My recommendation for those who use zip ties is to get a cheap pair of wire cutters. They cut through plastic easier and because you have better control you're far less likely to accidentally cut your cables when trimming or removing zip ties.
Definitely a good call. I used scissors because they're more likely to be sitting around your office. But the wire cutters will be much easier to use. Thanks for sharing the pro tip! - RG
And also, do NOT cut the excess off at an angle. That little pointy end is sharp and will cut your hand the next time you work there. Always cut flush!
For cables I use velcro strips. They are reusable, reduce plastic waste and there is no worry about another 3rd party / contractor damaging the cabling by cutting plastic cable ties. Overall a superior solution.
Kudos to these videos. Professional and earnest even though they're including their own products in the list of recommendations under the no-budget category. I really appreciate the attitude this company seems to have
Great video. I feel like there is another DIY option. Assume you have only a drill and various drill bits... Threaded inserts ~ $13 Rare earth magnet ~ $7 Wood ~ $16/ft assembled (3 faces to make a trough) Pockethole jig ~20 Paint or Stain ~10 $115 for a 4ft custom made cable trough. $60 if you have more tools...and as low as $30 depending on how you attach it.
I like the threaded inserts suggestion. I have a IKEA Karlby which I use for a desk top. I used threaded inserts for everything I attach to the bottom of it, including the legs. I feel this will allow it to be taken apart and put back together multiple times without wearing out the particle board.
the 15$ pick i literally got without any research like a week or 2 back and i dont regret it. Though i could of done a better job but it still cleaned it up by like 2 fold
The fabric holders shown seem really awesome, but there has got to be a way that can be DIY'd for cheaper than $130+, lol. Or, a cheaper knockoff. It just seems a bit expensive for some fabric that doesn't come with the electrical outlet. I do love the finished look, though.
Good variety of cable management and really functional recommendations. Been trying to manage cables better for neatness and to protect them from a rowdy kitten, these suggestions are great.
I totally need that bag style to hide all my wires. I tried velcro first to hold everything under the desk but it was just too weak. I actually bolted my router, LAN Hub (for faster speeds) and two powerstrips under my desk. I may just order it.
For zip-ties you really need "flush cutters" not scissors to cut them. They are designed in the automotive industry for just that get as close as you can to the zip tie end without worry about cutting the cables.
Damn this is awesome. I like the black net option that was the cheaper of the 2 with the “premium” grey one. I prefer the black color but I also love the last most expensive option because it def feels like it’s a part of the desk
I honestly didn't really bother about cable management, until I recently got a KVM switch and starting using my work laptop as a second screen. The KVM box ended up cluttering my desk with so many cables that I knew that I had to do something about it. I picked up a relatively cheap cable management kit on Amazon, but one that uses clamps to secure the box to the desk, instead of screws. I think it does the job pretty well, and I'd like to think I did a decent job for my first proper attempt at cable management. 😅
Server cable raceway? Costs a fraction of these items, can store a lot of cables, can be cut to length and the cables are not visible and you get a minimal solution that can be easily accessible and worked on in case you change something.
Damn, you guys practically tailor make videos to me at the same time I'm looking for these, the Ticova chair was a great recommendation. It took some getting used to but my lower back thanks you. I eneded up building an 8ft karlby Alex desk bow I need to clean up the cables.
Just spend $32 on a server race way, cut it to size, spray paint it, and it's better than everything except your last option for a total all in cost under $40.
I have been cable managin my desk setups for a good 7 years now, every brand i've tried the table sticky clips etc etc detach themsleves after a few weeks on a wooden kitchen table top. I've yet to witness a brand that last. Abostlely no brand stay sticky. Can someone advise one that works? thanks!
Are you referring to what they call the "Cord Raceway and Modesty Panel," comes in 48" and 60" sizes? I've had that in my wish list for a while. It's good to hear a recommendation. - RG
A good option i use for zip ties is getting some 3M sticky/velcro adhesives. Cable tie the cabled and then put a sticky to your brick and then one on the underside of your desk. Beauty of it is that you can take it off because it connects via velcro and can rearrange or stick other bricks there if you want to. also means they're not dangling as much. You just need to plan out where you're going to stick your bricks underneath - outlining with a pencil first is a good way.
