The plastic cable tie (also known as a zip tie or plastic strap) is offered in four dimensions: 3 × 100 mm in a pack of 1,000 units, 4 × 200 mm in a pack of 500 units, 8 × 300 mm in a pack of 250 units, and 10 × 500 mm in a pack of 100 units. Each dimension is available in white and black, totaling eight variants. All come in a box of 54 packs. The choice of dimension depends on the thickness of the bundle or cable to be secured; the choice of color depends on whether the cable tie will be exposed to sun and UV radiation (black) or in a protected indoor environment (white).
🎯 Choose the variant in 10 seconds
- If your case is thin cables or small bundles (electronics, networks, organization): go to 3 × 100 mm
- If your case is standard electrical work and medium bundles: go to 4 × 200 mm
- If your case is thick bundles, hoses or medium pipes: go to 8 × 300 mm
- If your case is heavy industrial use, thick hoses or robust fastening: go to 10 × 500 mm
What to consider before choosing the variant
The eight variants share material (plastic) and presentation (box of 54 packs). The difference lies in dimension (width × length) and color. These are the criteria for making the right choice:
- Choosing the dimension: The length of the cable tie must be at least 2.5 × the diameter of the bundle to be secured. For example, for a 50 mm diameter bundle, use a 200 mm cable tie. The width determines the tensile strength: wider = higher load capacity. Use narrow cable ties for light bundles, wide ones for heavy bundles or those subjected to vibration.
- White vs. black color and UV exposure: The black color of plastic cable ties usually incorporates pigments that improve resistance to UV radiation (sunlight). That's why it's the standard choice for outdoor use or in areas with direct sunlight. White is preferable indoors, where there is no UV exposure and the light color blends better visually with cables and technical panels.
- Quantity per pack and box: Smaller packs contain more units because each cable tie is smaller and lighter. 3 × 100 mm → 1,000 cable ties/pack; 4 × 200 mm → 500/pack; 8 × 300 mm → 250/pack; 10 × 500 mm → 100/pack. A box of 54 packs contains a significant volume of cable ties, ideal for industrial maintenance, large-scale electrical installations, or electrician stock.
- Typical applications: electrical installations (securing cable bundles in trays or conduits), networks and telephony (structured cabling), automotive industry (securing hoses, cable harnesses), packaging (temporary closure of bags or sacks), agriculture (tying plants to stakes), construction (securing meshes and pipes).
- Once closed, they cannot be reopened: Plastic cable ties are single-use. Once closed (by passing the end through the head and pulling), the internal ratchet prevents them from being reopened. To remove them, you must cut them with snips or scissors. Plan the quantity according to the number of fastening points and the frequency of reinstallation.
3 × 100 mm variant: the thin one for fine cables and organization
- 1,000 units per pack
- 54,000 units per full box
- Available in white and black
- Ideal for bundles up to 25 mm diameter
- Discrete in visible spaces
- Insufficient for thick bundles
- Reduced load capacity
- Not recommended for vibration
The 3 × 100 mm cable tie is the standard choice for fine electronics tasks, networks and telephony, cable organization on desks, and jobs where the bundle to be secured has a diameter of less than 25 mm. Its small size makes it discreet, and the high pack yield (1,000 cable ties) covers installations where a large number of fastening points are needed. Use white for white racks or light panels, and black for areas where the cable is dark or exposed to natural light.
4 × 200 mm variant: the standard for electrical work
- 500 units per pack
- 27,000 units per full box
- Most versatile size in the catalog
- Ideal for bundles up to 50 mm diameter
- Available in white and black
- Oversized for fine electronics
- Limited for thick hoses
The 4 × 200 mm cable tie is the most commonly used format in electrical work for residential and commercial installations: securing cable harnesses in conduits, fastening wiring to structures, and organizing electrical panels. Its 200 mm length covers bundles up to about 50 mm in diameter and provides enough margin to comfortably form the loop. It is the default option when an electrician carries a single size in their toolbox. Black for outdoor use and areas with direct sunlight; white for indoor use.
8 × 300 mm variant: the robust one for thick bundles and hoses
- 250 units per pack
- 13,500 units per full box
- Higher load capacity
- Suitable for bundles up to 80 mm diameter
- Available in white and black
- Visually more prominent
- Insufficient for very thick hoses
The 8 × 300 mm cable tie is suitable for securing thick industrial cable bundles, medium-diameter air or water hoses (up to 80 mm), thin PVC pipes, or electrical conductors in large conduits. The greater width provides better pressure distribution over the bundle and reduces the risk of damaging cable insulation due to over-tightening. This is the typical format for industrial electricians, air conditioning installers, or facility maintenance personnel.
