YKK® METAL ZIPPERS
You'll find YKK metal zippers in brass, aluminum, and antique brass finishes, including ready-made options, YKK® metal zipper chain, and YKK® sliders for metal zipper chains for custom builds and repairs. Brass gives you a classic look and works well when you want heavy-duty zippers, aluminum is lighter, and antique brass provides a darker vintage finish. If you're choosing a zipper for jackets, bags, or repairs, ready-made zippers are fixed-length assemblies, zipper chains are for custom lengths, and sliders are for replacement or custom builds; depending on the style you choose, ready-made options can include closed-end zippers for fixed-bottom apparel or accessory applications and open-end zippers for jacket zippers and other separable uses.
Shop YKK® Metal Zippers by Type
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Ready-Made Zippers |
Fixed-length installations for apparel, bags, and outerwear |
Brass, aluminum, and antique brass |
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Zipper Chain |
Custom-length assemblies and repairs |
#5 and #10 brass chain and aluminum chain |
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Sliders |
Replacement parts and custom builds |
Auto-lock and non-lock |
Ready-Made Zippers
You'll find brass ready-made YKK® metal zippers, aluminum ready-made YKK® metal zippers, and antique brass ready-made YKK® metal zippers when you need fixed-length metal zippers for apparel, bags, and repairs.
- Brass Ready-Made Zippers for fixed-length metal zipper installations on apparel, bags, and some outerwear.
- Aluminum Ready-Made Zippers for fixed-length applications when you want a lighter-weight metal zipper.
- Antique Brass Ready-Made Zippers for fixed-length projects that need a darker vintage-style finish.
Zipper Chains
Choose a continuous zipper chain when you need custom lengths; size #5 is a medium-weight option commonly used for apparel and general sewing projects, while size #10 is a heavier-duty option commonly used for applications requiring greater strength and durability.
YKK® #5 Brass Zipper Chain:
- YKK® #5 Brass Zipper Chain 125yd L x 11/16"W for custom-length continuous zipper chain assemblies and repairs.
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YKK® #5 Brass Zipper Chain 150yd L x 9/16"W for custom-length continuous zipper chain work when you want a narrower tape width.
YKK® #10 Brass Zipper Chain:
- YKK® #10 Brass Zipper Chain 75yd L x ¾”W for heavy-duty custom-length metal zipper applications requiring strength and durability.
- YKK® #10 Aluminum Zipper Chain 75yd L x ¾” W for heavy-duty custom-length metal zipper applications where strength with a lighter-weight metal is preferred.
Sliders
- Single-Pull Auto-Lock Sliders for metal zipper applications that need the slider to stay in place when you release the pull.
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Single-Pull Non-Lock Sliders for replacement or custom builds when you want freer slider movement.
YKK® Metal Zipper FAQ
What Is the Difference Between YKK Brass, Aluminum, and Antique Brass Metal Zippers?
Brass has a classic metal look and solid feel, aluminum gives you a lighter-weight option, and antique brass has a darker, vintage-style finish. Your choice usually comes down to the weight and appearance you want.
What Is the Difference Between a Ready-Made Zipper and Zipper Chain?
A ready-made zipper comes as a fixed-length assembly, so it's ready to sew into a specific project. Zipper chain lets you cut custom lengths and pair them with the slider style you need.
What Does #5 and #10 Mean in YKK Metal Zippers?
#5 refers to the zipper size. It's a medium-weight option that works well for apparel, bags, and many general sewing projects.
Are YKK Metal Zippers Good for Jackets and Outerwear?
Yes. YKK metal zippers are a durable choice when you want jacket zippers or other outerwear closures with a sturdier, heavier-duty look.
Do I Need Auto-Lock or Non-Lock Sliders?
Choose auto-lock sliders when you want the slider to hold in place after you release the pull. Choose non-lock sliders when you want smoother, freer movement for custom applications.
