VELCRO® Brand Cable Ties vs Traditional Cable Ties: Which is Right for You?
When it comes to cable management, there are two core options available: VELCRO® Brand cable ties and traditional cable ties. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to choose the right one for your needs.
In this blog post, we’ll compare VELCRO® Brand cable ties and traditional cable ties in terms of reusability, strength, cable handling and applications. By the end, you’ll be able to make an informed decision about which type of cable tie is best for you.
Reusability
One of the main advantages that VELCRO® Brand ties offer over traditional plastic cable ties is their reusability. Thanks to the reusable nature of hook and loop fastenings, these cable ties can be opened and closed multiple times – in fact, the same tie can be used for multiple different purposes to accommodate your changing needs, making them incredibly versatile.
In comparison, traditional cable ties are designed to be single-use, since they cannot be reopened once closed. Instead, they must be cut in order to be removed, after which they are no longer fit for purpose.
Strength
Plastic is generally considered stronger than standard hook and loop. As such traditional cable ties are arguably stronger than hook and loop cable ties, perhaps making them better suited to holding heavier or tightly bundled cables.
That’s not to say, however, that VELCRO® Brand ties aren’t strong. Conversely, they are still perfectly capable at organising multiple cables without coming loose or losing their tensile integrity.
Cable Handling
Whilst cables feature a plastic coating to protect the delicate wires underneath, it’s still important that they are handled with care to avoid this coating from becoming damaged and exposing said wires.
Hook and loop ties are undoubtedly softer on cables compared to their plastic counterparts. This minimises the risk of abrasions occurring to cable coatings when held together, which is especially likely to happen when securing plastic cable ties too tightly.
Applications
Due to the strength they provide for heavy duty applications, traditional cable ties may still be preferred for more permanent cable installations and in areas where a high holding power is imperative.
As for VELCRO® Brand cable ties, these are preferable for managing cables where frequent access is required, as well as for use with sensitive cables or any cable where cable damage is a cause for concern. There are also fire retardant options available, which are highly suited to areas where there is greater risk of an electrical fire.
VELCRO® Brand Cable Tie Solutions
Are you ready to take your cable management to the next level? As you can see, VELCRO® Brand ONE-WRAPⓇ cable ties offer a reusable, strong and cable-friendly solution for all your cable management needs.
As premium VELCRO® Brand distributors, we supply the cable tie solutions you need. Shop our product range today. Alternatively, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us with any queries you may have.