WKK cable ties

Cable ties can be made from two materials: plastic and stainless steel. Within these two material types, distinctions can be made between different types of stainless steel and plastic, each with specific properties and corresponding applications.

Most cable ties are made from polyamide 6.6. This type of plastic is suitable for most regular applications for which cable ties are used. They can be used in temperatures between -20 °C and +85 °C, and are halogen-free and silicone-free. Our WKK cable ties made from polyamide 6.6 have a plastic locking barb.

Detectable cable ties, made from polyamide 6.6 mixed with metal pigments, can be detected by metal detectors due to these pigments. These are often used in the food industry. Additionally, these cable ties are always blue in color, making them easier to spot, especially in the food industry.

Cable ties made from polyamide 4.6 are resistant to temperatures up to +150°C. As a result, they can withstand higher temperatures than cable ties made from polyamide 6.6.

Cable ties made from polyamide 12 are more flexible than those made from polyamide 6.6, even at low temperatures. They are also more resistant to chemicals. Lastly, polyamide 12 absorbs less water than polyamide 6.6, making the material less sensitive to external influences.

Polypropylene cable ties are resistant to chemicals and will also float. This makes them easy to trace if they accidentally end up in a container of chemicals, for example.

Cable ties for air conditioners are specifically suitable for securing pipes of air conditioning systems.

Cable ties made from stainless steel AISI 304 are suitable for heavier applications than plastic cable ties. They have a higher tensile strength and can withstand extremely high temperatures up to +538°C.

These cable ties are also available with a coating. This coating ensures that the edge of the stainless steel cable tie does not cut into the cable. However, the cable tie will then be resistant to lower temperatures, specifically up to +150°C.

AISI 316L offers, in addition to the properties that also apply to AISI 304, excellent corrosion resistance (including to acids and salts). This makes them suitable for use on, for example, oil rigs. AISI 316L cable ties are also available with a coating. 

From our own warehouse, we supply our WKK cable ties directly from stock. Whatever your application, there is always a type of cable tie available from WKK that fits your needs. Do you need customized advice? Or would you like to receive a sample? Contact us today.