UV-Stabilized Cable Ties offer multiple color options.

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Colored UV-stabilized Ty-Rap® cable ties are designed for outdoor applications subject to ultraviolet (UV) ray exposure, which can degrade strength of untreated nylon. UL®-Listed and CSA-certified products will blend in with cabling colors and not stand out where cables are in plain view. In addition to oval-shaped cable tie head, elements of construction include rounded body that does not cut into cables, and ribbed design that minimizes slippage along cable.



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Thomas & Betts Introduces Industry's First UV-Stabilized Cable Ties with Multiple Color Options



MEMPHIS, Tenn. (March 25, 2008) - Thomas & Betts is adding color to its industry-leading line of UV-stabilized Ty-Rap® Cable Ties. Previously available only in black, the Ty-Rap® brand of cable ties is the first to offer multiple color options.

Ideal for outdoor applications where cable ties are exposed to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays that can degrade the strength of untreated nylon, the new colored UV-stabilized Ty-Rap® cable ties will blend in with cabling colors and not stand out where cables are in plain view. Best of all, these cable ties provide the full benefits expected from the Ty-Rap® brand name, including an oval-shaped cable tie head, rounded body that doesn't cut into cables, a ribbed body that reduces slippage along the cable, a turned-up tail for easy assembly and fastening, and the patented Ty-Rap Grip of Steel® locking device.

UV-Stabilized Colored Ty-Rap® cable ties are UL® Listed, CSA certified, and suitable for use in air-handling spaces. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of its invention by Thomas & Betts in 1958, Ty-Rap® was the world's first cable tie and remains the industry leader. For more information about Ty-Rap® cable ties, contact Thomas & Betts at (800) 816-7809 or visit www.tnb.com.

About Thomas & Betts
Thomas & Betts Corporation (www.tnb.com) is a leading designer and manufacturer of electrical components used in industrial, commercial, and communications markets. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., the company has manufacturing, distribution and office facilities worldwide. Thomas & Betts reported revenues of $2.1 billion in 2007.

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