Nylon Zippers for Sewing

Nylon zippers or nylon coil zippers have teeth made of coiled nylon monofilament, and the custom nylon zipper helps sew your outdoor apparel or fashion wear. Polyester threads are used to sew the teeth directly to the side tapes. Although plastic heads are also available, metal heads are more common. Nylon zippers are the most popular and softest of the three types of zippers.

Nylon coil zippers can be used on almost any fabric that needs to be closed, such as clothing, luggage, or furniture items, from small purses and pouches to large tents and luggage. Pinlilabel is a full-service zipper manufacturer in China. Jacket zippers, sleeping bag zippers, reversible zippers, and other nylon zippers are available in a variety of lengths and styles: short or long, separating or not, invisible or not.

Gallery of nylon zippers

Nylon zippers vs plastic molded zippers

The nylon coil zipper’s construction allows for a stronger horizontal pull strength to prevent separation. That makes it ideal for use on travel luggage or other items that tend to overstuff, such as a backpack.

Nylon coils have an auto-repair feature. When the zipper accidentally separates or the teeth become misaligned, simply zipping and unzipping will solve the problem. Whereas teeth on plastic molded zippers are molded directly into the tape, damage to one tooth can render the entire zipper inoperable, and replacing the entire zipper is the only solution. 

Nylon zippers can be bent. Because of the coil design, coil zippers are soft and flexible. It’s also easier to sew and work around curves. plastic molded zippers, on the other hand, work best for long straight-line pulls.

Nylon zippers vs metal zippers

Nylon zippers are lightweight. Although their sliders can also be plated in various colors to give them the same shade as metal zippers, nylon zippers are lighter than metal zippers. Metal zippers are better suited to closing thicker fabrics like heavy-duty coats, duffle bags, and leather projects.

The nylon zipper is corrosion-resistant. Air oxidation has no effect on the color of nylon zippers. Metal zippers, on the other hand, pose a risk: prolonged use or improper care may damage the plating of the teeth, causing the zipper to oxidize and detract from the overall beauty of the garment.

The nylon zipper is resistant to heat. Nylon zippers made of polyester can withstand temperatures ranging from 40 to 180 degrees Celsius. As a result, when ironing clothes, there is no need to consider whether the zipper can be used with an ironing machine.

Uses of nylon zipper

Because nylon zippers are lightweight, durable, and flexible, they are an excellent choice for the outdoor and luggage industries. Their applications include, but are not limited to, the items listed below.

Where to make custom nylon zippers?

If you’re looking for nylon zipper manufacturers, look no further. Pinlilabel is at your service. We supply durable nylon zippers at a competitive price. Custom zippers and zipper pullers are supported. You could have your brand name on your custom zipper sliders or pullers. Browse our stores for more custom products.

Q&As:

Q1: What’s my slider option?

A1: You can choose from plastic sliders or metal sliders, electroplated or sprayed.

Q2: Should I use metal sliders or plastic sliders?

A2: That depends. Please make your selection based on the material of your clothing and its applicable scene.

Q3: How to store the nylon zipper?

A3: Please store the zippers in a dry environment and avoid a damp environment. Do not expose to strong sunlight directly.

Q4: How to choose the zipper size?

A4: Please refer to our ‘zipper gauge’ below the zipper page.

Q5: What’s the material of nylon zippers?

A5: Zippers from polyester and nylon, while the sliders and pull tabs are from steel or zinc.