Gravity, magnetism, the weak and strong nuclear force, of course, they hold a lot together. But what about another natural limitation that demands the utmost respect from you? Zipper.
        At least that’s what [Alan Reiner] thinks is the combination of cable ties and 3D printing. (Video embedded below.) So he designed the Zip Tie City demo model, which demonstrates the many possibilities offered by zip channel design.
        He then designed a battery box with multiple outlets and multiple clamps to check wiring and secure modules and batteries where they should be. (And releases some magic smoke, but even lightning can’t keep it inside.)
        We like to use zip ties in situations where a screw is overkill or a simple solution is sufficient. The development of the zipper channel is a real triumph that takes advantage of the unique advantages of 3D printing; attempting subtractive machine division into parts would be terrible.
        However, Zipper is not the only game in town. If you need glue, our [Tom Nardi] went to his local hardware store and tested out the options in this classic must-read book.
       Thanks to [Keith Olson] for the tip, he hopes you watch Zip Tie Guy (video) when you’re in the mood.
       Okay, but that’s exactly what happened to the collar that was cut off near the locking “cube” (I’m sure someone will agree with this technical term…)
       When I receive something full of cable ties, I use a jeweler’s screwdriver to loosen the ratchet and give it new life.
        I prefer to use zigzag links for temporary setups or anything I might want to modify frequently. I’ve never done this, but I imagine it would be easy to insert a twisted tie into the tie channel.
        Unless they spend all day in the Arizona sun. Here the screed becomes brittle after a few months. I have yet to find a real zipper for sun protection in the desert.
       It is possible to buy plastic ties in various polymers, but if polyimide (for example) polyimide is not UV resistant enough, there are always stainless steel ties.
        Small zippers are not practical enough to be easily undone and, given the design intent, they are not really necessary. They are used for long term installations.
        I agree that using for packaging and the like is generally wasteful, but by and large probably better than many other options. Two small cardboard backed zippers are probably better than a full flap since neither zippers nor flaps are recyclable, and a cardboard backing is likely a flat back plus a zipper, probably less waste than a full box for example. It’s a balancing act, and the packaging specialists take care of the relationship between all factors.
        I have always used large detachable zip ties and love the stainless steel zip ties, worm clamps and proper straps. But small, one-time applications are often the most practical, especially for long-term installations.
       However, my personal opinion on this particular assembly technique is that there are several use cases for mounting wires and modules where it can save overall material if planned properly.
       (I recycle about 5,000 zip ties a year, maybe 75% on a 100mm length, doing things like wire harnesses, attaching modules, etc. Not that much stuff. Five bags of 1,000 fit in the side pockets my briefcase. The rest On one hand, 500 and 1000 mm are a little bulky to carry, but still very cheap)
        Sorry, but I (and, I suspect, the whole world) will be the one to judge whether an extra 2mm on the lock’s “tail” is a “good thing”. If only the dolphins would say yes! ! ! ! (Ekk eek click ckick eeek!)
        First of all, zippers are a semi-permanent and permanent solution. Under no circumstances can they be reused. If you want to be reusable, use ties that serve this purpose, such as swivel ties, or detachable straps such as Velcro ties, ratchet straps, hose clamps, etc.
        Secondly, the fact that you need a tool to undo the latches that lock the zipper indicates an affirmation of the first argument and a rejection of any arguments that have “easy-to-open” zippers. With some logical thinking, an easy-to-open zip won’t work under any circumstances, and that’s because zippers are a semi-permanent and permanent solution for tying things. If you introduce any means to make it easier to unlock them, you inevitably run the risk that the solution becomes permanent, because if you can unzip it with a human finger, you will definitely unzip the zipper in any way that can activate the unlock. mechanism, which means risk during transport, which means you can unlock related items when you need to cut to release. In any case, this is not a good situation. Imagine if the nut is not tightened, it rattles, something like that.
        Third, you can’t add to zip, they are inherently small and flexible. Add a knotless shank end and you have a free end that can snag on other items or otherwise interfere with surrounding items. Add a shank end to the butterfly and you risk flexibility. In any case, this is still not a good case for the reasons described in the second parameter.
        Fourth, even if you somehow achieved this, a piece would still remain from the cut end of the tie. It makes everything else irrelevant, you don’t want to spend money on reusable zippers that won’t prevent clipping. Because of the previous argument, implementing a method to save content that would otherwise be clipped won’t work because it will end up interfering with other things. Even if you find a way to zip up, you’ll add extra material and bulk, which is usually not an effective solution because the zipper can’t be wound up without tools, as long as the hole you’re inserting the zipper through is fine. roll of material plus winding work. You’ll also need a few pawls to secure the extra zipper tails, and with the wide range of item sizes you zip up, you’re bound to lose those extra pawl boxes, which are more likely to get cut. saying that their very existence is a waste of plastic. No matter how you look at it, the system doesn’t make sense. Then you get into cost disputes that come from more complex designs and additional materials.
