The Con: At a later date, if you want to add a cable or remove, etc. it will require clippers to remove the old tie and adding a new tie and clipping off the tail.
I confess, I have tried using ties at home and they have a utility in certain instances. But, when it comes to home wire and cable harnessing that requires adjustments periodically. Or just plain organizing extra wires, cables and extension cords, I have found a Velcro Brand product that I strongly recommend.
Velcro makes reusable ties for wires and cords that comes in a two (2) roll pack with a total of fifty (50) straps (8" x 1/2"). Same design concept as a tie or zip wrap, but with greater flexability and reusable. Cost is roughly $5. for the pack of fifty (50) and they can be found at your local building supply stores.
What is nice about this product from Velcro is that it is a scaled down thinner material and loops than regualr Velcro products. Not as fuzzy or with the visable hooks like the standard product.
If you are looking to color code and Just bundle cables, try a dollar store. They might carry Relayer Electronics, Self Attaching Cable Ties. These come in a package of eight (8) and the dimensions areL 6.75" x 0.62". I have found these in Huntsville, AL, as well as Northern Virginia, DC Metro area. Cost is $1. a pack. (These are the Velcro knock off with the visable fuzz and large hook loops. Plus each tie has a small black loop at the end of each that I imagine one could attatch a hang tag to for identification of length of cable or something of that nature.
Slowly, but surely working on my boxes and drawers of wires, cables and extension cords cleaning up the inventory. Plus, tidying up area such as lamp electrical wires removing the excess length and making nice little bundles. The tiny little things that can make a difference in a home environment.
When you have a moment, peruse the Velcro.com web site to see what other inventive products they have, such as plant ties and carpet protector.
Cheers!
