Hello:
Hope this isn't too off topics, but I will be putting up an amateur ham antenna with a fair number of "Tie-Wraps" used to hold the wire against supports, etc.
I am not sure, but I guess the HD variety , or T&Betts brand, of Tie-Wraps are made from Nylon ? But really not sure.
How well do these generally hold up outdoors ?
Do they become brittle and decompose (a bit) after a while and break ?
Are there better types available ? etc. ?
Much thanks, Bob
for outdoors use tie wraps that are rated to withstand UV. these are usually black in color.
for long term coax installation stainless hose clamps are the most long lasting. also ordinary 12 ga insulated solid wire wrapped and twisted works well.
for 'pro' instillation standoff kits are available from makers such as Andrews. these help keep the cable straight and minimize deformation in critical applictions.
If you get the UV resistant kind (usually black in colour): they hold up very well.
Most likely, but the tie straps I've seen have been exposed for many years, and they don't look/feel any different then the first day they were put on.
Better? Probably, but then you're looking at thinks like stainless steel clamps and stuff like that. I would personally used an appropriately sized, UV resistant tie strap without hesitation. TTYL
Personally, I would use 'All-Round Band' and secured with galvanised roofing bolts or similar as I'm fairly sure the tie-wraps will eventually break.
Rob
Not very well
Yes
Cable clamps for the purpose, vertical cables require strain relief, better check on the specs of your cable(s)
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I have used them outside for years with no problems.
I know of cables that are attached to cable tray outside and have been there for 10-20 years.
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For serious long lasting effect, many companies make a stainless tie, such as Panduit, and T&B.
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