These 10mm cable staples are U-shaped wire fasteners designed to secure single and multi-core cables to timber, skirting, floorboards and other soft substrates. With a 10mm crown (leg spacing) they are intended for neat, close-to-surface fixing of electrical, data and coaxial cable runs where a low-profile, reliable hold is required.

The staples are formed from low‑carbon mild steel wire for toughness and ease of driving, with a zinc electro‑plated finish to reduce surface corrosion in typical indoor environments. They have a flat crown and two pointed legs; there is no thread or drive recess because the staple is driven directly into the material with a hammer or staple gun designed for hand staples. The zinc plating process complies with recognised EN/ISO galvanising practices (see BS EN ISO 1461 for hot‑dip and ISO 2081 for electro‑plated zinc coatings as the industry reference for protective finishes).

Typical applications include domestic and commercial electrical installations, securing telephone, TV and data cabling, fixing alarm and sensor wiring, and light workshop or joinery cable management. Trades that commonly use these staples include electricians, telecoms engineers, builders and maintenance technicians. They are suitable for timber and soft building boards but should not be used to clamp over insulation or to deform fragile fibre optic cores; for sensitive or external applications consider cable clips with dedicated insulation support or stainless steel alternatives.

Key benefits are clear: the zinc finish provides basic corrosion resistance for indoor use, the mild steel wire gives adequate shear and holding strength for cable retention without damaging the conductor, and the 10mm crown provides a snug fit for most single and twin core cables. The simple flat crown design ensures compatibility with hand‑driven installation and staple guns rated for wire staples, making them convenient for rapid installation on site.

Duchy Fasteners stocks these Draper Tools Group D cable staples (DR13961) in boxed packs of 1000. We also hold alternative crown sizes and finishes, including larger crowns and stainless options, to suit different cable diameters and environmental conditions.