What are the parts of the zipper called?

The teeth, also known as elements, are the parts on each side of a zipper that mesh, or engage, with each other when passed through the slider. When the left and the right side teeth are engaged they are called chain.

What is the little handle on a zipper called?

They are called “auto-lock sliders”. A three-piece version of the above uses a tiny pivoting arm held under tension inside the hinge. Pulling on the handle from any direction lifts the pivoting arm’s pins out of the zipper teeth so that the slider can move.

What is YKK on a zipper?

YKK zippers. YKK, it turns out, is a Japanese company. (It stands for Yoshida Kogyo Kabushikikaisha–far too long to print on a zipper.) It’s got about half of the world’s zipper business. And it has a zipper factory in Macon, Georgia, where they make about 5 million zippers a day.

Can I fix a zipper without replacing it?

Never let a broken zipper be the reason you discard an entire item, because fixing it yourself is a lot easier than you might think. In most cases, a broken, stubborn or stuck zipper can be remedied using just some household lubricant, a pair of pliers, and a little patience.

How hard is it to replace a zipper?

To replace a zipper, you will need to get a new zipper that about the same as your old one, remove the old zipper with a seam ripper, and then sew the new zipper into place. The process is a little time consuming, but it is not difficult as long as you have a sewing machine and some basic sewing skills.

Is it easy to replace a zipper on a jacket?

It’s possible to shorten a zipper, but if the zipper doesn’t go completely to the bottom of the coat, there’s no real need to do that. Tip: Take note of whether the teeth are plastic (most likely) or metal. Also check to see if your coat has two pulls, to determine what kind of zipper you need.

Is there a YKK zipper pull repair kit?

Zipper Pull 12 Pcs, Replacement Zipper Slider,Zipper Repair Kit #5, Fix Zipper Repair Kit for Repairing Coats,Jackets, Metal Plastic and Nylon Coil Zippers. YKK Zipper Repair Kit Solution 8 Sets Assorted 4 of #5, 2 of #7 and 2 of #10 Included Top & Bottom Stops Made in USA Antique Auto Lock Sliders, Black

What kind of zipper repair kit do I Need?

Zipper Repair Kit Includes 3 Universal Auto Lock #5 Vislon Sliders and Stops Included. Zipper Repair Solution For Jackets & Coats. Made In The United States.

Where do I find the YKK zipper slider number?

The YKK ® brand sliders that we sell here at Sailrite ® are all labeled with their size and/or type on the top of the zipper slider itself. These markings can be hard to see, so we recommend using a magnifying glass to make it a little easier. On the small piece on the very top of the zipper, you might see a number above an initial.

Can a zipper slider be replaced without tools?

FixnZip® isn’t your average zipper repair kit. It’s a replacement zipper slider that you can install without tools or sewing. FixnZip® replaces damaged or missing zipper sliders. Repairs broken zippers that separate or come undone. Fits a range of zipper sizes. Works on nylon coils as well as plastic and metal teeth.