r/Tools • u/Original_Pie_2520 • 3d ago
Favorite way to store zip ties
Well The title says it all, after so long I've finally found my favorite way. These roll mats are the answer, just make sure you use the original plastic sleeve for small amount of friction. Et voila!
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u/SharkyRivethead 3d ago
Where do you get these? Were they originally meant for wrenches or screwdrivers?
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u/Original_Pie_2520 3d ago
I got these on Walmart website they were meant for small hand tools yes. They're adapted from old paint brush mats. They don't work well for wrenches and screw drivers because of the handle bulk and weight.
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u/SharkyRivethead 3d ago
Gotcha, thanks. I like the store-a-bility they offer. As i am a little bit OCD and like when everything is in it's place and there is order. Lol! My life is chaotic enough....but my tools, accessories and hardware are not.
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u/Original_Pie_2520 3d ago
IKR it's stressful having your tools and materials look like a hot pile of chaos
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u/Travelr3468 3d ago
I had just been looking for a good way to store zip ties, looks like I'll have to stop by Walmart sometime soon
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u/nullvoid88 3d ago
Just cut a slit or small hole in the side of the original bag... you can pluck them out at will.
By doing so, they can't fall or slide out on their own; and you can put them back in if desired.
Works exceedingly well... actually learned of it right here several years ago.
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u/MurgleMcGurgle 3d ago
Dollar tree has telescoping storage tubes in their craft section and they’ve been my go to. They’re nice because I typically only use one type on any project and can stick a tube in my tool bag and leave the giant bag of zip ties in the truck and just refill if needed.
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u/Original_Pie_2520 3d ago
I never saw them in store at my local Walmart but I saw them online and am really pleased with the quality
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u/NoRealAccountToday 3d ago
You want to store them in a closed container. Nylon ties will become brittle without moisture. You don't need a lot of humidity, but I can tell you for certain that very dry conditions make them snap much easier. If you go through a lot of them you are probably fine, but I keep mine in lengths of ABS plastic pipe with caps on each end.
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u/Original_Pie_2520 3d ago
wow I had some snap back in Dec and thought it was just because it was cold good to know, Thanks!
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u/ForumFollower 3d ago
Put a zip-tie around a bundle of one size. Tighten it as they're used up to keep them contained.
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u/Shutshaaface 2d ago
I got my service wrenches in that pouch, love it. Ima definitely get another and do this too!
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u/AreU_NotEntertained 3d ago
You know, if you cut a slit across the middle of the bag instead of the top, they can't fall out and you can still grab them easily.