Just get a plastic channel for wires. Why is no one talking about this? Its like 2-3 dollars and its ultra clean. Cut a piece on the sides of it at the places you want cables going in-out.
It really depends on the material of your desk's surface. You can always test out hand-screwing into the bottom of the surface before purchasing. Or maybe you can borrow a drill for the job? Hope you can find a good solution - RG
Thanks for this video. Are there any higher end solutions that don't require drilling into the desk? I use an heirloom antique desk that I really don't want to make holes in.
Group them separately and try make a physical wall or partition between them. Gutter trunking can work well here. You could also wrap each group in aluminium foil, which will reduce crosstalk and EMI
another option would be to make a false wall to hide your cables behind, granted, for sit/standing desks, then you constrict the height of the wall, since it shouldn't exceed the top of your monitor in sitting position, or too short at standing position (unless ofc you make the false wall from floor to ceiling, and from wall to wall (if you go for the whole (no cable's route that is by having an easily accessible space to route your cables through), but that option is also pricy af
$265 for a ... box? LMFAO that company is most definitely milking the OCD cable management community. If you're spending that much on a box for cables you definitely have a lot more spare money than the average person 😂
Exactly, reading the comments I thought I was crazy for thinking the price was insane. You can think of at least 10 different ways to manage cables for 90% of that cost.
So lets think about that piece of metal, just metal, nothing else, costs 250USD. You can buy smartphone for this money I believe. Or headphones... Good one.
cutting zip ties with scissors is doable but you obviously lack precision, so what do we do to cut wires with precision without risking other wires or cables? wire cutters, use those to cut the zip ties dude, it seams you are making the problem bigger on purpose just to sell this thing.
"You don't know how to properly zip tie. You can invest more energy and make it super elegant." This might be the funniest thing i've read from the zip tie community of cable management. Appreciate the good laugh :) -Greg
@@btodtv Well to be honest, you just grabbed the wires in an un-ellegant bunch and tied them with a one zip tie. I lay them next to each other (like you would tie a mountain climbing rope) and do like 5 zip ties to make it look like one short (fat) cable :D ... you get my point :D
Too bad I can't run a power strip into my APC Battery Backup...and I can't attach my APC Battery Backup to the bottom of my desk(as it will add too much more weight to my adjustable desk). So I guess I'll just have to channel all of my wires down the leg of my desk, and into my Battery Backup on the floor. I can't work without the mental-security of having my Battery Backup running...as I live in an area that is very prone to intermittent power outages.
You can place a small cabinet or shelf next to your desk to place your APC on. Figure out your desk's lowest and highest positions and try to place your APC at an elevation that is halfway between those positions. That will minimize the length your cables need to be to reach.
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I have a great idea - adapt roof guttering in black or white, cut your holes and use the normal gutter brackets to hold it - a few £ or $ solution
bro i dont care how convienient it is. You wont convince me to pay 265$ for a box made of painted aluminium. No way
Amen 😂😂
This.
Yeah. I can make one for like 10-20 dollars from wood.
Or free, with some scrap wood.
Go make one then. Why are you even here looking at these?
@@jwitkowski314 No one knows the cost until we watch the video.
My recommendation for those who use zip ties is to get a cheap pair of wire cutters. They cut through plastic easier and because you have better control you're far less likely to accidentally cut your cables when trimming or removing zip ties.
Definitely side cutters for this job for sure👍
Definitely a good call. I used scissors because they're more likely to be sitting around your office. But the wire cutters will be much easier to use. Thanks for sharing the pro tip! - RG
@@btodtvtoenail clippers are even better. you can get right up against it with little to no risk of cutting anything else
And also, do NOT cut the excess off at an angle. That little pointy end is sharp and will cut your hand the next time you work there. Always cut flush!
