Reusable Cable Tie / Zip Tie | Multiple Sizes

A reusable cable tie for organizing cables/objects. Prints in minutes, uses <1g filament, and offers adjustable sizes.
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🐻Reusable Cable Tie / Zip Tie | Multiple Sizes🐻

The Reusable Cable Tie is a practical and eco-friendly tool for organizing cables and bundling small items. Its adjustable and reusable design minimizes material usage, making it an efficient, quick print that reduces waste. Available in sizes with 3 to 8 holes, it’s versatile enough to accommodate a variety of tasks.

Key Features

  • Minimal Material Use: Prints in just a few minutes with less than 1g of filament, making it lightweight and highly efficient.
  • Reusable Design: Unlike traditional zip ties, it’s reusable and adjustable, helping to minimize plastic waste.
  • Versatile Applications: Ideal for securing cables, bundling tools, rolled fabrics, or light-duty tasks like organizing garden or household items.
  • Custom Fit: Multiple holes allow for a snug, adjustable fit around different item sizes.
  • Durable Material: PETG is recommended for its flexibility and strength. While PLA is an alternative, it may be too brittle for repeated use.

How to Use

 

  • Single Cable Use:
    1. Wrap the tie around a single cable.
    2. Thread the T-shaped end through the first hole and pull tight to secure.
    3. Coil the cable as needed, then thread the T-shaped end through any hole to lock it in place.

 

  • General Use/Bundling:
    1. Wrap the tie around multiple cables or objects.
    2. Thread the T-shaped end through a suitable hole and pull tight to secure.

 

  • Leftover Management:
    • If any length of the tie is left over, feel free to cut it or wrap it around the cables again and secure it on the T-shaped end.

 

 

Printing Tips

  • Material Choice: PETG is highly recommended for durability and flexibility. PLA may break after repeated use.
  • First Layer Adhesion: Ensure proper first-layer adhesion for optimal print quality and strength.

Print Settings

  • Printer: Ender V3 KE
  • Layer Height: 0.16mm
  • Infill: 15% Gyroid
  • Top/Bottom Layers: 4
  • Walls: 3
  • Material: Fiberlogy PETG
  • Material Usage: Less than 1g
This reusable cable tie is a fast, efficient, and eco-conscious print that’s perfect for organizing, bundling, and reducing waste!

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