They're products that have been designed specifically to be used alongside cables and wires to support their performance. There are products available to connect, protect, secure, identify or just tidy cables.
Cable tools are used to carry out and assist with the installation, maintenance and repair of cable, wires and cable accessories. Products include cable tie tools, cable strippers, crimping tools and cutters.
Here are some of the most common uses of cable accessories and tools:
Using the right products to organise and protect cables can improve performance and extend life span, as well as reducing maintenance time and repair costs. A key benefit of bundling and organising cables correctly is the improvement to health and safety in work environments.
There are many features to consider when selecting the type of product you need to ensure optimum performance. The most important factors to consider are the application it will be used in, and what elements it will need to withstand. Here are some examples:
Our cable ties guide looks at the different types that are available on the market and the differences between them, with some handy tips on using them
Heat shrink is a form of shrinkable plastic often used in electrical work to insulate wires and cable. Find out more about heat shrink tubing here.