Nylon Coil Zip (Spiral Zip)
Nylon coil zips, also known as spiral zips, are made from a continuous coil of nylon or polyester filament sewn onto both sides of the zip tape. Unlike chunky moulded plastic zips, coil zips are lightweight, flexible, and provide a smooth, reliable operation.
The flexible coil construction allows the zip to follow curves and contours, making it ideal for applications where a standard rigid zip would be less suitable. Coil zips are commonly used in coats, jackets, dresses, skirts, trousers, bags, luggage, tents, sleeping bags, and many other sewing and upholstery projects.
Although durable, the coil can become distorted if the slider is forced or if excessive pressure is applied. If the coil becomes kinked or bent, it can be difficult to restore it to its original shape.
Thanks to their flexibility, coil zips perform exceptionally well around curved openings and are widely used on suitcases, backpacks, tent doors, and other products with curved seams.
Available in both closed-end (non-separating) and open-ended (separating) versions, nylon coil zips are produced in a wide range of sizes, including #3, #5, #7, #8, and #10. Coil zips are among the most versatile and widely used zip types in the garment, luggage, and outdoor equipment industries.
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Chunky zips, also known as moulded plastic zips, are made from individual plastic teeth that are moulded directly onto the zip tape. They are strong, durable zips designed for heavy-duty use and are particularly suitable for straight openings and gentle curves.
The large moulded teeth provide excellent strength and reliability, making chunky zips more robust than standard nylon coil zips. Although highly durable, individual teeth can be damaged or dislodged if subjected to excessive force or misuse.
Chunky zips are commonly used in coats, jackets, hoodies, jumpers, sportswear, bags, luggage, tents, and a wide range of outdoor and leisure products. Their sturdy construction makes them ideal for applications where strength and durability are important.
Available in both open-ended (separating) and closed-end (non-separating) versions, chunky zips are suitable for garments as well as pockets, bags, and accessories.
Chunky zips are available in a range of sizes, including #3, #5, and #8, allowing you to choose the most suitable zip for your project.
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An invisible zip, also known as a concealed zip, is specially designed to be as discreet as possible once sewn into a garment. The zip teeth are positioned on the reverse side of the tape, allowing the zip to remain virtually hidden when closed, leaving only the puller visible.
Invisible zips are made with a soft, lightweight woven tape that is flexible and easy to sew into curved or fitted garments. For best results, they are usually inserted using a special invisible zip presser foot, which allows stitching close to the concealed teeth.
Because of their discreet appearance, invisible zips are widely used in dresses, skirts, trousers, blouses, tops, bridal wear, evening wear, and other garments where a neat, elegant finish is required.
In addition to standard closed-end versions, invisible zips are also available as open-ended zips, making them suitable for corsets, fitted jackets, and other projects that require a hidden separating fastening.
Invisible zips are commonly manufactured in Size #3 and the stronger Size #5. Size #3 is ideal for lightweight and medium-weight garments, while Size #5 is often chosen for bridal gowns, formalwear, upholstery projects, and other applications that require a stronger yet discreet fastening.
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Waterproof / Water-Resistant Zip
Waterproof zips, often referred to as water-resistant zips, are designed to help prevent water from penetrating through the zip opening. They feature a special coated outer surface that creates a smooth finish and helps protect the zip teeth from exposure to rain and moisture.
The construction is similar to that of a concealed zip, with the teeth positioned beneath the coated tape, giving the zip a sleek, modern appearance. This design not only enhances water resistance but also provides a clean and professional finish.
Waterproof zips are widely used in outdoor clothing, sportswear, technical garments, cycling jackets, waterproof coats, softshell jackets, bags, and equipment designed for wet conditions. They are also commonly found in wetsuits, dry bags, and performance apparel where protection from moisture is important.
These zips are available in sizes #3, #5, and #7, allowing them to be used in a variety of lightweight and heavy-duty applications.
Waterproof zips are manufactured in both closed-end and open-ended versions. Closed-end zips are ideal for pockets, bags, and accessories, while open-ended zips are commonly used for jackets, coats, and other garments requiring a separating fastening.
For added convenience, selected waterproof zips are also available as two-way zips, featuring two sliders that can be opened from either end, making them particularly suitable for longer coats, outdoor garments, and specialist clothing.
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Metal zip is a strong and highly aesthetic zip. It is made of tape of material (often cotton) and metal teeth. They are made of metal zips of different colors. They are available in nickel, antique brass, brass, gold, and metal gun color. These zips are manufactured in different thicknesses of teeth in sizes #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10. Metal zips are produced in the version open and closed end. Metal zips are used in various kinds of garments. Closed-endmetal zips are used for jean trousers and in finer versions for dresses. Open-end metal zippers are used in jackets, jackets, blouses, skirts, bags, dresses, and leather clothing.
Metal zips are also available in two-way versions.
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The two-way zip is a very comfortable, modern type of zip. It can be opened from the top and from the bottom. It is produced in a zipper coil version, chunky, metal, and waterproof. On the tape of the zip, there are two sliders, we can accurately adjust to open the zip from both sides. The two-way zip is also available in a variety of thicknesses: size #3 - used for sheets, pillowcases, and bags, to the extent of #5 to various kinds of garments, bags, and upholstery. Larger sizes #8 and #10 are used for the production of tents, suitcases, and specialized tasks.
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Continuous zip is very often used instead of ready-made zips, are cheaper, and you can precisely adjust their size. It comes in a long length, as the zip on a roll, which can be cut to the required size. It is designed to be non-openable on one or both ends by fitting. Continuous zips are available virtually from every type of zip: metal, plastic, and chunky, they are also available in different sizes depending on what kind of zip we need. For the bedding, the tent, bag, suitcase, or upholstery. We set the required length, adjust the sliders and we have finished the zip. We can make one slider zip or double-ended zip. Zips by the meter are very comfortable with the big production.