Quem Tem a Maior Seleção de Tamanhos de Zip Tie?
Se você perguntasse a cinco fabricantes diferentes quem tem o maior sortimento de tamanhos de abraçadeiras, você receberia respostas que seriam verdadeiras, mas incomparáveis. Um fabricante conta os números dos códigos de clipe, o outro – polegadas do comprimento das abraçadeiras, o terceiro fala sobre resistências à tração, enquanto o quarto parece contar cores como tamanhos.
A comparação fornece indicadores semelhantes, independentemente das marcas e fabricantes – nos informa sobre as abraçadeiras mais curtas na linha de produtos, as abraçadeiras mais longas, as mais largas e mais estreitas, a abraçadeira de tração e sobre o que mais pode ser encontrado nos produtos além do nylon comum.
Em resumo, quando se trata de tamanho, a Panduit fornece as partes PAN-TY mais longas, sendo a menor com 3,9 polegadas de comprimento e a abraçadeira de seção transversal mais pesada medindo 43,3 polegadas de comprimento. Quanto à resistência à tração como um indicador, a Thomas & Betts Ty-Rap tem a maior faixa de 80 N a 780 N e as tiras mais longas com comprimento de 1.143 mm. Em termos de variedade de materiais e sua capacidade de uso em diferentes condições, a HellermannTyton é a empresa mais versátil, produzindo tiras de PA66, estabilizado térmico de alto impacto, PEEK até +240 °C e graus detectáveis por metal. A Igoto é a melhor escolha para aqueles que estão interessados em comprar tiras variando de 4 em a 20 em e com uma variedade de larguras de tiras sem quantidade mínima de pedido exigida.
A Lista Curta, Medida pela Variedade
| Marca | Faixa de comprimento | Faixa de tração | Larguras de tiras | Além do nylon padrão |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panduit (PAN-TY) | 99 mm a 1.100 mm (3,9 em a 43,3 em) | 11 lb a 250 lb | 2,5, 3,6, 4,8, 7,6 mm e acima | Resistente a intempéries, TEFZEL, HALAR, detectável por metal, PP |
| HellermannTyton | aprox. 100 mm a 565 mm | 18 lb a 250 lb | tira de 2,5 mm a 12,5 mm de largura | PA66HIRHS, PEEK até +240 °C, detectável por metal, TPU liberável |
| Thomas & Betts (Ty-Rap) | 92 mm a 1.143 mm | 80 N a 780 N | 2,4 mm a 8,1 mm | barbante de bloqueio em aço inoxidável 316, MIL-SPEC MS-3367, alta temperatura até +150 °C |
| Heyco | miniatura a longa de alta resistência; não contado aqui | leve a pesado | vários | Nylon e estabilizado térmico, com um catálogo mais profundo em suportes e buchas do que em abraçadeiras |
| KSS (Taiwan) | ampla gama de nylon, não detalhada aqui | leve a pesado | vários | Abraçadeiras marcadoras, abraçadeiras de aço inoxidável, codificação por cores |
| Igoto | 100 mm a 500 mm (4 em a 20 em) | cotado por tamanho para UL 62275 | 3,0, 4,0, 4,8, 5,0 mm | estabilizado UV, retardante de chama, alta resistência, variedade de cores, marcação OEM |
Ao examinar a tabela, faça isso de uma perspectiva vertical em vez de horizontal. Com um tamanho de pacote de bandeja de cabos de 900 mm, apenas duas marcas atenderão a essa necessidade específica. No entanto, para uma abraçadeira compatível com armazém frio de 4 mm que funciona a -40°C, a resposta estará em outro lugar na tabela.
Três Coisas Diferentes que as Pessoas Querem Dizer com “Mais Larga”
O termo representa três medidas diferentes, mas o fabricante responderá apenas com o termo que melhor lhe convier.
O comprimento do intervalo refere-se ao comprimento do menor laço em comparação com o comprimento do maior laço. Isso é importante para os revendedores atacadistas e para qualquer um que produza um feixe consistindo de fio de 6 mm e duto de 300 mm no mesmo edifício.
A largura e a escada de tração informam quantas variedades de resistência estão disponíveis do fabricante. A gama com os passos de 18, 30, 50, 120 e 250 lb permite que você selecione o laço mais barato que atende às especificações. A gama limitada a três passos forçará você a especificar em excesso.
Os aspectos materiais e ambientais são os que os compradores tendem a esquecer. Um molde contínuo pode ser produzido a partir de PA66 não modificado, PA66 estabilizado contra UV, PA66 estabilizado contra calor, PA12 para condições frias, PEEK para altas temperaturas de 240 °C, ou composto plástico detectável por metal para linhas de produção de alimentos. Mesmo que o fabricante tenha 30 tamanhos e 1 material, isso é inferior a um fabricante que tenha 20 tamanhos e 6 materiais, independentemente do que o catálogo descreve.
As convenções de tamanho diferem de região para região também. Dois catálogos podem oferecer o mesmo laço, mas um pode medi-lo em 200 mm, enquanto o outro pode dizer que é 8 in. A relação entre comprimento, largura, diâmetro do feixe e tração do laço é estabelecida neste guia para tamanhos padrão de laços de cabo, e vale dez minutos antes de você comparar qualquer coisa.
