A zip tie, also known as a cable tie, is a type of fastener for binding or securing cables, wires, or other objects together. It consists of a flexible plastic strip with teeth on one side and a locking mechanism on the other. Zip ties are used in a wide variety of applications, from home improvement to industrial manufacturing.
To take a zip tie off, the locking mechanism must be released. This can be done by either cutting the tie or by using a special tool called a zip tie release tool. If you are cutting the tie, be careful not to cut the cable or wire that is being held by the tie.