
Monoprice
Monoprice Hook & Loop Cable Ties 13 inch 100 Pack Black
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13 inch6" in
A hundred reusable 13-inch hook-and-loop ties eliminate cable clutter in any rack, case, or desktop build without the waste of disposable zip ties.
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Overview
Key Features
Organize your wires and cables with reusable Hook & Loop Cable Ties from Monoprice! These cable ties are made of a self-attaching hook and loop material popularized by products sold under the Velcro brand
These ties measure 6" in length and include an eye hole in the tail allowing the tie to be attached to a cable or hung from a hook
The pack includes 100 pieces
Item weight: 0.43 pounds
Specifications
Length
6 inches
Quantity
100 pack
Color
Black
Material
Self-attaching hook and loop
Feature
Eye hole in tail
Item Weight
0.43 pounds
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 100-piece bulk quantity covers an entire rack build, desktop cable management overhaul, or production van rewire in a single purchase.
- 13-inch length accommodates large bundle diameters — useful for power cable runs, AV rack wiring, and studio equipment setups that exceed the range of short 6-inch alternatives.
- The integrated eye hole enables both fixed looping around cable runs and convenient storage on a peg or hook in a tool bag.
- Reusable design survives repeated cable reorganization without generating plastic waste or requiring a utility knife to release bundles.
- Black color blends into most rack and desktop cable management environments without drawing visual attention to the bundling hardware.
👎 Cons
- Hook-and-loop grip is lower than a tightened zip tie — extremely heavy or stiff cable bundles under tension may loosen over time without periodic re-cinching.
- The 13-inch length is longer than necessary for thin individual cable dressing tasks, leaving excess strap that must be folded back or managed.
- Hook-and-loop material catches on adjacent fabric surfaces — in mixed environments like a camera bag or fabric-lined case, ties will adhere to lining walls unintentionally.
- At 0.43 lbs for 100 pieces, the pack weight is negligible for desk use but noticeable if you're trying to minimize a travel kit or location bag.
- No color coding in this pack — all black means you cannot use color to differentiate cable categories in a complex rack or install without supplemental labeling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these ties truly reusable, and how many open/close cycles can they handle before the hook-and-loop degrades?
Yes, hook-and-loop material is inherently reusable — the mechanical interlock between the hook and loop sides allows hundreds of open-and-close cycles before noticeable strength loss. In a cable management context where ties are adjusted periodically rather than cycled dozens of times per day, a single tie can last years without losing meaningful grip.
At 13 inches, what cable bundle diameter can these ties realistically accommodate?
A 13-inch tie wraps a bundle approximately 4 inches in diameter when folded back on itself with standard overlap. For reference, that comfortably handles a large bundle of 10–15 power cables or a dense rack run of patch cables. Thinner bundles leave extra strap length, which can be tucked or trimmed.
What is the eye hole on the tail end of each tie used for?
The eye hole allows the tie to be looped around a fixed cable or rail before cinching — useful for keeping a bundle from sliding along a cable run. It also allows ties to be hung on a hook or peg for storage, which is a practical detail for tool bags and gear cases.
Can these ties hold up in high-temperature environments like inside a server rack or behind a power amplifier?
Hook-and-loop nylon is generally rated for moderate heat environments but is not designed for direct contact with high-heat surfaces. In a passively cooled rack or standard AV cabinet with managed airflow, they perform fine. Do not use directly adjacent to high-wattage heat-generating components without verified temperature clearance.
How do these compare to standard plastic zip ties for permanent cable installations?
Zip ties create a permanent, non-adjustable fastening point that must be cut to access the bundle again. These hook-and-loop ties trade some of zip ties' ultimate holding force for full reusability and tool-free adjustment. For any installation where cables will be added, moved, or swapped periodically, hook-and-loop is the more practical choice.