For cables I use velcro strips. They are reusable, reduce plastic waste and there is no worry about another 3rd party / contractor damaging the cabling by cutting plastic cable ties. Overall a superior solution.
Kudos to these videos. Professional and earnest even though they're including their own products in the list of recommendations under the no-budget category. I really appreciate the attitude this company seems to have
Great video. I feel like there is another DIY option. Assume you have only a drill and various drill bits...
Threaded inserts ~ $13
Rare earth magnet ~ $7
Wood ~ $16/ft assembled (3 faces to make a trough)
Pockethole jig ~20
Paint or Stain ~10
$115 for a 4ft custom made cable trough.
$60 if you have more tools...and as low as $30 depending on how you attach it.
I like the threaded inserts suggestion. I have a IKEA Karlby which I use for a desk top. I used threaded inserts for everything I attach to the bottom of it, including the legs. I feel this will allow it to be taken apart and put back together multiple times without wearing out the particle board.
my setup is 2x 1U Server Rack Wire Management System... easy to install and can handle a lot of cables. Also way cheaper. There are for like $15 each.
the 15$ pick i literally got without any research like a week or 2 back and i dont regret it. Though i could of done a better job but it still cleaned it up by like 2 fold
The fabric holders shown seem really awesome, but there has got to be a way that can be DIY'd for cheaper than $130+, lol. Or, a cheaper knockoff. It just seems a bit expensive for some fabric that doesn't come with the electrical outlet. I do love the finished look, though.
Yeah $130 is honestly ridiculous and straight up a ripoff
Good variety of cable management and really functional recommendations. Been trying to manage cables better for neatness and to protect them from a rowdy kitten, these suggestions are great.
Glad the video helped you out! Hopefully one of the products work for you. - RG
I totally need that bag style to hide all my wires. I tried velcro first to hold everything under the desk but it was just too weak. I actually bolted my router, LAN Hub (for faster speeds) and two powerstrips under my desk. I may just order it.
The cable taco haha. I highly recommend! Thanks for watching - RG
I just bought the no-budget one cause why not. Video sold me lol
Thank you. They are super nice -Greg
For zip-ties you really need "flush cutters" not scissors to cut them. They are designed in the automotive industry for just that get as close as you can to the zip tie end without worry about cutting the cables.
$5 gets you a pair of precision snips perfect for trimming and cutting zip ties as well as clipping out pieces for plastic model kits.
Nice video. I wish the two last items (Trays) had some way other to attach other than drilling... I have a quartz composite desk.
I got a nice surge protector and velcroed it to the bottom of my desk....the net style catch all would pair nicely.
That last box does look really nice.
Damn this is awesome. I like the black net option that was the cheaper of the 2 with the “premium” grey one. I prefer the black color but I also love the last most expensive option because it def feels like it’s a part of the desk
I honestly didn't really bother about cable management, until I recently got a KVM switch and starting using my work laptop as a second screen.
The KVM box ended up cluttering my desk with so many cables that I knew that I had to do something about it.
I picked up a relatively cheap cable management kit on Amazon, but one that uses clamps to secure the box to the desk, instead of screws.
I think it does the job pretty well, and I'd like to think I did a decent job for my first proper attempt at cable management. 😅
Server cable raceway? Costs a fraction of these items, can store a lot of cables, can be cut to length and the cables are not visible and you get a minimal solution that can be easily accessible and worked on in case you change something.
Damn, you guys practically tailor make videos to me at the same time I'm looking for these, the Ticova chair was a great recommendation. It took some getting used to but my lower back thanks you. I eneded up building an 8ft karlby Alex desk bow I need to clean up the cables.
The second last one reminds me of the ikea UTESPELARE which comes with a similar net to hide cables and such.
Just spend $32 on a server race way, cut it to size, spray paint it, and it's better than everything except your last option for a total all in cost under $40.
