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I've laced cables in the past. It takes a little longer but can look nicer if the cables are exposed. Also there's the advantage that it's easier to cut the lac
by rascul 4y ago
I've laced cables in the past. It takes a little longer but can look nicer if the cables are exposed. Also there's the advantage that it's easier to cut the lacing without damaging the cable insulation than it is a zip tie.
- waterproof 4y agoMy life has changed since I learned that reusable zip ties are a thing. They have a little lever you can press to release the cam. They cost more of course, but I’m never going back.
- kayodelycaon 4y agoIt's not worth the effort but you can reuse regular zip ties if you have a small flat-end screwdriver. :)
- iso1631 4y agoI much prefer velcro. If you do use zip ties don't cut the ends. If you do, make sure it's flush, had many many scratches over the years from non-flush cuts on plastic zipties.
- devenson 4y agoOr melt the sharp ends with a lighter to dull them.
- 83 4y agoOr buy the right tool for the job. Panduit zip tie guns are expensive, but once you experience the joy of having zip ties correctly tensioned and trimmed flush with no effort you'll never look back.
- arein3 4y agozip ties have often a sharp finish over the length of the zip tie and can cut trough insulation if there are vibrations
- iso1631 4y agoSetting off the halon
- kayodelycaon 4y agoWith a zip tie, use a pair of pliers. (I use a multitool.) Place them right behind the head, then pinch it on the sides and twist. It's important to grab the sides of the tie, not the top and bottom. The plastic will rip easily if you do it right. (This is also the recommended way to remove the tail end, it doesn't leave a razor sharp edge like scissors do.)
- ortusdux 4y agoZip tie guns are amazing. They pull to an adjustable tension and then cut off the tail. I ended up with a Panduit model that retails for $300, but harbor freight's $20 unit works very well.