Continuous chain zipper: types and features of use
Continuous chain zipper: types and features of use

The continuous chain zipper is very popular in the sewing industry. And all thanks to the form of its sale. It is produced in the form of one long zipper and sold in rolls, hence the name of the product. The slider for such a zipper is purchased separately.

What is a continuous chain zipper?

A continuous chain zipper is a type of zipper, without a slider, top/bottom stops, pins, boxes and other parts that have open-end and close-end zippers.

The main advantage of such a zipper is that it can be cut to any required length. That is why it is preferred by manufacturers of products with non-standard sizes.

Continuous chain zipper production and its varieties.

Like a regular zipper, a continuous chain zipper can be: spiral, plastic (molded) or metal. Each species is divided into types. For example, type T4, T6, T8 for a spiral zipper, where 4, 6, 8 indicate the width of the chain in millimeters when closed.

The technical characteristics commensurable to ordinary zippers.

In Ukraine, the “Molniya” factory is engaged in the production of continuous chain zipper. The company has been operating since 1976 and has established itself as a reliable manufacturer with an impeccable reputation.

A continuous chain zipper assortment includes:

  • T4, spiral, woven, 250 meters in a roll;
  • T6, spiral, woven, 200 meters in a roll;
  • T8, spiral, woven, 150 meters in a roll.

The peculiarity of the woven zipper is that the spiral is woven into the tape during its manufacture. The continuous chain zipper manufactured by woven technology is stronger and more resistant to tears near the spiral.

Additionally, a water repellency option is offered for T4, T6 and T8. For the T6 type, you can choose the marking option, which is in demand among manufacturers of mattresses and upholstered furniture.

Another advantage of choosing a continuous chain zipper from the Ukrainian brand Molniya is that you can choose a color from the presented palette or dye it to match the color of the fabric of your product.

In addition to woven zippers, there are also sewn spiral continuous chain zipper, namely:

  • P5, in a roll of 200 meters;
  • P7, in a roll of 250 meters;
  • P10, in a roll of 100 meters.

For ease of use, it is recommended to order a roll on spools, it can be purchased for any type.

Slider is selected separately for the continuous chain zipper, it must correspond to the selected type of zipper. Choose sliders and a continuous chain from the same brand so will be no problems with the functioning of the zipper sewn into the product.

Features of application

Due to its form of release, the continuous chain zipper can be used by manufacturers of various products. But most often continuous chain zipper choose companies that manufacture such products:

  • mattresses and mattress covers;
  • upholstered furniture;
  • bed linen;
  • awnings and tents;
  • sleeping bags and covers;
  • haberdashery products: bags, backpacks.

Such a zipper is widely used in shoe repairs and ateliers. Choose a continuous chain zipper also for sewing clothes: skirts, blouses, pants, pockets, etc.

In “Molniya” you can buy a continuous chain zipper and choose the desired slider from a wide list. The minimum order quantity is one roll, but it is more profitable to buy continuous chain zipper in bulk. Contact the manufacturer directly for advice and samples.

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