Cable Ties Australia
Zippy Tie Man is an Australian online shop for cable ties, also called zip ties. We stock nylon cable ties in black, white and colour, 304 and 316 stainless steel ties, and special ties for cars, hydraulics and reusable jobs. We also carry the workshop gear that goes with them: crimp terminals, heat shrink, hose clamps and cable tie guns.
Shop cable ties by type
- Black cable ties: nylon 66, UV stabilised, UL94 V2. From 2.5mm to 12.7mm wide and up to 1220mm long. The first choice for outdoor work.
- White cable ties: nylon 66, UL94 V2, 2.5mm to 9mm wide, for clean indoor work.
- Colour cable ties: pink, yellow, light green, dark green, orange, red, dark blue, sky blue, grey, brown and striking purple, plus mixed packs.
- Stainless steel cable ties: 304 and 316 grades, plus nylon coated 304, for heat, weather and salt air.
- Releasable cable ties: undo and reuse, in black and white.
- Push mount cable ties: push into a panel hole, including Toyota and Holden sizes.
- Dual handcuff cable ties: keep hydraulic hoses, harnesses and air conditioning lines apart.
Also in stock: crimp terminals, dual wall heat shrink by the metre, stainless hose clamps, hydraulic swivels and cable tie guns and crimping tools.
Cable tie sizes and breaking strain
Width sets the strength of a nylon cable tie. Length sets how big a bundle it can go around. These are the published breaking strains for our nylon 66 ties:
| Width | Breaking strain | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5mm | 8kg | Small looms, data cables, light tidy-up |
| 3.6mm | 18kg | General electrical and household jobs |
| 4.8mm | 22kg | The all-rounder for trades and workshops |
| 7.6mm | 55kg | Heavier bundles, fencing, outdoor fixing |
| 9mm | 80kg | Heavy duty work and large bundles |
Breaking strain is the load at which a tie fails, not a safe working load. Leave a good margin. For every length in every width, see the cable tie sizes chart.
Which cable tie for the job?
- Outdoors in the sun: black nylon. It is the only nylon colour we sell with a UV stabiliser.
- Indoors and on show: white for a clean finish, or colour to code circuits, stock and sites.
- Heat, salt air or chemicals: stainless steel, with 316 for marine and coastal work.
- Jobs that change often: releasable ties that undo by hand.
- Car panels and trim: push mount ties.
- Hydraulic lines: dual handcuff ties.
Not sure? The 20 types of cable ties guide covers each one.
Cable tie packs and pricing
Our nylon cable ties come in packs of 100. Each product page shows the price per pack, and the price drops when you buy 5 or more packs and again at 10 or more. For larger quantities or a mixed order, ask us for a quote.
Cable ties or zip ties?
They are the same product. "Cable tie" is the trade name, and "zip tie" is what many people call them at home. Whatever you call them, the specs that matter are width, length, material and breaking strain. Read more in what are cable ties.
Popular cable tie guides
- Cable tie sizes chart (mm and inches)
- Top 10 most popular cable tie sizes in Australia
- What coloured cable ties mean
- How to use a cable tie gun
Cable tie FAQs
Are all your cable ties UV stabilised?
No. Only our black nylon ties are UV stabilised. White and colour ties are best for indoor use. Stainless steel ties do not degrade in sunlight.
What material are your nylon cable ties?
Nylon 66 with a UL94 V2 flammability rating.
Do you sell in bulk?
Yes. Buy 5 or 10 packs of cable ties for a lower price per pack, or contact us for a quote on larger orders.
Need a cable tie quote?
Not sure which cable tie size, material or strength suits your job? Tell us the size, material and quantity you need and we will come back with pricing.
Call 0400 442 202 | Email info@zippytieman.com.au | Contact us