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2. Cable tie - Wikipedia

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   A cable tie (also known as a hose tie, tie wrap, wire tie, zap-straps, or zip tie) is a type of fastener for holding items together, primarily electrical cables and wires. Because of their low cost, ease of use, and binding strength, cable ties are ubiquitous, finding use in a wide range of other applications.

3. Cable lacing - Wikipedia

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   This old cable management technique, taught to generations of lineworkers, [1] is still used in some modern applications since it does not create obstructions along the length of the cable, avoiding the handling problems of cables groomed by plastic or hook-and-loop cable ties. Cable lacing uses a thin cord, which is traditionally made of waxed ...

4. Cable management - Wikipedia

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   Usually, the lines are fixed by clamping them into single cable clamps made of plastic or metal. Another possibility is to use so called cord grips which consist of weaved wire strands that put a grip around the cables. [3] A more cable-friendly alternative is attaching the lines to special strain relief plates using common cable ties. In case ...

5. Cable dressing - Wikipedia

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   Cable dressing ensures that electrical cables used in a telecommunications facility are neatly arranged. Cable ties , cable channels and cable lacing cord are used to accomplish this. High tension cables are often arranged in a trefoil pattern to allow cable cleats to have sufficient strength with the high forces experienced under short circuit ...

6. Cable tray - Wikipedia

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   Lighter cable trays are more appropriate in situations where a great number of small cables are used, such as for telephone or computer network cables. These trays may be made of wire mesh, called "cable basket", [ 2 ] or be designed in the form of a single central spine (rail) with ribs to support the cable on either side.

7. Ratchet (device) - Wikipedia

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   Ratchet mechanisms are used in a wide variety of applications, including these: Cable ties; Capstans; Caulking guns; Clocks; Computer keyboards; Freewheel (overrunning clutch) Grease guns; Handcuffs; Jacks; Anti-rollback devices used in roller coasters; Looms; Slacklines; Socket wrenches; Tie down straps; Turnstiles; Typewriters