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Cable Ties are available in a variety of materials ranging from polyamides (nylon) to fluoro polymers

Polyamide 6.6 (Nylon 6.6) - General Purpose, Heat Stabilized, UV Resistant

Polyamide 6.6 features light weight, high strength and a wide temperature range. Polyamide 6.6 is hygroscopic, and therefore, absorbs or releases moisture depending on its environment. Thus, the moisture level of the material will affect tensile strength, stiffness and elongation of the product. Polyamide 6.6 offers the increased flexibility, heat resistance and UV resistance of the high impact material with the added feature of greater resistance to vibration, heat and sunlight for mobile applications.

Heat stabilized Polyamide 6.6 (Nylon 6.6) is used in continuous or extended exposure to high temperatures (up to 250°F). A general-purpose nylon will have a reduction in physical properties and fatigue as a result of high temperatures. Nylon cable ties containing specially formulated heat stabilizers provide additional thermal endurance. Heat stabilized nylons are engineered for continuous exposure to temperatures above 185°F which meet UL standards for electrical applications.

Products Using This Material: Polyamide 6.6 cable Tie, Nylon cable Tie, Nylon 6.6 cable Tie, Cable Clamp, Cable Mount, Cable Clip, Black Nylon Cable Ties.

Polyamide 4.6

Polyamide 4.6, like polyamide 6.6, offers light weight and high strength benefits, but offers an even wider temperature range. This material can be used at a higher continuous operating temperature than polyamide 6.6 - heat stabilized. In addition to having excellent heat resistance, polyamide 4.6 has low creep effects and retention of stiffness at elevated temperatures.

Products Using This Material: Polyamide cable Tie, cable Tie, Cable Clamp, Cable Mount, Cable Clip

Polypropylene

Polypropylene is used in environments where chemical effects on polyamide are a concern. It is not affected by inorganic acids (hydrochloric), polyhydric alcohols (ethylene glycol), neutral salts (sodium chloride) and basic salt (sodium bicarbonate). Polypropylene also resists a number of other chemicals with good results, although it has lower tensile strength than polyamide 6.6. Polypropylene has good UV resistance.

Keep cables and small tools organized and in good shape with our polypropylene cable ties, which are available in black for chemical resistance in outdoor applications that are unsuitable for nylon and that do not require high loop tensile strengths.

Products Using This Material: Polypropylene cable Tie, Cable Tie.

Tefzel Fluoropolymer

Although about two-thirds the strength of polyamide 6.6, Tefzel is resistant to a wide range of chemicals, such as concentrated hydrofluoric and sulfuric acids. It is also a low water absorbing material, therefore, is not adversely affected by water. Tefzel is radiation resistant up to 200 megarads and meets the fire and smoke requirements of IEEE 383. Tefzel also withstands high temperatures and ultraviolet light exposure. Tefzel cable ties are ideal for applications requiring resistance to environmental stresses such as chemical attack, gamma radiation, ultraviolet radiation and extreme temperatures. Tefzel has a U.L. Flammability rating of UL94V-0. Tefzel ties have a distinctive aqua blue color.

Products Using This Material: Tefzel Fluoro polymer Cable Ties, Cable Tie.

Halar Fluoropolymer

Halar fluoropolymer cable ties meet NEC recommendations for bundling qualified cable without conduit in plenum spaces. Halar fluoropolymer cable ties have a low smoke density rating and excellent flammability rating (U.L. 94V-0).

Other industry applications include nuclear plants, chemical environments, telecommunications equipment, aerospace, and high & low temperature environments. Our high quality Halar cable ties have a distinctive maroon color.

Products Using This Material: Halar Fluoropolymer Cable Ties.

Polyacetal

Polyacetal has excellent dielectric properties, UV and chemical resistance, and a UL94-HB flame rating. It has been tested for excellent weather ability against moisture, sunlight, and other environmental conditions.

Products Using This Material: Cable Clamp, Cable Mount, Cable Clip.

Polyetheretherketone – PEEK

This material is an excellent choice for high temperature environments. It also has excellent chemical resistance and is resistant to abrasion. PEEK material has a relatively high tensile strength and it has the ability to retain its tensile strength when continuously conditioned in water at elevated temperatures and pressures. High Temperature Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) PEEK Cable Ties, PEEK Cable Ties.