Panduit: O Maior Alcance
A família PAN-TY da Panduit é renomada em termos de comprimento de intervalo. No lado menor, o PLT1M tem 3,9 polegadas de comprimento, com uma largura de 2,5 mm. No lado maior, o PLT13H tem 43,3 polegadas com uma capacidade máxima de 175 lb, incluindo um feixe de cabos máximo de 13 polegadas, enquanto o PLT8EH de alta resistência pode suportar até 250 lb.
A grande vantagem do design da família PAN-TY da Panduit é que ela é organizada por seção transversal em vez de por comprimento, aplicável a todos os tipos de seção transversal: miniatura, intermediário, leve, médio, pesado e extra-pesado. Essa estrutura facilita para os usuários entenderem que tipo de PAN-TY eles precisam, pois os requisitos do usuário se alinham mais facilmente com o tipo de seção transversal e o comprimento do feixe.
A razão pela qual se paga tanto por essa família é que ela oferece alta garantia de qualidade. A entrega da mesma peça com a mesma forma e dimensão através de três regiões diferentes conta. Largura do laço zip faz mais pela resistência do laço do que o comprimento faz, e o sistema de seção transversal é construído exatamente com essa lógica.
HellermannTyton: The Deepest Material Range
The T-series manufactured by HellermannTyton consists of products known as T18 and T30 that weigh about 18 lbs through to T120 and T250. The T series includes the T255, up to 250 lbs, where T255 products are utilized in jobs requiring a large bundle size of approx 145 mm. The wide strap version of WSS provides a strap size of 9.1 to 15.1 while giving a strength of 120 lbs. Within this strap, the bundle size used is 9.5 mm to 104.7 mm which is necessary when using soft hose where a narrow version would cut off the hose.
What strikes the customer about this brand is that the type of material used is very important in the case of PA66 made using the grade with impact resistant and stabilization from heat along with UV protection. The temperature range for the given material is −40 °C to +110 °C. On the other hand, PEEK used for ties can withstand temperatures ranging from −55 °C to +240 °C in the case of vehicles using it in difficult environments. The companies also use MCT to detect the metal present in the material while producing another kind of tie named as TPU Softfix that is used for fibers and other delicate products.
When it comes to the needs of the customers that have been stated as the temperature, chemical exposure, or HACCP process, the first step for them to identify is that of looking at the above-mentioned facts.
Thomas & Betts Ty-Rap: Most Tensile per Millimetre
Ty-Rap ties feature a stainless steel locking barb instead of a molded nylon pawl, which results in impressive numbers. The TY25M is 186 mm long, 4.8 mm wide, can hold a 45 mm bundle, and is rated 220 N. A nylon tie of the same width has an average rating of 180 N. At the other end of the scale, the TY54513M is 1,143 mm long, 8.1 mm wide, holds a 330 mm bundle. and is rated 780 N.
The complete range of ties, based on the manufacturer’s information, includes TY23M 92mm / 2.4mm / 80 N, TY24M 140 mm / 3.6 mm / 180 N, TY26M 284 mm / 3.6 mm / 130 N, TY25M 186 mm / 4.8 mm / 220 N, TY253M 290 mm / 4.8 mm / 220 N, TY28M 360 mm / 4.8 mm / 220 N, TY27M 340 mm / 7.0 mm / 540 N, TY275M 457 mm / 7.0 mm / 540 N, TY277M 617 mm / 7.0 mm / 540 N, TY29M 771 mm / 7.6 mm / 540 N, and TY53510M 889 mm / 8.1 mm / 780 N.
Standard PA66 ties can withstand temperatures of -40 °C to +85 °C and are UL 94 V-2 certified. The series has also received MIL-SPEC MS-3367 approval, as well as recognition by UL, DNV-GL, Lloyd’s Register, and Bureau Veritas. This is why the brand has maintained its presence in shipyards and rail depots, as a tie failure can cause passing inspection. For applications where vibration is the enemy, this is the range that heavy-duty cable tie production is measured against.
The Rest of the Field: Heyco, KSS, 3M and the Import Channel
Heyco is a US manufacturer known for its wide range of nylon products, but it has a much broader selection of mounts, bushings, and hole plugs than ties, making it a good supplier for panel building projects without being a frontrunner.
KSS has a good selection of nylon products for a Taiwanese company, including marker ties and stainless steel ties, and it is often economical in Asian marketplaces. Its product range is wide enough to cover most aspects, although the documentation is not as thorough as European companies provide.
In terms of range, 3M has fewer products than its brand would suggest, because its strength lies in dispensing and application machinery rather than the range of the products.
The next thing to mention is the import channel, which is strange in terms of figures. The market will report “100 sizes” for example, but this usually means ten sizes and ten colours; besides, the tensile strength is not always verified. The solution in this case is simple: one should check the UL 62275 report or the certificate of tensile strength test in compliance with a respected standard. If a supplier cannot present either of these documents, it means that he provides the product as a bulk commodity, not as a product of quality.
