Power cord and cable ties?
Apr 10, 2006 | 1:51 pm
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Power cord and cable ties?
I don't know quite how to search for this.. I have a whole slew of power cords. I want to get some little ties so that they don't unravel into a mass of wires in my laptop bag. Anyone have any recommendations?
Apr 10, 2006 | 1:53 pm
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Originally Posted by whirledtraveler
I don't know quite how to search for this.. I have a whole slew of power cords. I want to get some little ties so that they don't unravel into a mass of wires in my laptop bag. Anyone have any recommendations?
http://www.ebags.com/case_logic/self...?modelid=56379
Apr 10, 2006 | 5:56 pm
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Bundling Wrap
"Scotch" (brand) makes a "Bundling Wrap". It's a roll about the size of electrical tape and is a velcro type. You just cut the length you need and wrap it around it self and adheres to itself. It does not have any adhesive.
I'm not sure where it can be purchased, but I bought mine at a CVS.
I'm not sure where it can be purchased, but I bought mine at a CVS.
Apr 10, 2006 | 6:03 pm
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Originally Posted by lydia
"Scotch" (brand) makes a "Bundling Wrap". It's a roll about the size of electrical tape and is a velcro type. You just cut the length you need and wrap it around it self and adheres to itself. It does not have any adhesive.
I'm not sure where it can be purchased, but I bought mine at a CVS.
I'm not sure where it can be purchased, but I bought mine at a CVS.
http://products3.3m.com/catalog/us/e...er/output_html
Apr 10, 2006 | 6:19 pm
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http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
Velcro 12' x " One-Wrap Straps
# Wraps onto itself for a secure hold
# Cut to required length for the perfect size every time
see also:
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
but I still like rubber bands.
Velcro 12' x " One-Wrap Straps
# Wraps onto itself for a secure hold
# Cut to required length for the perfect size every time
see also:
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
but I still like rubber bands.
Apr 10, 2006 | 8:29 pm
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Velcro wraps are great. I also use these a lot: cable clamps
Apr 10, 2006 | 8:57 pm
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Buy a box of garbage bags that have twist ties in them. Use the twist ties, this way you won't care if you leave one beyond or not, and tie the bag in a knot.
Apr 10, 2006 | 10:04 pm
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Cable Wrapz - pack of 6 for $7 at Compusa
They work something like a little girl's pony tail holder. Very practical - easy to attach, snug fit, stay in place. Besides the computer area, I use them on hair dryer cords, lamp cords, and other cords and cables throughout the house, too.
Also check out the online retailer CableOrganizer.com to get more ideas.
They work something like a little girl's pony tail holder. Very practical - easy to attach, snug fit, stay in place. Besides the computer area, I use them on hair dryer cords, lamp cords, and other cords and cables throughout the house, too.
Also check out the online retailer CableOrganizer.com to get more ideas.
Apr 10, 2006 | 11:24 pm
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Originally Posted by redburgundy
These cable wraps have a slot in one and and you pass the end thru the slot to attach the wrap to the cable so the thing doesn't get lost. Then bundle the cable and wrap the velcro around it to secure it.
They're great!
These are very similar to what the guy in our IT dept gets. Except, he buys them on a roll, and gives them out as people ask for them. He just unrolls as many as you need and tears them off at the precut perforations - very cool - if you need them in bulk - like he does.
Apr 11, 2006 | 5:55 pm
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Originally Posted by redburgundy
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
Velcro 12' x " One-Wrap Straps
# Wraps onto itself for a secure hold
# Cut to required length for the perfect size every time
see also:
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
but I still like rubber bands.
Velcro 12' x " One-Wrap Straps
# Wraps onto itself for a secure hold
# Cut to required length for the perfect size every time
see also:
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226
but I still like rubber bands.
Apr 13, 2006 | 6:58 pm
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Originally Posted by whirledtraveler
I don't know quite how to search for this.. I have a whole slew of power cords. I want to get some little ties so that they don't unravel into a mass of wires in my laptop bag. Anyone have any recommendations?
Personally I use Panduit Tak-Tape (like velcro except thinner) since I carry it in my toolbag for datacenter work. I take a big needle and sew a loop onto one of the cables and then use it in the same manner as the precut velcro wraps. Alot cheaper albeit a bit time consuming at the beginning, but they also don't fall off.