        In the real world, this would never work. Especially when there are already reusable alternatives. As Twisty Plastic says, use the right mounts for the job. Stop imposing non-problem solutions. If you really care about the environment, perhaps you can insist on degradable screeds; although it will create other problems due to the diversified use of zippers, water degradability is not suitable for several occasions, UV degradability is not suitable for several different applications. and so on. Zippers are absolutely necessary and evil in almost every valid use case. Just because you can use and reuse them in a certain way doesn’t mean the rest of the world reflects that, in which case the world of use cases seems to be the exact opposite of your own; use the correct fasteners for the job. I’m sure everyone here wants to be as green as you, but you also have to understand that there isn’t always a solution, and lightning is one, at least there are materials that can be smelted and reused in another. place, but that’s all. How environmentally friendly are they?
        Zips would be such a stupid slide because of simple facts and some logical thinking. Logical thinking that obviously hasn’t been done, facts that don’t seem to have been obtained, whether intentionally or unintentionally this ignorance. You really need to think twice before spouting nonsense; a common problem on the internet is that intelligence is taken for granted and is inundated with bad, preconceived and baseless opinions. Your thoughts and opinions can only lead to very, very narrow use cases where zippers are misused, again choosing the right fastener for the job.
        “They are under no circumstances reusable” or “Easy-open zipper does not work under any circumstances”? how about these (reusable cable ties from Amazon). You are mistaken that reusable or detachable cable ties do not exist, but the fact that you are insulting those who think they can exist is ridiculous. Reread your comment. Not only are you wrong, you wear your ass like a hat.
        I can’t imagine being so condescending to someone who doesn’t fully understand the problem. Tone is everything; customize yours.
        Always cut the ties flush with the locking device! Otherwise, people will poke themselves in the end, and if you didn’t do it yourself, then in the end, and then you’ll figure it out.
        They make them and I love using them, especially on things I sometimes have to take apart to troubleshoot or add/remove wires. Some of them have been in use for decades. The only downside is that it is impractical to cut off the free end.
       I would like them to cut the zipper into thread because if you use it for many things it will be a lot of waste.
        Oh.. I like this idea. I go through this hundreds of times a week at work. That’s a brilliant idea… now I have to figure out which polymer cable ties we use.
       Tie Tip: Use flat scissors (not the wire shears he uses in the video) to cut off the excess end without leaving a sharp part that could cut you.
        @Mike: There is a zipper tool that will tighten and cut the zipper with one pull of the trigger. The beauty of this thing is that it cuts the end of the tie flush so it doesn’t cut hands, arms, etc. again.
        I recently found out that stainless steel cable ties are a thing (I have some now but haven’t used them yet). They use captive ball bearings as a holding mechanism.
       These are the best ways to quickly fix a golden toilet flush!
        Warning on the packaging of stainless steel cable ties: “Do not place the cable tie on any part of the body.” We both know why this is a warning!
       ”A cable tie (also known as a hose tie, zipper tie, or cable tie) is a fastener used to hold things (mainly cables and wires) together.”
        Zippers are small ties used to open zippers. Unfortunately, people often use them for other purposes, such as tying wires.
       We always refer to them as zip ties because they are used by airlines to tie suitcase zippers together, avoiding spills and ensuring checked bags are not opened after being checked.
        Make a notch on the side of the tunnel so that the end of the tie is inserted flush. Then insert the zip tie into the now flush surface, with the end in the mysterious soft area. I think solidworks.
       If you place a bunch of zip ties in a circle and pull one loop through the other you will make a full circle which can then be secured to the bolt with a washer and nut and the bolt can be threaded into your favorite drill and you have a very effective cleaning device that removes everything from dirt to chipped paint.
        My brother used zippers extensively in his work as a supplier of touring swords. He used cable ties to set up a wall-mounted mesh booth and secure the exhibits. His professional recommendation is a dollar store pet nail trimmer, I can vouch for that. They are very cheap, flush cut and spring loaded to reduce fatigue.
        The Prusa MK2 already uses cable ties for the bearings on the extruder carriage. Probably in some other place. So, this is not new, but a good focus on this useful technology.
        Care must be taken with the energy released by the spontaneous fission of a buttoned object. This can set off a chain reaction and potentially lead to disaster. Wear safety goggles for strabismus. If applicable, groin armor.
       Another thing I did was just cut off the ratchet tab from the cable tie and used it along with a second cable tie to hold the two pieces together (bonus is that both ratchets are countersinked).
       Here’s how you zip things up on the perforated panel: The first zipper is usually meant to be wrapped around a cable or something, and the tail goes through a hole in the perforated panel and is secured with another ratchet on the other side.
       Also something to secure the back edge of the shelf with: the tail fits into the gap between the wall and the shelf.
        And for cables, waxed ties make the bundle neater (no boxes sticking out). But this requires more skill. https://www.thebroadcastbridge.com/content/entry/12400/the-lost-art-of-lacing-cable
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