On 9/3/2015 9:54 AM, Uncle Monster wrote:

So, I use 2" wide cellophane packing tape cut to the length of the label
plus half an inch or so. Then, wrap it *around* the cable and label to
effectively protect and secure the label.

This part of the cable is then slightly less flexible but not badly.

What I've done for years to label cables when I think the label may not
stick to the jacket and stay on is to print a label with the information on
each end of a label long enough to stick the cable to the middle of the
label then wrap it to make a flag with the ends of the adhesive backs stuck
to each other. It sticks out from the cable and has enough space for more
information. With a little practice, you can learn to make perfect fitting
tags. ^_^

.... then, when you pull the cable through a bundle of other cables,
you discover the "flag" gets stuck *or* tattered. I.e., I have a bundle
of 22 network cables tied to the underside of my workbench. They all
terminate at a switch mounted on one end of the bench.

When/if I need to replace a cable (e.g., if the device to which it
is attached gets moved a few feet from its present location, the OLD
cable will be too long or too short -- needing replacement), I have
to *pull* the old cable out of that bundle and thread a new one in
its' place.

You really want the label NOT to change the effective diameter of the cable.