Types of Zipper

 Types of Zipper:

Zippers come in a variety of lengths, types and materials, so always select the best zipper type and material to improve the appearance and durability of your sewing project. Zipper teeth are manufactured from three types of materials—metal, molded plastic chain and coil (nylon). Zippers also fall into three categories—tooth, coil and invisible. Zippers can be open at one or both ends, closed at both ends or invisible. 

Types of Zipper: There are many types of zipper, such as,

• 1.     Coil zippers.
• 2.     Invisible zippers.
• 3.     Reverse coil zippers.
• 4.     Metallic zippers.
• 5.     Plastic-molded zippers.
• 6.     Open-ended zippers.
• 7.     Closed-ended zippers.
• 8.     Magnetic zippers.

Different component of a Zipper:

1.     Top Tape Extension.

2.     Top stop.

3.     Slider.

4.     Pull Tab.

5.     Tape width.

6.     Chain.

7.     Bottom stop.

8.     Bottom tape width.

9.     Single tape width.

10.   Insertion pin boll.

11.   Retainer box.

12.   Reinforcement film.