I have been cable managin my desk setups for a good 7 years now, every brand i've tried the table sticky clips etc etc detach themsleves after a few weeks on a wooden kitchen table top. I've yet to witness a brand that last. Abostlely no brand stay sticky. Can someone advise one that works? thanks!
Could you use a piece of rain gutter from Home Depot? They have it in vinyl.
As a fellow ClickUp user, I like your style.
The large tray at " stand up desk store" is amazing and not too expensive
Are you referring to what they call the "Cord Raceway and Modesty Panel," comes in 48" and 60" sizes? I've had that in my wish list for a while. It's good to hear a recommendation. - RG
Not sure who needs this, but one of the best things for cutting zip ties is cat nail clippers.
Just get the large zip ties that have a hole for screws in the bulky end.
Clipping cable ties: just use plies wire cutter gets close full control. Scissors no way.
Good tip. 👍
I have a Desky standing desk which comes with a metal cabel tray, look em up (AUS)
aparte de que gasto mucho dinero, dejó su escritorio todo perforado.
What's your extension? How many watts can it hold?
A good option i use for zip ties is getting some 3M sticky/velcro adhesives. Cable tie the cabled and then put a sticky to your brick and then one on the underside of your desk. Beauty of it is that you can take it off because it connects via velcro and can rearrange or stick other bricks there if you want to. also means they're not dangling as much. You just need to plan out where you're going to stick your bricks underneath - outlining with a pencil first is a good way.
265 dollars for a box? sorry but that's ridiculous.
How can you do cable management that is accessible for folks who can’t easily get under their desk?
After using a cloth tray, in a light color to match my desk, I will never go back to anything else. It is the easiest to get a super clean lokk
this guy made 100 holes into his desk just for this video damn...
I've tried some of the stuff in the $15 kit, and the adhesive doesn't work at all, even when all it's holding is a light cable.
How about airflow?
How does a wifi splitter inside an aluminium box work? Doesn’t it become a Faraday’s Cage?
$265 and $138 is wild.
Where do I buy the jacket you are wearing?
These are more expensive than my desk! PVC guttering or large conduits also can do the job.
sticky zip is better option I tend to move cable around.
But whats a good long power strip like that with surge protection?
What is that desk shelf/riser in your setup?
Great video! Really informative and concise. Keep up the good work 🤙
Just get a plastic channel for wires. Why is no one talking about this? Its like 2-3 dollars and its ultra clean. Cut a piece on the sides of it at the places you want cables going in-out.
Ok don’t judge me but do I also need to buy a real drill to screw them in place?
It really depends on the material of your desk's surface. You can always test out hand-screwing into the bottom of the surface before purchasing. Or maybe you can borrow a drill for the job? Hope you can find a good solution - RG
@@btodtv thank you!
StandDesk tray isn't even available for sale anymore on amazon.
can you link that screw into the bottom power strip?
Isn't hard to press the buttons on the extension cord whenever you need them or need to plug additional like charger or something?
buy some snips and hanging zip ties. they have holes for screws
Is there a video or link to the power strip example(S)?
Do you make the box in white??
Coule you please provide the link to powerstrip
What a cool video idea, thanks for making this!
Hey noticed the monitor stand is a clamp style with room for adjustment what brand and model is that? Thanks
Never gonna do the zip tie option. Yeah it's super cheap but the hassle of removing those mounts once you wanna change your setup is unreal
excellent video. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful for you! - RG
what was the desk he uses in this video?
Best way to cut zip ties: grab the base of the tail with some pliers, and twist until it comes off. flush and no sharp edges.
Thanks for this video. Are there any higher end solutions that don't require drilling into the desk? I use an heirloom antique desk that I really don't want to make holes in.
you might be able to get away without drilling if your cables don't weigh much, I wouldn't rely on those 3M adhesives for bigger power bricks
i understand why people like zip ties but i just cant stand them, i would prefer using Velcro since i add and remove cables all the time
Excelente, gracias.
At least mention it's your products you are talking about, makes it more transparent.
Great video
Hello. How do you go about keeping power and data cables separate?
