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Record 1 2025-02-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Joining Elements (Mechanical Components)
DEF

A fastener consisting of a thin, flexible nylon strap with a notched surface, one end of which is threaded through a locking mechanism at the other to form a binding loop.

OBS

tie wrap: This designation is derived from a trademark and is now used as a generic name.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments d'assemblage (Composants mécaniques)
DEF

Fine bande de plastique qui, recourbée sur elle-même, forme une boucle ajustable permettant de fixer solidement des éléments l'un à l'autre pour obtenir un blocage.

OBS

serflex : Cette désignation auparavant utilisée comme marque de commerce est maintenant utilisée comme nom générique.

Spanish

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