36 Inch Zip Ties
A 36 inch zip tie is for the bundles nothing shorter will reach around. Approximately, it closes around 10 to 11 inches of diameter, depending on the strap width and head. That covers a bundle of ten-foot conduit or pipe sticks, a round pole or tree trunk up to about 10 inches across for attaching a sign or guard, a large roll of fabric or plastic sheeting, or a heavy cable bundle headed into a building.
36" Zip Ties · Black
50 pack
36" Zip Ties · Natural
50 pack
36" Zip Ties · Black
50 pack
36" Zip Ties · Natural
50 pack
Our 36 inch ties are rated 175 lb minimum loop tensile strength, the same extra-heavy-duty class as our 24 inch ties, so the jump from 24 to 36 inch is about reach, not rating. They are molded from 100% nylon PA66. Black ties are UV-stabilized for outdoor jobs such as fencing and signage, and Natural Clear White ties are for indoor use. Because long straps give wind more to work on, use several ties spaced along anything large outdoors rather than trusting one.
For jobs bigger than even a 36 inch tie can wrap, ties can be linked by feeding one tie's strap through another's head. The result is only as strong as its weakest tie and lock, and every extra head is another point to inspect, so a single tie of the right length is always the better option when one exists.
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Typical uses
Pipe and conduit bundles
Gathering full-length sticks of conduit, PVC and pipe into bundles for racks and staging areas. Bundle, do not lift: use rated slings and straps for any hoisting.
Poles, trunks and large posts
Mounting temporary signs, banners, tree guards and markers to round poles, large posts and trunks. Leave slack on living trees and check periodically.
Large duct and insulation
Closing insulation and securing duct around 8 to 10 inches in diameter where no listed clamp or strap is required by code or the manufacturer.
Rolls and bulky materials
Keeping rolls of fencing, sheeting, fabric and carpet closed in storage, and bundling irregular materials on job sites.
Is a 36 inch zip tie right for your job?
Choose 36 inch when the object or bundle is more than about 7 inches across. Below that, a 24 inch tie carries the same 175 lb rating in our current range and leaves far less strap to trim and dispose of.
Very long nylon ties put a lot of leverage on the lock if the bundle shifts, so tighten them fully, trim the tail flush, and spread the load across multiple ties. For permanent structural attachment, high heat, or anything overhead, look at purpose-built hardware or stainless steel ties rather than a longer nylon tie.
| Length | Approx. bundle diameter | Rating in our current range | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 in | About 6.5 to 7 in | 175 lb | 4x4 posts, 6 in duct, lumber and pipe bundles |
| 36 in | About 10 to 11 in | 175 lb | Pipe bundles, poles and trunks, 8 to 10 in duct, rolls |
A 175 lb rating is minimum loop tensile strength measured in a test, not a safe working load. Do not use cable ties to lift, hang or restrain people or loads overhead.
Frequently asked questions
What size bundle can a 36 inch zip tie hold?
Roughly 10 to 11 inches in diameter, approximately. The exact figure depends on strap width and head design.
What are 36 inch zip ties used for?
Bundling full-length pipe and conduit, attaching signs and guards to poles and large trunks, closing insulation on large duct, and keeping rolls of fencing, sheeting and fabric closed.
Are 36 inch zip ties stronger than 24 inch zip ties?
Not in our current range. Both are rated 175 lb minimum loop tensile strength. The 36 inch tie simply reaches around larger bundles.
Can you connect two zip ties to make a longer one?
Yes, by feeding one tie's strap through the other's head. The chain is only as strong as its weakest tie and lock, so use a single tie of the right length when you can and never rely on linked ties to carry load.
Buying for a crew, a store or a project?
Business accounts get price-list pricing with quantity breaks, net terms once approved, tax-exempt purchasing with a resale certificate, and team logins.
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