Metal clips...............

[Electric Magic]

Anyone know of any clips that'll meet the expanded scope of new regs concerning clipping cables (not just trunking only clips). Have used D-Line ones just wondering if there were other options people had tried (obviously there are other things you can use other than clips, but my question is specifically about clips).

 

[Gavin John Hyde]

Single Way Cable Clamps & Cleats - Cable Cleats & Cable Ties - https://www.etscablecomponents.com/cable-cleats-cable-ties/single-way-cable-clamps-cleats.html

Have yet to get a clear answer on interspacing normal clips and fire rated clips, what ratio is suitable?

also on older installs you had the metal buckles, still find them on older installs. only pic and link i could find on google is this on that john ward of youtube fames website. quite an interesting site as it happens. wouldnt be surprised if we dont see these buckle style clips come back into fashion as they are quicker to use than metal cable ties. also very cheap and can be nailed or screwed as necessary.
Metal Buckle Cable Clips - https://www.flameport.com/electric_museum/old_cables_wiring/metal_buckle_clips.cs4

 

[tomspark93]

Search for linian, they do fire rated clips. Not cheap though!

 

[Deleted member 26818]

Hilti do red metal clips for fire alarm FP200 type cables.
Fix them to the wall etc with a spit gun, take two cables.
May be able to get them in other colours.

 

[Electric Magic]

Single Way Cable Clamps & Cleats - Cable Cleats & Cable Ties - https://www.etscablecomponents.com/cable-cleats-cable-ties/single-way-cable-clamps-cleats.html

Have yet to get a clear answer on interspacing normal clips and fire rated clips, what ratio is suitable?

also on older installs you had the metal buckles, still find them on older installs. only pic and link i could find on google is this on that john ward of youtube fames website. quite an interesting site as it happens. wouldnt be surprised if we dont see these buckle style clips come back into fashion as they are quicker to use than metal cable ties. also very cheap and can be nailed or screwed as necessary.
Metal Buckle Cable Clips - https://www.flameport.com/electric_museum/old_cables_wiring/metal_buckle_clips.cs4

Just found a supplier: Saren Buckle Cable Clips - Prices - https://www.saren.co.uk/prices.html

 

[Gavin John Hyde]

Just found a supplier: Saren Buckle Cable Clips - Prices - https://www.saren.co.uk/prices.html

I expect if they take off again then the price will come down as the wholesalers will stock them in bulk £18 give or take with the vat per 100... isnt too bad. Factor in postage. Reckon it would be better to get a larger size so you are covered for different cables rather than a pack of each.

 

[Squid]

Make your own, just need a pair of tin snips.

All Purpose Fixing Band 10m x 12mm Black - https://www.toolstation.com/shop/p24536?r=googleshopping&rr=marin&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googleshoppingfeed&mkwid=s9ncx90Os_dc&pcrid=99808204703&pkw=&pmt=&product=24536&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpvzZBRCbARIsACe8vyL9G_R4dvxohdj5TJ4-eZbh9zvcc0-AtT-lpb2r_Wg7O6IJEHPa8-0aAnXfEALw_wcB

 

[Squid]

Single Way Cable Clamps & Cleats - Cable Cleats & Cable Ties - https://www.etscablecomponents.com/cable-cleats-cable-ties/single-way-cable-clamps-cleats.html

Have yet to get a clear answer on interspacing normal clips and fire rated clips, what ratio is suitable?

also on older installs you had the metal buckles, still find them on older installs. only pic and link i could find on google is this on that john ward of youtube fames website. quite an interesting site as it happens. wouldnt be surprised if we dont see these buckle style clips come back into fashion as they are quicker to use than metal cable ties. also very cheap and can be nailed or screwed as necessary.
Metal Buckle Cable Clips - https://www.flameport.com/electric_museum/old_cables_wiring/metal_buckle_clips.cs4

I ripped out a load of those from my coal cellar when doing the house rewire, still have some hiding away somewhere.

 

[Squid]

Also check these guys out for saddle and P clips, looks like Pyro clips will be making a comeback.......

'P' Clips & Saddle Clamps – Abbey Clamps - http://abbeyclamps.co.uk/category/p-clips-saddle-clamps/

 

[telectrix]

these are ideal. you just drill a 5.5mm hole, fit cable in the round bit, then push the ends into the hole, which then grip in said hole. YESSS stock them.
LINIAN Fire Clip - LINIAN Fire Clip The Faster-Fixing Cable Clip - http://www.linianclip.co.uk/linian-fire-clip/

 

[westward10]

Must admit I find that all purpose fixing band a proper nasty solution.

 

[LankyWill]

Must admit I find that all purpose fixing band a proper nasty solution.

Nasty but cheap, all those fire rated fixings are extortionate in price. Seeing as it’s a reg the manufacturers must be rubbing their hands together.

 

[westward10]

Like when LEDs and CFCs were in there infant stage, time to capitalize on it.

 

[Squid]

Out of sight out of mind as long as it does the job its meant to be doing.

 

[Andy78]

Used to use some cable friendly all round band years ago. Had a very thick rubbery powder coat on it. All you seem to get now is a thin paint coat.
Anyone know where to get the good stuff ?

 

[Electric Magic]

Used to use some cable friendly all round band years ago. Had a very thick rubbery powder coat on it. All you seem to get now is a thin paint coat.
Anyone know where to get the good stuff ?

Not sure where you can get it but BAND IT all round band seems to fit your description.

 

[Andy78]

Not sure where you can get it but BAND IT all round band seems to fit your description.

Cheers, the pvc coated version from that brand seems to fit the bill and similar to what I used to use.

 

[sparkdog]

I think I'll stock up with Saren buckle clips for surface cables.

 

[Andy78]

I think I'll stock up with Saren buckle clips for surface cables.

Not cheap but will look lovely.

 

[sparkdog]

It was my first job as an apprentice doing all the rows of tinned brass buckle clips.