Replacing the padlock with a zip tie

I'm just curious about this... For those who have cages with padlocks, has anyone ever tried to substitute their padlock with a narrow (and tight) zip tie? If so, how did it work out? Or did it?

 

Ah yes, the numbered plastic locks... I forgot about them.

 

What do you all think of these plastic locks?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071FMR5T2?ref=emc_s_m_5_i_atc&th=1

 

So, you can still cut them even though they’re metal?

 

That sounds like too much trouble, TBH. Since I can find those plastic locks in a smaller pack for even cheaper, I think I’ll give those a try as a test run and if they work fine then I’ll stick with them. If they don’t work out then I’ll look into something more secure.

 

It’s always good that your keyholder can track your lock to ensure you don’t cheat, but my idea of replacing the brass padlock for a plastic lock or zip-tie is simply because my CB6000S cage causes cage rattling with the padlock. It’s very noisy and is a total giveaway in public.

Now, I don’t wear the CB6000 very often, only a few times per month at most, but when I do at home, that rattling is rather distracting to me. I’ve managed to muffle it some by slipping a rubber band on the padlock but the band will break after a while, plus there’s still a muffled but noticeable rattle.

So, I’m not worried about “cheating” when self-locking. I’m just looking for something that won’t rattle and cause a distraction… Or worse, cause unwanted attention.

 

That’s what I was originally thinking… But seeing all the controversy around the plastic padlocks makes it an even safer bet.

 

That’s great for you, since you have a keyholder.

 

Ok, so I just ordered a 100 pack of zip-ties from Amazon for 4 dollars after tax. Since I have Prime, I don’t pay for shipping.

If they don’t work then it’s no big deal… I won’t fret over 4 dollars.

 

I actually took a gamble by not checking the lock hole width, but that’s Ok with me… Besides, the main reason for the rattle is because the lock hole on the locking pin of the cage is wider than the padlock arm.

I know that makes it easy to put in, but I have no trouble putting the lock in my Vice cage which has a narrower lock hole and thus eliminating all rattling, while still able to get the lock on without any trouble.

 

I just read the order confirmation email and it said: “Our recommendations - these items are frequently bought together…” and it shows a single-hole paper punch.

Me: “Uh… What?! “

 

For the zip-ties it'd be the CB6000S. That's not my everyday cage, but I like to wear it once in a while as a sex toy... The padlock rattling just ruins it for me.

I don't need zip-ties for my other cages, just that one.