Group them separately and try make a physical wall or partition between them. Gutter trunking can work well here. You could also wrap each group in aluminium foil, which will reduce crosstalk and EMI
Where is your CPU ?
People who use zipties with cable management were not loved as a child.
For real, don't use zip ties. Use velcro.
😆 sounds accurate - RG
great video.
Cool products but man...the last one is super expensive for a piece of bent metal.
another option would be to make a false wall to hide your cables behind, granted, for sit/standing desks, then you constrict the height of the wall, since it shouldn't exceed the top of your monitor in sitting position, or too short at standing position (unless ofc you make the false wall from floor to ceiling, and from wall to wall (if you go for the whole (no cable's route that is by having an easily accessible space to route your cables through), but that option is also pricy af
Shame they are not in Europe’s amazon 😢. The choices for cable management are pretty poor here
*constantly changing setup, decides zip ties are a pain
*proceeds to use double adhesive clippers
🤦♂
Velcro Brand
3 dollars for a pack of 5 seems insane' I got like 100 of those on Aliexpress for like 4 dollars
The $100 pick looks like someone put half a hammock under your desk, it's so unnecessarily large
$265 for a ... box? LMFAO that company is most definitely milking the OCD cable management community. If you're spending that much on a box for cables you definitely have a lot more spare money than the average person 😂
Exactly, reading the comments I thought I was crazy for thinking the price was insane. You can think of at least 10 different ways to manage cables for 90% of that cost.
For the last metalbox, the price is oversized, because its metal with a few bends and few holes, i think 50$ is better price but it's a good product.
Hack a lot of screws
Harbor freight
The box looks nice but its so rediculously over priced
I don't want to be that guy but I have to ask. Why are you charging $200 for a metal box with grommets in it?
Because it’s worth it. -Ryan
Dude, I'm NOT drilling my desk just to manage my cables LOL. You gotta suggest some better options. Keep working dude, keep working.
If you're not willing to drill, then you'll need to look only to the stuff that uses double sided tape and over time gravity always wins -Greg
I like reusable zip ties personally.
If you have a hard time pressing the lil lever in different positions, use a ball point pen or closed scissors.
That desk has more holes than my teeth ;)
So lets think about that piece of metal, just metal, nothing else, costs 250USD. You can buy smartphone for this money I believe. Or headphones... Good one.
...That 60 dollar fix... You can make it for like 5...?
Your desk top looks like swiss cheese now.
LOL we have a lot of desk tops like that now :) -Greg
cutting zip ties with scissors is doable but you obviously lack precision, so what do we do to cut wires with precision without risking other wires or cables? wire cutters, use those to cut the zip ties dude, it seams you are making the problem bigger on purpose just to sell this thing.
WTF? 5 bucks for a zip ties is a LOT!
You don't know how to properly zip tie. You can invest more energy and make it super elegant.
"You don't know how to properly zip tie. You can invest more energy and make it super elegant." This might be the funniest thing i've read from the zip tie community of cable management. Appreciate the good laugh :) -Greg
@@btodtv Well to be honest, you just grabbed the wires in an un-ellegant bunch and tied them with a one zip tie. I lay them next to each other (like you would tie a mountain climbing rope) and do like 5 zip ties to make it look like one short (fat) cable :D ... you get my point :D
You've put little to no effort on making it clean with the zip ties, come on.
Most of these accessories are very overpriced.
Too bad I can't run a power strip into my APC Battery Backup...and I can't attach my APC Battery Backup to the bottom of my desk(as it will add too much more weight to my adjustable desk). So I guess I'll just have to channel all of my wires down the leg of my desk, and into my Battery Backup on the floor. I can't work without the mental-security of having my Battery Backup running...as I live in an area that is very prone to intermittent power outages.
You can place a small cabinet or shelf next to your desk to place your APC on. Figure out your desk's lowest and highest positions and try to place your APC at an elevation that is halfway between those positions. That will minimize the length your cables need to be to reach.