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Cable ties: practical, safe and comfortable

Plastic cable ties can be used for many purposes. Of course, they are suitable for bundling cables, mounting elements in the desired place, marking cables or for small repairs. Cable ties can be applied by hand, but the most convenient option, if you need to apply many cable ties at once, is to use special pliers, thanks to which the task is much easier and its execution takes less time. It should be remembered that most cable ties are, by definition, disposable products - even if you manage to remove the tied cable without damaging it, the ratchet mechanism may be strained and, consequently, cease to function properly - and thus prove unreliable in further use, which can have all sorts of negative consequences. Therefore, it is best to use the zip ties only once: It's not expensive, and it guarantees a durable and strong connection. The exception here, of course, are reusable cable ties; they are relatively more expensive, but they are equipped with a special lever that allows you to disengage the pawl and take the tie apart without damaging the teeth of the tie belt or the mechanism itself.

Choosing the right cable tie: quantity, length, thickness

Cable ties are usually sold in larger packages, several dozen or several hundred at a time. This is because, as mentioned above, they are usually disposable tools with a relatively low unit price. This solution also means that workshop supplies don't run out as quickly, and the overall cost is even lower. When choosing ties, you should be guided primarily by their intended use: if you need them to create wire harnesses, you should pay particular attention to the length of the cable ties (too short will prevent them from being fastened, while too long will be inconvenient to use). Thickness and strength are also important, because a tie that is too delicate can simply break under heavy load and this has nothing to do with a product defect, but only with the fact that it is not adapted to our needs. If you want to use zip ties to mark the wires, the most important thing to pay attention to is the color scheme: make sure it is legible under the lighting conditions in which it will be used. Also, the color scheme you choose should be consistent and obvious to all potential users. However, in the case of using the in a highly sunlit place, it is worthwhile to resort to products with the addition of special substances that ensure resistance to ultraviolet radiation (usually such zippers are black, but to be sure, this information should be checked - the confirmation of UV resistance according to the manufacturer's specifications should be written on the packaging).

As you can see, even with such a simple and inconspicuous item as a cable tie, manufacturers strive to offer a product that best meets the different needs of customers. This diversity is clearly visible in the rich offer of the Botland store - you will certainly find here ties that will prove to be reliable, comfortable to use and perfectly suitable for your needs.