Products Using This Material: PEEK Cable Ties, cable Tie, Cable Clamp, Cable Mount, Cable Clip.

Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (TPV)

TPV is a durable rubber material that is chemical and abrasion resistant and remains flexible at low temperatures.

Products Using This Material: Cable Clamp, Cable Mount, Cable Clip.

Polyethylene

Polyethylene is a corrosion resistant material that has higher impact strength, and a higher operating temperature. It has excellent tensile strength, energy absorption, abrasion resistance and resistance to stress cracks.

Products Using This Material: Grip Tie, Nail Clip, Cable Wrap.

Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel 316

Grade 304 / Grade 316 is commonly used for stainless steel bundling applications and suits most general purpose requirements. It features the ability to withstand most environmental conditions, particularly in applications where vibration, general weathering, radiation and temperature extremes are a concern.

Products Using This Material: Stainless Steel Tie, Nail Clip, Stainless Steel Zip Ties.

Product Description

3M™ Cable Ties are molded from 6/6 Nylon and are available in a variety of sizes, styles and colors including weather resistant black for outdoor use.

Agency Listings

Products with the UR symbol noted in the Typical Data section meets UL Standard 1565 for Wire Positioning Devices. UL File #E116841.

Applications

3M™ Cable Ties are used to secure wire bundles and harness components quickly. The flexible design allows the user to slip ties easily under and around cables and harnesses. The bend of the tail makes it is easier to grasp position and insert into the head.

3M™ Cable Ties can be used with most standard tensioning/cutoff tools for fast production line fastening.

Open Specification

All Ties must be UL Recognized and tested to UL Standard 1565 for Wire Positioning Devices.

Closed Specification

Product must be 3M Cable Ties, UL Recognized and tested to UL Standard 1565 for Wire Positioning Devices. UL File Number E116841.

Specialty Ties

Low Profile Ties – Low profile Cable Ties feature a streamlined head for space and snag reduction.
Mounting Ties – Features a mounting hole that allows the bundle to be attached to a surface with a screw.
Identification Ties – Allows the user to tie and identify bundles of cable in one operation. The tag area on the surface may either be imprinted or written on with a marking pen.
Stainless Steel Ties – Manufactured with 316 Stainless Steel designed for use in extreme environments where weather, salt, or excessive vibration exists.
Releasable Ties – Ties remain securely locked until intentionally released for wire removal or additions using the finger catch.

Accessories

Cable Tie Mounting Bases:
3M™ Cable Tie Bases are molded from 6/6 nylon and ABS available in natural or weather-resistant black material.

They are also available in different sizes and mounting abilities. The self-adhesive style is for simple lightweight mounting of wire bundles while the saddle design screw mount is designed for maximum weight and stability.

What are RoHS and WEEE?

RoHS/WEEE Compliance

The purpose of this page is to present information on the objectives of the RoHS and WEEE Directive and who; among the manufacturers we support, are actively pursuing compliance.

RoHS Compliance

The RoHS Directive will ban placement into the EU market of new electrical and electronic equipment containing more than designated maximum allowable levels of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) flame retardants, effective July 1, 2006.

RoHS works in conjunction with the EU WEEE Directive. RoHS supports WEEE by reducing the amount of hazardous chemicals used in production. In turn it reduces the risk of exposure to recycling staff as well as reduction in recycling costs. Manufacturers will need to ensure that their products, parts and components comply with RoHS in order to be distributed and sold in the EU. Reference RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC.

Substances Restricted by RoHS

From 1st July 2006, new electrical and electronic equipment placed on the market in the European Union shall not contain substances known to be harmful to humans and animal life:

Lead (Pb)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent chromium (VI) (Cr (VI)
Certain brominated flame retardants (BFR's)
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB's)
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE's)

The Maximum Concentration Values are 0.1% by weight (1000 ppm) in "homogeneous materials" for lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenylethers, and 0.01% by weight (100ppm) for cadmium. These limits will apply to all components within the equipment, unless otherwise exempt.

WEEE Compliance

The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) applies to a wide range of electronic and electrical products. WEEE encourages the collection, treatment, recycling and recovery of waste electrical and electronic equipment. WEEE makes producers and importers responsible for financing of the collection, treatment and recovery of WEEE. Reference: The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC, as amended by 2003/108/EC.