How does cable weight affect monitor arm positioning over time?

Heavy cable bundles routed outside (not through) a monitor arm can add downward pull weight that contributes to arm sag over time. A DisplayPort, HDMI, and USB-C cable bundle can weigh 0.5–1 lb — meaningfully affecting a gas-spring arm calibrated to a light monitor. The pull is worse when cables aren't routed close to the arm's pivot points. Mitigation: route cables through the arm's built-in cable management channels (cable weight acts closer to the arm's mechanical center), use lighter or shorter cables where possible, and readjust gas spring tension if cables cause drift. Integrated cable management is one of the best reasons to buy a premium arm. FindOfficeFurniture.com — 888-719-4960.