cannot see
If you cannot find the cable tie style you need our team can help recommend the right option for your installation.
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