Tip #1: Proper Coil
Throwing cables in a bag or just bundling them up in a case is a big ‘no-no’ in the tethering world. When storing your tethering cable always try to lightly roll your cables into a loose coil going with the natural curve of the wire. When not in use, try storing your tethering cable in a protective case where dust and impurities will not get lodged into the connector ends.
Tip #2: Store in case
“How do you store your cables?” – this is one of those common questions we hear on a regular basis. The best answer we can give is to always store cables away in a Cable Case. Depending if you need a Large Cable Case (holding 3 or more cables) or a Standard Cable Case (holding 1-2 cables), find the right bag or case for your cables keeping them safe when packed away.
Tip #3: Don’t step on it
Right: Tether Tools TetherPro High-Visibility Orange Tethering Cable
Tip #4: Don’t roll over it
Same rules apply here. Again, the fibers in tethering cables will slowly breakdown if not properly cared for. As you can see in the photo above with the TetherPro High-Visibility Orange Tethering Cable, the padding around the cable is thick, but the insulation inside will help protect the cable fibers. As Tether Tools puts it:We stand behind them and you now can see for yourself. Quality Matters. Insulation, Shielding, Braiding. It all matters. Period. – Tether Tools
Tip #5: JerkStopper it
This is a simple one – secure it with a JerkStopper. For anyone who has ever damaged a port on a camera from ripping the tethering cable out or packed away cables improperly, the damage can add up into some big money. So one way to keep things from going south – add a JerkStopper. There are a few options here to help keep cables safe.