10 × 500 mm variant: the heavy industrial for robust fastening
- 100 units per pack
- 5,400 units per full box
- Maximum load capacity
- Suitable for bundles up to 145 mm diameter
- Available in white and black
- Oversized for standard use
- Higher unit cost
- Visually prominent
The 10 × 500 mm cable tie is the heavy industrial option: securing thick hydraulic hoses, temporary tying of logs or materials on construction sites, fastening meshes in construction, securing panels to metal structures, temporary packaging of large loads. Its 500 mm length allows it to wrap around bundles or objects up to 145 mm in diameter, and the 10 mm width provides tensile strength for use in demanding conditions. Black color is recommended for outdoor use; white for visible indoor applications.
Comparative table of variants
The four dimensions (in white and black) share material and presentation. The difference lies in dimension and units per pack.
| Feature | 3 × 100 mm | 4 × 200 mm | 8 × 300 mm | 10 × 500 mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal use | Fine cables | Electrical work | Thick bundles | Heavy industrial |
| White SKU | 909090 | 432778 | 744571 | 345923 |
| Black SKU | 321467 | 888881 | 123976 | 123987 |
| Dimension | 3 × 100 mm | 4 × 200 mm | 8 × 300 mm | 10 × 500 mm |
| Imperial equivalent | 0.12 × 4 in | 0.16 × 8 in | 0.32 × 12 in | 0.5 × 20 in |
| Units per pack | 1,000 | 500 | 250 | 100 |
| Units per box (54 packs) | 54,000 | 27,000 | 13,500 | 5,400 |
| Max. bundle diameter (guide) | ~25 mm | ~50 mm | ~80 mm | ~145 mm |
| Available colors | White / Black | White / Black | White / Black | White / Black |
| Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
Use case matrix → recommended variant
| If your use case is... | Recommended variant |
|---|---|
| Internal network and telephony wiring | → 3 × 100 mm white |
| Organizing visible cables in an office | → 3 × 100 mm white/black |
| Residential or commercial electrical installation | → 4 × 200 mm white |
| Securing outdoor wiring with direct sun exposure | → 4 × 200 mm black |
| Air conditioning hoses, industrial installations | → 8 × 300 mm |
| Industrial cable harness in large conduit | → 8 × 300 mm black |
| Thick hydraulic hoses or log bundling | → 10 × 500 mm |
| Securing mesh or panels in outdoor construction | → 10 × 500 mm black |
For professional or industrial use, keep at least two complementary sizes and both colors in stock. A common combination in an electrical workshop is: 4 × 200 mm for standard work (90% of cases) plus 8 × 300 mm for specific cases with thicker wiring. For outdoor use, always use black, as white degrades faster due to direct UV radiation. When applying the cable tie, do not overtighten to avoid damaging cable insulation or deforming the bundle: the correct adjustment leaves the bundle firm but without visible deformation. Always cut off the excess to prevent sharp edges that could damage skin or adjacent cables.
Do not use white cable ties outdoors with direct sun exposure. White cable ties are formulated for indoor use and degrade faster under UV radiation: they lose flexibility, become brittle, and break within months. For any outdoor installation, use black, which incorporates pigments that protect against UV. Also, do not use cable ties to suspend actual weight (pictures, lamps, equipment): they are designed to hold bundles together, not to support hanging loads.
What size and color do you need?
Tell us what you will be fastening (cables, hoses, tube bundles), the approximate diameter of the bundle, and if the area is exposed to the sun. You will receive the exact combination of size and color, and the number of boxes based on your installation volume.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose black instead of white?
The black color of plastic cable ties usually incorporates carbon black or other pigments that protect the material against UV radiation. This makes them more suitable for outdoor use or in areas with direct sun exposure, where white cable ties degrade faster. If the installation is indoors and aesthetics matter, white is preferable. For all other situations (outdoor, automotive, agro), black is the standard choice.
Can they be reopened or reused?
No. Standard plastic cable ties are single-use. Once closed, the internal ratchet prevents them from being reopened. To remove them, you must cut them with wire cutters, pliers, or scissors. If you need a reusable fastener, look for cable ties with a manual release system (more expensive and less common), or use other fastening solutions such as velcro or reusable clips.
How much weight can they support?
Load capacity depends on width and manufacturer. As a general reference: 3 mm wide → 5–8 kg, 4 mm → 12–18 kg, 8 mm → 35–55 kg, 10 mm → 60–80 kg. These are typical values for static tension; under vibration, impact, or repeated cycles, the safe limit is much lower. Cable ties are not designed to suspend weight critically: use them to keep bundles together, not as a primary load-bearing element.