Manufacture and material
Cable ties that you get today are made of polyamide and are injection molded. Liquid plastic is injected into the mold under high pressure. Why polyamide, of all materials, is used to make cable ties is explained quite simply. Polyamide fibers are particularly tear and abrasion resistant, as well as extremely elastic and stretchable. Polyamide has a very low moisture absorption and therefore dries particularly quickly. The cable ties are therefore very tear-resistant and hard-wearing both wet and dry. To ensure that hygroscopic substances remain durable for a long time, it is advisable to leave some water in the opened packaging. In many cases, manufacturers do the same. The standard material is resistant to +85°C.
Application of cable ties
Originally developed to fasten various cables and entire cable harnesses to each other or to other objects, cable ties are now used in many other applications, in the construction industry for temporary assembly, as a packing aid or in police practice for arresting people. Cable ties are indispensable in both the private and commercial sectors and are always a reliable helper. To use this correctly, here is a little tip. A good rule of thumb when tying cables together is to leave at least 2 fingers of air between the cable bundle and the cable tie, and don't pull it all the way tight. This way you can easily unclip cables you don't need or need to replace later due to damaged cables.
Can cable ties be opened again?
This question can be answered with a simple yes. Cable ties are supposed to be reliable and last a long time, but there is a little trick to reopen them. Cable ties are in most cases not intended to be reused and are often cut and disposed of after a single use, but in this day and age it is advisable to recycle cable ties. The cable tie can be reopened with a little effort and patience once you understand how the cable tie works. It is best not to engage in cable tie recycling if there is a risk of damaging the items being tied. The cable tie closes with a plastic nose that fits securely into the cable serrations. The serration is designed so that the nose moves forward when the end of the cable is pulled. However, there is no way back unless you use the right tools. The narrower the cable tie, the finer the tool must be to open it. For wide cable ties, a narrow flathead screwdriver can be used. Very narrow cable ties require a sewing or knitting needle. Here's how. To successfully open a cable tie, there is only one way. Here, the key to opening the cable tie is in the small plastic tab located in the fastener. You need to carefully lift this small plastic nose with a suitable tool. To do this, insert the tool under the plastic nose. Carefully lift the plastic nose of the cable tie while simultaneously pulling the end of the cable tie out of the tab. You have already opened the cable tie and can reuse it.