Engraved cable identification · Townsville, QLD · Ships Australia-wide
Cable tags
that survive
the install.
A cable tag is an engraved identification label fitted to a power, control, or data cable, typically wired through one or two mounting holes, used to identify circuit number, voltage, source, and destination during commissioning, fault-finding, and isolation.
Engraved traffolyte cable identification for sparkies, contractors, and industrial installations. Permanent and legible for the life of the cable — no peeling, no fading, no Dymo tape falling off in summer.
- Customer rating
- 5.0 from 2 reviews
- Avg $2.52
- Avg $2.52 / tag
- Any size
- Any size custom
- No minimum
- No minimum order
- Australia-wide
- Australia-wide tracked shipping
What customers are saying
See all →“Easiest way I have found to get labels made. Very reasonable pricing and delivered in under a week. Definitely be using them in the future.”
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What goes on a cable tag
What is this cable, and where does it go?
Cable tags exist to answer one question — the one every electrician asks during commissioning, fault-finding, and emergency isolation. The answer matters most when the tag has to survive years of heat, UV, vibration, and chemicals without becoming illegible.
- ·Circuit / cable number
- ·Voltage and phase
- ·Source (e.g. MSB-1 CB12)
- ·Destination (e.g. DB-3A)
- ·Cable size / type
- ·Project / asset ref
Every common combination is configurable in the Label Designer. Send a spreadsheet or schedule and we'll engrave the lot.
Where these go
Anywhere a cable needs identifying.
Standard cable tag sizes
Sizes for every cable.
The most common engraved cable tag dimensions used across Australian electrical and industrial work. Custom sizes available — these are just what we cut most often.
| Size | Common use | Mounting | From (ex GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 × 15 mm | Light circuits, control wiring | Cable tie hole one end | $1.50 |
| 75 × 20 mm | Sub-circuits, switchboard cabling | Cable tie holes both ends | $2.10 |
| 75 × 25 mm | Standard switchboard ID, three-phase mains | Cable tie holes both ends | $2.30 |
| 100 × 25 mm | Sub-mains, motor feeds, large cables | Cable tie or wire | $2.80 |
| 100 × 30 mm | Heavy sub-mains, industrial feeds | Cable tie or wire | $3.20 |
| 150 × 50 mm | Mining, heavy industrial | Wire / mechanical fix | $5.20 |
Need an unusual size or mounting style? Send a sketch and we'll quote it.
vs alternatives
Why engraved beats the other options.
vs Dymo tape
Embossed Dymo strips peel and yellow within 6–18 months in any heated cabinet. Adhesive fails in summer heat, the embossing flattens under cable strain. Acceptable for temporary marking, never for compliant identification.
vs printed labels & sleeves
Inkjet and thermal-transfer prints fade under UV in 1–2 years and run if exposed to oils, fuels, or cleaning solvents. Heat-shrink printed sleeves are reasonable for temporary jobs but can't be re-read once installed without unwrapping.
vs handwritten tags
Marker pen on plastic tag works for 6 months in clean conditions, weeks in industrial. Texta fades, smudges, and is illegible from any distance. Fails compliance for permanent identification.
vs interstate suppliers
Most Australian engraving suppliers ship from Sydney or Melbourne with 5–10 day lead times. We engrave in Townsville and dispatch same week — for QLD jobs the difference is roughly a working week.
Real cable tags · real jobs
Engraved last week. Wired in next.
Switchboard tags, plant room cable IDs, solar PV warning tags. Click any photo to enlarge.
The material
Engraved traffolyte. The Australian standard.
Same engraving laminate used on compliant switchboard labels nationally. Two-layer construction — a colour cap bonded to a contrasting core. Laser cuts through the cap to expose the core. Permanent by physics, not by adhesive.
UV stable
Survives outdoor switchboards, solar combiners, marine cable trays. Won't bleach or chalk in direct sun.
Heat tolerant
Comfortable inside a switchboard during a Townsville summer. No softening, no warping at electrical operating temperatures.
Chemically resistant
Resists most cleaning agents, fuels, and process chemicals. Practical for plant rooms and workshops.
Permanent text
Engraving is the structure of the label, not a print on top. Nothing to fade, peel, or rub off — ever.
Order online
Pick a size. Type the text. Ship it.
Use the Label Designer for one-off and small batches. For full commercial or industrial schedules, send a spreadsheet via Quick Quote and we'll engrave the lot.
Common questions
Quick answers.
What information should go on a cable tag?
Standard content is circuit or cable number, voltage, source (e.g. MSB-1 CB12), and destination. For multi-core cables the phase colour is commonly added. Industrial work often adds project reference and asset ID.
How are cable tags attached to cables?
Most cable tags get 3–5mm mounting holes on either end for cable ties, stainless wire, or plastic straps. Specify hole positions in the Label Designer or send a template — we'll match it.
What material is used?
Engraved traffolyte — the Australian standard for cable and switchboard identification. UV-stable, heat-tolerant, chemically resistant, legible for 20+ years. Available in every standard colour combination.
What sizes are standard?
Common sizes are 50×15mm, 75×25mm, and 100×30mm for general identification. Heavy industrial tags go up to 150×50mm. Our Label Designer accepts any custom dimension.
Can you supply cable tags for a full commercial or industrial project?
Yes — submit a spreadsheet or schedule via the Quick Quote form and we'll produce the full set. For ongoing trade work, subscription pricing significantly reduces per-tag cost.
Do you ship cable tags Australia-wide?
Yes. Engraved in Townsville, dispatched same week with tracked shipping. Standard delivery to most metro areas in 2–4 business days.
Related
More from the workshop.
Electrical & switchboard labels
The full electrical label range — circuit IDs, RCD plates, main switch labels.
Circuit breaker labels
Per-breaker switchboard labels meeting AS/NZS 3000 clause 2.8.
Traffolyte signs & tags
The material itself — colour combinations, sizes, applications.
Bulk industrial engraving
Volume runs for switchboard manufacturers, miners, contractors.
Cable tag & valve tag guide
Australian standards reference for cable identification.
Switchboard labelling rules
AS/NZS 3000 plain-English compliance guide.
Bulk industrial work
Send the schedule.
Got a spreadsheet, drawing, or full cable schedule? Send it through and we'll quote the lot.
Ready when you are
Identify every cable. Permanently.
Engraved traffolyte tags from one to a thousand — same week.
or call Josh directly on 0432 736 559