Igoto: The Ladder We Keep in Stock
We designed our own range to be much narrower than that of Panduit, but deeper in the middle since that is where most orders reside. We offer four families of products in 32 length and width combinations ranging from 4 inches to 20 inches, mostly made of PA66 and having options with added UV stabilization and flame resistance.
| Família | Largura | Comprimentos | Uso típico |
|---|---|---|---|
| ET-3 | 3.0 mm | 100, 120, 150, 200 mm | Panel wiring, small harnesses, category cable |
| ET-4 | 4.0 mm | 150, 180, 200, 250, 300, 350, 370, 400, 450, 500 mm | General bundling, control panels, OEM assembly |
| ET5 | 5.0 mm | 150, 180, 200, 250, 300, 350, 380, 400, 450, 500 mm | Heavier harnesses, cable tray, outdoor runs |
| A5 | 8 mm | 150, 180, 200, 250, 300, 350, 380, 400 mm | Metric-standard bundling, contractor packs |
The right product comes in ten different widths. The majority of consumers do not require a 43-inch tie; instead, they require the sizes 250 mm, 300 mm, and 370 mm that correspond with their respective specification in size and material color. The full ladder is listed on our de produtos de amarras, and anything not listed can be quoted as a custom length above 50,000 pieces.
How to Check a Supplier’s Range in Ten Minutes
There are indeed three requests that distinguish a real range from a catalogue, which features only the same nine sizes in twelve colours.
- The size list request must be table-based, instead of featuring products in a grid. The requested columns include the following measurements: length, width, maximum diameter of the bundle, tensile strength and material. Should the supplier be unable to provide such a dataset, the only remaining proof of the range will be photographs.
- The certification must be requested. The cable tie standard is UL 62275. It will take a moment to check the file number, which enables confirming whether the relevant tensile claim is a result of testing rather than typing.
- Three sizes from the range should be ordered. It will be necessary to measure length with a ruler, width with calipers, and pull something until it fails. Suppliers who tend to increase the length or decrease the width are common, and the variation will be noticeable in the range.
The ten-minute effort will save months of complaints regarding substitutes. The dimension logic behind the checks is explained in this guide to choosing the right cable tie dimensions, including how bundle diameter and strap width interact.
When a Wide Range Is the Wrong Thing to Buy
Broad assortment represents a decision of inventory, as much as it is one of sourcing. Each additional size is a box, reorder point and slow-moving SKU on the shelf.
Most panel shops and OEMs converge around five to eight sizes after one year, while those who have 30 do so due to a lack of consolidation of the drawings. If the consumption of a size is lower than 2000 units per year, paying a bit more and ordering from a distributor who holds stock is preferred to holding inventory.
The only exception to the rule is in the cases when the size is mentioned in the drawing or customer specification. In that case, the size has to be accepted as is, while the important question is who will be able to provide it on a regular basis. This is a different discussion compared to who has the longest catalogue of entries.
Perguntas Frequentes
Qual é a melhor marca de amarras?
There isn’t one single best brand but rather a best fit. Panduit is appropriate for range and cross-section; HellermannTyton for the temperature, chemical, and food-safe; Thomas & Betts for tensile and vibration; and Igoto for stocked metric range with low minimums. Many professional buyers will make use of two of the defined brands and not just one of them.
Quais são os laços de cabo de melhor qualidade?
Products with verified tensile strength according to UL 62275, known dimensions and called PA66 instead of saying “nylon”. The quality is demonstrated by three indications: the pawl travels when put in for the first time; there are no signs of whitening of the strap while it’s bent; and the tie retains stress in a warm cab, even after six months.
Existe diferença entre laços de cabo e laços de zíper?
There is no distinction in function. “Zip tie” is the commonly used term in North America, “cable tie” is the term used in catalogues and industries, and “tie wrap” is the third variation in use. The very same device can go into the market under all the three terms. Hence, search for sizes and not names.
Qual é a braçadeira mais forte?
In the comparison of the products, we have the Thomas & Betts TY54513M, which has a load capacity of 780 N (about 175 lb) while the Panduit heavyweight PLT8EH has a capacity of 250 lb. When we go beyond this category, we enter the territory of stainless steel bands for which have loads of several kilonewtons but also require some extra equipment for tying and securing the product.
Referências
- Panduit — PAN-TY Cable Tie Catalogue and Cross-Section Data
- HellermannTyton — Cable Ties and Fixings Portfolio
- Heyco — Nylon Cable Ties and Wire Management
- Cable Ties Unlimited — Distributor Size and Tensile Listings
- UL Solutions — UL 62275 Cable Management Systems
Conclusão
Panduit is the best choice for length while Thomas & Betts is the winner when it comes to tensile strength, HellermannTyton wins with materials while Igoto takes the place in the middle of the competition where most purchases happen depending on the criteria like the 900 mm bundle, 780 N load, and 240 °C without forgetting about the shipment of 300 mm ties on Tuesday.
So again, tell us about the bundle size, load, as well as the environment and we will be happy to share information regarding the chosen size.
