Panduit IMLT102S-C StrongHold 304 Stainless Steel Self-Locking Cable Tie
Overview
The Panduit IMLT102S-C is a 14.3-inch (362 mm) stainless steel cable tie from the Panduit StrongHold™ line, built for commercial construction and general industrial wire management where corrosion resistance and long-term bundle integrity matter. Made from Type 304 stainless steel at 0.010-inch (0.25 mm) wall thickness, this tie is the practical choice when plastic ties won't survive the environment — think exposed mechanical rooms, outdoor conduit runs, petrochemical areas, or anywhere UV degradation or chemical exposure would degrade a nylon alternative. Sold in 100-piece packs (IMLT102S-C, often searched as IMLT102S C), it's sized for subcontractors and integrators who need quantity without committing to full carton quantities of 500.
Key Features
- Type 304 Stainless Steel Construction: 304 SS resists oxidation, most acids, and atmospheric corrosion — it won't yellow, crack, or embrittle after years in a wet utility chase or outdoor cable tray the way nylon ties will. If your environment has periodic moisture exposure or cleaning chemicals, this is the material to reach for.
- Self-Locking Head Design: The head locks at any position along the tie's length, not just at fixed increments. That means you're not fighting to find a tooth engagement point on bundle diameters that fall between standard sizes — install speed goes up and rework goes down on mixed-diameter wiring jobs.
- 14.3-Inch (362 mm) Overall Length: Long enough to cinch large conduit bundles, cable trays with multiple homerun runs, or grouped HVAC control wiring. If your bundles are on the smaller side, the same self-locking head lets you trim the tail without losing the lock.
- 0.010-Inch (0.25 mm) Thickness: Thin enough to conform tightly around irregular bundle shapes without creating stress points on softer cable jackets, while still providing the rigid clamping force stainless delivers over plastic at equivalent thickness.
- UL Listed (File No. E56854): The UL listing means this tie has been independently evaluated against recognized safety standards — relevant for commercial construction projects where the AHJ or general contractor requires listed hardware on electrical and low-voltage installations.
- Compatible with Panduit Installation Tools: Verified for use with GS4MT-E, HTMT, PPTMT, and ST2MT cable tie installation tools — eliminates the hand-tension guesswork on high-volume pulls and produces consistent, repeatable cinch force across an entire run.
- 100-Piece Pack Quantity: Sized for project-level procurement rather than single-use or full-case bulk. Carton quantity is 500 (five packs) for larger job orders.
Integration & Compatibility
The IMLT102S-C is confirmed compatible with Panduit GS4MT-E, HTMT, PPTMT, and ST2MT tensioning tools, which is the right call on any job where dozens or hundreds of ties need to go in quickly and uniformly. Pairing these ties with a cable management system that includes cable trays, ladder racks, or J-hooks from the same family keeps your installation consistent and inspection-ready. For environments demanding even higher corrosion resistance — marine, coastal, or chlorine-heavy — consider stepping up to 316 stainless, which offers better resistance to chlorides than 304. For indoor, dry, temperature-controlled spaces where metal isn't required, Panduit nylon cable ties cover the same bundle management function at lower per-unit cost.
What's in the Box
- 100x Panduit IMLT102S-C StrongHold™ 14.3" Type 304 stainless steel self-locking cable ties
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What material is the IMLT102S-C made from, and why does it matter for my application?
A: The IMLT102S-C is made from Type 304 stainless steel. This alloy resists oxidation, most atmospheric corrosives, and common cleaning chemicals — making it the right call for outdoor cable trays, mechanical rooms with moisture, or any space where nylon would degrade over time. If chloride exposure (marine, coastal, pool) is a concern, look at 316 SS variants instead.
Q: How many cable ties come in a package?
A: Each pack contains 100 ties. The full carton quantity is 500 pieces (five packs). Order in pack increments for project quantities without committing to full cartons.
Q: Is the IMLT102S-C compatible with Panduit installation tools?
A: Yes. The IMLT102S-C is verified for use with Panduit GS4MT-E, HTMT, PPTMT, and ST2MT cable tie installation tools, which deliver consistent cinch tension on high-volume installs.
Q: Is the IMLT102S-C UL listed?
A: Yes. The IMLT102S-C carries a UL listing under File No. E56854, which satisfies AHJ and general contractor requirements for listed hardware on commercial electrical and low-voltage installations.
Q: What is the overall length and thickness of the IMLT102S-C?
A: The tie is 14.3 inches (362 mm) long and 0.010 inches (0.25 mm) thick. The length handles large conduit and cable tray bundles; the 0.010" wall thickness provides a firm clamp without concentrating stress on softer cable jackets.
Q: How does the self-locking head work compared to a standard ratchet tie?
A: The self-locking head engages at any position along the strap — not at fixed tooth increments. This lets you cinch to the exact diameter of your bundle without hunting for a tooth engagement point, which is particularly useful on mixed-diameter wiring runs where bundle sizes vary.
When I spec metal cable ties on commercial jobs, material and pack quantity are the two decisions that actually matter at the field level — and the IMLT102S-C gets both right. The Type 304 stainless construction at 0.010" wall thickness is the standard spec for exposed cable tray and outdoor mechanical runs where the AHJ wants listed hardware that will still be intact in 20 years. The 100-piece pack format means a crew can pull one pack per zone without burning through a full carton on a single rough-in phase.
Technical Highlights:
- Type 304 SS at 0.010" thickness: Thin enough to flex around irregular bundles, rigid enough to hold tension permanently — the 0.25 mm wall won't creep like nylon under sustained heat or UV.
- Self-locking at any position: No fixed-increment ratchet means the head seats exactly where the bundle diameter lands, which matters when you're working through mixed conduit fill with varying counts per bundle.
- UL Listed E56854: A real listing number you can drop into submittal packages or AHJ inspections — not a generic 'meets UL standards' claim.
Deployment Considerations:
- Pair with the GS4MT-E or ST2MT tensioning tools on runs of 50+ ties — hand-tensioning stainless on volume installs leads to inconsistent clamp force and crew fatigue; the tool pays for itself in a single pull.
- 304 SS handles most commercial environments well, but if your job site has direct chloride exposure (coastal, pool mechanical, food processing washdown), specify 316 SS instead — 304 will show pitting over time in high-chloride environments.
The IMLT102S-C is the practical spec for commercial low-voltage and electrical rough-in on projects where the GC or owner spec requires UL-listed metal ties — particularly in mechanical rooms, rooftop cable tray runs, or any installation that needs to pass inspection and stay intact for the life of the building without a revisit.
