RS PRO Cable Tie, 143mm x 1.8 mm, White Nylon, Pk-500

Designed to show at a glance if tampering has occurred, yet in an emergency situation break away as required.

Suitable for a multitude of uses including binding components or cable
Easy to thread
Manufactured from Nylon 66 material
Available in natural 479-588 and white 479-594
Fire rating: UL94V-2

Cable ties are used as a type of fastener, for holding items together, primarily electrical cable or wire. Cable ties are cheap, easy to use and strong and because of this they can be found in many different industries for various uses:
• Automotive industry
• Transportation
• Aerospace Industry
• Oil and Gas industry
• Cable management
• Home/DIY
• Garden

Cable ties typically come in two varieties which are single-use and reusable. It is possible to undo a single-use cable tie without having to cut it open so it can be used again. When trying to undo a traditional cable tie, it can be quite simple. Just stick a pin or something small in the locking mechanism, press down and slide it out.

But bear in mind that single-use cable ties are designed for that purpose, so even though it’s possible to technically undo them and use them again, the plastic teeth can wear down the more they’re undone and re-tied. Also, manipulating the locking mechanism can damage it, meaning the tie develops a looser grip over time – so refrain from using old ones to tie anything that needs to be really secure.

There are many different types of cable tie, including heavy-duty metal ties, plastic ties, and Velcro cable ties in the form of a Velcro strap. Below are some of the main types:
• Standard
• Releasable
• Mounted head
• Push mount
• Self-adhesive
• Double-headed
• Stainless steel
• Reusable