zip ties
Ratcheting plastic bands
Zip ties are narrow plastic strips with a ratcheting mechanism that locks when the tapered end is threaded through the head, creating a loop that tightens but won't release.
Used to bundle cables, secure bags, or fasten objects together: I organized the cords behind my desk with zip ties.
Also called cable ties.
Because they're cheap and disposable, cutting them off is usually easier than trying to undo them.
Grouping items as one
- cinchGuaranteed easy thing
- secureProtected from harm
- clampDevice for holding tight
- gripSecure manual hold
attach · fix · connect · locking mechanism · ratchet · teeth · tension · tighten
Temporary, improvised substitute
- improvisedCreated without prior planning
- short-termOf limited duration
- disposableMade for one use
- removableCapable of being detached
replaceable · stopgap · provisional · expedient · non-permanent · field repair · emergency · single-use
Locking wrist restraints
- policeCivil law enforcement
- arrestSeize by law
- detentionTemporary official holding
- bindingLegally or morally required
wrists · ankles · detainee · custody · security · crowd control · tactical · emergency
One who produces
- prototypingMaking preliminary models
- craftsHandmade artistic works
- improvisedCreated without prior planning
- tinkeringCasual, unskilled adjusting
fabrication · repair · hack · upcycling · workbench · hobbyist · workshop · garage
bundling
Grouping items as one
grip · attach · fix · connect · locking mechanism · ratchet · teeth · tension · tighten · loop
makeshift
Temporary, improvised substitute
- improvisedCreated without prior planning
- short-termOf limited duration
- disposableMade for one use
removable · replaceable · stopgap · provisional · expedient · non-permanent · field repair · emergency · single-use · breakaway
handcuffs
Locking wrist restraints
binding · wrists · ankles · detainee · custody · security · crowd control · tactical · emergency · disposable
maker
One who produces
- prototypingMaking preliminary models
- craftsHandmade artistic works
- improvisedCreated without prior planning
tinkering · fabrication · repair · hack · upcycling · workbench · hobbyist · workshop · garage · customization
cables
Heavy ropes or wires
routing · cable management · harness · loom · neat · tidy · label · color-coded · sorting · storage
- cord organizerscord organizer, cable organizer, spool
- DIY fixesduct tape, duct tape fix, caulking, patching, glue
- hardware suppliesscrews, nails, bolts, washers, anchors
- junk drawerrubber bands, batteries, paper clips, paperclips, thumbtacks
- moving suppliesbubble wrap, cardboard, packing tape, moving truck, moving van
- organizersdesk organizer, drawer organizer, closet organizer, desk organizers, drawer organizers